I've been digging up old recordings, and found some really cool stuff. I can't wait to make a comp. Since I have the day off I think I'm going to lay down some vocals on some old and new songs. Posted by Amanda : Tuesday, January 20, 2004, 1:09 PM

The new year has started, a chance for new beginings, a time to put old ghosts to rest. I am looking forward to new experiences, new challanges, and making it through another year. My best and warmest wishes to all the people I've known, to my friends & loved ones, and to all the people I haven't met yet. Resolution - to look for the best.... in all people, in all aspects of life, and in myself. happy belated new year- amanda Posted by Amanda : Monday, January 05, 2004, 5:26 PM

How's this for later.... Lot's happening here. Working 2 jobs, getting ready for X-mas, learning to play some keys. Fa-la-la-la-la La-la-la-la. Posted by Amanda : Tuesday, December 16, 2003, 5:33 PM

Thanksgivivng was nice, lots of food. I'll update later. Posted by Amanda : Monday, December 01, 2003, 8:50 AM

What a crazy night last night was. Sorry to anyone who may have been offended. Everything is ok now. Hehehheh Posted by Amanda : Sunday, November 23, 2003, 3:16 PM

Wow! Posted by Amanda : Wednesday, November 19, 2003, 6:24 PM

Music/art/film link for the gals! http://www.ladyfesttx.org Posted by Amanda : Tuesday, November 18, 2003, 4:01 PM

Very cool music forums! www.garagepunk.com Posted by Amanda : , 3:59 PM

Hey there, just got done posting some nice things about [DARYL] on thier messageboard. They are having a show at The DoubleWide in Dallas on the 15th (this saturday). I just might be there. Check the [D] site (message board) for info. As for me I'm hangin' at the casa, and thinking about needing a band. Just some people to jam with on a regular basis would be nice. Posted by Amanda : Wednesday, November 12, 2003, 7:25 PM

YAY!!!!! I just talked with the operations manager at Guitar Center.... I GOT THE JOB!! I'm so excited I had to post! Posted by Amanda : Wednesday, November 05, 2003, 4:51 PM

good morning.... i guess. Is it good, and if it is, what exactly makes it good? Sometimes I wish I had a private journal... but there is no such thing. If I had a private journal someone would read it. That is why I am so glad I have my music... it is my only true outlet. Something no one can touch or see. Something purely from my own confused, crazy, and creative mind. Posted by Amanda : , 8:31 AM

Happy Halloween! Posted by Amanda : Friday, October 31, 2003, 12:41 PM

Good morning, and such. It is the most beautiful morning, well at least where I'm at. The golden sun shining, cool clean air, gentle breeze, leaves turning & falling all around. The squirrels are playful & getting themselves prepared for winter. This is exactly the kind of day you pack up your things & go on a camping trip. I need to be with nature. I'd like to go out camping and spend three days in the woods, just me, the animals, the bugs, pencil and paper, and my guitar. Posted by Amanda : Wednesday, October 29, 2003, 8:26 AM

What a morning..... 4am a crazy loud noise wakes up the whole house.... then silence and a tiny meow. The new kittens are here. So I got up totally tired to search the place and find out where the noise is comming from... I go upstaris & find a tiny newborn kitten on the 14th step. I almost stepped on it, but I picked it up & resumed my search. I couldn't find mama cat, and the little baby was cold. I went into Madi's room and was looking around, and she woke up too. Soon we found the mama cat in a dark corner, and put the kitten down by her. Moments later the rest of the litter came, a total of 3 kittens. At about 5:30 am we all hopped into the car to have breakfast at the Waffle House, where some old men made fun of Chris. We watched the sunrise as we drove back to the house. By this time it was 6'ish. Chris went back to sleep and I got Madi ready for school. 7:45am the phone rings, it's Janet saying good morning & we are out the door and off to school. We get there a little early and wait in the cafeteria until the bell rings, then I take Madi to her room and talk with Mrs. Thompson (her teacher), we reschedual a conference for 7:45 am tomorrow morning. And here I am, writting to noone in particular about my morning. Now it 's time for me to wash my uniform & begin getting ready for work.... ahhhh sleep will be good tonight! Posted by Amanda : Monday, October 27, 2003, 8:42 AM

This is what I call a modern 40's look. For this look you will need : a comb, 1 rubber band, 3 bobby pins, curling iron or a few sponge rollers. 1. Part hair in middle 2. Section front part of hair. I make a part from the middle part down to the ear. 3. Twist hair until tight, wrap it like a bun, and pin it. (leave a few whisps of hair in front and sides for a softer look) 4. Do the same on the other side. 5. Pull remaining hair into a pony tail. 6. Curl dry hair with a curling iron or roll damp hair in sponge rollers. 7. Take a small chunk of hair from the underside of ponytail twist & wrap around ponytail holder, pin it. 8. Finish off the look with your favorite hair decor. *HOW TO MAKE FLOWER PINS Items needed: 2 bobbypins, 2 silk flowers Push bobbypin into the part of silk flower that connects to the fake plant. Add a little super glue into flower to secure it, let it dry before trying it on. This is so easy, and cheap, but does not work with all silk flowers. I suggest taking a bobby pin to garden ridge or your fav place & taking silk flowers off fake plants & trying them on your pin. Posted by Amanda : Thursday, October 16, 2003, 4:25 PM

I'm starting a new section on my website soon.... Hairstyle Of the Day! It will have instructions on how I do them, and a photo. Posted by Amanda : , 3:46 PM

hello there... what a peaceful day.... I have the house all to myself and & totally enjoying it! ahhhhh sipping on hot tea & playing guitar... does it get any better? Oh, if you haven't seen them yet, please SCROLL DOWN TO SEE THE MOST RECENT PICTURES!xoxo-amanda Posted by Amanda : Saturday, October 04, 2003, 12:51 PM

And a good morning to ya from Madison! Posted by Amanda : Wednesday, October 01, 2003, 8:39 AM

New pictures! The last one looks like something from "The Blair Witch Project" hehehh. Hope you enjoy them! b&w11.jpg; color2.jpg color12.jpg sepia6.jpg b&w8.jpg; blairamanda.jpg Posted by Amanda : Saturday, September 27, 2003, 6:18 PM

I took Madi to her first skating party monday night, we had lots of fun, even though I fell and busted a blood vessel in my right hand. It really doesn't hurt, but my body is still sore after 2 days. Madi is a great skater! It didn't take her long to get the hang of it, but she did fall & bust her butt a few times. All in all it was a blast, I had forgotten how fun it is to skate. Posted by Amanda : Wednesday, September 24, 2003, 7:38 AM

I'm feeling a bit better today. Paid off some debt, cleaned/rearranged the house, and ready to relax for the rest of the day. Posted by Amanda : Sunday, September 14, 2003, 6:17 PM

a little more awake now. all out of coffee....what to do.... what to do. Posted by Amanda : Wednesday, September 10, 2003, 7:13 AM

I am so tired I can hardly keep my eyes open. The brightness of the screen is too much for me to take... I'll write later. Posted by Amanda : , 6:43 AM

wow is this a beautiful day or what? This morning Madison & I went for a walk/bike ride. Along the way we stopped by her school & played on the playground, and then headed to the corner store to buy a drink. After we rehydrated ourselves we went on a nature hike. We hardly broke a sweat. After our exploration we went back to the house and had a picnic in the shade. Then we played in the water & relaxed outdoors for a few hours. Now it's time to get some housework done & update a little. What a great & wonderful day... enjoy it! Posted by Amanda : Saturday, September 06, 2003, 3:37 PM

Official Site of Duke Ellington Posted by Amanda : Friday, September 05, 2003, 7:24 AM

aahhhh friday... what a relief! I am looking forward to having some days off. I am imagining all the fun & relaxing things I will be doing this weekend. I just rediscovered how much I love Duke Ellington. So I am imagining myself relaxing by the pool ( if it is warm enough), listening to Duke, sipping on some sort of cold drink. Ahhhh sounds good huh? Posted by Amanda : , 7:23 AM

I spoke too soon... now I feel the sickness comming. It starts right in the spot where the nose & throat connect. Ugghhhh GERMS!!!! Posted by Amanda : Thursday, September 04, 2003, 7:10 PM

the time on my blog is wrong.... my clock says it's 8:42 am. hmmmmmmmm Posted by Amanda : , 8:47 AM

*yawn* I like being the only one awake in the morning... it is so relaxing it makes me want to go back to sleep. Chris & Madison are sick with what seems to be a cold. I haven't gotten it...... yet. So now I have learned all the modes and am currently learning more about triads and chord construction. It's nice to realize how much I already knew, and to finnally know the correct chord names. For example, instead of saying...."you know, that B chord?!?" I know it is a Bm7. I still have a long way to go, but I am enjoying every minute of it! Posted by Amanda : , 8:46 AM

How can people stand to work 5 or more days in a row without a day off inbetween? Now I know why people go crazy. I'm going on day 4 & I wish I hadn't messed with my schedual. I miss being off work on wednesday, friday, and sat. Blah I'll quit bitching & hope someone will pick up my shift today! see ya later Posted by Amanda : , 7:26 AM

Uggghhh! I HATE WORK! Thank goodness I'm home now. Posted by Amanda : Wednesday, September 03, 2003, 2:52 PM

it's a sleepy morning. Posted by Amanda : , 7:08 AM

I'm so excited about learning guitar theory. I am only breaking the ice on it. Learning the modes is a good way to start. I have learned Ionian, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, and today I start practicing Aeolian. I impress myself with how quickly I am learning. Chris is very proud. It's going to be great when I can sit in with the big boys & totally blow them away! Posted by Amanda : Tuesday, September 02, 2003, 8:28 AM

Good morning! On the agenda : update, take Madi to school, practice scales, get ready, go to work. Optimism is my word of the day. See ya later... time to prepare the munchkin. Posted by Amanda : , 7:37 AM

awesome! chris hooked me up the blog.. Now it will be more convinent to update! Posted by Amanda : Monday, September 01, 2003, 7:22 PM

this is my weblog, welcome - enjoy Posted by Amanda : , 9:22 AM