Things We Like:

We've been a bit busy lately and have been remiss in our posting duties here at the HSO -- many apologies to all.

In an effort to tide y'all over, here's a little list of things we like that you can check out (in no specific order):

1. Minnesota Roller Girls. Attended their last bout of the season a couple weekends ago, and it was an absolute blast. The whole event is an awesome experience, and don't let anyone fool you; the action on the track is real and impressive. Plus, Roller Girls are just plain hot. The HSO officially endorses MN Roller girls, and specifically this team:


2. Field Music. I know, I know -- "Um shouldn't this be a full 'Bands You Should Love' post?" Yes, it should be -- but as previously stated, we're a little busy around these parts. And this band's latest record, Tones Of Town, has been in near-constant rotation in the background while we're working. Descriptions never really do music justice, but let's just say they do a great job of merging clever Brit Pop sensibilities with a dash of prog. Alternatively, they remind us a bit of Todd Rundgren. You can sample some of their newer material by clicking that link above, and decide for yourself.

3. Photography. One of the things that's been diverting our attention from posting here. We like to take pictures, and have been doing a fair bit of it recently. Some can be seen on Flickr, right here. Check it out, if you're so inclined.

4. Danger Touch! From the brilliant (if somewhat odd) minds of Greg Boose and his pal -- it's a new game for a different generation. Before you decide you're going to play, though, make sure you read about how it came to be created on Greg's blog @ The Nervous Breakdown, and pay special attention to the rules. At that point you can ask yourself, "Self, am I up to this crazy game?" We can't answer that question for you; you'll have to figure it out for yourselves. Additionally, neither Greg, The Nervous Breakdown or the HSO will accept any responsibility for possible injury or embarrassment that might result if you attempt to play this game. It's a dangerous game, people -- make your choice carefully.


Time to get back to the grind -- fear not, though, soon enough we'll be back to bore you with more obtuse observations on this crazy world we live in.