Thursday, July 21, 2011
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Carmageddon Shmarmageddon!
Any Angeleno knows of the great hype that was deemed "Carmageddon," where the 405 freeway shut down a substantial section this past weekend (fuck the 405, by the way). That freeways sucks!
Well, the closure had everyone assuming that LA traffic would be pretty much gridlocked, and commuting anywhere in this city was predicted to be a huge pain in the ass.
We couldn't have been any more wrong. The freeway closure and months of warnings about it resulted in millions of Angelenos staying in or fleeing outside of town, and boy, were the streets a luxurious empty. I dared to brave the streets doing my normal routine and venturing West to hang with friends. Driving down the deserted highway (at least for LA standards) was incredibly refreshing. In a place where traffic is some of the worst in the world, Carmageddon was Awesomegeddon. There were very few cars on the freeway and it took me less than 10 minutes to get to Santa Monica from Mid-City, Los Angeles.
Everyone was wrong (I had a hint that it wouldn't be as bad as everyone said it was going to be). We should have freeway closures more often.
Here's an article about how some really cool friggin people took advantage of the closure for some fun times and an awesome photograph. I wish I could say that I did something just as daring.
Have a great week, everyone!
Well, the closure had everyone assuming that LA traffic would be pretty much gridlocked, and commuting anywhere in this city was predicted to be a huge pain in the ass.
We couldn't have been any more wrong. The freeway closure and months of warnings about it resulted in millions of Angelenos staying in or fleeing outside of town, and boy, were the streets a luxurious empty. I dared to brave the streets doing my normal routine and venturing West to hang with friends. Driving down the deserted highway (at least for LA standards) was incredibly refreshing. In a place where traffic is some of the worst in the world, Carmageddon was Awesomegeddon. There were very few cars on the freeway and it took me less than 10 minutes to get to Santa Monica from Mid-City, Los Angeles.
Everyone was wrong (I had a hint that it wouldn't be as bad as everyone said it was going to be). We should have freeway closures more often.
Here's an article about how some really cool friggin people took advantage of the closure for some fun times and an awesome photograph. I wish I could say that I did something just as daring.
Have a great week, everyone!
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
What is life without Music?
Nothing!
Here's a local, Venice-based band called The Dustbowl Revival that I am quickly falling in love with. This large collective of over ten instrumentalists offers a totally unique, vintage style of music that brings back the zeitgeist of the 1930s. If you love Django Reinhardt, you love these guys.
If this ear candy is of anything to your liking, read and learn more about them here.
Here's a local, Venice-based band called The Dustbowl Revival that I am quickly falling in love with. This large collective of over ten instrumentalists offers a totally unique, vintage style of music that brings back the zeitgeist of the 1930s. If you love Django Reinhardt, you love these guys.
If this ear candy is of anything to your liking, read and learn more about them here.
Friday, July 8, 2011
What is the Meaning of Life?
I've never been that good of a writer. As a journalist, I realize this is a problem and in order to alleviate it, I've been reading more articles, columns and blogs.
Here's a piece from one of the most inspirational Internet authors around, Tina Su. As a fellow Asian woman, I 've always felt like I related to her. Her blog ThinkSimpleNoW has always pointed me in the right direction and does a good job imposing self reflection.
Check this one write-up about The Meaning of Life. So good.
Happy Weekend, everyone!
Here's a piece from one of the most inspirational Internet authors around, Tina Su. As a fellow Asian woman, I 've always felt like I related to her. Her blog ThinkSimpleNoW has always pointed me in the right direction and does a good job imposing self reflection.
Check this one write-up about The Meaning of Life. So good.
Happy Weekend, everyone!
Monday, July 4, 2011
Happy Birthday, Ah-Meerrhh-Kuh!
Happy Independence Day, everyone! As a Filipino-American, I embrace the Islands and of course my only home, America. God bless this country! Here's a photo shoot dedicated to the Fourth. It was photographed by my good friend, V and styled by yours truly.
This part of the shoot looks more Cinco De Mayo-esque, so it's doesn't really transcend as American. The bench was kinda nasty and needed a nicer touch. Outfit is All-American though. :)
Wishing you all a lovely and safe holiday! And yes, yes I did change my Blog Title. Hope you like it. :)
Peace, love and muscle-powered cars,
Joy*
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| A salute to our soldiers. Thank you for your service. |
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| Head to knee in Forever 21, including the little camera necklace. Boots by Frye. |
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| DIY vest made from an Old Nave denim jacket. |
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| Adding some Latin flavor. What is America without culture? What is Cali without Mexico? NOTHING. |
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| Now some Asian flair. |
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| Dress from Mode Plus. |
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| America, F*ck Yeah! |
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| Wedged platforms from Bakers. |
Peace, love and muscle-powered cars,
Joy*
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