Closer to Love
Remember that eye candy post about my newest musical crushes, Mat Kearney and Parachute.
It seems as though fate is on my side. Or maybe it is like field of dreams, but in blog terms…If you post it, he will come, because Mat brought his amazing voice and adorable smile to Maryland to do a show about five minutes away from my house.
He is still a relatively “up and coming” artist so he played in a very small venue. And when I say small, I really do mean small. It was maybe about as big as the gymnasium at my kids’ school, if that. It was a dream come true to see him perform in such an intimate setting since I’ve been playing his new cd on an endless loop in my car and iPod.
Look how close we got…
It was pretty amazing.
Now here is the best part…There was a moment.
You know when you are at a concert and you swear that Joey McIntyre is singing “Please Don’t Go Girl” directly to you? Oh, that never happened to you? Well, it happened to me. Or at least that is what I thought when I was fourteen and at the New Kids on the Block Concert and Joey’s eyes maybe glanced in the direction of me and about a thousand other screaming, lunatic girls for a millisecond.
This time I have witnesses that it actually happened. I swear at one point in the show Mat was singing the song directly to me for about fifteen consecutive seconds. Now it may seem like I’m once again having Joey McIntyre-esque delusions but I swear that this time was different. There really was a moment. I thought maybe I was just imagining it, but my husband and my friend saw it too. I probably turned about six different shades of red and nearly fainted.
Of course, the fact that he did the same thing to about thirty other girls in the audience does not make this moment any less exciting to me. Oh no. Trust me, when I lay my head on the pillow tonight after I finally come down off this high, I will be having sweet Mat Kearney dreams.
As I was recovering from my moment, it occured to me that if Ryan Gosling were to do something like this at his Dead Man’s Bones concert that I would probably never be able to compose myself again, ever.
You know those people you see at concerts that cry and look like they are about to have convulsions right there on the spot? I’ve never understood what makes them carry on like that. Take, for instance, this girl at an American Idol taping a few years back about to lose her shit over David Archuleta (at least I think that was who she was going nuts over):
Yeah, that will be the way I will look forever and ever if Ryan were to pull any sort of eye contact stunt with me. Mark my words…it won’t be pretty.
So, I feel like I need to document how I looked pre-Gos-concert.
Me and my friend Shelie happy to be within ten feet of Mat Kearney:
While I’m on the subject of Ryan (sorry Matt, but I got off on a Gos-tangent and I need to complete it), I feel the need to inform you all that he is now on Twitter. It is his band’s account so the updates my not be from him directly, but it is the closest thing I have at this point so I’ll take it.
And while I’m recommending people to follow… here is Mat Kearney’s twitter as well.
Sorry to get off topic…back to the concert. To sum it up in one word: FANTASTIC! If Mat Kearney is playing a show in your neck of the woods, I would highly recommend going to see him.
I’m curious…what was the best concert you’ve ever seen?
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See You Soon
This was the scene today at my house.
Clothes and suitcases everywhere. Packing, packing and more packing (and my cat did his normal lazy routine, but that is nothing new).
We leave for the Florida Keys first thing tomorrow morning.
I’m hoping to see lots of these:
And drink lots of these:
Mmmmmmm…Key Lime Pie Martini….heaven in a drink.
There may also be some splashing around in the surf…
Oops, how did Ryan get in there?
Anyway…I’m bringing my laptop but I have no idea if I will be sober enough to type at any point during the week, so this may be the last post for awhile. Or I may do some drunken blogging. We’ll see…
Either way, have a great week~see you soon!!
Vroom Your Room
If you asked me what I’d like to be doing at any given moment, you might hear me say sitting on a beach in Maui reading the Twilight series over again, dancing under the stars on a rooftop in NYC with Ryan Gosling, or waking up with my family in the dream suite of Cinderella’s castle in the Magic Kingdom.
I can assure you that the one answer you will never hear would be, “I sure would like to be cleaning my house right now.”
I know there are plenty of people out there who find joy in keeping their houses clean and tidy, but I am not one of those people. Don’t get me wrong. I like the end result of clean and tidy, but I just don’t like the actual cleaning it part.
It isn’t that I like to live in total chaos, but finding the motivation to keep things company ready at all times is just something I’ve never been able to do.
I’m always on the lookout for products or solutions to simplify the whole cleaning up process, so when I was asked to review the Vroom Solo I was really excited.
About the Vroom…
This small, but powerful, vacuum can clean up a mess in less time than it takes to find a broom or go get the cleaning supplies. Vroom installs in kitchen and bathroom cabinets or under the counter in workrooms so you won’t ever have to go looking for it. Vroom is always there, always convenient and an auto on/off means it’s ready when you need it. And with up to 24 ft. of retractable hose, Vroom goes a long way towards making your life easier!
Vroom’s versatility makes it ideal for quick clean-ups on counters, floors, in drawers and aroundappliances. It can handle every surface of your home, from floor to ceiling. Pet hair, cereal,broken glass–no dry mess is a match for Vroom’s speed and convenience.
My Review
After having it and using it for a few months, here are a few of the pros and cons I’ve noticed about the system…
Pros:
-I love not having to pull out and put away my vacuum every time I need to clean up a couple of crumbs (which when you have pets and kids is like every other minute). It is amazing how avoiding that one extra step makes all the difference in the world. By the time I would have lugged out the Dyson, unwrapped the cord, and plugged it in, I could have already had the mess cleaned up with the Vroom.
-It is so simple that even my 7 and 9-year old have been using it to clean up their messes. I let them eat their breakfast in the living room (bad mom, I know) so along with that comes crumbs. Now that we have the Vroom, they are in charge of cleaning up their own mess.
-It has an extremely powerful suction to it. It is way more powerful than my Dyson Animal if that gives you any idea. I was blown away by how quickly and effectively it gets the job done.
-The hose is super long (24 feet) and will reach most of my first floor (this is because I live in a teeny, tiny house). From hair in the first floor bathroom to cat food in the kitchen, it has been a big help to me.
-It is compact so it will easily fit under a kitchen or bathroom sink. We chose to put ours in the living room so it would be in a more central spot and reach more space, but it really is small enough to hide away.
-It comes with an adjustable wand tool so you don’t have to do a lot of bending or straining when using it to clean your floor.
Cons:
-The installation was a little more complex than I was expecting. You need to wire things if you don’t have an outlet readily available under your sink (or wherever you choose to place it). They do have a link on the site for finding a dealer to have it professionally installed, but I’m thinking that would probably be an additional cost. We were able to do it ourselves, but my husband is pretty handy.
-It takes bags. I’ve always had bagless vacuums so this is a new inconvenience and cost for me. I will say that I have just been emptying the bag (which I’m quite sure isn’t recommended by the manufacturer) so I haven’t had to replace one yet. The bottom line is that although this is a con, I do think that it is a minor one and it may be just a personal pet peeve for me.
Final Thoughts:
I do want to end on a positive note and say that I have really come to love my Vroom! I will go as far as to say that I don’t ever want to go back to life without it. While I will never, EVER love to clean my house, the Vroom helps me to keep on top of the mess a whole lot better than I had been prior to receiving it.
To learn more about the Vroom and see it in action, click here.
Sincerely, McMommy
This guest blogger needs no introduction. If you aren’t reading McMommy then you really are missing out on one of the best blogs out there. Her blog was one of the first that I read on a regular basis and from the first post I was immediately hooked. She has a real unique and fun way of writing about her life that keeps me (and her many readers) always coming back for more. She is definitely a must-read for me and I was super excited when she agreed to write up a guest post for us.
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Dear Ryan Gosling,
Hi! How are you? I know you have no clue who I am, but my name is McMommy and I write a blog called The McMommy Chronicles. So anyway, one of my friends….Jen…..kind of loves you. Like loves loves you. Like probably writes Mrs. Jennifer Gosling in her notebooks and stuff. I don’t know how her husband, Brad, feels about this. But hopefully he’ll be ok with me asking you a favor about his wife. You see, I’m supposed to write this guest post for Jen as a thank you for the kick-ass guest post she wrote for me last year. Hers was so good….I need to make sure mine is up to those standards. So I thought and thought and thought……and then thought….I shouldn’t be writing this post. RYAN GOSLING SHOULD BE WRITING THE POST!!! Jen would flip. I would look like a rock star. All would be right with the world. (Well, except for you not marrying Rachel, but whatevs. One thing at a time.)
Please let me know.
Sincerely,
McMommy
Dear McMommy,
I thought Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt got divorced? Also, since when does Jen have a blog? I thought she was over the whole social media thing when she broke up with John Mayer?
-Ryan
Dear Ryan,
NOT JEN ANISTON!!! Jen of the Daily Mish Mash!!! Geez. Not every couple named Jen and Brad have to be Aniston and Pitt, you know.
So yes or no?
Please say yes,
McMommy
Hey McM,
Rude much? It was an HONEST MISTAKE. And can you blame me? I mean, how many other Jen and Brad couples do you know?
-RG
Ry,
My apologies. You are right. It is sooooooo weird now that I think about it. So anyhoo, guest post? Yes, no, maybe so? We could throw in this pic for fun:
Jen would freak her freak….it would be awesome.
-McMommy
McMommy,
Oh, I can do better than that. How about THIS????
-RG
Dear RG,
That’s what I’m talkin’ about.
Thanks for everythng,
McMommy
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Usual Suspects
Photos of a beaten and bruised Ryan Gosling surfaced on Friday afternoon.
Supposedly, he is in makeup for his new movie, Blue Valentine. That would be the reasonable explanation.
Or maybe there might be a more sinister explanation for that black eye.
I actually have a theory about who may be responsible, and so I took the time to round up a couple of suspects:
First up, Josh Lucas. I don’t think any explanation is even needed. He is my prime suspect. The rest of the list is just so it doesn’t look like I am pointing fingers when we all know that he is guilty.
Probably the only other person that would want to beat up Ryan Gosling is my husband so I’m adding him to the list.
Recently arrested for head-butting a man, I think Kiefer Sutherland deserves to be on this list.
Not really a prime suspect, but I thought my cat would look cute on the wanted poster. And I was right!!
Ok, so this is a total stretch, but you never know. It would take a belief in supernatural powers, which I totally have. I mean Ryan is making the movie with Michelle Williams so the connection is totally there.
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So, be on the watch for these suspects. They may appear innocent and charming, but take one look at that poor, sweet face up above that is battered and bruised, and you will know just how dangerous they may be.
To make your own wanted posters, visit this site. (It is very addictive. Obviously.)
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And while we are on the subject of Mr. Gosling, take a look at the card I made myself he sent me:
Isn’t he the sweetest?!!?!
Well, that about wraps it up. I don’t really know what else to say, but I didn’t want to let this milestone pass without some sort of acknowledgment.
Hope you have a wonderful Easter weekend (or Passover, etc..)!!
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*I know what you are probably thinking. What? That’s it? Where’s the sentimental list of things you’ve learned from blogging this year or what about an awesome giveaway?
Geez, you guys are so demanding.
Ok, ok… I’ll make it worth your effort to leave me a comment telling me all the ways Daily Mish Mash has changed your life for the better (kidding). I mean come on, if Ryan took the time to send a card, it is the least you can do. Leave a comment on this post and you’ll get an additional entry into my jewelry giveaway. If this sounds like bribery, then you are very perceptive. Gotta keep with bloggy tradition. 
Celebrity Look-a-Likes
In yesterday’s post, I asked the following question-
Have you been told you look like any celebrities?
When I was in high school I was told that I looked like Kirstie Alley.
Then in college after Circle of Friends came out I got Minnie Driver a lot.
I think it was the spiral perm that I insisted on getting every six months, but I guess I could sort of see the resemblance.
Since then, I don’t think I’ve been told that I look like anyone.
I’ve seen the celebrity look-a -like thing on other blogs and I thought it might be fun to try it out. Here are my results:
Pay no attention to the other “celebrities” on the list. I don’t even know who the heck half these people are and the other half just scare me.
There is only one selection that is even remotely correct and I’ve brought it to your attention above.
For the record, I know that I look nothing like Rachel McAdams. Not even close. Yet, somehow, in some twist of fate the device was able to scientifically detect the adoration of Ryan Gosling that is clearly evident in both of our eyes.
Either that or My Heritage needs to fix their look-alike machine.
Move Over Kristen Stewart
FaceinHole has added a new Twilight pictures and of course I had to insert my face into it.
Is it wrong to admit that this makes me incredibly giddy? Is it wrong to print this out, frame it and put it on my nightstand?
Wait, don’t answer that.
This Hat Is Your Hat
When I am older and I think back to yesterday’s inauguration, I probably won’t remember all the details of the day. I may not even remember the speech President Obama made, as eloquent, heartfelt and inspiring as it was.
What I do think that I will have no problem remembering is this hat:
The hat seems to be making its rounds on the internet and here are just a few of my favorite images:
Even one of my very favorite bloggers, ThreeBoys1Mommy is rockin’ the Aretha hat:
If you can’t get enough of this hat, click here.
In all seriousness, I think the image that will most stick out in my mind that captures the day perfectly is this one:
The news reporters kept referring to the millions that gathered in Washington DC as “the sea of humanity”. Each time I got a glimpse of the number of people or heard the chants from the crowd, I couldn’t help but get choked up.
To me, this picture represents our country. A new, unified country.
I’m not trying to be naive. I realize that America faces a lot of problems right now, and things may not change for a very long time, but it felt good to see so many people getting behind our new president.
There was a real sense of patriotism and pride that I haven’t seen or felt for a very long time.
And you know what? It felt great!
I think this part of President Obama’s speech sums it up way better than I ever could:
Today I say to you that the challenges we face are real. They are serious and they are many. They will not be met easily or in a short span of time. But know this, America — they will be met.
On this day, we gather because we have chosen hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord.
So what was your favorite part of the inauguration? What will you remember most from the day? Are you feeling hopeful for change? What did you think of Michele’s outfit? Tell me your impressions of everything Inauguration Day in the comments.
Hey Girl
The resolutions post is going to have to wait a bit because I have some really important news to share.
I guess I shouldn’t use the word important. It is more like mildly amusing information.
First let’s start with some GosWatch.
Someone up there must be answering prayers because a brand new site just cropped up called F*#k Yeah, Ryan Gosling and it is FREAKIN’ AWESOME (especially if you are a Ryan Gosling stalker like myself). It is like LOL Cats but instead of cats it is Ryan Gosling. Now don’t get me wrong, I love me some LOL Cats but it truly doesn’t really get any better than this.
Each day, they post a picture with a caption that starts out “Hey Girl,…” and it is just the thing I need to continue the delusional state that I exist where Ryan is my boyfriend and all is right with the world.
Here are a few of my favorites:
It’s truly the little things in life that make me happy.
Speaking of Ryan, you may have remembered the music video that he put out on Christmas day. Well, if you missed it because you were too busy doing the whole Christmas thing (shame on you!), you can go here to watch.
For those of you that actually liked the song, I just wanted to let you know that two of the songs from his band, Dead Man’s Bones, are available for download at this site. Now I admit the music is a bit on the peculiar side, but well, it is RYAN GOSLING so go now and download it! What are you waiting for?!
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Alright, so if Ryan’s music is a little too eccentric, here is something a bit more mainstream for you:
I know I just got back from a cruise so I shouldn’t even be tempted by this, but I can’t help it. It’s the New Kids on the Block for crying OUT LOUD!! And they are setting sail on a three-night cruise to the Bahamas this May. There will be special performances, meet and greets and Joey McIntyre claims that they might even be serving up the drinks. He says, “We’re not going to be drinking pina coladas, we’ll be serving them!”
That sounds like paradise to me!
Tickets went on sale Wednesday, so hurry over to nkotb.com if you are interested in stalking sailing with them.
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So I said that I needed a break from Edward and Bella but I didn’t say anything about Jacob. If you somehow didn’t hear the news, it is official. Taylor Lautner is keeping the role of Jacob Black in the Twilight sequel, New Moon!
I have to say, I really admire this kid’s determination. He has dedicated himself to changing his body to make it more like the character description (although I doubt he’ll ever grow to nearly 7ft) in the book and it seems that all the hard work at the gym has paid off BIG TIME!!
Congratulations Taylor!
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