http://www.deanblog.deanfriedman.net Musings, Ravings & Rants by Singer/Songwriter and Multimedia Artist, Dean Friedman Wed, 12 Sep 2007 13:32:21 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Sorry for the delayed follow-up. Amelia is perfectly fine, by the way, but here's the rest of the story: As I was saying... Alison was doing the responsible thing; trying to get information as to the protocol for treating a suspected raccoon bite or scratch. Of course, once the phone call ... http://www.deanblog.deanfriedman.net/2007/09/11/rabid-raccoon-attacks-monkey-on-deck/ It all started when Amelia, our 35+ year old capuchin monkey, went out to sun herself on our deck. There was a bloodcurdling scream and Alison ran out to the deck to discover Amelia locked arm in paw with a raccoon twice her size. Amelia has lived with us longer than ... http://www.deanblog.deanfriedman.net/2007/06/02/when-fur-flies/ Had a fun show at the Dockside last night. Just wanted to say thanks to the folks who braved the cold to show up at the gig. First time I'd performed at this venue and it turned out to be a comfortable, nicely laid out restaurant/bar space with really good ... http://www.deanblog.deanfriedman.net/2007/02/18/dockside/ Hey Folks, First off, a very belated, but heartfelt, happy Groundhogs Day (yeah, I know it was two weeks ago). As I shoveled frozen blocks of ice off my driveway, pelted by gusts of sleet, I was warmed by the comforting knowledge that Puxatawny ... http://www.deanblog.deanfriedman.net/2007/02/15/musician-targeted-internet-scam-warning/ Well, there you have it. As you can see, I did stay up late one night animating that cute little koala bear. (no easy feat, by the way) I have to say, it's really satisfying getting this one done. Lots of quick gags and routines I got a real kick out ... http://www.deanblog.deanfriedman.net/2006/11/03/a-terrible-pickle/ Survived a long day of tedious logistics arranging for the car to be towed from one garage to another. Made an appointment for the adjuster to come make his, uh… adjustment. Justly, I suppose. And just then… got an email asking for a quote on a Booble, Honkblatt, Tone Stones ... http://www.deanblog.deanfriedman.net/2006/10/31/saddest-girl/ Not that I needed any reminding, but tonight proved again that worrisome axiom that life can turn on a dime. (which raises the inevitable question: what does life turn on in other currencies? Anyone?) Driving earlier to pick up Sam at the train station, when, seemingly out of nowhere, a ... http://www.deanblog.deanfriedman.net/2006/10/30/it-just-appeared/ I keep finding more of these on YouTube and they always give me a chuckle: 1. U-Conn (Connecticut University) a-capella group singing my song 'McDonald's Girl' based on the Blenders arrangement: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZ7YLY4NpSo 2. This one is just a funny little snippit based on some Japanse Anime' and the Blender's recording of 'McDonald's Girl' http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEik6g0CZto I'm ... http://www.deanblog.deanfriedman.net/2006/09/30/there-must-be-something-about-that-polyesther-uniform/ I'm really torn. It's midnight and the pressing question is: do I animate this cute koala or go to bed? http://www.deanblog.deanfriedman.net/2006/09/27/torn/ Just a quick note to let you know that my good buddy, Matt Lees, has one of his amazing crossword puzzles published today in the Saturday, New York Times! This is quite prestigious and I encourage you to pick up a copy and give it a try. It's a challenge, ... http://www.deanblog.deanfriedman.net/2006/09/23/happy-new-year-lashana-tova-crossword-puzzle/