Jamsterdam Radio: old myspace blogs

Hey readers!

I looked back on blogs I've (thankfully) saved from my old Myspace page and found this... more like a Myspace blog I re-blogged on Facebook and that's how I saved it. I gotta warn you, I've always jumped from one topic to the next, but in my mind, it was all connected.. and by looking at the dates written, yes I'm aging myself, but whatever- 30 is the new 21. Enjoy!

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31 Oct 2007

WOW- AT 21, WHO KNEW?

I was reading all of my old blogs, and have bumped into this one that hit home that I had written when I was 21:

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"17 Dec 2005

IT AIN'T OVER 'TIL IT'S OVER... Current mood: contemplative

I just typed out something, worked super hard on it, tried to preview it, then it just randomly erased itself? Could I have saved it? Don't think so... I have to start ALL over again on a clean slate. Would I have used the same material? I wish I could. I am just too lazy to try to get it back right now- sound familiar?

I bet it reminds you of things in your everyday life. You make the wrong moves, thinking they're the right ones, then regret it after. Knowing this, you still keep making the same moves rather than learn

from the last time it has happened and end up in the same mess. Kinda like going to the dentist with a cavity, getting it filled, then eating a shitload of candy afterwards, just making a new cavity, rather than taking care of that tooth, to make sure it stays strong.

That's the kind of shit that will eventually build up and take it's toll, turning you into a insomniac, not being able to eat, just drink away those thoughts, pass out and wake up with a massive hangover.

To avoid this, think hard before you make a move- like in chess. Life is like a game of chess- make the wrong moves and you're fucked. Learn from the mistakes you have made in the previous games so that eventually you will win... yeah I know I'm ranting about randomness.. oh well... signing off- toodaloo!!"

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I am impressed on how clear I was thinking back then, even making mistakes after that. We're only human, right?

Just reading this blog, it's proof that you shouldn't just blow someone's opinion off because of their lack of experience in life compared to you.

I read another blog that I wrote entirely about Pogs, koosh balls, and my other favorites of the 1990s. It reminded me of how simple life was, back when I was 9 or 10 years old. When I had a problem, I would distract myself with all the cool stuff in front of me, and focus solely on having fun at that moment.

What do we do as adults?

I just like this picture. Deal with it.

We sulk, eat a tub of cookie dough ice cream, while watching re-runs of The OC.

The better way to deal with problems is to evaluate them at a time when you're calm and collected. Making decisions while you're angry could lead to regret in the end.

Being productive is a better way of distracting yourself from problems. If you work, make sure you're there 15 minutes early, and that you do the job right. If you go to school, same thing. Homework? Make realistic deadlines for each hour to break down your assignments, include a break for dinner, so you can submit it on time, without lacking too much sleep.

Have allergies? Vacuum your house, do laundry, throw out trash, recycle, get rid of dust. Feng Shui your space; Clutter, especially stuffed animals, can attract and house more allergins than you can be comfortable knowingly living with.

To-do lists are a big help as well. Before you go to bed at night, try to plan the next day, from waking up until you go to bed. This is especially good if you have problems going to sleep at night because you always think too much about what you have to do the next day.

Problems are just a part of life; it's how we DEAL with them is what's important. It is vital for our sanity, especially since adulthood is already complex enough without the bullshit.

Anyways, if you're ever feeling down, you're entitled to have a bad hour. Just know where to draw the line and get on with the rest of your day... and always go to bed with a clear mind!

THE END.

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... and that was how I thought back then...

@JerZGrlinCanada

I know that title is random and it has nothing to do with anything I've written as of lately, but I am just curious as to who still has their favorite useless items from the 90s?

They're not TOTALLY useless, but they definitely have a thing for distracting you from the important work you may have in front of you on your desk.

I still have my Nintendo game console, my Pogs and Sailor Moon collectors cards, but my Kooshball (that stringy rubbery ball that looks like something your cat coughed up) was roofed one day back in '93 when we were playing catch in the school yard and this dude roofed it on the portable. :( That's probably where my "guys are stupid" theory rooted from... hahaha- I KID, I KID!!... sorta...

I have never bothered to get another Kooshball, because I've already learned my lesson with my Slinkies (those metal or plastic spiral things you drop down a flight of stairs and you'd watch it go down the stairs by itself- it was wicked pointless but tres fun). I bought two and broke both of mine... :(

Tamagotchis... from the late 90s- did anyone have one of those? They were these digital pets that you feed and watch take a shit, play with it, and make sure it sleeps... again- pointless. I killed my dog pet thing (it was a Nano pet- same shit- just different company name) because I finally realized that I had homework and I should've paid more attention to it rather than some stupid battery operated pet, which you can revise by simply resetting it, or changing the battery.

Nintendo games are wicked awesome (yeah yeah- they're mid 80's but who gives a shit) ... but then again if you abuse the power of this old school video game console, you may fry your brain cells and forget you have responsibilities... but I still have my Nintendo and love it... but too bad it's missing a wire... :(

Chia Pets... HAHAHA I've never seen a worse waste of money than this besides Paris Hilton's record deal!

Remember you could buy a ceramic form in the shape of a dog or a sheep and you add seeds and water to it, and watch it grow green fur on it that resembles grass? They even started to have novelty shapes such as a man's erect... ahem... male private anatomy, a woman's torso and below, and so on and so forth. Wow- the 90's was quite the experimental time. Chia Pets.

Nowadays, I've seen some pretty neat inventions, after the new millennium hit, such as that vacuum cleaner that gets rid of dust particles, as well as any dirt that may lie in your carpet.

This morning, I watched a Home Hardware commercial that featured this 5-in one (correct me if I'm wrong) tool that not only acts as a wrench, but a few other tools as well!

That vibrating knife that has the cool infomercial where the knife can actually slice your food perfectly (they even had a display of an octopus made out of salmon or something) was a cool find as well.

Ginsu knives are just amazing. Whoever came up with that one is unreal- the sharper the knife the better the slice- so I guess that vibrating knife is bullshit- who knows unless you've tried out the product, right?

Those hallway lights that you can stick anywhere and press it to turn it on or off are cool also.

The Magic Bullet grinding tool looks fun as well.

Ceramic hair straighteners, rather than steam straighteners, have been around forever, but whoever made them more accessible to the public, I grant you much props.

"The Claw" gardening tool has been out since the mid-90's, but I still definitely don it as "one of the most arguably useful gardening tools". It's fun and easy to use, as well as its efficiency value in getting rid of stubborn dandelions definitely deserves a thumbs up.

Whoever came up with the idea of mineral cosmetics gets a standing ovation.

Ebay.com is another great invention- best internet addiction since Napster, to my opinion.

Myspace.com (:p) is addictive, and it's a great networking tool. Thanks, Tom for making it- you've helped create links for people that couldn't have been done without you. This is also a great way for people to gain 15 minutes of fame... not gonna say any names here.

Su Doku is another addictive thing. Agata (I love you, girl!) first introduced me to it, and when I was out in Cali, the guy I like kinda got me into it because he made it seem effortless finishing a level 3 puzzle... it's tougher as the

levels are claimed to be "easier" to my opinion.

Jenga... one of my all-time favorite things from the 90's besides "Guess Who?" - those are great games besides chess.

Who knew there were tonnes of different Monopoly games? I didn't know that until I went to my sister's man's house- they seemed to have every type of Monopoly game there... I don't play that game unless there are at least 3 other people playing, for that game can go one for days!!

Anything else? Maybe- but I'm gonna stop there.

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There you have it, folks. A throwback blog post from 2006 by your favorite Jersey Girl in Canada. Yes, I had a very low attention-span back then. I hope you enjoyed this!

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