Mood:  crushed out
Topic: time for bass repair
Something made me pick up the phone and call my saturday customers. Yeah!, a day off. I think I'll take my bass in to Tim's Guitar and have them fix the poppin and crackin. I've been dancing around this for years. So, i got a 2000 ford f150; can't remember if i mentioned that here, but anyway, i got rear ended yesterday. Some girl said she was reaching for something and her foot slipped off the brake. I was actually the one to calm her down. I mean, what's me yelling gonna solve? When i got hit, my bumper got caved in, my hat flew off to the back seats, my radio popped out, and i blacked out for a brief moment. I did bump the lady in front of me, but she was smart and took off after seeing no damage. Yesterday, i had headaches, and felt pressure behind my eyes. Also, i could feel discomfort in my neck, and back, but it seemed to move to different areas throughout the day. This morning, i'm fine; i really don't want to go to the doctor. I had an idea to document the recording process of a new song. Why? just because. It will probably be a while before i make part 3. I just ordered two ampworks boxes, one for guitar, and one for bass, and i want to experiment with the sounds.

Mood:  lazy
Topic: another bass line
I've been asked to lay down another bass line. These are the same guys who sent me "Time to Myself" (see my "misc" section on my front page). I believe this new song is titled "geek". I'll stick up a rough draft on my "misc" page when i get the tune on disc. My bass has alot of snap, crackle and pop due to electronic issues, but the drums and guitar should cover it. I have an untitled tune that i'm ready to record; i just like to be fully rested when i record. I'm enjoying my recliner, snacks, and a ufc dvd at the moment. I did make a silly video of my low fi recording set up, see the "youtube" section on my front page. I guess i'll go and fill up the bird feeder now.

Mood:  crushed out
Topic: woah, i need a day off
I've had vehicle trouble. Yes, old blue has seen better days. I got a 2000 f150, but it seems i haven't caught up with work. I'm really not myself; i'm grouchy, and looking forward to a day off. What i don't look forward to is getting pounced on when i go do these yards today. You see, at the end of the week (especially this week), i feel rough. There are some people who wait for me, and then jump outside wanting to talk. They're all chipper, and i'm run down. I don't like this mix, and sometimes i really get afraid of what will come out of my mouth. They'll come out say something like "Oh Damian, is that a weed in the flower bed". Well, i told them that i don't get involved with flower beds, and it's not my job. They don't seem to comprehend this. If i stop to pull weeds, that takes time. Time = money, and i don't like bending down. These people pay landscapers to put in all this junk with wood chips. I hate woodchips because weeds come through, and if you try to hit them with the weedeater, they go flying everywhere. So after they pay landscapers all this money, I'll ask my customer, "who's gonna maintain that?" Nooooooo, not me. And as sure as the sun rises, it will become a jungle, and look like shit. They will then wine to me about it. What's the solution?    ..... No flower beds, That's right. Or, put the landscapers on a maintenance schedule; i mean, installing the stuff is the easy part.  Today, my advice would be to go to the mall, leave a check out, and everything will be fine. I really don't feel like myself. I need to recharge my batteries. I'd like to work on a new tune, clean out my garage, fix my garage door, sleep, surf the web, and just not start an engine just for one day. I seem to have the opposite reaction than most people when it comes to weekends and holidays. Lots of people may feel couped up, and are ready to head out for the weekend. Not me, i'm usually looking forward to staying around the house, and not driving.

i saw an ad about sending in your gold. I never wear my class ring, so i think i'll try it. I don't wear any jewelry, and don't see the point in keeping this. I picked up my camera and made a short video >> Gold Fellow << I'll make another video when goldfellow receives my ring, and i'll decide to get it back, or cash it in.

i should have another version of "shack in the grass" up soon. i wasn't happy with a few things on the first version. i'm never truly happy with anything, i just try to get close to what i imagine.

Mood:  hungry
Topic: rain, flood, yard
woah, backyard underwater.

i love rednecks, especially when they go at each other
Topic: Who is you?!

Psychotic Redneck Goes Insane on Other Rednecks

One foggy evening about 45 years ago, a brother and sister had sex. This is the result.

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Mood:  irritated
Topic: rats
I think a rat is infiltrating my truck at night. At first, i noticed that the doggie treats i left in my truck were chewed up. hmmmm. i put moth balls, and i actually saw teeth marks on the moth balls; did they/it think it was candy? They chewed through a glue bottle and a brake fluid bottle. Now for my seat. I'm guessing that i spilled a sundae in the spot, because the rat? chewed up my seat to get the remnants. In the morning, i'm actually scared to get into my truck. My cat caught 2 of them suckers. If one of those things jumps on my neck or feet when i get in my truck, you may see me in the obits; i will have a massive heart attack. lookie here at what they/it did to my seat. >

Mood:  crushed out

I read about a bear turning on a trainer. When are these dopes gonna learn not to mess with wild animals. When i piss off my cat, he'll let me know, so when the bear snapped back, a trainer died. What if the bear doesn't want to be in a movie; where's the bear's voice. The bear finally lashed back in the form of a bite to the neck, so now the bear will probably get put to sleep. I don't care to see tigers and bears in movies, cgi will do.

Wow, wesley snipes gets 3 years. This was a gift to the irs; a scare tactic. All they needed was a high profile case to let everyone know - pay your taxes! I'm so accustomed to celebrities beating the system, but I guess the IRS is not to be messed with. I'm scared now. Let's see - o.j. is a free man, and wesley snipes gets 3 years.                                                                                            

Fast Food order takers are getting baaaaad. I literally can't understand them. I don't think any training on order taking is provided. First when giving your order, you should not be cut off mid-order. Yesterday, i said real clearly "i want a grilled chicken wrap, a frosty and a large diet coke." They say "baba bo da dee uhh wha", and i have to drive up and explain to them what i want. They seem confused about the fact that i didn't want a value meal, and stare at the four pennies i gave them. 

Sky diving - I always hear about people wanting to do it for an adrenaline rush, or just to check it off the list of things to do before kicking the bucket. Well, i never was a gambler. If you don't win this game, you don't get another chance - splat. No thanks. 

I really don't feel like driving to prairieville for my lady customer this morning, can't i call in sick? I'm sore and just want to spend time on the net, and working on more tunes.

I still don't have cable and I really like the computer viewing that netflix offers. I need to find a converter so i can hook up my computer to a tv, and then kick back and enjoy. I'd say it's a bargain; 8.99 for unlimited computer viewing and one out a time by snail mail.

I have to force myself out of this chair now, hey wait, maybe another hail storm will materialize........................

 

 

Mood:  happy
Topic: perfect saturday
I need more days like this. First of all, no work today, yee hah. I started off with an early trip to wal mart; it's practically right across the street. I came across this new treat; it's a chocolate cinnamon roll. There isn't a thin layer of chocolate like on a donut, but it was packed on top. Came home to sell an edger i had on craigslist. Took my newly refurbished mountain bike for a ride. Watched a little netflix online, then headed for the back yard. I counted 32 doves in my backyard, and i also have 3 black squirrels. I worked on a drum track for a tune, then put in a disc and a pizza in the oven. I discovered a small site that will let you upload unlimited songs (that's what i've been seeking for the longest time). Anyway, i opened an account there > http://damiankidder.fuzz.com/  . I spent alot of time staring out the windows. In this room, i'm surrounded by trees, and it's real calming/peaceful. Sometimes doing nothing is great. I tried an internet search for my first band mates, but came up empty. Years ago, i heard that mike (drummer) died, and now I want to know the story, and find out how the other two guys are doing; tragically, i cannot remember their last names. What are the chances that someone reading this knows them? If you knew Mike (drummer from Brusly), or know Jason (bassist form Brusly), let me know. I just took a pic of my cat cage. It's a dog pen i got from a customer, and i put chicken wire on top. Anyway, shakey is in the cage (hard to see), and the mom jumped on top to chase a lizard.

Topic: pandora
just found a neat site for listening to radio over the net > pandora.com < You can pick an artist, and a station will be created with other similar artists. You can vote on the other artists by clicking "guide us" under what's playing. You'll get the artist you searched for, then 3 or 4 similar ones, then back to the main artist. It also looks like you can find friends who like similar music. It's free too. I also like the site because of it's layout, very light and easy.

Mood:  sad

My Uncle doesn't have much longer to live, and I was lucky enough to have a nice visit with him recently. He has colon cancer and has wasted away, but still likes to crack jokes and mess with me. He used to be alot larger than me, and i almost didn't recognize him, but we had a good day in the country. I'm probably my heaviest in this pic (one too many chocolate turnovers that morning).   http://pseudosun.smugmug.com/photos/235914350_wRdNT-M.jpg

Mood:  surprised
Topic: new tune shortly

i finally got a new computer for 298 at wal mart. i've had something that my brother in law put together for me for about 4 years. he's now in houston, so when in walmart sunday, i just put this thing in my basket. it's a big improvement; i couldn't stop laughing when i was watching my ELO dvd on my new computer. I still have my old monitor though.

these latest home invasions scare me a little bit. I mean kicking down doors and tying people up?; in Baton Rouge?; in Sherwood Forest and Broadmoor? I'd like to think that the offenders knew the victims before hand, because it would be scarier if it was random. I have practiced my plan. I have a .22 bolt action with one in the chamber. All i have to do is grab it from my shelf, flip it on fire, and fire. If i can make it to my back door, i'll flee to my lush backyard with rifle and cell phone in hand.

I will have a new tune up shortly titled "long time comin". It's a folk fusion ditty, i guess.

Topic: brick head
man tries to break window with a brick, but it bounces back. The reporter (foreign) cracks up > http://www.toxicjunction.com/get.asp?i=V4037

Mood:  a-ok
Topic: woman tasered

I like it when women get tasered. click the download link > http://www.nothingtoxic.com/media/1200364062/Annoying_Bitch_Gets_Tased_for_Being_an_Annoying_Bitch 

What is it with these idiots who go hiking and get lost, or skiers getting covered with avalanches, etc.? They view rescue as their back up plan, but lately these fools aren't making it out alive. Why don't the dummies wear some sort of radio tracking device?

 

I have some new song ideas, but as always, i probably won't get around to recording them. If you don't already  know, songwriting isn't a choice. When i least expect it, songs happen while playing, but i really don't like writing lyrics. o well, i'll probably record a few new tunes in the next year. I'm trying to put real drums to some oldies, and it's very hard to say the least. I don't want to rerecord, because i feel that the vox and guitar captured something in that time period that i may not be able to reproduce. I'll sacrifice drumming perfection for emotion i guess.