Michael Jackson

I have always loved MJ. Even during his years of trials and perversion, he always had a soft spot in my heart. MJ's music has touched every part of the world and as the King of Pop, MJ produced countless amount of hits beginning with Jackson 5. His innovative dance moves and contagious lyrics inspired all artists. As a child growing up I remember listening to his music, my favorite song is Black or White, and his music even made it into Disney's Free Willy. I will even admit and embarrass myself by saying I was very close to dressing up like MJ for Halloween one year in elementary school. White glove and all. Although MJ had several haters he had (has) a huge following of fans that even camped outside his Beverly Hills home. It's emotional and unbelievable. CNN has been covering the story and currently playing Billy Jean :( The kid is not my son... MJ's Thriller album was the highest grossing EVER!
We all grew up with Michael Jackson and it is shocking to believe that this icon has passed. I was looking forward to attending a concert or hearing new music. I always wished to have dinner with Michael Jackson and just pick his brain on his colorful past. MJ was truly a legend and will be missed.

Brian Hall Weddings

Support my brother!! As many of you know my brother Brian is a videographer and has filmed many television shows you regularly watch. However, Brian also moonlights as a wedding videographer and produces unforgettable videos capturing that spacial day. If you or someone you know is getting married please check out my brother's website, Brian Hall Weddings. Don't worry about location, Brian will travel virtually anywhere and at anytime, trust me he's missed many birthdays due to work.

Sneaky Sunday

Hey guys. If you have recently moved to a new city or you're looking to find a new restaurants or happy hour check out Sneaky Sunday. This website is similar in concept to CitySearch and MetroMix, but it breaks down each restaurant and bar into different categories. So, say you are in Chicago and craving Mexican food or you're in Seattle for a business trip and need a place for a lunch meeting, Sneaky Sunday will help you find exactly what you are looking for! Not only does Sneaky Sunday offer the best recommendations, but it also supplies accurate and personal overviews along with selected video of the actual establishment.

I will admit I am a little biased. I did work for Sneaky Sunday. However, I would never suggest something that I didn't believe in. Use this website the next time you are planning an event, bachelor party, baby shower, or even your Friday night date.

Thug Story

We've heard it a million times. Whether at the pool, club, or in a passing SUV, T-pain's I'm On a Boat, has simply taken over radio airwaves. Guys and girls have been screaming at the top of their lungs this phrase when they aren't even near a boat. I don't get it. Watch this video of Taylor Swift remaking I'm On a Boat as she appropriately titles it Thug Story. Very funny and Taylor's eyes are still too narrow to even see. Watch the video. NOW!

Taylor Swift's Thug Story

Lose the Tude

I apologize for the lack of posts. I visited home this past weekend and simply did not want to use my vacation time in front of my computer. However, my flight back to Atlanta this afternoon warrants a post, maybe two. Flying is something I don't necessarily love, but I have to do it. Going to the bathroom on an airplane is never enjoyable and I try to avoid it at all costs. Today though I was an idiot and didn't make a pit stop before boarding the plan. Halfway through the flight I really had to go and just downed a soda. There was no amount of crossing my legs or readjusting that helped my bladder. Of course, the illuminated seat belt sign had been on for the past thirty minutes and now the pilot announced our initial decent into the Atlanta area. This was my last chance before I ran into bigger problems. I polity asked (as if I was a huge inconvenience to my seat mates) to move aside as I tried to avoid any personal leg or ass contact. As soon as the three of us stood up a flight attendant immediately barked at me "Where are you going?!" And in a slow and calm voice with question inflection I responded "The restroom...?" This short hobbit looking women grabbed my empty soda can and with a snooty sarcastic voice said "The pilot just announce landing orders, great time to get up." I was completely shocked that this flight attendant had just said these things to me. I laughed under my breath as my entire attitude of flight attendants changed in that single moment. How dare she speak to me that way. We pay more and more every time we fly and receive less and less. Not only did I not receive the stale peanuts, but now I was exposed to the wrath of some unhappy hobbit that hated her life.

To complete the scene I walked to the back of the plan replaying in my mind what had just happened and as I reach the next attendant she picks up the PA and announces that everyone needs to remain seated. When I finally approach her she makes a motion of "There you go" as she rudely displayed the lavatory to me with a smile that should have been smacked off of her face. Needless to say I responded with a I'm better than you smile and entered the miniature bathroom. I was now pissed off and took my time and slowly walked back to my seat. When I sat back down I commented to my seat mates, who where also recovering from the shocking remarks, that the attendants were acting like the plane was in mid-landing. We chuckled loudly as the the hobbit hobbled by collecting used cups from passengers.

Stop Bashing Twitter

Twitter is slowly becoming everyone's new addiction and it has no intentions of slowing down. It's inevitable and everyone needs to cooperate and jump on the bandwagon. People claim they are "above" Twitter, Facebook, and blogging, but in reality their rebellion is conformity in disguise. Twitter is basically 100% Facebook status updating. So why be attached to two social networking sites? Twitter is a great marketing mechanism and has proven to be the newst and fastest way to spread information. For example, a few weeks ago I was visiting my dad in California and for the first time I experienced an earth quake. Seconds later I updated my Twitter and news of the earthquake hit Twitter before it even came into the news desks.(I knew something before Anderson Cooper??!) My point is, Twitter is a great concept, you just need to understand it. Join now and start following your friends, celebrities, and Heidi Montag. Follow me @ Pippitt

Summer Reading List

I love books. I love getting completely wrapped up in the story and not being able to set the book down. Recently, I have been sticking to light and fun beach reads that are quick and fabulous. I have a few recommendations for all of you unemployed beach and LFC bums.

1. Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah- This book was recommended to me by a friend and I encourage everyone to read it-the girls at least. It takes place beginning in the 1970's and continues to present day following two childhood best friends and all the heart ache and joy that is attached. This book actually made me cry, which is a rare occurrence.


2. Chasing Harry Winston by Lauren Weisberger- This author is most famously known for her remarkable and hilarious book, The Devil Wears Prada. This juicy novel follows three best friends living in NYC during their "almost 30 years." It's an easy read and you will be able to connect with each girl's story line. I also hear Weisbergur's Everyone Worth Knowing is just as engaging and addicting, it is next on my book list.

3. True Colors by Kristin Hannah- I didn't think I was going to enjoy this book as much as Firefly Lane, but I was wrong. I am currently still reading and can not put it down! It takes place in Washington and follows a family grieving the loss of their mother. The three Grey sisters take care of their sadden father while gossip, passion, and revenge surround their lives. I haven't finished it yet, but I know it's going to have an amazing ending!

The Saga

I may or may not give in and watch Twilight. However, you will not find those books in my hands ever.

Third Wheel

I want to address a topic that not everyone understands completely. The idea of being "the third wheel" is not something a person desires to be and is never enjoyable. I deserve a trophy for the amount of third wheeling I have done in the past 6 months. I enjoy being single and living independently while I move on to the next phase of my life. However, I don't get gratification from sitting on my couch alone on a Sunday night. It seems all of my friends have suddenly started dating people. One would think Auburn would be filled with eligible bachelors, but I have exceeded the limit of Guy Harvey and colored croakies that I can handle for my entire lifetime. My roommate sometimes asks me to join her and her boyfriend it make dinner or watch a movie which I appreciate, but typically turn down this invitation. No matter how close you are with your friends or a couple you automatically feel isolated and often times uncomfortable and even feel like the couple would rather be alone. When third wheeling the person cannot help but wish they had a significant other, at least at that particular moment in time. This is not a post bashing couples and people madly in love. This post is bringing those couples to the attention of the third wheel and how awkward and undesirable it is to a single when put in the situation. You should embrace your singleness and learn to dodge the dreaded third, fifth, and even seventh wheel trauma.

Lose It!

The best application for the iPhone ever created...Lose It! This free app helps avid snackers track their daily intake of calories. Lose It! provides a database of generic food, brand name foods, and popular restaurant items to ensure accurate entries. (You will never want to late night again.) I have been using Lose It! for a couple of months and I absolutely love it! I have never really counted calories or anything like that, but this app allows me see what I have eaten so far and helps me to make healthy choices. Lose It! also tracks the amount of exercise you complete each day (everything from running to sexual activity). If you are trying to lose the college weight I suggest getting this application immediately. Try not to get obsessed with it, sorry crackberries.

Making It Through an Unemployed Summer

I am tired of being told about the unpromising job industry with the limited amount of jobs available and the unemployment rate already raising to 9.4%. What happened to our parents lecturing about "you must graduate college in 4 years or else." My parents are begging me to attend graduate school in hopes that the job industry will magically turn around in 2 years. Fresh graduates everywhere are shuttling into big cities with dreams of landing "the perfect job." It kills me to do this to you, but the only time you'll be using "perfect" is after the word "aaahhh" which will come immediately after a chilled shot of tequila. Tequila shots will get you through this unemployed summer as your mom and dad lay down the law with resume sending and interview dressing. Tequila makes everything better, my sophomore year is proof. Don't let the looming cloud of unemployment ruin your summer. Summer should be about...well nothing. Nothing except tequila shots and the cubs :)