Hey all,hope you're well. First things first,this is late,sorry about that,I've been both busy and stressed,setting up a situation that does not lend itself to blogging. Anyhoo,June was a fun month in some ways, but in others it's brought me straight back down to rock bottom again. Emotional roller coaster they say,that is most definately not an exaggeration. Anyhoo, the show must go on...

Frenzy

The 6th of June marked the fourth year running of this Christian Music Festival,and my third time attending (I missed last year due to my holiday in Florida). It was different than other years, and I'd say the last time I went,2007,was probably the best of all the times I've been. David Crowder Band and Starfield were the highlights of the day, the exception being David Crowder done his usual routine that features in every one of his sets. Another highlight was that it was my mum's first year there so that was good. I felt like it was a bit of the shame that it wasn't as good a line up this year as it's been previously as it probably wasn't the best year to first experience it. Oh,and highlight of the day,a powercut during the Third Day set - we just kept on going :)

Edinburgh International Film Festival

This was my first year with any involvment in the film festival and I found it to be a pretty enjoyable and interesting experience. We went for two days with school and seen a film both days and listened to some talks. On the first day we watched A Boy Called Dad, a film about a teenage boy named Robbie who becomes a father at 14.The film was very moving and well done,a good example of British drama.The talks in the afternoon aren't as memorable for me,although we did have a very interesting piece from the Leith Agency - the advertising agency responsible for the Irn Bru ad campaign.The second day we watched a documentary about B-Boy championships called Turn It Loose,which I enjoyed immensely. Overall this was a very interesting experience for me as over the two days we got to hear from producers,directors and various other credited roles about the film making process.Good stuff for a film geek like myself.

Film And Television

Film

My Sister's Keeper - Very moving,although I enjoyed the book better.

A Boy Called Dad - I never did get around to reviewing the films from the film festival but this one would get a 6/10 from me.Good performances all around.

Turn It Loose - Most interesting.I enjoyed it more than I did A Boy Called Dad.A well done documentary that is rather eye opening.

I also bought I'm Not There on dvd this month,along with I Now Pronounce You Chuck And Larry,although I've watched neither of them all the way through yet.

Television

Dollhouse - Continues to be of interest,although I've now fallen behind.So far I can say it's not up to the same standard as Whedon's other shows,and is getting a bit repetitive. But I suppose that might've changed in the episodes I have missed.

Buffy - I started from the beginning again a couple of days ago.It just will always be one of my favourites.Got to love the early shows aswell,before everybody got all angsty.

The Day The Music Died

June 25th,I had the news on silent and was chatting to my mum then it flashed up BREAKING NEWS:MICHAEL JACKSON HAS DIED. I was speechless.Not so long ago I'd sat with my mum whilst we tried to get tickets for his London shows.I must say I'm truly moved by this.He had an influence on music that cannot be described and everyone across the world,whether they love or hate him,knows Michael Jackson.I never ever did believe he was guilty of child molestation,and would never have supported anyone who I thought had done such things by buying their music and trying to get tickets for their shows.I always thought he was strange but looking back at his documentary interviews and footage he was also without doubt a kindhearted man.That's what makes it so sad that he's gone now.He was very special and I don't think there will be another Michael Jackson in a hurry.My thoughts and prayers go out to his family,especially his children now left without who was apparently a very loving and devoted father. RIP Michael Jackson,King of Pop.

Hair

Fucked.Well and truly.

Quotability

Angel[Big Brother] - And am I to eat the biscuit?
Big Brother - No.There will be no eating of the biscuits.

Jamie - Is it big enough to crawl through?
Kelsie - Jamie,you walk through it. :))

Overall

This has been an alright month but as it's ultimately messed me up emotionally yet again,I'm reluctant to call it enjoyable.So far July is enjoyable,but maybe that's because I'm without the stress of school.There should be a few more interesting things to report next month.

Until Next Time :wave: