Ok, so normally I would not review a piece of music because who the hell cares what I think and what do I know about music?  That's fine.  But if you are reading this, that means you do care what I think and I made the right choice.  I am not going to call this a review but more along the fact that I like the cd and am recommending it to you.
Anyways, on Tuesday I picked up the new cd from Finger Eleven called Them Vs You Vs Me.  I love the debut track off this album called Paralyzer as you can probably already tell because it is my profile song.  I can identify myself with that song because when I go to a bar that is exactly how I feel, very awkward.  I would love to go up to a girl and say exactly what the song says:

But, I seem to be struck by you
I want to make you move
Because you're standing still
If your body matches
What your eyes can do
You'll probably move right through
Me on my way to you

Someday I will have the balls to do so.  Anyways, the rest of the cd is a bit softer, not normally something I go after.  Many of the songs really describe what I have been feeling for the past several months, from heartache and fighting through it to trying to get back out into the world.  Other tracks that are just excellent include: I'll Keep Your Memory Vague and Talking to the Walls.  I have never listened to any other of Finger Eleven's music except for what I have heard on the radio.  If you like that song but are into a softer side of rock that has a lot of meaning I would definately recommend picking up this little hidden gem.

I figured I should post a new blog so that I don't look so crazy.  First, I want to thank all the people, friends and family, that are helping me through a difficult transition in my life, a place I never thought I would be in.  There is a lot to say about good friends that can help.  I would like to appologize to the people I have not talked to in a while and I promise you are not forgotten. 

Second, for people who do not know me, I always want to meet you!  As I said, friends are always good and I could always use more.  I will get out more once I start bringing in some money, which will be coming shortly.  I look forward to saying hi to all of you in the wide world.

Well that is it for now.  I don't know if this makes me look less crazy but it helps me feel not as crazy.  If anyone wants to talk, shoot me an email, no matter if I know you or not!

Lots of love to everyone!

Alex

Today is both a sad day and a joyful day.  Today is when I relinquish ownership of one of my most pride possessions of my lifetime.  No, it wasn't worth a great deal of money, but to me I would defend its honor to the death.  It has been a part of me for the better part of 9 years.  I don't know how I will deal but it is time to move on.  What is this magical wonder of which I speak?  Yes, it would be a 1981 Light Jade Chevrolet Malibu, my first car.  To some, their first car was some memory of a distant past.  Mine was an integral part of my existence.  This car went everywhere I did.  It got me through high school, through college, and 1700 miles to Florida.  It knows my deepest secrets and still understands me completely.  It was my lifeblood.  I am sad to see it go....
Now, I did mention this was a joyful day as well.  The baby I prized so much is now in the hands of a good friend, hopefully for years to come.  The old beast can still live and retire in the state of Florida just like many other antique Americans.  I will surely miss her but I know she will be in good hands when I am gone.  Long live the beast!!  May she be reborn again as the most Super of men, CLARK!