Musik Mundi: Marie Digby

I used to think that Umbrella song by Rihanna was the most annoying thing on the radio. But after it was covered a hundred different times, it slowly started growing on me. Usually it's the other way around. I like it at first, but then payola sets in and then I really really hate the song. So far, I can say that I actually like all of Ri Ri's radio hits. They're catchy and fun! Anyhow, back to the subject of covers. My fave would have to be the one performed by Marie Digby (pronounced MA-REE-AY). She's half Japanese and half Irish-American AND she can play the piano as well as the guitar. Yay for more Asian musical talent! I tried teaching myself how to play the guitar but I gave up because my fingertips were hurting so bad. I need to roughen them up by plunging my fingers in a pile of gravel Bruce Lee style.



Marie Digby
Album: Unfold (2008)
Song: Umbrella

Paw Pals: Male Model

Neo is the HAWTest male model EVAR. He's the bestest furry friend a gal could ever have. When I take him out, he makes me look like I'm a good dog owner because he's so calm, cool and collected! I just love my chunky chubbawubba. He's the one!

Restaurant: Blue Fish House

2241 Richmond Ave
Houston, TX 77098

For my restaurant blogs, this sushi place should have been one of the firsts since it is one of my faves. I'm no sushi connoisseur so my opinion on this stuff probably isn't very valid, mostly because I don't even like sushi. *Gasp!* I know! I go there for this seriously crave-worthy udon stir fry. The only seafood that I'll eat is shrimp, and even then, the only way I'll eat it is if it's deep-fried. Shout out to all my southern folk! Blue Fish House makes this shrimp tempura roll that is just perfect for me. It's very simple and the only thing that I have to ask is for no roe. Yucky! So in that sense, I get to fit in and eat a roll with no roe. The place is small and cozy and dark but is accented with vibrant orange and blue colors. Loves it! My fave waitress is Vicki. She's super nice and sweet and pretty much is familiar with our order. Loves it again! And to top it off, they have these funny and unique names for their dishes. The noodle that I always order is called Udon it This Time. Other notables would have to be Some Young Guy, Spicy Old Lady and Thai Me Up Thai Me Down. Loves it three times over!




You may not be able to read it in the picture below, but they have some specialty rolls called Nemo Eye Roll and Shih Tzu Roll. Eek! Think I'll pass.

Persona Grata: MDC vs MBC

If there is one thing I can say about my wonderful co-worker (and her mother!), I would mos def have to give them major kudos for having such big hearts and a cackle that rivals Julia Roberts. They have a mission trip to South Africa planned for this summer and the itinerary includes helping those who are less fortunate and are in desperate need of hope and faith. Although I'm not quite the religious person, I do appreciate and admire the philanthropic nature that allows a person to go far and beyond just to simply help. They need to raise $7,000 collectively by July 1, 2008. If you would like to assist them in this worthwhile cause, please visit their website to donate. And note to all you richey rich's out there: consider it a tax write-off!