You call that a Christmas song??????

I can NOT believe that I found a Christmas song that I HATE more than the stupid "Christmas Shoe" song. But what I'm still trying to figure out is to WHY this song is considered a Christmas song? I've heard it multiple times on the holiday stations, so I know it wasn't a 1 time fluke. And the winner is..."Dear Mr. Jesus". I have not heard this song before, even though it was recorded in 1985. For those of you who do not know about this little gem, it's about child abuse. And that's related to Christmas how??? I guess because Jesus is in the title. Here are some of the lyrics....

Dear Mr. Jesus, I just had to write to you
Something really scared me, when I saw it on the news
A story 'bout a little girl beaten black and blue
Jesus, thought I'd take this right to you

Dear Mr. Jesus, I don't understand
Why they took her mom and dad away
I know that they don't mean to hit with wild and angry hands...

Please don't let them hurt your children
We need love and shelter from the storm
Please don't let them hurt your children
Won't you keep us safe and warm...

Dear Mr. Jesus, please tell me what to do
And please don't tell my daddy
But my mommy hits me, too.


And YES it is sung by a 9 year old. ARRGGGGG! 'Oh how I dislike children singing. I.E. Billy Gilman. I understand that this song has a place, but on the radio right after "Rudolph..." and before "Jingle Bell Rock", I don't think so. And my favorite part is at the end when a grown man sings back up to the chorus, quite passionately I might add. I think he was channeling Bruce Springsteen's part in "We Are The World". If you are interested in hearing this "Christmas" song you can find it on you tube. But I wouldn't actually watch the videos, just listen to the song.

P.S. I would love to hear your opinions, so feel free to comment.

New Moon

In the past I've been in the closet about my "Twilight Love". I have no problem saying that I loved the books, but the first movie was so cheeeesy, I couldn't admit to most folks that I enjoyed it. BUT New Moon was Great!!! I went to the midnight showing with a bunch of my co-workers and customers form the store. I've become pretty close to some of my customers, so much so that we hang out on the weekends. :)
Here are a few pics from the evening.

Me and Jake, I mean Taylor eating at Applebee's before the show.


Co-workers:Megan and Pat


Heather(Alice's sister) and Alice:Co-worker


P.S. In case you were wondering, my t-shirt says "Chief Swan can arrest me ANYTIME....bring on the handcuffs" :)

Subtle Sexuality

Kelly from "The Office" has created the most AWESOMEST girl group since...well...EVER!!! Properly named Subtle Sexuality, She and Erin have made quite possibly the greatest music video of 2009 if not the entire new millennium. Check it out below. But if that is not enough for you and you want more Kelly and Erin go to their band website at http://www.subtlesexuality.com/main.shtml

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Hello, Is it me you're looking for?

So, I guess I'm going to give this blog thing another chance.

How about a quick update...

I moved back home with my mom.
I quit the salon and work just at the scrapbook store. I also started teaching classes there.
My best friend got married.
I went to Disneyland last month.
My car broke down on the freeway and is currently in the shop. I apparently need a new motor, not sure yet what I'm going to do. So if you have any suggestions please let me know.

Other than that, I have had some issues in my life and I'm just working through them. I want to thank those who have prayed for me and have kept me in your thoughts. I hope to be back to myself and be in your lifes again soon. :)