I do what I do

spring means ¡¡Softball Season!!

2011-03-27T18:21:00.000-07:00

This year our team is coming out stronger than ever. Spring training has involved replacing carbon monoxide batteries, airing out the basement of mold and beer odors, taking down Christmas lights and dusting off our childhood baseball mitts. In honor of our local hero, Big Bob, we have chosen the team name Big Bob's Betches. He received a key to the city of Worcester after killing an armed robber at his Liquor Store by Assumption College. Get the details here.

Still working on the "getting into shape" bit, but we will put our game faces on and see you on the field.

John C. Reilly the rock stah

2011-03-27T18:03:00.000-07:00

After watching Step Brothers, everyone began using nailing it, yet nobody talks about John C. Reilly's drum performance during the performance at the Catalina Wine Mixer.

They put this scene in to obviously showcase Will Ferrell's vocal talent (not his spanish accent), but MOREOVER to let John rip it on the drums. Watch these two gems jam and really absorb the monster that is John C. Reilly.

Wake up CALLER BALLER

2011-02-23T06:41:00.000-08:00

OPEN THOSE HUMP DAY EYES with this beat mixed to Pixar's UP.

Or with Kanye and Kristen Chenowith? Yessssss.

Street Art with a Spin

2011-02-23T06:31:00.000-08:00

Street art brought to a new level: graffiti yarn.

Step it up Banksy.

Tim Brown of Manchester, MA

2011-02-16T12:26:00.000-08:00

A childhood friend is in the hospital in Denver, CO after a ski patrol accident.

Tim Brown is an amazing brother and son. Thinking of you, Tim.

Follow his surgeries, progress and recovery here.

Libraries That Spark Your Inner Bookworm

2011-02-16T12:11:00.000-08:00

Photo Essay: Amazing Libraries Around the World

This biblioteca in Colombia makes me want to lose myself in book paradise.

Evil MASTER and subordinate BATTY

2011-02-10T21:55:00.000-08:00

BATTY EXPECTED AT 100 Days Ball at Holy Cross

Retirement: A Bittersweet Biting of the Dust

2011-02-06T19:11:00.000-08:00

Renowned swimmer and Sociology major, Molly O'Brien, finished her swimming career this Saturday afternoon. With family and friends cheering and crying in the stands, I snagged this snipe shot of her with her parents.

Impressive career, honorable sportsmanship and solid physique. Girl, you made fish look like amateurs.

Marleys do the Mug

2011-02-06T19:05:00.000-08:00

These two blondes were caught "Marley-ing" at Auburn's Coffee Mug on Saturday. Don't let their matching look intimidate you- they are just a bunch of tall friendly gals who love bridging friend groups.

The Charles Manson/Rasputin figure in the background rated their look

a 9 out of 10 for blending in with Worcester and its people.

The Marleys also rank Blanchard's 101 highly, a Worcester diner with charismatic wait staff. Our waitress today suggested we join her for the local strip joint (Hurricane Betty's) women's night! It is a Super Bowl special and the seats fly (we were told to reserve seats and show up early, definitely by 6:30). If her hot orange eye shadow didn't convince us, her account of the other women clients always in attendance of the Super Bowl's annual strip show was rousing. The "Amazon" women who always sit across the stage from her hog the strippers and call for attention. I'm glad I watched some football and tv ads instead of witnessing the avid female regulars get rowdy tonight.

For all of her generous insight we left her a hefty tip, paid in all singles.

$$$$$$

Snow Workout: A Success Story

2011-02-01T13:35:00.000-08:00

Who needs a gym when it's blizzarding and there are no libations in the house?

I suggest taking Caitlin's advice and going for a hearty hike to Anderson & Breed's with backpack in tow.

PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY: Stay close to the snow banks and go before dark. They are closing early today at 6 p.m.! If you do not buy soon, price gouging is likely to occur.

Snow doesn't slow things down at the Loyola gym

2011-01-27T12:23:00.000-08:00

If you live off campus, you must be reading this and screaming, "LOYOLA GYM?!?!? Why wasn't I invited!" Off-campus residents are not granted access to the elitist exercise club, popularly referred to as the sweaty speakeasy. Therefore, we must ask the administration what their reasoning is behind this prejudiced decision. I encourage writers to submit articles to The Crusader to gain equal access for all students, regardless of their race, gender or residence location.

Walking in a Winter Partyland

2011-01-27T11:44:00.001-08:00

Snow day? It's not just wishful thinking. It's a probability.

2011-01-25T20:42:00.000-08:00

The units of the compound release "Preparing for Climate Change: Responsible Snow Day Planning".

1. Lock down a keg from Big Bob.
2. Conduct the Triple S warm-up (preemptive shovel/ sled/ snow angel stretch).
3. Arm all building exits with sand and salt reinforcements.
4. Spray boots with water repellant protector.
5. Secure at least two seasons of the O.C. (preferably 1 and 2).
6. Pool magazines, nail polishes and 100 calorie packs in each house as bartering material.
7. Research blogs, newspapers, barstool, and entertaining political articles by or about Paul Giorgio.
8. Connect to Twitter and follow all of the Kardashians (including Mason) and the Worcester Sharks.
9. ~~Print out E-res articles due Thursday.~~
10. Prepare a toast to Father McFarland.

Holy Cross's photo blog, which, as Ja'mie would say is "so totally random," is decent as well.

Up and Coming Teams to Follow

2011-01-24T17:03:00.000-08:00

-HC hockey... goholycross

-HC baseball... goholycross

you're on the radar.

Project Blue Book rocked hard

2011-01-16T09:30:00.000-08:00

PBB's first Hard Rock Cafe performance in Boston this Saturday was well received by the masses. Indulge in some of their magical hits here on myspace. Then go watch football. Happy Sunday.

Secret readers

2011-01-15T17:17:00.000-08:00

For Christmas, I wanted to send all my blog stalkers a an exclusive Essence of Annie t-shirt, but I can't blow their covers. So this one's for you, Lee Germino!

Why do parents abandon their kids for Florida?

2011-01-13T13:29:00.000-08:00

To flee blizzards in Massachusetts.

Not to worry, padres. I shoveled the pathway to Partyland, so that my guests won't be at such great liable risk.

Spend Twenty Eleven like you're in Hangover Heaven

2011-01-10T09:39:00.000-08:00

All the rage in 2011:

DOS
- Hot studly hunks dressed in formal or even moderately appropriate party attire- PSYCH! But a girl can hope. But carrying a classy handkerchief wouldn't kill you.
- Blogging is the new black.
- Punta Cana is so college.
- Nude beaches (wait, those are always in- just a reminder for you spring breakers!)
- Intramural softball.
- Molly and Annie's annual birthday FIASCO (male stripper and 10 Chelsea party not included)
- Nostalgia.
- Entry-level jobs?
- MANuary (is Mark Reeth still doing that, because I need to defend my title.)
- Champagne
- Donating meal swipes to your loyal senior buddies
- Olive Garden (Worcester's Grand Opening January 17th, 4 p.m.)
- Match.com, maybe eharmony and definitely Goholycross.com
- Pocket sized Advil and Tums

DONTS
- Friday classes. Turn your fifth week day into Freedom Friday and dress in your most American of apparel (butt-less chaps, Native American headdresses, peace pipes, Levis)
- Now that it'sour final semester everything is considered "classic", so we can retire that term, broskis.
- Vegetarianism. Meat is in. So fresh. Raw.
- Flannel shirts, unless you are a Gallagher.
- Daisy Dukes and bikinis on top.
- Parents texting their kids on Friday night to ask how the library's going.
- Not exercising. Boost your energy by, say, joining a spin class! How about one that I teach?!
- Over priced cupcakes, they're out. Fortunately, gourmet tacos are IN!
- Valentine's Day. I'm making that statement now, so when it comes around I won't need to acknowledge it.

*Disclaimer: I usually seem to be ten years ahead of the trend, so confide in me as a reliable trend setter (Like when I tried making one-piece swimsuits cool in 9th grade. And now these C-List celebs are wearing them heeey heyyyy!!

The Affleck's daughter

Snookie Snooks

Good morning, Southie.

2011-01-10T09:15:00.000-08:00

No better way to wake up alone in a Southie row house than by construction men rummaging outside the window. Thanks for lodging me this weekend Southie and friends! My morning was salvaged by a few abandoned cans of diet coke on the sidewalk. CHA CHING- keeping those babies on ice for any guests that show up at my door.

NYT releases travel tips for 2011

2011-01-10T08:57:00.000-08:00

New York Times travel section suggests 41 places to visit in 2011 AND how to spend 36 hours in Key West. Would be a darn good college spring break spot if only they had cheap rental houses, pools, beaches, bars and restaurants. But woe is me- looks like they do! I suppose all-inclusive resorts are just simply more convenient.

Real Housewives of Worcester

2011-01-07T11:37:00.000-08:00

The rumor is confirmed- In Spring 2011, BRAVO will air the SEASON PREMIERE of The Real Housewives of Worcester, based at Holy Cross. Although the houses are not CRIBS worthy, and all of the women are unmarried, the characters still consider themselves to be housewives, because they are wedded to the idea of throwing the best parties in their houses. The apartments featured will be of utmost decadence and the characters decked out in Worcester's hottest fashions (pink Timbs, patriots jerseys and Fighting Irish tatts).

The season premieres with a dinner party at a certain College Hill apartment. The housewives will head to PriceChopper to pick up provisions, Walmart's hair salon for blowouts, Tanorama for a little bronzing, and if their wallets allow, a final stop at the Shell station for some scratch tickets, to add to the thrill of being frivolous!

The gentlemen attendees will pick up beer and libations from Big Bob's Liquor Store (and take their time taking photos in the back room's refrigerator, smoke some stogies/dip for a while, maybe pop some corn) and eventually show up to the party. Then drama will COMMENCE... Tune in at the end of the January for some scary, sexy debauchery.

I've been waiting all break to reveal the claddagh tattooed to my love handle.

My hot friend, Lauren, on MySpace

2011-01-07T11:04:00.000-08:00

You GOTTA listen to her folk songs. So mellow and pretty... inspiring me to take a nap.

We can be famous together some day- she on MTV, me on Dr. Drew or Real Housewives of Worcester.

Daddio's birthday BEAT

2011-01-07T10:39:00.000-08:00

Here is Dad's 56th birthday jam from last year.

In celebrating his mere 57th (a totally less exciting year), I've resorted to re-gifting last year's gift and adding a photo accompaniment.

Additional dad praise goes to this winner... dancing to J Beebz and stealing his daughters' thunder.

Go back to the original, Starbucks!

2011-01-06T08:00:00.000-08:00

Totally bogus move played by the Euro styled American coffee king.

Perez Hilton displayed the progression of the coffee company's logo. I have a print of the original Seattle store sign in my house.

The newest Starbucks mermaid is a bit too streamlined. Anyone notice the reduction of words on the BK menu? By numbering and picturing their menu items, Burger King puts wordy descriptions and names in the grave. This marketing tactic would be helpful in the Middle Ages when illiteracy was at its peek, but it must still be useful for immigrants yet to learn American burger variations.

Does eliminating names for the use of stupid symbols remind you of anyone?

New Year's reolution: femme fatale

2011-01-06T07:45:00.000-08:00

New Year's resolution anyone? Not my thing. However, I am pursuing a new endeavor to learn some French. Once I'm well equipped, I will return to Paris and stay at the Palace of Versailles, rumored to convert to a luxury hotel in order to fund reparations.

1.) Eau de parfum = awesome smelling spray by Danika. (Perfume water)
2.) Je suis grosse = Calories are just a number. (I am fat)
3.) J'aime les oeufs avec le fromage = Eat this for hangovers. (I like eggs with cheese)

this fifties contraption was used in Hollywood to de-bloat actors' faces