Jazzed up version of a Rush song

I'm not sure who did the song, I heard it on the Portland Radio Authority, it was a Jazzed version of a Rush song - an upright Bass, drums and piano - brilliantly done. Perhaps, I will find out one day who did it.

free money in the mail

I have been critized in the past for opening all my mail that is sent to me. Even the mail that is "junk mail" or advertising. Many of the non-for-profit organizations send you items for donations. Yes, but don't throw it away! There is money in there! The are stamped envelopes in there! Stamps are good. No matter how you utilize them. Keep the stamped envelope. Don't feel guilty about not sending them a check. They send way too many of these than is good for themselves. Instead, turn this around. Use that stamped envelope for another purpose such as mailing in your rent check, a deposit, a note to your parents. What ever you choose to do is better than throwing the money (the stamp) away. Yes, you have to put a sticker over the address so you can apply your own. But than is nothing compared to the value of the stamp itself. If you don't use them, donate them to an organization that does! There are many!!

finding work

The date of the photo is 20090121. The date of the event was actually, 20090105. I have a dessk! With a real phone, a computer, a chair and some nice people to chat with! Please call this a delayed entry, finding work.

Close to the Bourse is where I spend a lot of time now days.

There's a market (marche') at the Bourse that happens each TUE and FRI. They offer a wide variety of things from food to music to clothing. It's actually quite interesting. A word of caution! Be sure you know what you are doing! They will take your money and not be honest about it if you are not paying attention. Mr. fruits and nuts, I'm watching you.