Kookie Karma

Alright, I am ready for details about this crizazy weekend. My drive down to Honey was really very uneventful. I left very early bc we were going to the early show at the 9:30 club in DC to see Matt Nathanson… or as I refer to him MattyNay. Ingrid Michaelson and Melee opened for him. Ingrid wasn’t great and Melee was only a little bit better. Honey liked them but I wasn’t into them at all. Patrick and April met us there. Which was nice, I haven’t seen them in quite a while. Matt came out on stage and looked as adorable as he ever has. I miss him already. He was amazing. The only thing that was annoying was that he kept having to stop to tune his guitar. I understand that he wants to save money were he can, especially bc he is with a new small record label but it very distracting that he has to have it EXACTLY right in tune. I think maybe it’s time to get more guitars or higher a guitar tech. But it really isn’t such a big issue bc he’s just so darn cute. He played a lot of the new stuff that I love. After the show we were waiting amoungst the late show WallFlower fans. Thank goodness for Patrick’s sharp eye bc otherwise we would have missed MattyNay. Patrick saw him get into the waiting van, but the rest of the band didn’t even see him, so he was sitting there waiting. I went right over to the van deciding whether to knock or not, but mid knock MattyNay turned and saw me. I gave an innocent wave and he was surprised that someone was waiting for him. He opened the doors right away and I gave my “GET THE HELL OVER HERE NOW!!” wave that Patrick was NOT understanding. So when he opened the door no one was there and “Pooh Pooh” Came out of my mouth. MattyNay hugged me and said “Hey! It’s so great to see you. Thanks for coming to the show.” Finally Patrick, April and Honey came over and everyone hugged MattyNay. Honey had a few presents for him and he gave her an extra hug… LUCKY!!! It was really hot, bc he pulled her into his arms by putting his hand on the back of her head. It was good stuff Mary Sue!! We were able to take a picture with him all together bc he was running late. You could tell he wanted to get out of there. We talked about MSG and he said that it was amazing to play there. And that was really pretty much it. It was so short but at least it was…

We got home at 10:30pm, which was awesome bc I was soooo tired. I didn’t get much sleep at all the night before watching “Soldiers Girl” and the rest of my TV. We ate an awesome kick ass sandwich and talked about the Shnay. I slept for 10hrs that night and it was great. I was so well rested for our trip to Baltimore. I have just a quick note about “Soldiers Girl” with Lee Pace. Lee Pace plays a transgender entertainer who falls in love with a soldier at a military base. It’s based on a true story and is really devastating. Lee Pace was amazing in this. He really was so believably as a woman. It really messed with your head that he was making out with a guy.

The next day we were able to go to Target, Kohls and Staples. We headed to Baltimore and it was a really easy drive. We had dinner by the bay. I love the water and eating by the water. It’s really very relaxing. Before we headed to “Sonar” to see Mute Math this homeless man asked us for money and when we said no he said, “Bitches”. Which Honey and I shook our heads and said “ya, pretty much.” Then not less then 10 feet another homeless person harassed us. It was very weird. But Honey said now that we have that out of the way we are going to have a great night and she was right.

Once on line to the club the security guy came around checking IDs. When he came around to us he was saying that his sugar was low, so I remembered that I had some cookies in my bag. “I have a cookie.” He couldn’t believe it and I gave him one. Then he asked if I had some milk. “Don’t think so. Sorry.” He was so appreciative and every time he saw me that night he thanked me for the cookie. I became the “cookie dude.” In the venue which was dank, dark and had a small stage Honey and I leaned against some pillars near the back. Eisley opened for Mute Math and I was thoroughly bored. Finally Mute Math came out and they freakin blew me away. They are known for there live shows and I see why. It was amazing. Paul Meany (lead singer) was flipping all around the stage and over his instruments. He plays a mean Keytar. And at one point he went into the audience and let the fans play the keytar. Then went back to the stage and the keytar made it’s way around the front of the audience then back to Paul. It was insane. Next time we are so in the front!!! The drummer was crazy also (Darren King). He was really phenomenal. They just turned the place inside out.

After the show we headed to the bathroom. Then I realized that maybe I should steal something from the stage as I always do. The last set list went to the kid next to me. Then there was a drumstick that I totally tug of wared with the same kid and I won (of course). I shamed him into letting go. Being that he got a set list and I didn’t and no I did not want to trade!! I made my way to Honey with my prize and she was shocked that the kid didn’t get punched!! It was too much. I saw the security guy that I gave a cookie to. I triumphantly said, “Look!! I got a drumstick!!” He looked proud and said, “It’s bc you gave me a cookie. It’s Cookie Karma!!” Honey and I both laughed bc we were both thinking the same thing.

When we were outside I saw Paul Meany across the street and ran over to him, I asked if he could sign the cd and he said that he was going to come out and sign and do whatever soon. So I asked (nicely!!) how long he was going to be bc we needed to get home. And he was so nice and said that he would be 2 minutes he just wanted to dry off. It really was a short wait. When it was our turn to meet him he remembered me from a few minutes ago and was so sweet. He took pics with both Honey and me, really everyone. He introduced himself to everyone and got everyone’s names. It was so cool of him. There was a van full of church kids (they used to be a Christian band) and he stuck his head into the van to say hello. It was so cute. Did I mention that he has excellent hair!!?? Bc he really has excellent hair. I even told him that he has excellent hair.

Once we were home I was in a really weird mood pointing out every single thing that was annoying or different about everything on TV. “She’s ugly, the direction of the camera is different, look at his pants, she almost naked, he needs a haircut, his acting is awful, why didn’t they just make her British?!?!” Finally I started laughing bc I realized how annoying I was being. The sleep came and all was good.

The next day we went to see “Across the Universe” with the hotness of Jim Sturgis. Who reminds me so much of a young Henry Thomas. Sturgis has a band and I look forward to stalking him a bit. Bono was in the movie and was completely ridiculous. But the rest of the movie was rather good. Weird at some parts but I would give it a B-. We hung out at Starbucks and talked and wrote some stuff; Then dinner (sushi) and off to the next concert. The normal drive to 9:30 club usually takes 20 minutes. This night it took over an hour. There was some sort of Homecoming for Howard University, which caused horrendous traffic. We would have gotten there quicker if we walked. Mid car ride I started to not feel well at all. Finally when we got there we were able to get close parking, but I had Honey go in b4 me. I think I will just skip to seeing Nathan and his girlfriend, Sara. It was nice to see him. He’s very nice. Nathan is over 6 feet tall and we stood in the front so the Stars totally saw Nathan the whole time. It was an amazing show. I don’t know their stuff as well as everyone else, but it didn’t take away from the show at all. They were all amazing. They were fun and jubilant. They make you feel like you are part of their family when they are on stage. Torquil came out for one song and wore a jacket covered in lights. It was very cool, very Bono.

After the show Nathan got a set list bc he’s taller then everybody and he caught it when it was thrown. Everyone was screaming out, “I want, I want, I want.” I saw a kid that had the last Set List, somehow I made eye contact with him. And said “please can I have the set list.” He looked right back at me and pointed and said yes. Everyone was trying to grab the set list but he made sure he directly handed it to me. We said goodbye to Nathan and Sara. Honey and I decided to stay only for a bit bc the bus was right on the side. We were sitting and waiting. I saw the guitarist and had him sign my set list. Then after a bit I saw the kid who handed me the set list. As he passed me to get onto the bus, I called, “Thanks again for my set list.” He pointed at me and said, “wait there 2 minutes!” Honey was like, “what was that about?” and I thought well maybe he’s going to bring me something, a drumstick, or a guitar (ya right!!). When he came out of the bus he said, “come with me.” Honey was up b4 I was. I didn’t understand what was happening. I was almost jogging behind him and he turned back and had a huge grin on his face. It dawned on me what might be happening so I caught up to him and linked arms with his. “Are you taking us to meet the band?” Grinning even more he said, “Yup!!” I tried to look back at Honey but I knew that I would lose it if I really caught eyes with her. He led us to the back of the club, through a door, up some stairs, then poof we were in THE BANDS DRESSING ROOM!!! I was shaking. I could not believe what was happening. Owen was the “kids” name, who turned out to be the bands tour manager!!! He took me right over to Torquil and it was like I was meant to be in the dressing room, liked I belonged there. I told Torquil that I loved him in SVU and he told me that he made Marishka cry in that scene. Honey came over and we all started talking. It was amazing. We got our pictures with everyone separately and then Owen took a picture of the guys in the band on the couch. OMG!! I was totally freaking out the whole time. Silently talking to Honey with our eyes and smiles!! We were both beside ourselves. We hung out with them for over an hour. We could have stayed until 3am (when their bus was leaving) but we didn’t want to overstay our welcome. I asked Amy if I could steal a champagne bottle and she said of course and quickly emptied it for me. We were offered refreshments and other assorted things that we shall not really mention. When Amy offered I said we don’t do that and she said “good!” and proceeded to suck the “apple refreshment.” I was on the couch with Evan talking about stuff and it was crazy. When were saying goodbye it was like they almost didn’t want us to leave. I hugged Owen and thanked him so much. I went to Amy to thank her and re-tell her that she’s awesome. Then I said goodbye to Torquil and he kissed my cheek. Then I went over to Evan who was sitting on the other couch. He was going to shake my hand, and I said, “No, no. You need to stand up and give me a hug.” He smiled and said, “alright since you are the only one who knows my name.” Then gave me a hug. The whole night was ridiculous!!! I couldn’t believe that it all happened. I’m still in shock. When we left we totally screamed on the way down the stairs!! They are some of the nicest people in the whole world. They are so down to earth and normal. I love them for having us and I can’t wait to see them again.

I was really not feeling well the next day so I didn’t go home. We just bummed around, got my pictures developed and watched a movie. That was pretty much my weekend.

Breaking news: Hugh Laurie wears a rug on the show!!! Who knew!!?? And though I am sure everyone knows: Dumbledore is gay!! Can you believe that?? I always wanted him to be with McGonagoll.

I have really become obsessed with Facebook. I love all the superpokes. You can throw cows at people and that’s just funny.

In other news: Dave Matthews’ label, ATO Records, are in talks with Radiohead to become their American label so they can distribute music here. HOW COOL WOULD THAT BE??? I mean Dave must be shitting his pants. I really hope this happens for both of them. Dave once wrote an article for “Rolling Stone” about Radiohead. He said that they made him feel sick with jealousy bc they are so good and he isn’t. I was in shock. I had no idea that Dave loved Radiohead like that. So for his sake I really hope this works out for him.

TV update – I am no longer watching Bionic Woman. Congrats to Pushing Daisies for being picked up for a full season. Sorry to Viva Laughlin after only 2 episodes the show has been canceled. I am interested to see when, how and who they are going to bring to the remake of Life on Mars.

Thanks to Honey for an awesome weekend. I can’t believe that we were in Stars dressing room. CRIZAZY!! Owen where ever you are thank you for being awesome and recognizing real fans!!!


Arwen hiding from the gas company guy. She stuffed herself in blanket and poked her head out. She is such a sweet girl.

Until next time…….