all these strange relationships really get me down, i see nothing wrong in spreading myself around

I don't usually do tags, unless they're interesting, and this one is! I was tagged by Daughters of Dawn Vintage, who run a cool blog and an awesome vintage store, right out of the spectacular city of Vancouver.

The Rules Are...
1. Go to the 4th folder in your computer where you store your pictures.
2. Pick the 4th picture in that folder.
3. Explain the picture.
4. Tag 4 people to do the same!

Well....yeah.

This is Harold, from Harold and Maude, faking another suicide. You're welcome!
I usually don't do the "tag other blogs" because it feels so clique-y, but I can see how these "memes" (is that what they're called?) reach a sort of dead end if I don't. So I will tag four randomly-chosen commenters from my last post, using an intricate system too complex to detail. Libby, Keith, Jill and Mimi...I choose you! A thousand apologies if you've already been chosen.

And, the results are in from my poll as to who of my Top 10 you find sexiest, and it was a tie! With a whopping four votes each, the joint crown goes to...

Mick Jagger and Steven Hyde!
I would make some kind of threesome joke, but considering the fact that Mick likely would be very up for it, and Hyde would be beyond appalled, the pairing was too sensitive.
You know, a lot of you expressed your approval for the list, so I'm forced to concede that I have fantastic taste in men. However, there's the odd sort of "what?"-kind-of-guy that I'm attracted to as well, and I feel they need similar recognition.
So without further ado, my "Seriously? You're Into That?" Sexy List:

1. Real from I Love Money and I Love New York
I don't know what it is. I don't think we even get these shows in Canada, I only saw them when I was in the States, but I'm all about the Real. A wikipedia search tells me that he had another reality show. Now, I really don't find the type of guy who goes on a reality show attractive, but something about his long hair, carefully groomed facial hair and short stature - I mean, okay, I have no idea what it is, the man is simply sexy.

2. Rudy from Fat Albert
Okay...I know he's supposed be like 10, but let's face it, he looks very mature for his age, he's got that Jackson 5 thing going, he looks at least 14!
Sigh...I'm just really digging myself deeper, aren't I?

3. C.C. DeVille from (God help us) Poison
This is a longstanding crush of mysterious origins.

4. The Dude from The Big Lebowski
It's not just his chill demeanor and hatred for the Eagles...I actually find him to be a very handsome man. You know, maybe without the jelly shoes...

5. Earl from My Name is Earl

Redneck is my least favourite type of guy, but something about Earl is beautiful. Maybe its his Almost Famous roots (played by Jason Lee, who was Jeff Bebe), or his heart of gold - who knows? The vein that seems to run through all these crushes is that they come from the dark side of my brain, seem to stem from nothing and involve moustaches.

6. Jughead from Archie Comics
Perpetual munchies, half-closed eyes, extremely laid-back...are you seeing a theme here, cuz I sure am!

7. Slater from Dazed and Confused
See above.
(Ed: Let's not get it twisted - Randall "Pink" Floyd is the true sex god of the movie, and definitely the one I'm most attracted to. This list is more about unconventional guys I find attractive!)
8. Richard Dawson from Hogan's Heroes and Family Feud
Okay, I don't actually know if this is considered weird - the man is debonair! Suavity personified..

9. Harold from Harold and Maude
Dark, mysterious, and capable of astonishingly entertaining facial expressions.

10. Lil Wayne

I don't even know how to justify this one.

you a SUPASTAR, boy, why you still up in the hood?

100 Aspects of My Life that I'm Grateful For:

1. I discovered Parliament-Funkadelic, which has forever changed my life for not only the better but the fantasticer


2. I have never had anyone close to me die
   
   


3. I was born and raised on Vancouver Island, the best place in the world to live


4. I have all five of my senses, in good condition


5. My parents aren't the type of people who wouldn't let me chose the paint colour of my room


6. I found Funkadelic's Uncle Jam Wants You on eBay for $1, and it didn't turn out to be a scam


7. For the first time since I was a toddler, I'll be getting a white Christmas


8. I'm not narcoleptic


9. While I've never had a real near-death experience, I once fell up to my waist in quicksand and, though I probably wouldn't have actually died, it makes a good story for when people ask if I've had a near-death experience



10. I have friends who show me new corners of the galaxy, remind me how much I love life and teach my spirit to be free


11. I'm not afraid to go for what I want


12. I never got mono


13. I've got a record player and 55 beautiful LP's


14. I have an excellent memory


15. I've never taken naked pictures of myself and, more importantly, they've never leaked


16. I'm not shy


17. I have the best concert luck imaginable


18. I've never been physically or sexually abused


19. I met Arlo Guthrie!


20. I wasn't born transgendered


21. I've never been in debt


22. Every year, my mom makes me a Christmas ornament, so when I move out, I won't have to start with a bare tree


23. People actually read and enjoy my blog!


24. I don't have any allergies


25. While I wouldn't consider myself a jetsetter by any means, I've been to London, San Francisco, Paris, Amsterdam, Vegas - enough places to feel like I've shopped around and I still love my hometown best
    


26. The most common phrase that people Google to arrive on my blog is "who the fuck is mick jagger"...that's just badass


27. I'm not "never-been-kissed" - I think that would bring me down


28. I've never had a doctor say "Uh-oh..." while examining me


29. I've never had an attempted voodoo spell backfire...I don't think


30. My dancing has been described as "mesmerizing" (by an elderly woman) and "the biggest turn-on ever" (definitely not by an elderly woman). I couldn't imagine two more flattering compliments on my dancing, especially since I think I sort of dance like Elaine Benes


31. I never have to take a science class ever again


32. My younger sister is a sweet, precious, innocent little angel


33. I don't need drugs to have a good time!


34. I got the joke on Fresh Prince, when DeDe mentioned how she liked Shaft and Will went "Shut yo mouth!" and then she went "But I'm talking about Shaft!" and Will was like, "Then we can dig it!" Nobody else that I was watching with got it, but I did, and it made me feel good


35. I don't claim to know whether or not there's a God, but I think if there is, He likes me


36. Barack Obama was elected


37. I have never wanted something really badly, and then not gotten it
    
    


38. I'm not sexually attracted to any of my uncles


39. I'm polythelic, but I like it - it sets me apart


40. I discovered this site while trying to find a picture for #38


41. My orthodontist told me I should get braces, I told him I didn't want to and he didn't push the issue...my teeth are kinda fucked, but, hey, I don't have braces


42. There's never been rumours spread about my sexuality


43. I can eat whatever I want without worrying about my weight


44. When I was 11, I went to Norway for an international camp with CISV


45. A new Prince song just leaked and its a mash-up cover of "Crimson and Closer" and "Wild Thing"


46. I kind of enjoy doing the dishes


47. My bed is really comfortable


48. My parents don't listen to Celine Dion


49. I'm not lactose intolerant


50. I found a website that has all the unreleased Prince jams that I worshipped back when I had Limewire


51. I've never had scary episodes with alcohol or drugs


52. "Michele says:
    you put you have an excellent memorry twice
    Michele says:
    was that on purpose?
    molly says:
    ohh shit seriously
    molly says:
    THATS SO HUMILIATING
    Michele says:
    ya
    molly says:
    THE IRONY IS LIKE A DAGGER IN MY AORTA
    Michele says:
    LOLOLOLOL
    Michele says:
    CALM DOWN
    molly says:
    which numbers?????
    Michele says:
    i think 14 and.....
    molly says:
    SHITTTT
    Michele says:
    52
    Michele says:
    hahaha
    molly says:
    no one must know of this
    molly says:
    therefore, i will copy-paste this conversation onto my blog
    Michele says:
    Romantic"


53. I'm good at spelling


54. I'm excited for the future


55. A couple months ago, I found a 45 on the floor of our crawlspace and it turned out to be Sly & the Family Stone's "If You Want Me to Stay" (my favourite Sly song), and because it was a 45, that means I can play it at 33rpm and it's heaven


56. Since I'm within nine months of my 18th bithday, it's impossible for me to have a baby before I become an adult
    


57. This dress exists...somewhere


58. I saw Prince in London


59. I can play my favourite classical piece, Beethoven's Sonata Quasi una fantasia, on piano


60. I have a sweet ghetto story from when I was in the South


61. I have every type of jacket I covet: groupie coat, (fake) leather jacket, sweater-type jacket, and fur coat


62. It's not difficult to find clothing that fits me


63. I've never, even for a moment, felt like nobody loved me


64. I got to see Michael Hampton play guitar on "Cosmic Slop"


65. I'm not colourblind - don't you think that would be torture, knowing that there's a couple colours that you have no idea what they look like?
    
    
66. I bought Let's Get It On pretty much on a whim, not expecting I would end up listening to it almost everyday
    
67. My dad's friends are hippies, and I suspect he used to be one too


68. I live within a mile of a graveyard and the ocean
    
69. There's so much music out there that I will love but haven't discovered yet



70. I was in an Archie Comic once
    
71. The city I live in has an excellent museum, with tons of First Nations artefacts


72. All the children I babysit are smart, well-behaved, sweet and fun



73. When I saw Parliament-Funkadelic, George Clinton, Garry Shider and Michael Hampton were there


74. After one of my Sims died because a satellite landed on her, I was able to plead with the Grim Reaper and save her life and keep the satellite


75. I know there's another Parliament-Funkadelic concert in my future


76. I'm going to get mad spoiled on Thursday


77. Once I was talking to my friend about the TV show Weeds and the Zooey Deschanel character, and he went "Oh, yeah, she kind of reminds me of you"


78. My dad loves Will Ferrell movies even more than I do


79. The area I live in has a sublime climate


80. People rarely have trouble pronouncing my name


81. I can speak English and French
    
82. I can speak Ubbi-Dubbi




83. I can name all the Fat Albert characters


84. I can finally hear the "death" scream on "Love Rollercoaster"...took me so long


85. I met Nicola


86. I'm not totally baffled by Math right now
    
87. My teachers care about me and my learning


88. I get to sleep in


89. Michele no longer slaves away at Value Village - the Dark Ages have ended, she's in my life again and I don't even miss the discount! Oh, that's right, cuz she never gave me one


90. Marianne Faithfull and I made eye contact


91. When you Google "ashcan rantings", this blog comes up first


92. My football team, the Carolina Panthers, are kicking ass this season


93. Our house has a fireplace


94. I love myself
    
95. I don't have a job
    
96. When I was in the Netherlands, there happened to be a Salvador Dali exhibit, featuring his Alice in Wonderland collection in the town I was staying in


97. I've been on last.fm long enough that when I play "My Library", I get a good day's worth of sweet music


98. I know why "Wucan" is called "Wucan"


99. My hair is very manageable


100. I can think of 100 things I love about my life

How many of these apply to you too? Can you name 100 aspects of your life that you love? I challenge you to do the same, especially during this time of the year, when people can get too stressed. It feels so good to go back and read over and remember how lucky you are.

lord knows, he sure is fine, aint he fine?

Back in my younger, boy-crazy days (about a year ago), I would have my signature (ha) Top 10 Sexiest lists, all the damn time. They occured usually twice a year, and often had themes. A little history for ya, it began back in summer of 2006 and Prince, Mick Jagger and Alex Turner are the only celebrities who made the list everytime. But then, who knows what happened, but my Sexy lists fell by the wayside and I focused on reality for once (what a concept..), and now it's been almost a year...well I won't have it anymore! With 2008 drawing to a close, here's my current

Top 10 Sexiest Men Of All Time

1. Andre 3000 has been something of a mainstay on this list, but this is the first time he's taken the crown. I can't deny it any longer...I need Andre 3000 in my life.

2. Mick Jagger - Oh, God, yes...

3. Jimi Hendrix is so sexy sometimes I can't even look at him. He's almost painfully goodlooking.
4. Glenn Goins - This is a little awkward, actually. The way I feel about Glenn Goins, it's almost like having a crush on Jesus or something.

5. Prince - well, obviously.

6. Alex Turner - It's hard to find a recent picture of him without Alexa...sigh

7. Hyde must be incredibly unphotogenic, as I can't find a single picture that properly demonstrates his sex appeal. I'm sure you all know what I'm talking about though.

8. Keith Richards...making bacon....really, what else do you need from life?

9. Jason Schwartzman is good-looking, sure, but sometimes personality just takes someone to the next level.

10. Lenny Kravitz's music? Meh. Hair, style, face, general aura? Yesss, please!

What do you think? Answer the poll in the sidebar for your feedback to be counted. And by counted I mean, I'll look at it, judge you and then never think about it again.

(*subject to change depending on mood)

downy sins of streetlight fancies, chase the costumes she shall wear

I know fur can be a touchy subject, my feelings run along the lines of "eh, anti-fur...who has the energy anymore?" I'm really not an animal person, and I just can't bring mysef to be too bothered about it. Yes, I've seen the "HORRIFYING, OMG, HOW CAN SOMEONE DO THAT" videos taken secretly by PETA (I don't want to get started on them, lest I find some dead tofu on my front steps or anything) members. I'm sorry, I guess I'm just selfish and insensitive (I can live with that, really, anonymous comment leavers), because I love how badass and rock'n'roll a good fur coat looks.
Case in point: Who knows, maybe when I mature a little more, I'll realize what a truly barbaric practice this is, but until then, my fox fur coat (that I am in the process of acquiring from dear Nicola) and I will have many an adventure, and hopefully none of them will involve being doused in blood.
Dream big!

brothers, don't be cool, women like it sometimes when you act a fool

You guys are too good to me...I ask for some questions to answer and I get dozens - thank you!
This is my 400th post, which feels goood, and frankly, I'm just going to dive right in. (There are so many questions, that I'll answer half in this post, and half in a second post later - and if you have any additional questions, go for it! This is mad fun)

Keith asked: "If you could sleep with any singer past or present who would that be?"

Sam asked: "What's your opinion of Wolfmother(the band)?"
I don't know a whole lot of Wolfmother, but everything I've heard has been ridiculously badass and awesome. I'm a Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath fan, so I can dig on any band who keeps that spirit alive today. I wish I knew more!

TEXTSTYLES asked: "why do you blog? what started it? and where do you want to take it?"
I started blogging because I felt like I had so many opinions bubbling up in myself and no one to tell them to. Though now I have people to share them with, blogging is way too much fun to stop. I blog because I enjoy it. And as for the future, well, it would be nice to parlay this into a career, but I'm not going to expect that. I definitely will continue blogging.

copperoranges asked: "are you in school? what are you studying? how many days worth of songs do you have on your itunes?"
I am in school...kind of. Technically I'm in grade 12, but I do my schooling by correspondance, which means, basically, I do it from home over the Internet. It's easier, fun-er and much more independent.
My iTunes isn't very impressive. I have an iPod nano and it's full with all the songs it can handle, which is about 300. But since my prefered method of music-listening is on vinyl, I haven't given iTunes much love and appreciation. I also don't download illegally (simply because it's unsatisfying) so everything on my iPod is essentially what I own on CD - which isn't much.

Mimi asked: "If you I asked you to make a play list of songs that would go perfect for my fashion blog [old, new, rock, blues... Whatever it may be] would you do it?"
Yes! I'd love to.

For starters, as you say you are "infatuated with Hendrix", I would throw on some "Little Miss Lover", a really fun and rad song. Another cool song to put on there would be Ready for the World's "Oh Sheila", which (I'm ashamed to admit) for months I thought was actually an unreleased Prince song. I'm not going to deny the dope-ness that is Britney Spears' new song "Circus" for a second longer. "I'd Love to Change the World" by Ten Years After would be a nice addition. And, finally, David Bowie's "Suffragette City" - I know it's one of his bigger songs and therefore slightly obvious, but it's one of those songs that when you hear it on the radio you get excited because you forgot how amazing it is. Let your blog give people that moment. I hope that helps!

Katelin asked: "if you met marvin gaye, what one thing would you ask him? what song do you detest the most? and what female musician do you idolize the most?"

If I had to pick one song to detest the most, it would probably be Avril Lavigne's "Girlfriend". Its obnoxiousness rating is off the charts. It doesn't rhyme, which adds to the feeling of generally patheticness. You just want to smack her upside the head.

If I met Marvin Gaye, I don't think I'd ask him anything - I think I would weep, kiss his feet and thank him.
The female musician I admire the most is Grace Slick. In terms of, well, everything. I love her style, I love her music, I love her voice, I love her strength, I love her personality - she's just a good ol' free spirit, the best type of person.

Sunniva asked: "1) If you were to have a party and could invite 5 famous people, dead or alive, who would they be and why?2) Who do you love most, Alex or Alexa? ;p3) What is your dream job?4) Can I adopt you as my sister?"

That first question is brilliant, and haunting. It's a hard choice and I'll probably look back on this in a year (or tomorrow) and cringe as I'm missing big ones, but I'm going to go with George Clinton, Lester Bangs, Anita Pallenberg, Neal Cassady and Andre 3000, because you know they'd show up looking amazing and party their fucking asses off.
As for who I love more, I'd have to go Alex...as amazing as Alexa is, she hasn't really done anything besides be generally cool. Alex has written some freaking fantastic music. Definitely Alex.
I think my dream job - believe it or not - is actually homemaker. I'm lazy as hell and I don't want a "real" job, I'd be so happy to just stay at home and cook, clean and the whatnot. Trophy wife is a close second. (Jokessss...kinda)
Yes, I'm available for adoption. Please submit your application to my receptionist.

Thank you for your awesome questions, I've enjoyed answering them so much and I can't wait to answer more in my next post. I hope you've enjoyed the first 400 posts of Ashcan Rantings, and are as excited about another 400 as I am.

general inspiration

"Why will you take by force what you may have quietly by love?" -Chief Powhatan


"Going to spring break at Ft. Lauderdale, getting drunk and flashing your breasts isn't an act of personal empowerment. It's you, so fashioned and programmed by the construct of a patriarchal society that you no longer know what's best for yourself. A damsel too dumb to know she is even in distress." -Chuck Palahniuk

"I cannot agree with those who rank modesty among their virtues. To the logician, all things should be seen exactly as they are, and to underestimate one’s self is as much a departure from truth as to exaggerate one’s own powers." -Sherlock Holmes

"Sometimes we get so caught up in language, and this word and that word, that we lose sight of the bigger problems in the world. At one time, the word 'Bitch' simply meant female dog. Now, it has a negative meaning. Many negative words in one time and/or culture are meaningless in another. We’ve got to stop wasting time fighting over nonsense. I’m still waiting for aliens to come... " -George Clinton

[hey, thanks, corbis]