Thursday September 14 2023

 

Waking up bright and early at 9:30 a.m.

 

Breakfast Bar. Tea.

 

Rebecca and I head to the warehouse for an interview with WAVY TV 10. They’re doing a segment on the ELO band. We all get dressed up and pretend to rehearse with a few questions from Regina Mobley.

 

 

Later on, at Rebecca’s we’re both tired.

 

Catching up on business.

 

Eggs. Spinach. English Muffin. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Grabbing Mr. Shawarma’s for dinner – a VB spot just opened up in Hilltop.

 

Then, Modern Day Warrior practice. I help get them geared up for the Sandler show.

 

Back home. Chilling out on the couch napping.

 

At some point I just get to bed.

Wednesday September 13 2024

Waking up around noon.

 

Cereal. Tea.

 

At the Rec working out.

 

Eggs. Spinach. Bagel. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

Jon Caparelli has been taking a few voice lessons with Rebecca. We get the chance to catch up cause we haven’t seen each other in years.

 

Making Pasta for dinner.

Watching Atlanta.

 

I walk over to Rebecca’s to catch up on a few things and visit with her cats – they’re really cute.

 

Taking a bike ride to the oceanfront and back.

Tuesday September 12 2023

Waking up around noon.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

At the Rec exercising.

 

Getting groceries.

 

Eggs. Spinach. Bagel. Vegan Breakfast Sausage. Coffee.

 

Teaching a few lessons.

 

Black Beans, Salad, Kale, Quinoa, and Garlic Bread.

 

Catching up on business.

 

At the studio practicing songs.

 

Monday September 11 2023

Waking up around noon.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

At the Rec working out.

 

Eggs. Kale. English Muffin. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Salmon, Salad, and Five Guys French Fries.

 

At the warehouse doing an ELO rehearsal with Ron, Kevin, Nigel, and Rebecca – just running the set and dusting off the cobwebs.

 

 

Stressful talks afterwards about some band drama.

 

Ice Cream.

 

Catching up on business.

Sunday September 10 2023

Waking up super late after 1 p.m.

 

Cereal. Tea.

 

Catching up on everything.

 

Chores.

 

Eggs. Salad. Bagel. Vegan Breakfast Sausage. Coffee.

 

Later on, meeting up with Ron and Nigel at Nigel’s house to have an ELO business meeting.

 

Black Beans with Kale, Veggies, Quinoa, and Garlic Bread.

Watching Champions (2023).

 

At the studio organizing things and practicing some songs.

 

Really craving some ice cream but no grocery store is open this late. I revert to 7-11.

 

Chores.

Saturday September 9 2023

Waking up around noon.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

At the Rec exercising a little.

 

Errands.

 

Eggs. Spinach. English Muffin. Coffee.

 

Driving over to the VB Smartmouth for the Take Back The Beach event. I’m playing in Bamm Bamm with Josiah and Josh, along with Raise Hell Over the Summer, Hippie Love Party, and 95leo. It’s been raining all afternoon and continues to drizzle while I load in gear. There’s bubbles, people on roller skates, dogs, and plenty of pizza and beer to go around.

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We didn’t get to finish the last three songs cause something weird happened to Josh’s foot – two of his toes went completely numb. He never wears shoes and he was using a different kick pedal. Rock and roll!

 

 

Later on, we gather a small crew to hang out at the infamous Banque. Brittany Mahig and her friend, Allyson, Rusty, and Lily. We make our way through the main dance hall – watching all the cowboy dancers on the bright lit stage – then into the back karaoke bar. Sipping on cheap overly sweet cocktails and beers – watching people go up and having a good time. I get up and do Float On. This one guy kept telling me, “Dude, you sound just like him!”

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After last call we get kicked out – congregating outside by an empty bridal shop next to Big Lots while the parking lot lights flicker ominously. It’s fun hanging with Brittany – we never really do that. The plan was to get out to the afterhours bar PJ’s. But the bouncer wouldn’t let Brittany in cause she forgot her ID. No big deal – probably for the best. I drive us back to Hilltop and drop her off.

 

On my couch back home falling asleep.

 

Friday September 8 2023

Waking up at 11:30 a.m.

 

I have an appointment at the DMV to get antique plates for the truck. And I’ve never had a more quicker and streamlined visit here. I was in and out in maybe 5 minutes.

 

Riding my bike back and forth to Music Makers. Nigel finally got tickets for Modern Day Warrior to sell for The Sandler Center show.

 

PB&J Bagel. Coffee.

 

I’m here and there at the studio helping deal with Addy’s virtual lessons and a few of Willy’s in person guitar lessons.

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Letting these nice reggae dudes into the warehouse to rent rehearsal time.

 

Bangkok Garden for dinner.

 

At Ringo’s for Bamm Bamm practice with Josh and Josiah – we run through the set and fine tune some of the new songs. Afterwards, I brought a basketball hoop to install, which creates a lot of entertainment.

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We also get into some deep conversations about relationships and life.

 

Thursday September 7 2023

Waking up around noon from a memorable dream about seeing a giant clam in a beautiful scenic spot. I might’ve tried to open it up but struggled. There’s some symbolism regarding secret emotion.

 

Cereal. Tea.

 

Catching up on business.

 

Getting my haircut – organizing some things at Music Makers.

 

Eggs. Bagel. Spinach. Salt n Vinegar Chips. Coffee.

Watching Painkiller (2023).

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Helping Modern Day Warrior practice.

 

Black Beans, Bok Choy, Carrots, Quinoa, and Garlic Bread.

 

Catching up on business – playing with Elvis – chores.

Wednesday September 6 2023

Waking up at noon.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

At the Rec working out.

 

Eggs. Spinach. Bagel. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

Afterwards, catching up on business at the front desk. Meanwhile, Thomas is here putting on a new drum head. Rebecca talks shop with me.

 

Grabbing groceries.

 

Pasta, Salad, and Garlic Bread for dinner.

Watching Painkiller (2023).

 

At the studio practicing songs and writing.

Tuesday September 5 2023

Waking up at 11:45 a.m.

 

Cereal. Tea.

 

At the Rec working out – really starting to get into a more consistent routine now.

 

Eggs. Kale. English Muffin. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Grabbing groceries.

 

Ramen Noodle Dinner with Garlic Bread.

Watching Painkiller (2023).

 

Catching up on business.

 

Chores.

 

Practicing music.

 

Popcorn.

Monday September 4 2023

Waking up around noon.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

It’s Labor Day. Nothing much different happening in my world. Catching up on scheduling and business.

 

Eggs. Bagel. Spinach. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Practicing songs on the guitar.

 

Dinner: Edamame with Rice, Veggies, and Garlic Bread.

Watching Zone 414 (2021).

 

Still feeling a little weird from last night. Struggling to understand the misunderstanding.

 

Finishing mixing down the Ladada harmonies – feels good to finally complete those.

 

I care too much and I try too hard.

 

Going for a late night bike ride to the oceanfront and back. Enjoying the beautiful night breeze and music.

 

Popcorn. Pineapple.

Sunday September 3 2023

Waking up next to Brandice – her dog Juniper consistently lies in every which-a-way anywhere on the bed. Kind of sleeping off and on.

 

Seeking out food we take a walk in the hot sun blessed by temporary shade as we pass under trees – watching people work on their garden and landscaping – kids drawing with street chalk.

 

Sitting up on the second floor of Yorgi’s enjoying some breakfast sandwiches. Familiar tunes keep coming on the overhead speakers – really good music. It’s a nice view from up here of the Norfolk streets. I’ve been really enjoying our conversations – we just seem so open to talk about most everything.

 

Continuing our jaunt down Colley. She retrieves her bike she had locked up somewhere. Then, we decide to check out Packed House, a new second hand shop that just opened up. There’s a really cool knitted picture of figure skaters that I can’t pass up.

 

At some point I end up back home. Cleaning up and catching up on things.

 

Napping.

 

Pasta, Kale, and Garlic Bread for dinner.

 

At Ringo’s for Bamm Bamm practice with Josiah and Josh. We’re getting tighter on some of the new tunes we wrote.

 

After that, I decide to drive to Taphouse with hopes of sitting down to work on some computer stuff. And maybe I’d see some people there. But they’re closed I guess cause of labor day. On a whim I drive over to Brandice’s block – I texted her to see if she was home – just wanted to say hello but things got a bit weird. I park my car and just as I did I see her walking Juniper with a guy friend of hers. Later on, she explains that she wasn’t comfortable with anyone just showing up at 1 a.m. I’m a little baffled at first but I can understand how this appears. I really had no expectation here. I figured I just saw her earlier today and we hung out all last night. Maybe I got too comfortable? Either way, I apologize for the intrusion.

 

Back home sitting on the couch in my living. While Elvis curls up next to me I reflect.

Saturday September 2 2023

Waking up around 11:45 a.m.

 

Breakfast Bar. Tea.

 

At Music Makers watching the front desk and tweaking some things while Jake teaches some afternoon lessons.

 

PB&J Bagel. Coffee.

 

Catching up on work at the computer.

 

At the studio organizing some things and practicing.

 

Edamame with Rice, Onions, Kale, and Carrots.

 

Driving out to Norfolk to hang. There was a show at Chicho’s that Josiah went to – I was gonna go but it’s too late to make that. Instead I end up at Taphouse. I hang out with Aaron and his new friend DeAndre at the bar – talking about how great the Motown playlist that we’re hearing is. Brandice and Jenni show up later on. Congregating on the patio over shots and beers – I stick to my newfound love SeaQuench Ale. Meeting another guy named Robert – we’re both stoked on this and buy each other drinks. With all this good music playing I’m feeling good – feeling super hazy and sloshy but wonderful.

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Last call. Then, suddenly its 2 a.m. Obviously, not driving home. Brandice and I start to walk to her place. We pass a single scooter and decide it’ll be a good idea to take it tandem. These two guys from Chanello’s observe us struggle to balance on the thing.

“My girlfriend and I did it once. You can do it!” they encourage.

At some point we figure it out. She takes control of the handlebars. I hop on, wrap my arm around her, and we take off! I’m literally standing on one leg most of the way. All I can do is trust her as we bob and weave around tight turns cutting through the cool nighttime air.

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At her apartment now. Jenni meets us here with chips and bean dip to share. Juniper, the dog, gives us plenty of entertainment in the kitchen. More music. More drinking. More animal love.

 

At some point Brandice and I end up lying down on the couch – friendly cuddling. Jenni leaves eventually.

 

We move upstairs to the bedroom and pass out on her king size bed. I don’t feel anything sexual at the moment and have no expectations for anything like that. So we cuddle some more then go to sleep.

Friday September 1 2023

Waking up around noon.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

Catching up on business.

 

At the Rec working out.

 

Meeting with a couple of retired guys that will be renting out the 104 space. Then, running a few errands. Annoyed at the post office’s reputation for long lines.

 

Eggs. Spinach. Bagel. Coffee.

 

Chores.

 

Running more errands – catching up on work at the studio.

 

Pasta and Salad for dinner.

Watching The Pope’s Exorcist (2023).

 

Back at the studio recording the last of some harmonies for Ladada songs.

 

Popcorn.

Thursday August 31 2023

Waking up around noon. It’s rainy outside and unusually kind of chilly.

 

Cereal. Tea.

 

Catching up on writing and business at the computer.

 

Eggs. Spinach. Bagel. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Dinner: Beans, Fish, Salad, Rice, and Garlic Bread.

 

Taking a chair nap.

 

Catching up on business.

 

At the studio working on some things.

 

Feeling a super crave to eat for some reason. Maybe my dinner wasn’t filling enough?

Popcorn and Melon.

 

Wednesday August 30 2023

 

Waking up around noon.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

At the Rec getting a good work out in.

 

Eggs. Spinach. English Muffin. Coffee.

Watching Winning Time.

 

Teaching some lessons.

 

As I’m about to leave from Music Makers I notice Addy pacing on her phone in the lot. Apparently her car potentially got stolen from the Discount Tire place next door. She just got two new tires and they said they were going to leave it out with a key under the mat. And now it’s just gone! So I tell her to just ride with me so we can pick up my car at another shop and she can just borrow the truck temporarily. (The next morning we’ll find out they left the car in their garage bay and forgot to tell her.)

 

Grabbing some Tofu Pad Thai real quick for dinner.

 

Driving out to Norfolk for practice. On the way they’ve got the interchange ramp from 264 to 64 blocked up. My windows are down and I can smell burning rubber. Apparently there’s a fire. So I detour to Military Highway.

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Meeting up with Josiah and Josh for Bamm Bamm practice. Every single song is like super tight for some reason. We got the rough patches out from last Monday’s practice. We discover the green stuff slows the boys down and Josh tends to play songs super slow. So from now save the Jane till after.

 

 

While taking a smoke break Josiah informs us it’s a Super Blue Moon tonight. That might explain some of the craziness going on.

 

Afterwards, I link up with Aaron at Taphouse briefly for a beer. We can’t seem to remember the name of this ska band from Nags Head we used to play with way back in the day.

 

 

We were gonna hang with a small group but it ended up just me over at Brandice’s place. Her and I have recently become acquainted through Sasha and friends. She’s actually really chill and super cool. I’m just trying to make connections and have no intentions of anything romantic here. Its funny cause just across the street is where Sasha is hanging out with her homeboy. Brandice’s three legged dog Juniper and black cat Luna lounge on the couches while we rap about things – learning about each other – as the rain gently taps on the windows and trees out front.

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During the conversation I come to some conclusions about myself – just how I feel like I’m going through an existential change in my way of thinking and in my way of life. I wanna enjoy things more and not feel trapped to constant responsibilities – or really I just want to allow room in my life for relaxation and fun.

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Talking about how dynamics either change or come to light in relationships after some time and that is usually the downfall of them. Sasha was married for a long time and got divorced. Brandice was married for a few and got divorced. I was with Ana for 9 years. Pets are involved. And things get messy. But being here in this Norfolk apartment of someone I just met is a new experience that I want to open up more of in my life.

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At some point I depart. It’s about 6:30 a.m. and the whole city has awoken on the road. Busses and cars hustling down the street while the rain continues drizzling.

Tuesday August 29 2023

Waking up around noon.

 

Cereal. Tea.

 

Catching up on business.

 

At the rec getting in a good arm workout.

 

Eggs. Spinach. Bagel. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons.

 

Getting inspired and working a new song.

 

Chicken Dumplings with Salad, Cauliflower, and Noodles.

Watching Atlanta.

 

Chores.

 

It’s such a perfect night out. Fresh rain had just fallen maybe an hour ago so the air is rich with humidity. I drop off my car to the 17^th Street shop and ride my bike.

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At the studio working on this song some more.

Monday August 28 2023

 

Waking up around noon.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

Catching up on business.

 

It’s absolutely raining cats and dogs out – flooding is more than usual. Driving to the Rec to get a workout in.

 

Eggs. Chard. Toast. Coffee.

 

At Music Makers teaching lessons.

 

Black Beans, Sardines, Rice, Baby Broccoli.

 

Driving out to Ringo’s for Bamm Bamm practice with Josiah and Josh. We gotta get ready for a show coming up.

 

Sunday August 27 2023

 

Waking up around noon.

 

Cereal. Tea.

 

At Music Makers putting things back together after the ballet class is done. Then, working on some business stuff at the front desk.

 

Running errands.

 

Eggs. Chard. Toast. Coffee.

 

Considering how nice of a day it is I take the basketball to the Lynnhaven Middle School courts and shoot around. A guy nearby wants to play one on one. Great exercise. He wins two and I win one.

 

Getting ready for a night out. I meet up with Aaron Lachman at this Model Citizen pop-up at Crudo Nudo. Newly acquainted friend, Brandice, invited me to check it out. Sasha is here too socializing with all her friends. Most of these people I don’t know. But Aaron and I have a little pow wow time catching up on things enjoying cocktails and amazing food.

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Later on we migrate over to Taphouse – hanging out on the patio. Since I treated Aaron to cocktails he treats me with beer. Familiar faces crawl in and out of here. At the bar I notice Sasha walks in. I’m glad she showed up. We get into conversation sharing stories and talking about songwriting, Nashville (she’s supposed to move there soon), her love for The White Stripes, and eventually some boy issues. Someone she’s been dating the past three months was at the pop-up but was really dismissive with her all night. I can really see a sadness in her eyes amidst the alcoholic haze she’s in. I do really feel connected to her.

 

 

Well beyond last call and after everyone leaves we’re still sitting there. Parker, the bar tender has on some Adult Swim cartoons on the TV. As we get ready to leave Sasha realizes she can’t find her keys. We find them sitting in her driver’s seat with all the doors locked. She gets stressed out about the whole thing cause she just wants to go home. Honestly, probably a good thing this happened cause there’s no way I was letting her drive. I call up Aaron to help out cause he’s got AAA. Meanwhile, she’s adamant about walking to this guy’s house. I’m determined to stay by her side until she’s somewhere safe. We walk a little bit before I end up driving her down the street to dude’s apartment but he hasn’t responded to her calls or texts at all so I don’t see this going well. But she’s confident he’ll let her in. I leave her there cause AAA is now at her car. Aaron and I handle that – the guy pulls out all these tools and opens the door – keys retrieved! Then, I just had a gut feeling to drive back to that apartment. We find her passed out on the steps. Goodness. I scoop her into my car and we get her home. Fumbling with the keys I get her up to the 6^th floor and make sure she’s good. A cute white cat with orange spots nuzzles on my legs. I pour her a cup of water from a Brita sitting on the counter.

“You deserve the best! Take it easy on yourself,” I tell her as we share a few hugs goodbye.

 

I drive Aaron back to his place. We talk about how crazy it is hitting our 40’s and just kind of being aware of how different things are now compared to where we saw our future selves. What an interesting night.

Saturday August 26 2023

Waking up after noon.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

Today is a busy day of errands for me.

Dropping off my car at Jamil’s shop over off Little Creek in Norfolk. He lends me a car too while he works on mine. Checking out one of my favorite thrift stores, Thrift Store City down the street. This song “Smooth Operator” by Sade comes on the radio while I peruse, followed by the Ghostbusters song. It’s just another world in here. I found this awesome Jaguar hand bag made in the Philippines probably originally sold by JC Penny.

 

Meeting a few guys that may potentially rent the warehouse space or the 104 space.

 

Helping Thomas get his new $4,000 drum kit set up in the studio. Meanwhile, I reorganize some things.

 

At Ringo’s, the storage unit, adding in a shelf and vacuuming the carpets.

 

Then, picking up my car at Jamil’s shop.

 

Kroger.

 

Finally home. Making Pasta for dinner.

Watching Heart of Stone (2023).

 

Back at the studio practicing songs on guitar.

Friday August 25 2023

Waking up around noon.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

Doing some business.

 

At the Rec exercising.

 

Eggs. Bagel. Chard. Coffee.

 

Suddenly, Gabe messages me about a last minute slot for Ladada to play the East Coast Surf stage tonight. Somehow we manage to get Bobby to commit but Wes is stuck working. It’s great cause our friends in Berries and Community Witch are already playing as well. I ride my bike there with book bag and bass strapped on my back.

 

 

There, it’s just a big party. They’ve got a pool dug out right on the beach with all kinds of drink vendors and Coastal Edge. Meanwhile, Gabe is organizing things back stage. Edwin happens to be running sound. Weird gig but a good time! It’s nice hanging out with the Berries crew – both of these bands are like our sibling bands.

 

I walk Bobby to his car – we recap the show and talk about some of the inner workings of the band.

 

Later on, I ride up the boardwalk and relax on a bench for a while catching up on footage. I observe an older couple standing in the middle of the boardwalk facing the beach holding each other for at least a whole 30 minutes. They never let go even after a gang of kids sped by on hoverboards and after two horse cops marched past. I don’t know why but it was a little inspirational to me. I won’t forget them. I’m left wondering what their story is.

 

 

Thursday August 24 2023

Waking up around noon. Feeling extra sore from yesterday’s workout.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

Sticking around the house catching up on business and scheduling.

 

Eggs. Spinach. Bagel. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Playing guitar.

 

Dinner: Pasta with Salad and Garlic Bread.

Watching Insidious: The Red Door (2023).

 

Ice Cream. Green Tea.

 

At the studio practicing some guitar – been stuck on this “Baby Please Don’t Go” song.

 

Popcorn. Mango.

Wednesday August 23 2023

Waking up around noon.

 

Cereal. Tea.

 

At the Rec working out.

 

Eggs. Spinach. Bagel. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons.

 

Quick dinner: Black Beans, Tuna, Baby Broccoli, Carrots, Rice, and Garlic Bread.

 

At the storage unit for Ladada practice, well sort of. Wes is absent but Josiah, Bobby, and I talk about the future of the band. Meanwhile, we become the re-arrangers – clearing out some corners in the room so we can open up areas.

 

Popcorn.

Tuesday August 22 2023

Waking up around noon.

 

Oatmeal with Cinnamon, Blueberries, and Almond Milk. English Breakfast Tea.

 

I decide to take it easy this afternoon. No gym. Picking up some groceries from Whole Foods. Catching up on business.

 

Eggs. Kale. English Muffin. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons at Music Makers.

 

Pasta for dinner.

Watching Insidious: The Last Key (2018).

 

Chores. Playing with Elvis. Green Tea.

 

At the studio recording some harmony tracks for Ladada songs.

 

Then, a late night bike ride.

Monday August 21 2023

Waking up super late.

 

Protein Shake.

 

Exercising at the Rec.

 

This guy Brad had a band of Veterinarian eye doctors renting out the 104 space this whole weekend. I settle up with him and clean up the room.

 

Eggs. Spinach. English Muffin. Coffee.

 

Teaching lessons.

 

Pink Beans, Tuna, Rice, and Salad.

Watching Winning Time.

 

Catching up on business.

 

At the studio practicing songs on guitar. Trying to get my voice back in shape singing solo. I can’t get this Tiptoe Tulips song out of my head while I ride my bike.

 

 

Corn Tortilla Chips.

Sunday August 20 2023

 

Waking up super late knocking off a bit of a hangover.

 

Cereal. Tea.

 

Catching up on things at the computer. Emails. Stuff.

 

Chores.

 

Eggs. Spinach. Bagel. Coffee.

Watching Atlanta.

 

Running some errands. Stopping by Trader Joe’s for groceries but also to drop off some mail for Ana. I also found these old pictures of James Graves that I wanted him to have. We chat for a bit there. And then Amelia also. I actually exchange a few words with Ana surprisingly, not much though, except for a comment about the frozen mini French baguettes. We’re kind of on mostly text communication terms but only here and there.

 

At Music Makers playing the guitar – doing some prep work for a gig in October.

 

Late night bike to the oceanfront and back.

Saturday August 19 2023

Waking up around noon.

 

Taking dad and his wife Patty to the VB Flea market over by Three Ships and 19^th Street. We peruse around then grab some brunch at The Pink Dinghy – haven’t eaten here in forever. Always love the atmosphere.

 

Then, we drive over to the beach to link up with Rebecca and her friend. We walk around in the blazing hot sun but it’s not too overbearing.

 

Back at the house – I pull out some old picture boxes to show dad and Patty. We try to recreate a shot of me as a little boy lying on my dad’s lap.

 

 

Later on, I get ready and drive out to Norfolk. Ladada is headlining a show at Taphouse with Arms Bizarre and Feminine Death. We’ve kind of had a show hiatus this whole year – haven’t been very active. Besides the washed out sound on stage it translates well to the audience. This kind of place only really mics the kick drum and vocals. But my dad, his wife, and Rebecca make it out. Brittany was able to run a little merch for us too. Dave Allison joined us on stage for the “Act of Love” song. He rips it up on the mic.

 

 

Afterwards, we all hang out on the patio drinking and congregating. Josh McHugh and I get wrapped up in talking about our romantic existential crises – I help him navigate this text message convo with a girl we know.

 

Back home I crash on the couch.