Music Monday: It's A Wicked World

Good morning boys and girls!

After a long hiatus I've finally got a musical Monday morning for you.

This week I am featuring the enchanting Laura Jansen!

She's a serious femme fatale who seems to be newish to the scene. I only just heard of Ms. Jansen the other night, when she performed live on Craig Ferguson (my favourite late night comedy king).

Her single completely caught me off guard - I really liked it! This lovely lady writes about her life (most recently a breakup) and according to her website, today's catchy track "urges listeners to uncurl from the fetal position, grab some friends, and go have fun." Further, Jansen describes, " 'That song is about how it's time to go out and meet some men. It's time to do some drinking, because being depressed is getting old."

Now, I haven't suffered a nasty breakup, but that doesn't mean I don't sink with sadness.

It's Monday. Even worse, it's Monday morning.

Unless you salivate at the sour, you, too, could use a little bit more fun. I know I could.

Check out her cheeky video, I'm almost positive it'll make you smile:

Did you smile? Honestly? I cracked a full grin once Hansel and Gretel hit the screen.

Personally, I love a good rule breaker, a cliche kicker, or just a good old play on life.

Laura Jansen, your jolly little tune brightened my day. Thanks for the solid song.

Finding fun with fairy tales,

L

Fill the Void, Social Media

Oh my darlings.

I plum forgot about Music Monday. I know, I know it's technically Tuesday now. As IF the Newf hasn't reminded me. Still, I found something with a good beat for you musically minded mentals.

After watching this, I think you'll see me online a lot more.

What do you think? I posted it's sibling way back in September. Oh, and regardless of what the video said, this commercial still makes me smile everytime.

Are you scared yet?

Is Big Brother watching? Or are you watching Big Brother?

Socially screwed,

L

Showing My Geeky Side: Gaming Giggles

Good evening my darlings, how was your weekend?

Did you enjoy the extra hour of sleep this morning?

I sure did. So much so, I got giddy and decided to share a few pics that (actually) made me laugh out loud.

Enjoy, and happy Sunday.

Surfing on a Sunday,

L

Small Things: Ads CAN Make you Smile

I saw this ad yesterday while streaming some Mantracker online.

I love it. Not only is it clever but the faucet is pretty cool too. Problem is, if I owned it I would spend hours turning it on and off, just because it was fun.

The two-button water-saving toilet entertained me for days when we moved into our current place.

Small things, simple things.

Enjoy.

It gets me right at ". . . even make a pizza pie!"

Do ads and commercials ever make you smile? What's your favourite?

Amused by ads,

L

Wicked Wednesday: How Dated Are You?

On Monday I promised you something fabulous, provided you liked the Music Monday feature, Right Here, Right Now by Fatboy Slim.

Well, here is a video that I cannot get enough of.  It ramps me up and winds me down, all at the same time.  The music is the same Fatboy song but the video is completely different.

It was actually presented at Sony's annual meeting a couple of years ago.  It knocked my socks of.

This is not for those who puff themselves up with feigned importance.

Turn the volume up and give this bad boy a full size screen.  It is worth it.

Now, keep in mind this video is a couple years old.  

How small do you feel?  

Typically small equates to insignificant but that isn't how I feel after watching this.  Instead I feel invigorated and ready for the world.  Ready to show everyone how cool I really am.

I hope you feel the same way.

What are your thoughts?  Do tell!

Corporations aren't all bad, I suppose.  Well, we'll see.

Pensive and pretty,

L

It's a Sick Sunday: All About Me

Good evening folks,

So, hopefully you have been reading along, enjoying my content and sarcasm.  You are slowly learning about me and gathering info on some off-the-wall social skills.

You are likely wondering where I am going with this blog.

Well, I don't quite know yet.  I am hoping to pass on the wisdom of benefit of etiquette while encouraging you (and me) to be the best we can be.  Right now I am attempting to figure out a routine and suitable subjects all while including everything I want to say.

I need to be a little more candid.  This piece has been very difficult for me because as a business writer I avoid using the word "I" like the plague.  It always makes me feel like the sun - self-centred.

If I am lucky enough to have dutiful readers you may (or may not) be wondering who, exactly, I am.  Well, hold on to your bonnets because I aim to give you a little look into the world of Linnie.

I have composed a list of twenty things about me.  Seeing as I am in a silly mood, I have made an attempt at humour.  I assure you, everything written is actually correct, if a little weird.

Folks, weird is just how I roll - I am always a little off kilter.

Enjoy!

• I have lived through an explosion (and subsequent fire) that levelled the better part of a city block.
• I have lived through a major flood (and only got a little wet).
• When surrounded by multiple funnel clouds, I took a shower in the rain and called my colleagues cowards.
• I am actually terrified of tornadoes.  Little did I know that my mother had lied when she told me tornadoes need the sun to touch down.  It was the only way she could get me to sleep and I believed her until I was sixteen.
• The only time my father visited a strip club (that I know of), I told him which one to go to.
• My husband went to the strip club too.
• Shortly before the aforementioned explosion I was offered a stripping job.  I was unemployed and considering it until the strip club burned (I have a way with fire).
• I met the Newf and eight months later I married him.
• The Newf proposed while I was in handcuffs.  It was very quick and a matter of necessity.  We are just that romantic.
• I am scared of the dark.  I have lots of night lights and a big 'ol Maglite, just in case.
• I really, really like cars and insist on driving a stick shift.  It's hot (and so much fun).
• I am a dancing machine.
• I grew up in a town of approximately 1200 people.  I consider myself hillbilly chic.
• Lucan, my hometown, is the home of the Black Donnellys, one of Canada's largest unsolved murders.  Check them out here.
• As a result of my small town farming roots I know a lot about animals.  I love them dearly but define them strictly as animals (no doggie strollers or sweaters here).
• I have never been awarded less than second place in a wet t-shirt contest.
• My fine china is not hidden away in a cabinet.  I use my best everyday.
• Judith Martin, aka Miss Manners, is my hero.  She is simply devine.
• I have eight piercings (only six have jewellery) but do not consider myself overly Holy.

Now that you are suitably frightened (and hopefully intrigued) I will ask: What should I know about you?  Do you have a list?  An interesting tidbit?  Leave a note (or a URL) below so I can check YOU out!

Cleverly candid,

L