Wow, I apologize for the major lack of updates.  A month can go by quickly, even when you have nothing to do. Let’s see if I can recap.

New Years Eve went well. A friend and I saw Ghostland Observatory at the Showbox (Sodo). I had a really cute outfit. I was all sequin-y

The 31st was also my last day at work. My contract ended and my boss didn’t want to hire me full time. It seemed like my team would really miss me. I miss them too.

So I’ve been without work for over a month now There’s always an need for a receptionist, or secretary, or admin but most openings don’t pay enough. If the pickin’s are still slim in February, I may buckle and go after a position that pays less.

BUT, in my spare time I’ve been knitting like crazy. I frogged my Tree Jacket that I started back in 2007 and started it from scratch. It took 20 days but I finished the whole thing and made mods to it so it fits wonderfully. I cast on 100 stitches for the neck (to fit my giant head), and decreased quicker for the sleeves so they were more snug. I’ll try and take pictures soon.

I’ve also been keeping busy with concerts.

I took Zac to see Video Games Live at the Paramount. We went to a yummy French Tapas restaurant, Entre Nous, with another couple that were going to the show. I had awesome Parma wrapped asparagus and a pork serloin in some kind of creamy awesome sauce.
The show was ok. It wasn’t worth what I paid for the tickets though.  A symphony orchestra and choir played music from classic and new video games. There were a few breaks in the show for a Guitar Hero contest and a Space Invaders contest.

This week has been super busy.
Wednesday I saw Black Light Burns at ElCorazon. It was amazing. It was so cool to see Wes Borland in a small venue. He is crazy on stage and only had a little make up on (not like the LimpBizkit days). I got to shake his hand at the merch table on my way out.

Thursday I saw Matt & Kim at Chop Suey.  I had only heard a few of their songs  online, but I liked what I heard. They have so much energy on stage! Matt will stand on his piano stool and play at the same time. And Kim will jump on her bass drum and shout their songs. It was also Matt’s birthday and he showed the crowd an awesome robot cake that a fan brought him.
Champagne Champagne played before them and they sucked. I just can’t get into local rap groups. There’s not much else to say about them.

Friday I saw Mark Farina at Neumos. He was really good! The DJ before him was so-so. But there wasn’t much of a crowd to see him so maybe he just wasn’t in the groove. But Farina did an excellent job!

Saturday a friend and I went to the Mercury. I’ve finally become a member and can bring guests with me. It’s such a different experience from a normal night club. They keep the douchbags out and it doesn’t feel like a meat market.

Today is Waffle’s 1st birthday! Atleast her adoption paperwork says that she was born Feb. 1st. She certainly doesn’t  look like a puppy anymore (even though she acts like it). I keep telling her she’s the birthday girl today but I don’t think she totally gets it, hehe.

I hate being stuck inside all day but I have a few trips coming up. I get to go to Victoria for a day and check out Zac’s ship. We’re also planning a weekend trip to Portland. I’ve never been in before (which is sad since I’ve been in Washington all my life). I got some travel books from the library and have lots of things planned out. I can’t wait.