l'art pour l'art

I have long thought about the presence of art in everyday life. The presence of art in the world is unmistakeable, from branding, architecture, physical paintings and sculptures, the written word, music; the list literally is infinite. But how often do we actually take the time to appreciate the artistic value of the world around us. Does the fact that KU has more than 7 buildings on the national monument register effect my life in any minute manner. How often do I walk to class listening to music and actually ponder the reality that a whole host of individuals had to collectively use their talents to present a mere 3 minutes of noise to my iPod. I'm not trying to dwell on this in the manner a hipster might, I'm simply suggesting that the next time you take a stroll through the world, pay head to the art that fills it. Remember, "to live intensely amongst the world is an artistic necessity, and an art form in and of itself" - Claude Monet. We are all artists, and certainly the products of art in the world. Perhaps today is the day to harness your creativity and use the inspiration that is the collection of art in the world to produce your own work. Draw, write, jam, think... just do!

Peanut butter S'Mores turnover

Alright boys I could not resist putting this recipe up... These things look so dank! Harry?

http://www.recipegirl.com/2009/10/22/peanut-butter-smores-turnovers-2/

Bored? Here's a video of 10 animal attacks caught on tape:

Warning! Graphic Footage

Something All Men Should Know How To Do

There's something out there...

I consider myself a reasonably logical person; my beliefs firmly based in science.  The abstract and unfounded notions of the paranormal and super-spiritual have never resonated with me.  However, I am of the opinion, and have been for some time, that there is/are factor(s) in this world that human beings have not yet been able to perceive through our abilities to see, hear, smell, touch and taste.  It seems to me that there must be some connection beyond time and space that links people, events, thoughts, etc.   The way I picture this "link" is similar to the network of neurons and synapses in the human nervous system.  I imagine billions of lines of events that, when triggered, increase the likelihood of others inter crossed with each other firing.  It is the not so rare occurrence of simultaneous thoughts and actions that spurred this theory.  Perhaps I am unique in experiencing and/or noticing these otherwise insignificant coincidences so allow me to explain.  Have you ever been talking to someone who has forgotten what they were going to say?  When this happens to me I nearly always unconsciously start going through a possible list of what they may be thinking.  Now, the events of which I speak occur in these brief moments.  The list in my head  has been narrowed to a single option, and as I become consciously aware of that option, the person says, "loop of henle."  What the shit!!!  That's what I was thinking!  How could this be?  I'm convinced its not due to random chance.  I think... there's something out there...



-CODA

The Great Guinness Toast

Every year, thousands of brilliant people gather together at their favorite Irish pubs and indulge in the finest glass of suds this earth has to offer.   What is special about February 18th, 2011 is that all of these people will be doing it at the same time.   Thats right, at 10:00 pm central time, every man, woman, and child who has ever appreciated the first quaff of a perfectly poured, euphoria inducing, full bodied wonder drink known as Guinness will raise their glasses of the good stuff and toast to excellence.  I encourage everyone to venture out into the night and share in the splendor.


Brilliant!

http://www.thegreatguinnesstoast.com/

Thursday Night Specials

Theres no better way to kick off the weekend than with a tortilla filled with butternut squash puree and toasted pumpkin seeds, topped with a goat cheese creama. Garnish that taco with a freshly squeezed lime margarita, beautiful weather, and the company of some of your best buds and you have an extremely fulfilling beginning of what is sure to be a great weekend. The Bourgeois Pig was rocking $3 Red Stripes and Harps. The Eldridge had 1/2 price martinis. I went with the classic dirty gin martini, extra olives and juice (it may or may not have tasted like a sweaty ball sack). The Sandbar was hosting a one in one out party with $2.50 tropical drinks. The Wheel was as expected, packed and expensive, but that why you go I suppose. In summation, a nice way to start a long weekend and a superb way to begin the spring season. I wish i had a better floater.

Gentleman's Dub Club - "Emergency"

Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All: Tyler Creator - "Yonkers"

The Froglight: Nature's Original Fleshlight