The past few days were busy to say the least for the Ski’s. Despite all the work that was done to complete our move and begin settling in to our new life here in the City, we were able to conduct a pleasant visit to the Institute for Contemporary Art where we got to see Louise Bourgeois’ spiders and the Design Life Now exhibit. Quite interesting and provocative at the same time. It certainly expanded my horizons. Definitely a must see for those interested in modern art; however, whether or not I go back remains to be seen.
Following such a enriching experience, the Ski’s took in the movie Into the Wild on Saturday night at a movie theater a stone throw’s distance away from our new apartment. (This could be the end of me I am telling you!). The movie was nicely made but quite depressing. I felt like reading some Nietzsche and then starving myself to death after seeing the movie.
Staying with the movie theme, Capote was watched on our new “mother of all t.v.’s” on Sunday night. This movie was definitely not what I expected and while it was both weird and bizarre at times, it was well made and Phillip Seymour Hoffman did an outstanding job acting. A must see for history and literary buffs.
A few days later, to pull myself out of the stone age, I obtained a ZIP CAR card so that I can use a car whenever I need one. Never in a million years did I ever think I would do such a thing. But alas, I walk to work now while my better half gets to drive the new ride so should I need a vehicle in a pinch, one is ready for me.
Finally to my delight and my eager anticipation, this evening I am attending an invite only viewing of a private collection of World War II memorabilia at this museum. This invite happened over night and I am extremely excited about visiting! Details to follow.
And that my friends, is that.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Saturday, October 6, 2007
Country Ghetto
Thursday night I saw a really good band that I actually enjoyed. While the better half went indoor rock climbing with friends, I went over to a local dive named the Roxy to watch a Southern Rock band named "JJ Grey and the MOFRO" jam out some blues and country rock. They had a good crowd and it wasn't a bad venue. I picked up their CD as well --- Country Ghetto, and I like it. If anyone see's these guys playing in their area, go and take a look. It's worth the listen.
Friday, October 5, 2007
Thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you....
Fatal Airplane Crashes Drop by 65%. Thank God. I still will need a bottle of Maker's Mark and a few Sudafed's before I get on my next plane though.....
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Traveling soon?
If you are, then check out this article in today's New York Times. Quite the racket........
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
What Happened???!!!???
So the Ski's had a few life changes this past week. With that said we apologize for the lack of posts as finding time to update has been a challenge. During the next few days we'll be updating the blog highlighting all that has happened - our trip to London and our move into the City.
In the mean time here are some highlights from our trip to London:
1. I got yelled at by British Customs police when I didn't follow orders. (it was the plane ride)
2. We saw the woman Beefeater at the Tower of London
3. We caught a Arsenal - Derby Football match at Arsenal Stadium (crazy time)
4. The tube has no air conditioning
5. Glimpsed the Van Gogh's at the National Museum
6. Rode the double decker Red Bus
7. Starbucks are everywhere in London
8. Imperial War Museum is worth the money and the visit!
9. Rosetta Stone is worth the visit and quite cool to view
10. Watch out for Asian Tourists in London
11. Ate some Fish'n chips but missed the tartar sauce
12. No air conditioning anywhere
13. Cabinet War Rooms is worth the visit
14. The Arabs own everything in London - like the Japanese here in the States during the 80's
15. Parliament has a cool tour - we need to have this political set up here in the states
16. The Queens last name is Windsor not "II"
17. Sara got hit on by a sleazy Frenchman at the British History Museum
18. Almost had the desire to drink a Coors Light at an extremely old pub.
19. Outclassed by the Gentlemen's clubs on Pall Mall Street (not the x rated kind mind you)
20. When asked where we were from, I said "Boston" and not "USA" - it's the HUB right?
In the mean time here are some highlights from our trip to London:
1. I got yelled at by British Customs police when I didn't follow orders. (it was the plane ride)
2. We saw the woman Beefeater at the Tower of London
3. We caught a Arsenal - Derby Football match at Arsenal Stadium (crazy time)
4. The tube has no air conditioning
5. Glimpsed the Van Gogh's at the National Museum
6. Rode the double decker Red Bus
7. Starbucks are everywhere in London
8. Imperial War Museum is worth the money and the visit!
9. Rosetta Stone is worth the visit and quite cool to view
10. Watch out for Asian Tourists in London
11. Ate some Fish'n chips but missed the tartar sauce
12. No air conditioning anywhere
13. Cabinet War Rooms is worth the visit
14. The Arabs own everything in London - like the Japanese here in the States during the 80's
15. Parliament has a cool tour - we need to have this political set up here in the states
16. The Queens last name is Windsor not "II"
17. Sara got hit on by a sleazy Frenchman at the British History Museum
18. Almost had the desire to drink a Coors Light at an extremely old pub.
19. Outclassed by the Gentlemen's clubs on Pall Mall Street (not the x rated kind mind you)
20. When asked where we were from, I said "Boston" and not "USA" - it's the HUB right?
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