Snakes of Eden Update

I just thought I would let everyone know that "Snakes of Eden" were on the VH1 show "Daisy of Love." They were only on the first show and were kicked off.

My current landlord is in a local rock band. I decided to look at his pics on facebook. He only has 4 pics and wouldn't you know one of his pics is of him with "Snakes of Eden". WEIRD!!!!!!!

I'M MOVING

Okay don't get too excited. I am not moving back to Ohio yet. I have decided to stay another year in sunny California. I have been looking for a new apartment closer to work for months. I have had the hardest time finding a place that I can afford, in a decent neighborhood, closer to work, and that comes with a frickin' washer and dryer. I guess people in Cali don't mind going to the laudromat but I've been over that since my college days and hated it then.

In late April, I found the perfect place. It was in Hermosa Beach (3 houses from the ocean). I couldn't see the ocean but from the street I could hear it. The only negative is that I would have to park on the street and parking by the beach in the summer and on weekends can be almost impossible. I submitted the application and the witch (and trust me I am being extremely nice) couldn't get my credit score because I have identity theft protection. All she had to do was call a number, press a few buttons, and VOILA! But NNOOOOOOOOOOOO! Long story short, she didn't do it, yelled at me for getting her in trouble with her boss, and I was heart broken.

You know the saying all things happen for a reason. Well it has come around full circle and given me a big hug! I decided to look on Craigslist in the wee hours Saturday morning. I saw a posting. Looked good. I emailed the lady. I woke up about 8am checked my email. She told me to call her. I called and left a message. She didn't call back. Oh well! But wait...Monday morning I received another email stating that she had accidentally given me the wrong phone number. I called her, went to see the place, and it is mine. It is wonderful! It is on the beach and has a washer and dryer. It is $300 more than I am paying now but I think it's worth it. If I go out onto my balcony and turn my head to the left I can see the OCEAN! I am planning on moving the week of June 21st. My new address will be:

211 Yacht Club Way Apt. 201
Redondo Beach, CA 90277

Don't you love the name of the road. It sounds so beachy! If anyone wants to come and visit let me know!

Snakes of Eden

Okay so Julie and I saw the Sunset Striplets aka Snakes of Eden at Griffith Observatory a few weeks ago. Julie saw a preview for a new show on VH1 called "Daisy for Love" and who is trying to win the affection of Daisy... that's right! The Sunset Striplets!!! It turns out they are from Sweden and everyone thought they looked like girls. HAH! I'm not the only one that did a double take. I feel like Julie and I knew them way back when...

TV Land Awards

Hello Everyone,

Last Sunday I went to the taping of the TV Land Awards. It is airing right now 4/26/09 8pm. The award show was at the Gibson Amphitheater at Universal Studios. I had a great time and saw many celebrities. Here is a list of the celebrities that walked in front of me.

Neil Patrick Harris- Hosted the award show (got a picture of the back of his head)
David Faustino- Bud Bundy- Married With Children
Tim Allen- Home Improvement

Richard Karn- Al Boreland-Home Impovement (got his picture)

Alex Kingston- Dr. Elizabeth Corday- ER

Kellie Martin- ER and Life Goes On

I hope everyone is doing well! Love ya,

Emily

Star Studded Afternoon

Julie came out to visit me on April 4th. We are having a great time together. We went to Laguna Beach (Orange County)on Sunday. On Monday, we went to Redondo Beach Pier and saw a young beached seal. We think he is okay. We did some research and found out that they like to sun themselves and sometimes their mom goes out looking for food from 2 to 24 hours. Today we went to J. Paul Getty Museum. While we were there we saw Cedric the Entertainer. Julie and I were walking into the North Building and I saw this guy talking to a guard. I looked at him and then said to Julie, "I think that's somebody famous.... like Cedric the Entertainer." Julie tried to get a look at him but only saw his backside. Once Cedric left she asked the guard if that was him and he said "YES!" Then we decided to go to Griffith Observatory. It took us about 1.5 hours to go 21.5 miles but it was worth the drive. It started to get cloudy (not good observing weather) and we had to drive around to find a parking spot. We finally found one and started to walk to the observatory. I noticed this compact murder black car with spray painted gold tires. On the car it said "Snakes of Eden" but I thought it said "Shakes of Eden" but then I got it. There were 5 very interesting people piled in the car. Julie and I went on our way and later saw the interesting people from the car in the cafe eating brownies. I thought the 3 blonds were girls but as I looked closer I realized only a man could have arms like that. Julie and I couldn't believe our eyes. First Cedric and now a band called "Snakes of Eden aka Sunset Striplets" were in our presence. Julie tried to take a few pictures but once again only got their backside. I had to search for this pic online. I thought it would add a little something to my blog. WHAT A GREAT DAY!!!! I will keep you updated on the rest of our vacation together. P.S. My mom had partial knee replacement surgery today in both her knees. She is doing well. Please keep her in your prayers. Thanks!

Beautiful California

I haven't taken the time recently to go to the beach or see the ocean. Well today after school, I went to Palos Verdes. Palos Verdes borders the southern part of Redondo Beach. It has beautiful views of the shoreline, Santa Monica Bay, Downtown LA, mountains, planes departing LAX, and the Pacific Ocean. I couldn't believe I could see as much as I did. This is the first time I stopped at this lookout. It was very hazy so the view wasn't the best but still very enjoyable. I took some pictures and sat on a rock. I felt so relaxed. I hope you enjoy the view as much as I did today.

P.S. I had to watch my step. There weren't any guard rails and one little slip... and KERSPLASH!

Just another day!

Well I'm finally writing another blog. It just doesn't seem like I have anything interesting to share. I am starting to get attached to my students. There is one boy in particular. Every time I walk into the room his face lights up. I feel so blessed that I can make that kind of impression of someone else. He always gives me a big hug and wants to sit next to me. I consider him my biggest fan. I am starting a fan club in case any of you want to join. LOL! Anyhow, today he just couldn't stop giving me hugs. His hands were all over me. I would put his hands back in his lap and say "Keep your hands to yourself." Well speech time was over and I was walking the group of kids to OT. On our way down there, the little boy said, "I want to touch your boobs." I wanted to say, "Just what do you think you were doing during speech." But I simply replied, " (his name) NO!" Biggest fan or biggest pervert? Just kidding. If his parents only knew.