Thursday, July 15, 2010

Member Highlight - About the Ash


My friend Karla asked me when I would post my next blog - so I assigned her to determine the context of my own member highlight. I've had a format for the other members, but I thought this would be more interesting... it's always fun to learn about what others want to know. (I encourage any of you to email us with questions you have about specific members... it'd be fun.) Some of these questions are pretty intense - I'll do my best to give honest and concise answers. Thanks, Karla. :) 


1) What is your worst moment/experience? Big question. I had to really think here. I was at work once (at a cafe), and a friend I hadn't seen in a long time walked in. I almost took a quick break to come around and give him a hug - but decided I was too busy and I'd catch him next time. He ended up leaving the cafe that day and got in accident and was killed. Obviously, not my fault. But I should have taken just a minute to acknowledge him. I had another couple of moments like that around the same time with other people. Ugh. I lost 16 friends/family members in about a year period... weird time.

2) What is your best moment/experience? I have had a lot! Almost always when I'm playing music - especially with other people that are into it also. Seeing people that I love do well/get recognition. And... romantic that I am... I've had some incredible first kisses...

3) What is your favorite movie and why?  I'd have to say Punch Drunk Love is one of my favorite movies. It captures human vulnerability, charming impulsiveness, the need for love, expression, and understanding - all in this sweet, abstract story. I love it more every time I watch it. I do have a lot of other favorites too.

4) What do you eat for breakfast? Usually, a smoothie - banana, strawberry, mango, pineapple - orange and cranberry juice - and protein powder. Once a week I like a greasy-ass big breakfast. Always have to have coffee in the morning!

5) How do you rate Karla on a scale of five where five is the highest? Haha. Well...just for having this question in there...I'd give her a 6.

6) What will you do if you had a time machine? I'd travel all over to the most thriving times for cultures all over the world. Sometimes I'd travel back just to find where I left my damn car keys...
And, when I'd finally had enough of this life, I'd like to travel to the middle of what is now the US - maybe late 1700's... and live with a Lakota tribe... and there I'd stay. (I'm totally weird. I am aware of this.) My reasoning for my eventual escape- not to sound like a hippie - but I like the idea of slow and sustainable, social role valorization, connectivity to environment, and a holistic existence. It's possible to achieve this in the present somewhat, but I'd rather it be less of an option.

7) What is your worst habit/quality? Procrastination. Trying to do many things at once. Distractibility.

8) What is your best habit/quality? I'm intuitive about others and their needs. I can turn my feelings to words well. I'm adaptable.

9) Which super power would you like to have and why? The ability to fly. I'd go see my family, friends, and the world. Plus, I'd beat the afternoon commute. And I could save people from burning buildings and stuff.
 
Next time around, I'll answer the standard questions that I posed to my other band mates. On another note - I've made the move to SF - I'm loving it so far! I'm sure there will be some songs and reflections on the way about my experiences there. 
Oh, and one last thing - thank you to everyone who's been reading this and showing interest in this band, the music, and my rants. It's an honor to document.

xo -
Ash