Work is kinda strange. There isn’t much to do at the mo and it is really getting to me. There is also strange atmosphere at the moment, I have no idea what it is but something just feels out of place. There was an event yesterday afternoon which had me close to hysterics for a few minutes and indeed the people who I shared it with were in the same situation but not really that much laughter this week. Although it must be said that one item makes up for a hell of a lot.
Went out for a couple of drinks after work with some of the guys, grabbed some food as well but an early and quiet night in all. I’m going climbing with some people on Saturday afternoon and I’m starting to look forward to that a lot.
Found a package at my desk when I got in this morning, I had completely forgotten I pre-ordered Blade II, so another DVD to add to the must watch pile.
I’ve been listening to The Rising, Springsteen’s latest album a few times over the past couple of days. Everything I have heard about it has mentioned September 11 in some way, how much it influenced him or that it is his post 11/9 album. Listening last night I only realised how true it is. I have absolutely no idea how to explain this in words, but listen to it and listen to his words and you’ll hear it too. I like this lyric a lot, its delivered so very well. From Nothing Man:
Buy me a drink and shake my hand
You want courage
I’ll show you courage you can understand
In particular the last line, listen for it. Its delivered with this unmistakable “Don’t mess with me motherfucker” attitude but done so simply it doesn’t need anything else, you just believe it.