Through Being Rad

in hope, great things are too come

2010-04-08T09:26:00.000-07:00

"everything happens for a reason" is an extremely vague statement, but it is important to remind yourself every so often. It's all about being at the right place at the right time and following your instincts. Be thankful for what you have and the chance for your existence.

TREAT DESTROYERS!!!!!!!

2009-04-14T21:59:00.000-07:00

GET YOUR EAGLE ON!!!

2009-04-04T08:19:00.000-07:00

I went to a bowling alley last night and realized the quality entertainment that I am missing out on. No, not the thrill of whipping a ball down the lane crushing pins like fred flintstone. but rather the reactions and intense celebrations that occur by the bowlers and their teammates. Everyone was completely wasted and enjoying their Friday night like it was their last. I knew no one, I was just observing a league my friend had me meet him at. But there was 50 year old ladies getting up on chairs together and dancing, and everywhere you look you can catch a nilly high five or a wicked air guitar solo. I swear I need to start filming a documentary on bowling alleys.
But no one, and I mean no one, shows up the king of bowling celebrations.
Everybody, Dale Eagle(best observed at times1:50 3:38 3:54):

I miss bowling, I wish i had more time to join a league. It seems like a blast ha. The last league I was in was back in high school, but i got kicked out for some reason. Good times.

I'm half the man i use to be

2009-03-22T13:59:00.000-07:00

I've been on a 90's alt rock kick lately. Watching Alice in Chains in Australia inspired me I guess. The latest two Silverchair albums are out of this world. So creative.
What I have been doing since I've been home:
1. Watching the March Madness go down. I love good competition and it's a great place to find it. Go UNC!
2. Rocking accordingly
3. Playing freerolls at the poker hall in town. It's the best thing ever. Free money. I haven't won yet but have gotten very close. I'm feeling it this next week.
4. Finally spending quality time with my wife. I feel like it's been long over due.
5. Hanging with friends I haven't seen in awhile.
6. I went to Chicago last weekend and love that city.
7. My birthday was the night of st. patrick's day. So that was a festive couple days.
8. Sleeping too much. I have a bad problem, it's called a comfortable bed. I need a concrete one or something that hurts my back more.

Spring is in the air. Beautiful.

this is where i am right now

2009-02-17T06:19:00.000-08:00

i will rule these streets cowboys and indians style

japan rules. i want to visit for a longer period of time.
everyone is so nice and appreciative of what we do. between songs is kind of akward tho, that is where the language barrier and cultural differences really kick in. So we look at each other ....and laugh. We are on the other side of the world, why not soak it up and enjoy.

reality tv

2009-02-12T16:23:00.000-08:00

I want to create a reality tv show along the lines of surreal life, but instead of washed up celebrities it will be based around homeless people. Can you imagine what would happen in a nice mansion with a dozen homeless people doing stupid things for money? It would be the most amusing thing ever, and it would help them out in the long run. Definately better than shallow people competing to win friendship or a blind date though scripts.
I just need a name now, and no emily, Homeless Mania is not a good one. But maybe we can get Goobles to make a guest appearance.

to emily

2009-02-12T13:54:00.000-08:00

thanks for putting up with me being away all the time.
i wish i could spend this weekend and valentines day with you.
tell prince i said hi.
miss you.

Du Hast

2009-02-08T16:20:00.000-08:00

i am currently in germany. our show here tomorrow is sold out which is crazy because last time we were here we didn't have that big of a response at all. the uk was awesome. london was one of my favorite shows ever. then jason and i went out and hung out with friends after and got lost in a cab at 7 in the morn. it was pretty intense but we eventually found our destination.
i do miss home so much. or at least being able to talk to emily on a constant basis. no phone sucks. it is going by fast tho, which is nice.
in germany i need to get a giant mug
in japan i need to get sushi
in australia i need to hug a koala

I am a big doucher

2009-01-26T08:18:00.000-08:00

because I take Scategories way too seriously.

are you non dairy creamer?

Guilty as charged with the stories.

beer belly

2009-01-15T11:02:00.001-08:00

i knew it was good for something.
i have a liquid fixation. i love coffee and beer is pretty cool too.
it's been a good and productive 2 weeks. i'm feeling confident.
i come home tomorrow. for a couple days. weehee
i need to go to the doctor and get an mri. but i never have time in my stupid little life.
: )

day 4 in lexington

2009-01-07T09:06:00.000-08:00

My sleep schedule is always so messed up, mainly because of touring. It puts me in the habit of going to bed around 4 and waking up around 1. But lately, surprisingly, I've been able to go to bed around noon and wake up around 9:38(for some weird reason) most every day. am i becoming normal? doubt it. but it is kind of refreshing.

my new favorite blog to follow is www.stuffonmatt.blogspot.com
matt has a tendency to drink a beer or two every now and then.
matt is also a big fan of stuffonmycat.com
therefore when matt has consumed too much alcohol, objects shall be placed upon him and posted on stuff on matt

when will we ever grow up?
hopefully never

love,
peter pan

R.I.P.

2009-01-05T19:53:00.001-08:00

the new cheesy bacon gordita crunch sux. bring back the fully loaders

amen.

Home Sweet Home- for a min

2009-01-02T13:06:00.000-08:00

I just got back from my vacation last night. I don't really classify it as a vacation though. It was more of an adventure. When I think of vacation I think of doing nothing and being on a resort. We were camping (tho i took the easy way out and rented a propped tent), hiking almost everyday up to 6 miles, and constantly staying busy driving around and snorkeling. It was a blast, I felt productive, and I found a new obsession in snorkeling. It's one of the most peaceful and intriguing activities I've ever done. I highly recommend it and can't wait until I get the chance to do it again. St. John's is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been. The clearest water everywhere you look and some of the best food I have tasted.
So now I am home for a day to do laundry and get as much stuff done around here that I possibly can before we take off tomorrow to drive to Lexington and write with Chiodos for 2 weeks. I'm looking forward to it. It should be interesting to see what we all have up our sleeves this time around. Definitely going to take our time with the music and make sure each second of every song is exactly what we want and well thought out. Emily and I ate Big John's earlier today, the biggest novelty of living in this area. I will never get sick of that place. I'm going to miss it, and my dog, and my wife. Oh the things we sacrifice to do what we love......

Out for a week

2008-12-24T20:11:00.000-08:00

Going on vacation for a week. I will be camping here on the island of Saint John's. Away from this freezing weather in the mitten. Have a good xmas.

Drinking Conversations

2008-12-23T15:46:00.000-08:00

I think we all aware of this rule and the damage it can cause the next morning
Top 3 things to not talk about while drinking:
1. Religion
2. Politics
3. Love

I am not drinking so here is a post a little bit about religion.
i watched this movie today. it makes me kinda sick to realize that people take advantage of how vulnerable children are. I was raised in the church as well but I don't believe it was as extreme and brainwashing as the churches in this movie. I'm not going to get all religious and opinionated here but the movie definitely made the gears turn. I need to watch religulous still. I love Bill Maher.

There is no joy in mudville

2008-12-22T16:38:00.001-08:00

speaking of technology sucking....

i dropped my phone on the ice today. $250 to repair.

intro

2008-12-22T08:37:00.000-08:00

So I haven't blogged since the good old days of Live journal. But I wanted to create this so that I can talk about opinions I have on everyday life and stupid news articles on the internet.

So I'll start this sesh with the fact that it is sad how dependent I have become on technology.

Last week I went up to write songs with most of the guys in Cinematic Sunrise and we stayed in a cabin in the middle of absolutely nowhere for 6 days. No cell phone service or internet. To get it we had to drive 25 minutes. I was on the brink of freaking out a couple times, which made me realize how pathetic I have become as a human. On the upside, we got a lot done, which makes me think I am not as productive as a person because I have these things in my life.
ah well, back to checking email and reading stupid conspiracy websites.

Also, another thing that is sad.....
CONGRATS TO THE DETROIT LIONS for being the worst team in NFL history.