tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53342703050010691352024-02-20T14:29:39.095-05:00Face It.Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.comBlogger74125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-75693708253620446482010-03-23T21:59:00.000-04:002010-03-23T21:59:12.560-04:003/18/10 Hmm. Who Shall I Download Next?<img src="http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/6521/photoxn.jpg"><br />
Still being at SXSW means that I'm coming across several new bands. Part of discovering these new bands is figuring out who makes the cut on my daily iTunes playlist. Right now? The "Bob Hill Band" is rocking my world. It's a new band to me, with a very 90's sensibility (which I love). Check em out!<br />
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<b>Today's photo is found courtesy of a drawer in a dark hotel room. Oh, how I hate the dark.</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-7625314108091141522010-03-23T21:53:00.000-04:002010-03-23T21:53:40.477-04:003/17/10 Some venues smell like puke...<img src="http://img441.imageshack.us/img441/9572/photo2xn.jpg"><br />
Having been freshly minted in the Austin scene for SXSW, I have to say... Some people need to be a little more conscious of their drinking intake. If you can't have another, DON'T! Otherwise, you puke everywhere and the venues don't smell very nice... Jeez...<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found on my jacket pocket, which I hope does not smell like puke.</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-20234924337108001962010-03-23T21:50:00.000-04:002010-03-23T21:50:20.461-04:003/16/10 Whazzah? :-/<img src="http://img260.imageshack.us/img260/7071/photo1ao.jpg"><br />
Although I can barely believe it, I am on my way to SXSW in Austin. I can't wait to see the new bands and experience some fantastically new things. Oh my!<br />
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<b>Today's photo is courtesy of a vintage, wooden crate in my bedroom. A bit on the natural, un-believing side, huh?</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-16731938533652266052010-03-18T09:37:00.000-04:002010-03-18T09:37:29.036-04:003/15/10 First Day Jitters!<img src="http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/3016/photooml.jpg"><br />
Starting a new job is simply a flashback feeling of the past. Remember, as a kid, when you'd start getting nervous as the summer ended? Right before school started up again? You'd plan out every detail, almost too rehearsed at times. You'd chose your perfect & powerful outfit days in advance, often changing your mind. Then the day comes, and you come to the crazy yet logical revelation. You were the only one thinking about yourself under such a specific & detailed microscope.<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found directly on my laptop (The little camera up top), as I stared at FACE IT on the web. Trippy, right?</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-25141601357152890062010-03-15T21:28:00.002-04:002010-03-15T21:28:58.183-04:003/14/10 Another Crappy Day Calls for Pizza! Right?<img src="http://img691.imageshack.us/img691/1413/photo2fb.jpg"><br />
So another crappy, rainy day (although not as bad as yesterday) called for some cheering up. And what better way than to order some yummy, incredibly bad for my figure Pizza! My pizza of choice? Domino's Large Pizza with Black Olives. Oh the things we do to ourselves!<br />
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<b>Today's photo is courtesy of Dominos Pizza. I swear, I was not paid to plug them, it's just damn good. </b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-43305677824304228812010-03-15T21:25:00.000-04:002010-03-15T21:25:43.207-04:003/13/10 NYC Hurricane= Cabin Fever! :(<img src="http://img714.imageshack.us/img714/8359/photo1r.jpg"><br />
So on this Saturday afternoon, instead of being outside and enjoying the day, I am relegated to being stuck inside. But not only minimally. I can barely go to the grocery store due to the terrible weather. Trees look like they might collapse, people are basically being flung around. It's not fun. So needless to say, I'm having a bad case of cabin fever. If I'd prepared better, I would have rented new movies to watch. The old ones are not doing it today. Boo!<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found on a NYC Subway (The C Line to be exact). Sad little window molding. I feel your pain!</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-44568511346850984902010-03-15T21:20:00.000-04:002010-03-15T21:20:02.795-04:003/12/10 Last Day? :-O<img src="http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/4272/photocy.jpg"><br />
After a few years of working with wonderful people and being in a realm that taught me a lot, I am leaving to pursue new opportunities. It's never easy saying goodbye, and it's especially never easy letting go of connections you've made with others. I am sad to say my "goodbye's", but I am also happy to take that next step in my personal evolution. Goodbye is only short term and I will say "hello" to my friends once again. Thank you all! You rock!<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found on the Subway Train in Midtown, NYC. It certainly seemed surprised. Don't you think?</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-61020877601816132722010-03-11T21:43:00.000-05:002010-03-11T21:43:28.932-05:003/11/10 Ecstatic after this day! :)<img src="http://img65.imageshack.us/img65/4317/photo4l.jpg"><br />
Today has been somewhat of a whirlwind day for me. I'm a day away from leaving my current workplace and next week starting a new job. I'm extremely excited to start that next step in evolution and know it's going to be extremely amazing! <br />
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But the thing today that makes me happier than ever is the recognition that came from a recent project I started. A couple of weeks ago, while talking to a co-worker buddy of mine, I began discussing the excellence of the Horror Movie Genre and how it's evolved over the years. One unforgettable filmmaker in this genre is undeniably Alfred Hitchcock, who brought us many top notch films that stand the test of time. It's pretty tough to deny that moments from 'Psycho', 'Rear Window' and 'The Birds' are still anxiety inducing at best. Throughout this discussion, I spoke to the idea of doing a photography study on taking Horror Movie Posters from the 40's-80's and recreating them with a more contemporary styling. This brought me to the creation of "Hitchcock Re-Envisioned", A study in taking Hitchcock films and creating iconic posters based on such films as: 'The Birds', 'Rear Window', 'Vertigo' & 'Psycho'. You can see these posters at <a href="http://www.lazmarquez.com">LazMarquez.com</a><br />
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Today, the initiative was recognized by a great blog and has garnered amazing response. I am so thankful to this response and look forward to creating more for all the supporters to see! So thank you all, you rock!!! Check out the blog in which the pieces were features at: <a href="http://thedailywh.at/">The Daily What</a>.Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-29175744992383172462010-03-10T21:57:00.000-05:002010-03-10T21:57:01.190-05:003/10/10 Moving Right Along. :-/<img src="http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/9085/photo3oq.jpg"><br />
As the "final days" of this chapter of my life approach, I find myself itching for the inevitable change. Change can often be a scary & difficult transition, but for me, I welcome it with open arms. I look forward to a new energy and a new jumping point. One thing I am certain of, is that I adore & love what I do. This is why it's important for myself and anyone I can impart any wisdom upon need know that it's important to keep the love alive. There's no reason to let it go.<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found within the 1 Train Subway Line in NYC. Look up and find the good. :)</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-74265910778035419592010-03-10T21:52:00.000-05:002010-03-10T21:52:07.646-05:003/9/10 Cold like Steel.<img src="http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/3685/photo2uwe.jpg"><br />
This week, I keep coming to the same conclusion. We, as human beings can be cold. We can dismiss each other. We can push one another away. We can turn our backs. All of these things are natural and usual. But for me, I feel less inclined to let this be a "It Happens" experience, and more a questionable action. There is little need for us to be so dismissive. Respect is a valuable asset and one that I know I will attempt to value and attend to more.<br />
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<b>Today's photo is courtesy of a Food Cart in Midtown, NYC on 45th and 6th Avenue. Steely, eh?</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-90009421734644417952010-03-08T22:01:00.000-05:002010-03-08T22:01:21.690-05:003/8/10 Last Week. Going Bananas!<img src="http://img696.imageshack.us/img696/5421/photo1v.jpg"><br />
I kid you not, this week has already shaped up to be quite a doozy. It's my last week at my current job, as I've decided to take my next steps as an Art Director. I had a very different idea of how the last week would go and it's not that. I'm busy (which is not necessarily a bad thing) and sweating my creative chops off! It's bananas! (Get the joke? I know you all looked at the photo. Yes, I know, I'm incredibly witty... Stop! I'm blushing!) Okay, I'm done...<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found in Midtown, NYC as I was walking with my co-worker Nicky crosstown. This banana box was way too perfect of a find. Enough to do an entire parenthesis joke that I thought was witty, but really wasn't. :)</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-41776780152663327622010-03-08T21:52:00.000-05:002010-03-08T21:52:12.103-05:003/7/10 Oscar Night. A Champagne Occasion.<img src="http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/3682/photopn.jpg"><br />
Tonight has been a great night for me, as I love to indulge in the Oscar night festivities. I adore the craft of film and look forward to seeing those who excel in this craft being awarded for their accomplishments. It's a night of glamour and poise, without avail. But what amazes me is the sheer vastness of taste that comes with it. I have and will continue to live blog/tweet/update on the matter. Congrats to all that have picked up a golden statue this wonderful evening and in honor, I had a couple of glasses of champagne to celebrate!<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found on the cork of a lovely bottle of champagne I opened for the Oscars. I have to say, it was quite unexpected to find, but VERY welcome!</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-161115398017103772010-03-06T22:17:00.000-05:002010-03-06T22:17:31.964-05:003/6/10 Potty Mouth? :-0<img src="http://img31.imageshack.us/img31/6125/photo11i.jpg"><br />
Today was an interesting day. Through an osmosis of sorts, I was forced to have a day of solitude. I walked the city of New York intensely and found many of beautiful little secrets in terms of street art. It was an amazing experience to travel and search by my lonesome. To really indulge in the city's intricacies. I wouldn't trade this lovely weathered day for the world. Thank you, mother nature!<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found in a Starbuck's restroom in NYC. Thanks hyper sensitive coffee restroom for this find!</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-27374019226589799072010-03-05T17:49:00.000-05:002010-03-05T17:49:34.776-05:003/5/10 Agggh! Deadlines!<img src="http://img188.imageshack.us/img188/1124/img0395js.jpg"><br />
Keeping it short, as I am still amongst some crazy deadlines.. This. Day. Is. CRAZY!<br />
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I do though, look forward to a nice NYC weekend with Temperatures in the 50's & Sunny. And tonight, I will experience Tim Burton's 'Alice in Wonderland' in IMAX 3D!! <br />
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<b>Today's photo was found in front of a lovely home in North Bergen, NJ. This decorative garage slot was an awesome find this morning and kicked off a high energy day! </b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-15291324932541750232010-03-05T17:41:00.000-05:002010-03-05T17:41:48.621-05:003/4/10 Huh?<img src="http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/3875/img0393g.jpg"><br />
This week, my final week at my current job is proving to be quite a doozy. Meetings like crazy and lots to do. But hey, I like the busy nature of things and remain happy that it makes the days go by quickly. But after a long day, I remain very much out of it!<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found courtesy of a Cigarette disposal contraption outside of a commercial building on 45th street in Midtown, NYC. Confused much, little guy?</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-10682530989517933932010-03-03T23:09:00.000-05:002010-03-03T23:09:18.621-05:003/3/10 What?? Birds Attack!?<img src="http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/1492/photorc.jpg"><br />
My new artistic endeavor I've decided to take on is attempting to take the every iconic Alfred Hitchcock films and recreating the film posters in a more contemporary style. This is definitely an undertaking in itself, but my first stab at it has seemingly been well received. I took the film, "The Birds" and looked at it from fresh eyes. I wanted to take this film and really capture it in a new style but maintain the sense of feeling. It's such an intense film with a lot of horror centric heart behind it and I felt it could easily translate graphically into a new vision.<br />
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The final product for the re-envisioning of "The Birds" can be found at: <a href="http://www.lazmarquez.com">lazmarquez.com</a><br />
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<b>Today's photo was found outside of my window, in my apartment in North Bergen, NJ. No bird watching was done this evening. Luckily?</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-6583306184005329892010-03-02T18:44:00.001-05:002010-03-02T18:44:26.013-05:003/2/10 Shockingly Happy! :-O<img src="http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/8707/img0386copy.jpg"><br />
One thing that's been buzzing through my mind continuously for the past few days is how amazingly this year has been chugging along. I feel as though 2009 was a really difficult year for many people and that this year is shaping up to be much the opposite. People seem happier. Goals seem to be fulfilled. Jobs are being found.<br />
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Personally, I came into this year with an incredible drive. I knew that I wanted this year to count. I wanted to push my boundaries. I wanted to make a change. One examples is starting this blog. I knew that I had to start something that inspired me, and I needed to stick with it as a promise to myself. With all intents & purposes, it's happened and I couldn't be happier. It's been amazing to hear people tell me how it's inspired them to look at the world differently and find their own "FACE IT"'s. <br />
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It won't stop here, as I intend to continue on this track! Thank you to everyone who has been supportive and followed this journey!<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found on my road from New Jersey to New York City on the NJ TRANSIT Bus. I'm having a transit inspiration week thus far. Chugging Along!</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-19409817810122936132010-03-02T18:33:00.000-05:002010-03-02T18:33:40.266-05:003/1/10 Rough Day In A Good Way.<img src="http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/2129/img0389l.jpg"><br />
There are some things in this life that lead us to our next steps in personal evolution. Circumstances that thrust us into a new phase of who we will eventually become. After making this decision to go forth and get closer to this goal, I find it sad to let go. But one thing I am certain of, is that it's ultimately necessary.<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found courtesy of the fantastic nuts & bolts of a NJ Transit Bus. Moving Right Along!</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-77810598472037235622010-02-28T20:14:00.000-05:002010-02-28T20:14:08.746-05:002/28/10 2 Brunches. Double the Crazy!<img src="http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/230/photo3cy.jpg"><br />
So today seems to have been a very popular day for Brunches AND Birthdays. Two of my good friends planned things for their prospective birthdays. So in celebration, Happy Birthday to both Heidi & Michael! Love them dearly. But with two brunches, it's been an incredibly busy day with way too many mimosas. Oh my.. Regardless, it was amazing to spend good times with many good people.<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found on the street near Essex House in the Lower East Side, NYC. Nice Buzzer!</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-18661863030223294842010-02-28T20:07:00.000-05:002010-02-28T20:07:22.418-05:002/27/10 Amazing Weekend. Wide Eyed.<img src="http://img192.imageshack.us/img192/8387/photo2nd.jpg"><br />
So as I've been saying for quite some time this year, 2010 seems to be shaping up very nicely. It started off and continued to be an amazing weekend thus far.<br />
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Sorry to keep it short and sweet, but it's quite a busy weekend. Ooof!<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found courtesy of a friendly Converse Sneaker in New York City. Wide eyed. eh?</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-62960559674807625482010-02-26T23:24:00.000-05:002010-02-26T23:24:34.161-05:002/26/10 Wow. I'm Not Dreaming?<img src="http://img109.imageshack.us/img109/91/photoea.jpg"><br />
I did what I was waiting to do for a few weeks today, and I feel as though I can finally rest without the interference of anxiety or anticipation. I'm feeling a lot, but the primary is happiness.<br />
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Wow. More information to come.<br />
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On another note, I highly recommend that everyone watch 'Shutter Island' ASAP. Great film making in this one, with a great cast. The visual storytelling was superb. <br />
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<b>Today's photo was found on the West Side Highway thanks to some random door. Shockingly Awesome.</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-12904394052811503212010-02-26T23:19:00.000-05:002010-02-26T23:19:35.444-05:002/25/10 Happy Birthday Jimena. Here's some flowers!<img src="http://img704.imageshack.us/img704/3720/photo1ky.jpg"><br />
It's been quite a crazy few weeks, so I apologize for the odd timing for the FACE IT posts. But I hope to be back on track after this week. In honor of a friend who's a huge fan of the blog, here's a FACE IT Emoticon found by her. It's her birthday, so have a great one Jimena!<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found in our offices in Midtown, NYC. Odd Vase was an interesting find for an interesting lady. :)</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-3735627899259318222010-02-24T22:00:00.000-05:002010-02-24T22:00:14.048-05:002/24/10 Waiting= Painful.<img src="http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/9059/photo9yu.jpg"><br />
For this post, I'll be simple and add a quote that sums up what I feel at this exact moment:<br />
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"Life was always a matter of waiting for the right moment to act." <br />
-Paulo Coelho<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found on a doorknob in front of my gypsy van bus in front of the Port Authority in New York City. Thanks for the similar sentiment, apartment building knob! I look forward to some open doors.</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-69391167376609337172010-02-24T21:54:00.000-05:002010-02-24T21:54:55.395-05:002/23/10 Rough 2 Weeks = :-|<img src="http://img522.imageshack.us/img522/96/photo10k.jpg"><br />
As of today, I've been working non-stop for about over two weeks. Don't get me wrong, I love what I do, but my mind tends to think otherwise. Brain failure is continuing this week. No matter how much caffeine I consume, I remain exhausted. I wish I could take a vacation, but this may no happen for a while.. Wah wah wah..<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found on 46th in between 7th & 8th Avenue in Midtown, NYC. Thanks to this random architectural structure. :)</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5334270305001069135.post-56932465070795146122010-02-22T22:35:00.000-05:002010-02-22T22:35:09.766-05:002/22/10 Tired Has Turned Into Goofy.<img src="http://img62.imageshack.us/img62/3766/photo8yg.jpg"><br />
Okay, from what I could understand after some mighty long hours & creative flowing of juices, I am officially done with one phase of hard work as of today. So my bitching and complaining about working so hard and so much is over. I will say (and this may be because I'm too damn self aware) that I feel annoyed with myself for projecting such angst and complaint to the interwebs the past couple of weeks. I know that this is an outlet for self expression, but I'd hate to be one of those mopey and complaint ridden people who get lost in their everyday grind. <br />
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Once again, I'm happy to say that it seems like this phase is over and done with. I love the folks I work with for dealing with my moody and often zaney personality swings. Couldn't wish for a sillier group to hang with on such a tough weekend.<br />
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<b>Today's photo was found courtesy of the vest I wore to work today, trying to pretend I was awake enough this morning to choose an outfit. Ha.</b>Lazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12777940666731355657noreply@blogger.com0