Tempus Fugate’s Place

Even for a road warrior like myself, traveling can be inconvenient. Traveling around the world to India from Seattle, you're bound to have a few hiccups.

Fortunately, I've recently discovered travel size Clean & Clear scrub and some other travel size amenities that easing my time away from home.

I'm sure they've had these things for some time, but I've been too busy to notice. Now that I know, everything is changed. The little comfort of being truly clean, feeling truly clean, has improved my mornings immensely.

On the other hand, I had to fly Air France through Paris, which is one of the most inhospitable experiences a Business Class traveler can endure.

Let's see if the trip home improves.

Loading mentions Retweet

It has been way too long since I've been home to see the family. Thanksgiving seemed as good a time as any.

Most of the family came, even the ones I like. We had lots of food, tons of laughs and only a few slap fights.

This years movie choice is the Fantastic Mr. Fox. Perfect for the little ones.

Since I've got a gaggle of babies crying for my attention, I'm cutting this post short.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Loading mentions Retweet

Thanks to poor marketing and a lousy economy I scored some last minute tickets to see Kelly Clarkson at WaMu Theatre.

The venue has all the previously mentioned shortcomings still in full effect, but it was fun nonetheless.

Pop music is always a good remedy for too much work, and Kelly is no exception.

Loading mentions Retweet

Gotta love the happiest place on earth.

Loading mentions Retweet

The ShowBox at the Market got rocker last night. Hard.

It was a really fun line-up of bands that seemed to gel smoothly to create a mosh-fest that was much appreciated. The booker for ShowBox needs a bonus for this one.

First up were the Friday Night Boys who got everyone moving and jumping and generally in the spirit.

Afterwards, the band I was most excited for, Hey Monday came out and I had to wade into the pit for dancing and mayhem. They delivered a solid set of anthems, lively stage presence and all-around an excellent show.

In my mind it was the next band, We The Kings, that stole the show. Even over All Time Low who headlined. Don't get me wrong I'm an ATL fan, but the marked improvement I've noticed over the last time I saw WTK blew my mind!

A special treat in the middle was a cover of Jimmy Eat World, The Middle. I couldn't stop jumping and pumping my fist. Along with 1000 of my closest mosh-friends.

On a seperate note, the crew of the Box and the various bands were really on it last night in a big way. They set everything up and tore it down with smooth and seamless precision that was Swiss-watch worthy. Hats off to them!

I'll get some pictures up when I can, but if you have a chance to see them (hint, hint, Jingle Bell Bash) do the needful to be there because they are worth it.

And since I'll be in India, first confirmed request will get my two tickets to JBB on the 19th. It's good to have friends in the business.

Loading mentions Retweet

Even when the crowd in Seattle is dark and attempting to be alternative, they're still fragile and almost cute.

Tonight at the ShowBox SoDo I got to see The Almost and The Used do their respective things. It was mostly unremarkable.

The hilight was being in the John while some kid was dragged out of a stall and arrested for dealing. Which should tell you about the quality of musical performances.

It was actually refreshing to hear The Almost announce that they were Christian and invite others to accept Him. Not what you'd expect in between two other bands who encouraged the crowd to shout the F word.

So chalk that one up to experience and rounding out my musical open- mindedness.

Loading mentions Retweet

After an extended absence Seattle finally was blessed with an appearance from the boys of Shaimus at Nectar.

They pulled a great crowd, doubling up as an MI reunion. I'd be lying if I said seeing the old gang didn't leave me nostalgic.

The performance of Left To Dry was a favorite of mine. Glad I got the chance to bask with them for a season.

Loading mentions Retweet

When you travel, arrange to lodge with a cool gal who is staying in an all-inclusive resort. It makes buying drink rounds a lot easier and cuts your travel budget immensely.

Loading mentions Retweet

Headed to Mexico to help some friends celebrate their nuptials. We're staying at an excellent resort that's perfect for the size of this party. It's low season so not many tourists but plenty of locals.

Yesterday we took a boat tour and did some snorkelling and zip-lines. I wasn't a fan of the ropes course, but loved zipping around on the lines. And all this time amongst the locals is really helping my Spanish.

We went out last night and had dinner at a distillery that overlooked the main strip. Everywhere were people in costumes begging candy from shopkeepers and cars cruising. They closed the road and there was a candy parade with thousands of people mobbing the buses and trucks throwing out goodies.

The food and the tequila was amazing but the balcony view for the festivities was outstanding.

We decided to take the day off and chill by the pool. Tomorrow is the wedding and then we have some ATVing and stuff. It's good to go with a big group for the activities.

I'll let you know if we get around to parasailing.

Loading mentions Retweet

It puts things in perspective.

Loading mentions Retweet