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With the economy being what it is, I figured there’s no better time then to beg for things by way of blog. C’mon. Don’t act like this is the first time someone begged you for something today. You are American. If you’re not, stop reading this right now! These words are for Americans only!  %^5RE*TGJ LDBFXZ Sorry. Toby Keith broke into my house and wrote those last couple of lines. I had to wrestle the laptop from him. You’d be surprised how strong someone who just learned to read can be. Especially with those freedom loving beefy mitts of his.

Christmas is approaching but if you’re Jewish, I’ll go ahead and accept Hanukkah gifts. A gift is a gift is a gift.  I accept all different forms of religious backgrounds, especially if there’s gifts involved. Again, I’m American, so what do you expect?

So here goes. In no particular order, here’s Joel’s Christmas wish list.

A JILLION DOLLARS
I’m not sure how much a jillion is, so I’ll settle for a million. That or at least enough money to where I can pursue comedy full time. Just imagine a world where people can discover high caliber hilarity like this blog, but on a national level. Wow. I know! Some might say that’s their idea of heaven. To them I say, “Stop saying stupid things like that, Joel’s ego.”

Some people might think paying for much needed health insurance is more important than pursuing comedy. To those people I say, “Stop being responsible, Joel’s not ego.”

ADIDAS SHELL TOPS
Size 14. You know what they say about guys with big feet? Not true. However I do wear enormous socks, so that’s good for giant sock makers in China I guess.

LACOSTE SILVER COLOGNE - Here’s a picture of me enjoying a cup of coffee while wearing Lacoste. I like Lacoste because smelling like a d-bag isn’t always a bad thing.
AN OBAMA WIN - Christmas came early for me this year! Yay!

TWO TURNTABLES AND A PATIENT DJ - I’ve wanted to learn to spin for as long as I can remember. Even when I was a kid I’d set up plates and pretend to mix records for a packed out club crowd. This was even before modern DJ-ing had been invented! I was an innovator then too! In all seriousness I would love to learn to DJ so if there’s a patient DJ out there, feel free to contact me. What’s that? Of course I can pay you because I’ve got a jillion dollars now. Didn’t you see that first part?

A WORKING iPOD -My iPod isn’t that old, and was a gift, but last month the headphone jack screwed up and I only get the left channel now. Strawberry Fields sounds really weird when it’s not in stereo. It’s gonna cost ninety bucks to fix. The people at the Apple store were nice, but not very helpful by way of free repair. What? Yes. I expected a mulit-billion dollar company to fix/replace my four year old iPod for free. Was that unreasonable? Answer? Apparently.

A VIDEO OF SARAH PALIN BEING INTERVIEWED WHILE TURKEYS ARE SLAUGHTERED BEHIND HER [CLICK HERE] - Another sweet and early Christmas gift. Thanks father Christmas/Captain Hanukkah/Some Other Dumb Jokey Sounding Entity!

Part of me feels bad for Sarah Palin. Which part? I don’t know. Probably the part that also feels sorry for Britney Spears. It’s the part that makes me feel empathy for attractive women with little to no brain activity. I call it the Schiavo division of my brain. Too soon?

I have nothing against Palin. I’m just glad that brain trust didn’t get anywhere near a position of power. I’m not saying she’s dumb because she’s a woman, I’m saying she’s dumb because she’s dumb. “But she’s the mayor of a town!” So was Marion Barry and Mr. McCheese. Come to think of it Mayor McCheese was probably more qualified than Palin. At least in times of crisis we could eat the mayor’s head for delicious sustenance. Sarah Palin’s head doesn’t look delicious at all. It’s probably like a croissant in that it’s hot, flaky and full of air.

I shouldn’t bash her. It’s not fair to bash someone’s grandma. Someone’s hypocritical, flaky, hot, grandma. We’ve got to get together as a nation. I understand that President Obama. I guess I’m guilty of picking on those very deserving of it.

A GIRLFRIEND WHO GETS ME - Looks like that’s happened. I’m not sure how I got an attractive and smart woman to date me, but I’m not questioning it. Obama wins. I have a girlfriend. Next up? Icicles in hell.

There’s plenty more things I want in my life I didn’t list, but I’ve been up all night battling what I can only assume is either a cold or bird flu. One of the two.

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MOVIE - Wall-E - I swear on all that is holy if Pixar doesn’t stop making movies that cause me to get a little teary I’m not sure what I’ll do. What? No. I’m not a 13 year old girl. Why do you ask?

BOOK - Memories of John Lennon - This is a compilation of stories about the genius that was John Lennon. It’s an amazing read. I’m sure someday someone will write a book about me consisting of awesome stories. Then again, I never wrote Imagine. I just write this blog so the likelihood of that happening is pretty slim.

SONG - Love Lockdown by Kanye West - This is the only song I’ve heard off his new album I like. It was better live. Here’s a link. CLICK HERE I’ve bought every Kanye album the day it comes out until now. This vocorder phenomenon is ridiculous. What is a vocorder? It’s the thing that has allowed T-Pain to have a career. It’s like the weird voice thing Peter Frampton used in the seventies.  If only Frampton had used it more liberally he’d be a kajillionare or at least he’d be able to quit his job at Starbucks.

- Joel David

Despite reports to the contrary, I’m not dead. I’m not sure where, when or if these reports exist, but I figured I’d head it off at the pass, just in case.

Still no full time job. Had one then lost it. It’s not my fault. I worked for a brokerage firm  that hired contractors to image in courthouses across the state. Well, most of the work we did was for a company that rhymes with Mesapeake. When that company began to see trouble, the first thing they did was decide to not use brokerage firms anymore. So for five weeks I had a great job. Now I’m back to not working. I have a feeling something big is about to happen for me.  Hopefully I’m right. Also, hopefully, The Secret works. So far so good. I visualiazed myself being this age with no money and no job prospects. Why I visualized that is beyond me.

I haven’t written since Barack Obama was elected. I am so happy. I kind of feel what I imagine a Boston Red Sox fan felt like when they finally won the World Series. I haven’t voted for a winner since Clinton. That was it. Until now. I cannot express how optimistic, hopeful and confident I am in the abilities of Barack Obama to be one of the greatest world leaders in history. I also cannot express how disgusted I was by the blatant racism I was subjected to in the 24 hours surrounding his election.

A lot of people have an impression of the south being racist and closed minded. It’s hard to argue with the stereotype when we re-elect proudly homophobic Sally Kern and refer to a man who is president as the ‘n’ word.  The day of the election and the day after I heard that word at least 5 times. For a nation advanced enough to put race aside and elect a man based on their believing in his ability to do the job better than his worthy opponent, Oklahomans should be ashamed of the way we act when it comes to certain issues. “Man, you know there’s a difference between black people and n——.” Really? Say that to a room full of African-Americans and see how well that statement goes over.

I know not all Oklahomans are racist. I still feel Oklahoma has some of the kindest people I’ve ever met.  We’ve got big hearts but we’ve got to stop with the hate. Whether it’s someone who loves differently than you might or someone who’s skin happens to be a different color, we’re all human. We all want to be happy and lead our lives and go about our business with the least amount of trouble in our lives. The next time, and there will be a next time, you’re around someone who’s racist, explain you’re offended and that  maybe being ignorant might not be the best way to go through life. If that doesn’t work just tell the racist/homophobic/sexist person you’re talking to wait a few minutes and go find a minority/gay person/woman and ask that person to say what they said to their face. They won’t. If they do at least you’ll get to see a good fight.

It’s also important to remember racism is learned behavior. We’re not born believing someone who’s different is bad. We’re taught that by those with the most influence on us, namely our parents. My mom and I could not be further apart when it comes to many issues involving everything from politics to religion to television shows. However, to her credit, she never instilled in myself or my siblings a sense of superiority based on our race. My parents didn’t raise me to be a bigot. They instilled a clear sense of right and wrong. It’s right to accept people in the way God created them and wrong to hate people for the same reason. Nothing is more Christ like than treating people with the respect and love they deserve. The same love and respect Christ would give. Remember that the next time you want to reinforce negative stereotypes.

Congratulations President Elect Obama and congratulations to the American people for making the right choice. You’ve restored my faith in the American ideal.

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SONG - Concerto of The Desperado by The Roots - The Roots are the most underrated hip-hop group of all time. No, I didn’t forget about Bell Biv Devoe.

MOVIE - Millions - Danny Boyle may be the most diverse director of all time. This movie is sweet and  deserves more attention than it got when released in 2004.

BEST SHOW I WENT TO SUNDAY NIGHT - Coldplay - This is the second time I’ve seen them and they did not disappoint. They are brilliant, despite what most of my friends think. At one point during the show the entire band left the stage, walked to the opposite end of the Ford Center and performed on a little stage set up in the cheap seats. They performed 3 songs there. Amazing. A lot of bands sound sub par when you see them live but Coldplay sounds brilliant. Alright. Enough about Coldplay.

That’s all for now. So what’d we learn? I’m not dead, Barack Obama rocks, don’t be racist and Coldplay is awesome. Had I said that at the beginning I could have saved you so much time. Sorry.

- Joe

Wow. Well, let’s see if anyone still reads this. I’m not sure what I expect since I haven’t updated this thing in forever. People prefer getting some sort of new material occasionally. So here’s some new material.

My roommate is moving to L.A. Thursday. This is both good and bad. I’m basically losing one of my best friends but the opportunity he’s been given is incredible. I can’t go into what it is but I will say if it pans out, it’ll be good for me too. Here’s hoping the cocaine business doesn’t taper off anytime soon. Sha-boing!

I had a great job for about five weeks. I was hired to image court documents for oil companies. I can’t say which one, we’ll just say it rhymes with “shesapeake”. Because of the fantastic direction that company has taken, the firm I worked for lost 80% of it’s customer base so myself, and everyone with my job, are now jobless. It was probably the best job I’ve had that didn’t involve me being creative. I was left alone. No one bothered me and it paid incredibly well. Thanks awesome economy!

I was driving to western Oklahoma last week when around 6:30 in the morning something struck the driver’s side window of my car. There weren’t any cars around so I’m not sure what it was. Whatever it was shattered my window, causing it to fall in on me, cutting up my arm. I wasn’t even angry. I just pulled over, assessed the situation and drove on. Let’s just say I don’t recommend having a car window fall in on you as it tends to cut up your arm. I’d like to go one month without acquiring a new scar. You hear me, “scar gods”? Part of me thinks it’s the Obama sticker on my car that caused the window to explode. Also, that part of me is irrational and prone to lend itself to believing in conspiracy theories, so I discount almost everything that part of me tells me.  Seeing as how red necks probably can’t see in the dark, I doubt that’s the case.

I’m still batting a thousand with not talking to women I’m attracted to. At the courthouse I was working at a very attractive young woman was working in the room I was in. Not only was she in the same room, but on more than one occasion she was standing right next to me. For hours at a time. I didn’t say word one to her. Come to find out, from someone with more courage than I have, she’s an attorney. She also had a laptop bag and purse that I promise you cost more than my car. I know these things because I know how to recognize brands like Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Coach. A friend of mine decried my knowledge of these statements by intimating I was probably gay. I told him it’s better to know these things so you know what you may be dealing with. Well, that is if you decide to talk to girls. I did not. She was pretty much my ideal girl, only an attorney, and also, if accessories are an indicator, fairly wealthy. Besides, attractive young blond attorneys with Tina Fey glasses and goofy cute laughs,  don’t typically date ugly poor people. It’s a fact.

Sheesh.

I’m still recording podcasts with the fine folks at 796 Entertainment. If you want to check them out you can subscribe for free through iTunes or visit podcastsdontsuck.podbean.com . They’re really funny and who couldn’t use more free funny in their life?

Speaking of free funny….

This Monday night I’ll be headlining a show at The Speakeasy in Oklahoma City. Come out and laugh at me, preferably after I’ve told some jokes and not just upon seeing me. It’s going to be fun times. I’ve performed there before and it’s an awesome room.

That’s about all I’ve got. I’ll leave the political commentary for another day.

Barack The Vote!

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Song - Regrets by Ben Folds Five off of the album The Unauthorized Biography of Reinhold Messner - One of my favorite albums. So go out and buy it, three people who read this! It gets the Joel stamp of approval!

Movie - Scream Blacula Scream  - Oh sweet Lord that movie is so bad but so chock full of funky awesome, just go buy it. Now!

Best Podcast You’re Not Listening To - 796 Entertainment’s Podcasts Don’t Suck - Go! Now! Listen. C’mon, you know you want to. Besides, you’re probably on the clock reading this so why not get paid to laugh? CLICK HERE

- Joel David

Alright. Here goes.

So much has happened. Where to begin? I’ve got full time employment again. It’s another boring, monotonous, job, but at least it pays well. It involves my spending hours and hours in courthouses across this fine state of ours. I can’t really go into to what it is I do, but I will say it’s not the worst job in the world. That’s something, right?

I am losing my best friend. I won’t say who it is, but a very good friend of mine got offered the opportunity of a lifetime. He’s being paid to move to CA and write a movie. It’s like finding out a girl you had a crush on is totally into your best friend. I’ve told some people this news and they react with, “Well couldn’t you do that?” Answer? No. I don’t have the money or the connections this person has. It’s a really odd position I find myself in. I want for him to succeed, and know he will, and on the other hand I’m pretty envious. Then again I guess when you live here and have no other outlet than this blog and some random standup shows, you can’t be surprised.

I don’t have anything against Oklahoma. It’s a fine place to live. However, it’s not a fine place to be someone who wants to do comedy for a living. I need to find an old woman who wants to date a chunky young fella whose name rhymes with “hole” to support me. Everyone has their price, and mine is around $12,000. That’s my total life’s debt. I know it’s not much, actually it’s pretty laughable, but when you don’t have it, it seems like a million dollars.

A friend if mine told me to just “will” myself to L.A. She said my problem is I’m willing it for other people which is why my friend is going. I’ve made some pretty enormous mistakes in my life, but mis-willing the best thing to ever happen to someone is one I’ve inadvertently accomplished it seems. How do you mis-will something? “Ok. Let me focus. L.A. A job in L.A. writing. A golden opportunity. Yeah. That sounds good. For who? Oh, whomever I guess. Dang. I should have been name specific.” It doesn’t make sense.

So yeah. Let’s tally up the last year…

Lost my job.
Lost my grandma.
Had ten or so more surgeries.
Losing my best friend to the promised land.

I need to will myself finding a kajillion dollars.

Moving on.

With my new job I’ve spent a lot of time in really small towns. Towns that time and social evolution have completely left behind. After a few trips to the same small western Oklahoma town I began to kind of see the appeal. If you’ve lived your whole life in a placed like that, and aren’t aware of a life outside of a town where not even Wal-Mart has found it’s way, I can see why one might never leave. It’s an uneventful but quaint existence. Not my thing, but whatever floats your small town boat. Then I figured out the real appeal.

I have an Obama sticker on my car. So as to not make this political, I won’t say whether or not it’s in support of the man. I will say I’m really nervous driving through these podunk towns for fear a member of the local Klan chapter heave something through my back window. These fears were confirmed when I heard two elderly gentleman discussing the night’s debate. Here it is.

Verbatim.

OLD RACIST 1 : You gonna watch debate tonight?

OLD RACIST 2 : Yep. Too bad McCain has to deal with that uppity —– though.

OR1 : Yep.

I just stopped and looked at them for a second. They said it with such conversational ease. Such flippancy. As though they were discussing the weather. This blatant racism brought about an epiphany. Small town America is a breeding ground for hateful racism. It’s like a pocket of ignorance wrapped in a quaint existence. There’s a reason people don’t live in small towns. Because they’re creepy and racist, which seems to be the same reason people like living there.

After that statement I played a game called “Count The Minorities”. In this one small town I’ve only seen one African-American. One. Perhaps someone should tell that guy he can leave. I’ll save him from having to live in ignorance-ville. A person can’t be comfortable there, can they? I’m not condemning ALL small towns, just the racist ones, so, take your pick.

Let’s talk Palin!

I rarely feel empathy for the Republican party, however Sarah Palin has brought it out in me. I’m sure she’s a nice lady. I’m sure she’s a good mom, but for crying out loud, is that the best the Republican party can do? It’s like someone lost a bet. “I bet I can get her the VP nomination.”  “I bet you can’t.” “You’re on!” If I were a Republican I’d be pretty upset. After eight years of Bushy, this is the best they can do? What about Bobby Jindal? He’s young, smart, and super conservative. I’m not saying I’d change my mind on who I’m voting for, but he’d definitely had made a better choice for VP than Palin.

Before you go crying sexism on me, it’s not because she’s a woman. Women are just as capable as men. I have a lot of respect for women, not because they’re women but because of their accomplishments or talents. Unless we’re talking about Angelina Jolie, in which case it’s a total objectification issue on my part solely based on her sex. Sorry.

Palin seems ill prepared for her current job as governor, let alone as a prospect for president of the United States. I know. She’s running as VP but if McCain dies in office, you can look forward to President Palin. The woman doesn’t believe in evolution, abortion, even in cases of incest or rape and also tried to ban books when she took office as mayor of Wasilla. I’m not saying she’s conservative, but she makes George W. Bush seem a tad too liberal. That’s not true.

If someone came to me and said, “I’ve got scientific proof here the sun is hot.” and my response was, “Well, I’ve got a book written before science was discovered,  that says the sun is a magic ball of made of hugs and unicorn tears.” You’d think it I was a bit off. I’m just saying if you believe God created everything, and there’s proof evolution is true, then by that rationale God created evolution. Do we really want someone as VP who isn’t even willing to entertain the thought that maybe she’s wrong? Maybe? Just a little? Isn’t pompousness fueled infallibility what’s gotten us into the mess?

Vote for who you want to vote for, but don’t vote for a person simply because of their race or sex. Don’t NOT vote for someone based on their race or sex. Vote based on making the most informed decision about a candidate that best reflects your views. Vote based on whether or not you think they’re the most competent person to hold the most powerful office on the planet.  I can respect your vote as long as  you’re making an informed decision. An informed decision based on something other than chain e-mails claiming someone is a Muslim, or even better, the Antichrist. If you can’t do that, then for the sake of us all, don’t vote.

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SONG - You Don’t Know Me by Ben Folds - Ben Folds + Regina Spektor + A Music Video Directed by Tim & Eric? It’s like God smiled on me that day. CLICK HERE for the video. It’s great.

TV Show - Fringe - It’s like the X-Files, only with a hot blond lady.

Movie - Rocky - Why not?

- Joel David

Today I start a new full time job. I can’t go in to what it is, let’s just say it’s with an organization that rhymes with “nafia”.

I’ll write more later. I know it’s been awhile, and all the e-mails I haven’t gotten is a true testament to my fan base, which from what I can tell is myself and a guy named Chekkie.

Go me!

- Joel

So much to talk about and so much of it isn’t important.

Still no job. Turns out having a degree really does help with gaining employment. There’s nothing quite like the financial strain of making over twenty bucks an hour to making just over six bucks an hour. Part time. It’s a lot of fun and I recommend it to no one.

The lawsuit is coming along, slowly but surely.

I’ve now had 32 surgeries.

Sarah Palin was chosen as McCain’s running mate. She’s really attractive. Way more attractive than Joe Biden. Too bad for McCain I don’t vote based on looks. I would be offended if I were a woman and someone traipsed out a woman and expected me to vote for her simply because she was a woman. No one should vote for someone based on race or sex, unless you’re part of the judging panel for the Ms. Filipino pageant in which case voting on both race and sex is pretty much mandatory.

I feel bad for the kid who got Palin’s daughter pregnant. You think it might be difficult to tell the parents of your girlfriend she’s pregnant, imagine how it must feel to show up at the Republican convention with your pregnant future ex-wife whose mom just happens to be running for vice president of the United States. Awkward. That has got to be bad times all around. That’s probably a pretty long flight and a record for cold shoulders being given to someone. Poor guy. I hope it was worth it. On the plus side, had his sex education included contraceptives, this kid wouldn’t get a chance at being the boyfriend to the most famous unwed mother since Mary. Well played hockey dude. Well played.

I went to my first OU game this last Saturday. That was fun. My friend and I left at halftime but not soon enough to avoid getting soaked by rain on our trek back to the car. Had he been an attractive girl and I was on a date it would have been so romantic to get caught in the rain running to our car, laughing at how ridiculous we both looked while at the same time realizing we were meant for each other because we both knew no matter how ridiculous we looked, we’d always have that moment of water logged romance. That would’ve beat what really happened which was my friend and I cursing like sailors trying to avoid getting struck by lightening. Imagination is always better than reality. Remember that kids.

Also, and this is an aside, Oklahoma has the most beautiful women on the planet. Doubt me? Go to an OU game. Case closed.

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MOVIE - Before The Devil Knows Your Dead - Brilliant movie. Also, Marisa Tomei. Nuff said.

SONG - Beverly Hills by Weezer - I can’t get it out of my head. It’s been stuck there for days. Days I says!

- Joel

podcastsdontsuck.podbean.com

I’m proud to be involved with Oklahoma City production company 796 Entertainment. 796 Entertainment is a fast growing and successful locally owned company that specializes in comedy based projects. 796 Entertainment has produced web series, live comedy shows and is currently embarking on making it’s first feature length film.

In the meantime, 796 Entertainment has ventured into the world of podcasting. You can hear the first podcast at http://podcastsdontsuck.podbean.com/ . Each day a new show will post that will help make your time at work pass a little faster by bringing you free and funny programs. Tell your friends!

Check it out and let me know what you think.

796 Entertainment’s Podcasts Don’t Suck. Free never sounded so funny.

- Joel

Again, nothing about the subject line. I’m just trying to get Google hits. We’ll see if that works.

These past few months have been a roller coaster ride of epic proportions. My grandma passed away, I got fired and I’ve had 32 surgeries. I know, I know. Enough with the negativity! I get it. Want something positive? Alright. I got to see Dave Matthews last night. That was great.

I’ve seen Dave Matthews three times. The first was with Amber, the ex. It was a good show and sitting under the stars listening to Crash with the woman you love is a great thing. The arguing on the car ride back from Dallas and the emotional disaster of a break up and resulting cynicism concerning relationships was definitely something I could have gone without, but still, it was a good show. Almost worth it.

The second time I saw Dave Matthews was shortly after Amber and I had broken up and that was super fun good times. I ran into some friends of hers and they asked me how she was. Why is it when you break up with someone you’re expected to know how they’re doing? Whatever. Anyhow it was a good show but the sound in the Ford center leaves much to be desired depending on where you sit. Still though, it was Dave Matthews so I can’t complain.

Last night however was probably the best time I’ve had watching Dave. I went with my friends, The Blacks. That’s their last name, not a racist thing. Calm down. It was at Redhawks stadium and sounded unbelievable. It was great. I realized that Dave has provided a running soundtrack of my life for a long time. Perhaps that’s indicative of my lack of coolness since apparently liking Dave Matthews equals white dorkiness but I’ve never been one to not be dorky or white. It’s in my genes I think.

Dave played for almost three hours and at no point did he let me down. I’m sure he and the band will sleep better knowing that. I’m not coming off that concert high people suffer from either. I’m talking about the kind of high where they see a great show and then for weeks on end all they listen to is that group’s music and talk about how they are their favorite band only to have that wear off within about three months. Kind of like when you were a kid and went to Jesus camp and were all fired up for the lord then you got back to the real world and realized soul saving is probably not best left to over zealous teenagers. Ok, maybe that was just me.

Moving on.

I read today where a liquor baron donated a bunch of money to a kid with a tumor. Nothing against tumor having youngsters, but I think I’m a pretty good candidate for some generosity at the hands of a billionaire. Lost job? Check. Surgeries almost exceeding my years on this earth? Check. Death of a loved one? Check. No moola? Check. I’m just saying is all. Heck, there’s little I wouldn’t do for money at this point. Don’t get any ideas if you’re a crazy pimp. It hasn’t got that bad. Yet.

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SONG - Pay for What You Get by Dave Matthews Band off of Under The Table and Dreaming - Dave Matthews Band is probably the best band ever! I’ve been to listening to nothing BUT Dave for about 24 hours now! Whoops. I’m a hypocrite. Dang. Actually this song is probably the perfect break up song. Another good break up song? That last song on Dr. Dre’s album The Chronic. The title is unfit for print here, but trust me. It’s a good one.

MOVIE - Garden State - Probably because Dave Matthew’s music makes me all sappy and sentimental. I’m so silly.

BEST PIECE OF INFORMATION I GOT TOO LATE - Paul McCartney stayed at The Skirvin last week. I’m not lying when I tell you had I not had to have surgery last Friday my good friend Matt Brown and myself were prepared to hop in my car and go down Route 66 on a trek to find Sir Paul McCartney. I have a copy of Sgt. Pepper’s on vinyl that would look so much cooler with his autograph on it. Paul’s, not Matt’s.

KIND OF DISAPPOINTING THING THAT JUST OCCURRED TO ME - The Okie Blog Awards are probably in the planning stages. I’ve been nominated every year since I started my blog. Too bad I haven’t been posting as regularly as normal because then I might have a shot at not winning again. Sure, not winning sucks, but not having a chance to not win is even worse.

COOL THING YOU HAVE TO DO - Type in caps! It’s fun! Aside from that I’ve been involved with 796 Entertainment’s Podcasts Don’t Suck. It’s a daily podcast that will start being posted this Monday. It should also be available on iTunes as well. Come Monday I’ll post the link and you can listen for hilarity! Hilarity or perhaps you’re just really weak willed and looking for a leader, in which case I’ll do it.

- Joel
www.myspace.com/joeldavidd

In an effort to nurture my lack of creativity, I wanted to post something that would be a tad more interactive than previous posts involving TK bashing or Obama praising. People get enough of that these days, especially if they know me.

If you have any problem that’s needs solving, or you’re feeling goofy, e-mail me at joeldavidd@gmail.com and ask away. I may not have an answer for you, but I can make one up. Just like every date and job interview I’ve ever been on.

- Joel