ugh

I'm so bored at work, and apparently, it shows. The main attorney in the office came by to ask if I'd do some research on an appeal for him and said, "Wow, you look like you could fall asleep any second." So true. I haven't been out to an actual hearing in at least ten days. I haven't been to mediation in over a week. I had one scheduled Monday; I was looking forward to a change of scenery, but we worked out a deal beforehand.

Now, I don't foresee having anything outside the office in the upcoming weeks, due to settlements, continuances and scheduling orders. I'm doing the research for D, reviewing transcripts for a few briefs, and searching a jury trial transcript with a fine tooth comb for any point to justify a new trial. The jury trial only details a few hundred pages...yeah, I barely got to page 70.

I get sleepy just thinking about going into the office tomorrow. That is not good. I've talked myself into taking off Friday and probably hanging out around the house. Saturday is Becky's baby shower in L-town. I'm going to make a dash from the shower to the services for Ismael. It's not really shaping up to be a relaxing weekend...

I spent two nights out at the Blue Light this week. Tuesday for Charlie...and a film crew. Last night for Macon Greyson.

Tuesday night, we headed out late to the bar, thinking that by the time we get there Charlie will be on stage. We couldn't have been more wrong. We walk in and some random people greet us at the door with a general release form. They are filming in the bar. Fine...but is Charlie still playing? I'm assured that yes, he will be playing. We sign and walk over.

The heat radiating off these lights is ridiculous. Ryan messes up my drink order, Charlie is nowhere near the stage, and the night is not getting off to a good start. Charlie spots us and signals us over. He says he should be going on soon...or so he hopes, it's already 11:20. Cut to midnight - another band is on stage playing songs from the 70s. That's all well and good...but we came to see Charlie play.

He doesn't go on stage until 12:48. Yes, I noted the time...because I was ready to leave at this point and was of the mind that he should leave as well. He ended up singing 10 songs...3 of which were the same. We did have a good time though, with the exception of being called out from the stage, but I expected it.

Thursday night - Macon Greyson
STORMING outside... The crowd was small, but the band was GREAT. When Buddy said I want to that everyone for coming out, he meant it. He literally came around to everyone afterwards to thank them for coming out the show. LOL I just love that they sound different than any other band I regularly listen to. They don't have as many fans as some bands, but that has no effect on the show they put on.

Tonight, McClure's in town...you know that will be a great show. Tomorrow, I'll probably spend watching Weeds, Season 3 from Netflix. Sunday - Randy & Wade finally come to town. I cannot wait to see them!


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I could not hate this story more: US asks to rewrite detainee evidence

Are you kidding me??? I'll stop now.

lazy days...

My workload has consisted of nothing but letters, phone calls, reading, and drafting these past few days. I don't know what to do with all the free time. I considered not coming into the office today, but don't want to take too many days off with Idaho looming. Maybe I'll call it an early day.

I watched two movies this weekend, The Happening and Son of Rambow. I loved Son of Rambow. I didn't hate The Happening, but I didn't love it either. Generally, I'm a fan of M. Night. However, the movie was so straightforward, so simplistic. If there's another layer to it, it was completely lost on me. The movie devolved into a comedy, mainly due to the stunted dialogue and acting...and I like Mark Wahlberg and Zooey Deschanel. I thought the set up was good, creepy...just no follow-through. Son of Rambow was a lot of fun. The premise seemed a little similar to that of Be Kind, Rewind, but it was so much more entertaining.

Is it wrong that I want to keep the birthday present I got my dad? I bought him and mom tickets to the Willie Nelson/Pat Green show that's in town on July 2. It's been so long since I've seen either of them.

not the best weekend...

My grandma hasn't been well for quite some time. She had to be admitted to the hospital this past week. She remains there tonight. She does not look well, and is in what seems like unrelenting pain. Aside from a procedure that was postponed this morning, there's not much the doctors can offer in the way of relief besides morphine. Thanks for any thoughts and prayers.

In addition to this, I got a message Friday that Ismael passed away following his two-month battle. I don't think I've come to terms with this on any level. I can say it, but it's not really ringing true. Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.

I'm hoping for a better week ahead...

I'm promising myself right now that I will not be setting foot in a bar this weekend. I have spent the last three nights in one, and can't take less than four hours of sleeps another night.

I had no plans to go out last night, but got a random text yesterday as I was leaving the office. John was in town and had plans to go to dinner with his family and wanted to meet up after. Christy and I ended up meeting up with him at the O Bar. When the hockey game was over, I headed out there. (The very last play of the game was U-N-B-E-L-I-E-V-A-B-L-E. They were so close to forcing OT, and possibly Game 7.)

First, I don't even remember the last time I'd been to the O Bar. It had to be some time before I even left to OU. Second, there was a kid playing electric guitar and had a setup that allowed him to loop the track, so essentially he was accompanying himself. I'd never seen him around town before, don't even remember his name. But, he was really good. He played a variety of songs, covers, originals...different genres. I meant to ask Les what his name was, but completely forgot about it as the bar was closing down.

With any luck, I will catch up on some sleep this weekend. I had planned on going to OKC to visit. I suck at sticking with plans lately.

what a speech

I was flipping through channels around 9 and saw NBC going to a special news report; flipped over to CNN in time to see the Obamas entering the arena in St Paul...

Regardless of political ideologies, party affiliation, personal opinions...it was a historic night. The speech was something else, gracious and pretty captivating. It struck the perfect tone. I can't wait to see the final months of the race and how everything turns out.

Jessica and I were back out at Tom's/Blue Light last night. We saw Will Green's opening set and then Charlie took the stage (a little later than usual) around midnight. We had a good time though. Amazing dancing was the highlight of the night. Ha! I can only describe it as frustrated attempts at sign language. I'm so glad we were sitting in the corner, so it wasn't apparent we were laughing our asses off. It was unofficially Bob Dylan night...which was alright with me. My favorite of the night was the new arrangement of Illinois. It sounds great stripped down. I was skeptical but they completely won me over.

running on empty...

It's barely Monday and already I'm worn out. The argument went well this morning, however there were surprises waiting back at the office: unexpected calls to the North; unexpected statements needing to be tailored and submitted; frustrating client; motions that need responses; discovery that needs to be finalized...

I can see that free time will be in short supply this week.

I escaped to Tom's for a little while tonight to meet Jessica. A good two-hour escape. I think I'll go back tomorrow night.

Triple OT in the Stanley Cup Final tonight, otherwise I'd already be passed out.