My hair!
Got it cut today (finally).
What did you see?
3 years ago
Friday, July 31, 2009
Friday, July 24, 2009
Friday, July 17, 2009
Photo Phriday
The "Dated and Old Edition"
While doing a little housework, I came across my old Playbills and Concert and Show Programs and wedged in between them were these:
My first B & W "Bench" photo circa 1985, Mom and Dad's Backyard:
And my brother Vinnie's (www.vinniecosta.com) very first resume:
What did you see?
While doing a little housework, I came across my old Playbills and Concert and Show Programs and wedged in between them were these:
My first B & W "Bench" photo circa 1985, Mom and Dad's Backyard:
And my brother Vinnie's (www.vinniecosta.com) very first resume:
What did you see?
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
July 15, 2009
Harry Potter and The Half Blood Prince opens today.
Donna already saw it at midnight, so it was anticlimactic when I took her at 2 pm.
Here is my take on the movie:
If you didn't read the book, you may be a bit confused as to what is actually going on. Some parts were totally right on but others (like the very beginning) were totally made up and never actually happened in the book.
The parts with Dumbledore are far too few and left for the viewer to "figure out" what the heck is going on in crucial parts of the story...it jumped so much that I even second guessed myself.
The Potter crew is all grown up and are finding themselves, so to speak. It is very touching and predictable ( remember, I read the books already), it is nice to see it on screen.
There was a bit of darkness, but not nearly enough darkness. The added scenes really didn't have anything to do with the plot of the story and were a waste of film if you ask me for example, when the Death Eaters visit the Weasley's. Maybe more focus on the "Half Blood Prince" and "memories", less on "snogging" would have made for a more cohesive story.
I did enjoy the movie for what it was though, the movie.
Read the book if you haven't already.
Just wanted to share!
Donna already saw it at midnight, so it was anticlimactic when I took her at 2 pm.
Here is my take on the movie:
If you didn't read the book, you may be a bit confused as to what is actually going on. Some parts were totally right on but others (like the very beginning) were totally made up and never actually happened in the book.
The parts with Dumbledore are far too few and left for the viewer to "figure out" what the heck is going on in crucial parts of the story...it jumped so much that I even second guessed myself.
The Potter crew is all grown up and are finding themselves, so to speak. It is very touching and predictable ( remember, I read the books already), it is nice to see it on screen.
There was a bit of darkness, but not nearly enough darkness. The added scenes really didn't have anything to do with the plot of the story and were a waste of film if you ask me for example, when the Death Eaters visit the Weasley's. Maybe more focus on the "Half Blood Prince" and "memories", less on "snogging" would have made for a more cohesive story.
I did enjoy the movie for what it was though, the movie.
Read the book if you haven't already.
Just wanted to share!
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Train Tuesday
Just an observation, but did you ever run for the train, on one of the hottest days of the year and get into a car that has no A/C AND has a lavatory in it? It can be quite uncomfortable. The A/C usually does kick in, but the lavatory smell kicks in as well...P U.
Well, no more I tell you! Suffer no more!
I have learned (albeit, about 2 years ago) that the ODD numbered cars have lavatories in them and even numbered cars do not (and usually smell much fresher, for a train car).
So the next time you are running for that train, remember...EVEN, unless you have to go.
This is for Metro North RR, do not quote me on subway cars, do they even have lavatories on them? I have never seen one, but I could be wrong.
Happy rails!
Monday, July 13, 2009
It is almost official
I will be advertising myself very soon on Craig's list and getting cards made up.
For: The newest Freelance Photographer for hire!
"CMC Photography"
I will have more deets ASAP!
You all (my 3 readers) will be getting my business cards to distribute and I will be traveling the Tri-State area (travel is included in my contract)!
Wish me luck!
The adventure is beginning now!
I am available for Anniversaries, Parties, Graduations, Communions, Kids Parties...If your event needs photographing, I am your girl!
Anyone have suggestions on how to get the word out, other than legwork, word of mouth and Craig's List?
Would love to hear your opinions.
Saturday, July 4, 2009
Happy Fourth of July all!
I am working today until 5pm, so I will be home in time for the fireworks! This year, no travelling to see them, its too the roof we go.
We see all the great shows all around us, the only problem is, where to look first!
Enjoy the day, be safe and well dear readers.
Friday, July 3, 2009
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
An Old Priest and a New Priest may be needed
When I came home from a beautiful weekend in Rhode Island, I needed to make a few maintenance phone calls.
The first one was to an orthopedist for my knee. I kind of popped it out last Wednesday while cleaning (dummy) and got an appointment for July 27th! Yeah, July 27th. That was the first available appointment so I took it. It actually feels better now, but I know me and my body...feeling better does not necessarily mean is better.
The next phone call was to NR Chevy. The steering wheel was shaking on its own as if it wanted to drive itself.
It started doing this last week and I put air in the tires and wanted to check the power steering fluid but couldn't find the stick. I found out on Monday that I do not have power steering fluid, that it is all electronic, no wonder why I couldn't find it!
I dropped off the car on Monday and got a call telling me that the steering column needed to be replaced. OK great, it is all under warranty, so I do not worry. While it was there waiting for a part, I asked it they could look at the key's remote start and change the windshield wipers. No problem, it is all covered. It should be! The car is 1 1/2 yrs old and has 10,085 miles!
I call on Tuesday to check how its going. At 4:50pm I was told the steering was fixed but they needed more time with the key and if they could keep it one more day. All right, I have no where to go and nothing to do...yet.
I sleep well, knowing my car will be like new in the afternoon and am happy it isn't costing me a dime.
Today, I call Chevy and ask how its going. I am told that they were still working on the steering, that it was making a scratching noise and that the "clock spring" needed to be replaced. What the heck was that? Whatever, these new cars are a mystery to me. I was told later on that some of these new cars need software updates...what? I need to get an upgrade with an oil change?
I am assured that it will be ready before 3pm.
Donna, Brook and myself then leave the house for the playground for a bit while we wait to hear back.
I got a call at 2pm telling me that it is ready to pick up, yea!
I get to the dealership and get the paperwork, sign and drive away.
As soon as I got in the car the steering wheel started to steer itself...again. This was tested and fixed? It felt worse than when I left it there on Monday!
I call Mark (yes, we are on a first name basis now) and tell him that not only did the steering wheel move on its own, but it kept on shaking when I turned OFF the car!
He tells me it must be possessed and an exorcism is in order! We discussed our options and we came to an agreement, we needed an Old Priest and a New Priest. But seriously, he offered me a rental because I needed a car tomorrow to babysit for my sisters kids so she could go on an interview.
I agreed and drove back to Chevy to drop off the car, again, and went to Enterprise for my rental (on Chevy, no wonder why they needed government help). I really wanted to try a PT Cruiser, but Chevy only pays for Chevy. Makes sense. They don't want you to fall in love with another companies car now. So I am offered the Aveo or the Cobalt. Both too small and not even comparable to my Malibu. Then the agent says, I have an HHR. HHR? I never even heard of this Chevy make before today.
I loved it when I saw it! I want it I say...wrap it up.
Good thing Chevy was paying for this because the whole process took 1 1/2 hrs to finalize!
1/2 hour at the dealership and 1 hour at Enterprise. Thankfully Brook was with Pipa and Grammy, she would have been complaining the entire time!
I may have even gotten Donna a summer job there! Washing cars...hey, not the most attractive job, but a job none the less. We'll see.
This is the HHR, if you were wondering:
I like it!
Pray for me and my Malibu, that it gets fixed once and for all.
The first one was to an orthopedist for my knee. I kind of popped it out last Wednesday while cleaning (dummy) and got an appointment for July 27th! Yeah, July 27th. That was the first available appointment so I took it. It actually feels better now, but I know me and my body...feeling better does not necessarily mean is better.
The next phone call was to NR Chevy. The steering wheel was shaking on its own as if it wanted to drive itself.
It started doing this last week and I put air in the tires and wanted to check the power steering fluid but couldn't find the stick. I found out on Monday that I do not have power steering fluid, that it is all electronic, no wonder why I couldn't find it!
I dropped off the car on Monday and got a call telling me that the steering column needed to be replaced. OK great, it is all under warranty, so I do not worry. While it was there waiting for a part, I asked it they could look at the key's remote start and change the windshield wipers. No problem, it is all covered. It should be! The car is 1 1/2 yrs old and has 10,085 miles!
I call on Tuesday to check how its going. At 4:50pm I was told the steering was fixed but they needed more time with the key and if they could keep it one more day. All right, I have no where to go and nothing to do...yet.
I sleep well, knowing my car will be like new in the afternoon and am happy it isn't costing me a dime.
Today, I call Chevy and ask how its going. I am told that they were still working on the steering, that it was making a scratching noise and that the "clock spring" needed to be replaced. What the heck was that? Whatever, these new cars are a mystery to me. I was told later on that some of these new cars need software updates...what? I need to get an upgrade with an oil change?
I am assured that it will be ready before 3pm.
Donna, Brook and myself then leave the house for the playground for a bit while we wait to hear back.
I got a call at 2pm telling me that it is ready to pick up, yea!
I get to the dealership and get the paperwork, sign and drive away.
As soon as I got in the car the steering wheel started to steer itself...again. This was tested and fixed? It felt worse than when I left it there on Monday!
I call Mark (yes, we are on a first name basis now) and tell him that not only did the steering wheel move on its own, but it kept on shaking when I turned OFF the car!
He tells me it must be possessed and an exorcism is in order! We discussed our options and we came to an agreement, we needed an Old Priest and a New Priest. But seriously, he offered me a rental because I needed a car tomorrow to babysit for my sisters kids so she could go on an interview.
I agreed and drove back to Chevy to drop off the car, again, and went to Enterprise for my rental (on Chevy, no wonder why they needed government help). I really wanted to try a PT Cruiser, but Chevy only pays for Chevy. Makes sense. They don't want you to fall in love with another companies car now. So I am offered the Aveo or the Cobalt. Both too small and not even comparable to my Malibu. Then the agent says, I have an HHR. HHR? I never even heard of this Chevy make before today.
I loved it when I saw it! I want it I say...wrap it up.
Good thing Chevy was paying for this because the whole process took 1 1/2 hrs to finalize!
1/2 hour at the dealership and 1 hour at Enterprise. Thankfully Brook was with Pipa and Grammy, she would have been complaining the entire time!
I may have even gotten Donna a summer job there! Washing cars...hey, not the most attractive job, but a job none the less. We'll see.
This is the HHR, if you were wondering:
I like it!
Pray for me and my Malibu, that it gets fixed once and for all.
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