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EMP New Years Parties – My Experience

Each year it seems there is a party at the EMP. I have been to it 2 times now for news years. My second visit was regrettable unfortunately but that is a lesson learned. The new years event is something I would do once, however, if you have never done it before. Another visit would be pointless since it’s the same each and every year. Which is to bad because I really enjoyed it the first time.

The EMP New Years Party is exciting. From what I saw they have two main live bands (big stage & side bar). The big stage band was
disappointing at both of my visits and the real fun came from the small band which played 80s music at the side bar. After a while there
was more people at the small side bar then at the big main stage which pretty much proves my point. The upstairs (3rd level) was DJ R&B music which seemed to be a younger crowd.

The alcohol obviously was expensive and so were the tickets. Just like every event these days there is another company which plays the middle man and attaches on these heft ticket processing fees.  I can’t remember there name but they do New Years Parties all over so the event isn’t that unique to Seattle or anything like that.

The prices go up as the new year gets closer. Ours were last minute and it was $69 per ticket. You should also know that you can’t leave the venue which nobody will tell you. So that means when all the fire works are exploding under the space needle you’re stuck inside. You can’t go out on the balcony or leave for a smoke break or anything. That is a big disappointment and something they should find a solution to really quick considering the EMP is in the shadow of the Space Needle.

My only regret is that they don’t mix up the event each year. It’s the same old thing every where which is unfortunate because if I new it was different each year I probably would go. Like I said, if you haven’t gone then you should at least do it once. I should also mention that there was a pretty large line to get into the party the second time.  It was outside in the cold and rain and wasn’t very organized so go a little early and be prepared for any weather conditions.

Hope this helps when considering the EMP for your next New Year Party.

Finally Gloria Allred Appears on TV Representing Natalie Khawam

The minute the Petraeus/Broadwell/Allen/Kelly/Khawam soap opera began I began to wonder when Gloria Allred would appear holding some woman’s hand and be almost in tears. She is like an ambulance chaser. Any gossip, sleaze ball thing like who was the father of Nicole Smiths baby, she is right there. I have never heard of her actually winning a case in court, and I am not saying it doesn’t happen, but its usually a photo shoot with some crying female celebrity and then she waits for the next opportunity. It usually follows with Jessie Jackson Sr giving spiritual guidance to some man who messes up. Remember him standing advising Slick Willie.  Jackson had his pregnant mistress with him at the time. You watch he will be in a photo shoot before this web of lies get sorted out.

Paula Broadwell has hired Robert F. Muse. He represented Monica Lewinski.

Jill Kelly and her husband Dr Kelly have hired Abbe Lowell. He represented John Edwards.

Natalie Khawam has hired Gloria Allred.

Employment for Attorney’s are picking up.

I am not writing about Allen and Petraeus. They definitely have lawyers and have probably ruined their careers.

How on earth could such important men have time to bother with the twin sisters? I can see that Paula Broadwell could be sucked into the mire because she was writing the book about Petraeus. She did have a top secret clearance, she had been in the military. She has a background but got jealous and that usually brings a lot of people down when the illicit romance ends.

Now to Natalie Khawam the Tampa Florida Attorney. Of all the people that should have had the good sense to just SHUT UP she just could not do that. When she appeared on TV with Gloria Allred she said, “I look forward to the day when I am able to answer everyone’s question and explain what really happened in this matter.”  I doubt anyone in the real world ever heard of her or her sister Jill Kelly. But she went through a custody battle and lost custody of her son. She got the top brass including Petraeus, Allen and Holly Petraeus to write letters to the judge for her. Now that’s knowing people in high places. But the judge went by the facts that she was unstable, lied about domestic violence, credibility as a witness and lack of integrity. Why would she want to drag all that out again and now its coming to light that she filed for Bankruptcy in April claiming debts totaling $3.6 million. How could she rack up debts like that? One debt she was unable to pay back was $300,000 from Gerald “Jerry” Harrington, who is a Rhode Island lobbyist and Democratic fundraiser. How could she get an unsecured loan like that. Well for starters she dated him. It just goes on and on. Why isn’t Harrington in trouble for misuse of campaign funds like Jessie Jackson Jr.?

Jill Kelly and Paula Broadwell have both been to the Presidents home. (Khawam and her sister were invited to courtesy meals at the White House. Some of the parties will end because Khawam is living with her sister in a mansion that is being foreclosed on. This is where to top brass were being entertained. Jill Kelly and her husband who is a doctor had a charity called Kelly’s Cancer Foundation. BUT in papers filed with the IRS it reported donations of $157,284 but the charities expenses were exactly that amount. $43,317 for meals, $38610 travel and misc. $$25,013. It was ran from their home, and they were the only officers in the foundation.

Now this was an absolute dream come true for Gloria Allred. I doubt we will hear that she does anyone any good but herself and I imagine she gets paid to pose to TV photo shoots.

Add your comments, this is gonna get lots worse before it gets better.

 

Funny Obama Pictures

With the newly re-elected President of the United States Barack Obama, we probably should start things off with another set of funny Obama pictures.  Our last set of funny photos of Obama was a tremendous success so what is a few more funny ones right?  Enjoy the complimentary photos of President Obama.

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Madonna Concert In Seattle

The icon Madonna will be in Seattle tonight (Oct 3rd) at Key Arena.  It’s a sold out concert but tickets are available if you look around on the Internet.  You better bring the cash though as ticket prices are very high.  I saw a few suite tickets for $300 each minimum.

Born Aug. 16, 1958 as Madonna Louise Ciccone she has sold more than 300 million records across the World.  She is the top selling female artist of all time.  That record even stands with the Guinness World Records. Madonna was born in Bay City, Michigan and moved to NYC for actually modern dance, however, the music thing worked out better.  Her first album was released in 1983.

Key Arena is a great venue for music.  I love the personal feel of it because it’s much smaller than Century Link for example.

 

Seattle Weekly Deal

We are bringing the deal to you this week and Wow this is a pretty amazing deal.  Brought to you by Graveyardmall.com.

The Deal:

You get 9 Pairs of Women’s branded sunglasses.  Individually they sell between $10 – $29 each but you’re getting 9 pairs of them.  Just in time to enjoy the last few weeks of the sunshine in Seattle.  All are UVA and UVB protected.

$149.00 $13.99 + $1.99 s/h

You can read and order the Seattle deal RIGHT HERE.

**This Seattle deal won’t last long maybe only today or just a few days.

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Top Chef Seattle Season 10

The Bravo series Top Chef Season 10 is in Seattle.  It’s scheduled to be premiered on Bravo November 7th at 7pm (10pm Eastern).  The headliner judge of the show will be Wolfgang Puck.  I must say Seattle seems like a great location for food.  We have so much available in the Pacific Northwest.  From schools, talent, creativity, seafood, etc Seattle’s food scene is truly amazing.  Very limited information has been released about the premiere so we will all have to wait and experience it together.  It would be nice to know who if any armature Seattle chefs will be on the show.

Here is a Wolfgang Puck on the Ellen Show cooking a pizza.

Things To Do This Weekend

Seattle has a few things going on this weekend.  Last weekend will be tough to beat considering the Seahawks game and how much drama was created over that event.  However, catch some the last minute sunshine and enjoy these Seattle events.

  • Washington State Cougars vs Oregon Ducks.  Starts at 7:30 (Saturday) at Century Link Field.
  • All State Parks are FREE Saturday (9/29/12).
  • Seattle Seahawks vs Rams.  It’s time for another big football game.  Since they are in our division we really need the win!  Sunday 10am – FOX (away game)
  • Pike Place Market has free cooking demonstrations.  Starts at 2pm by Phyllis Rosen & Jeremy McLachian.  You can also just walk and enjoy the Pike Place Market while you are there.  (Sunday)
  • The Seattle Storm are in the playoffs (9 years in a row) and have a game Sunday at Key Arena 6pm.
  • The 2012 Italian Festival is happening all weekend (Saturday and Sunday).  Located at the Fisher Pavillion.  It’s a fun and food event.  Free admission for everyone.
  • If you’re looking to take in a movie (and pay the big bucks!) I would highly recommend “Looper”.  Rated R.  Looks like a great movie in my opinion. It’s playing all weekend and came out Friday.

There you have it – some things to do this weekend in Seattle.  Have fun!

Seattle Deal Of The Week!

Everyone once in a while we have to break the rules so this week we’re listed two deals.  The first deal is a one day only deal (Today!) and the other follow-ups on a previous article about Easy And Simply Ways To Save Money.  In the article I spoke about shopping for a new insurance company if you’ve been with them for 2 or more years.  The reality is that after you’re with an insurance company your rates rarely go down.  In most cases they add on a few dollars per year.  However, the open market changes.  You car value decreases or your home values decrease for example – and your current insurance provider doesn’t take those into account.  They already have you as a customer (probably on auto billing) so why would they bother.  My point is to save a few dollars you should make a few calls and see what the options are.  Won’t cost you anything and if the quotes are not better then you still have your current insurance company.  It’s a Win/Win.

Today Only -Deal:

The Childrens Place – are offering 20% off and free shipping and handling.  Everything ships free and there is no minimum purchase required.  Some items are marked at $1.99!

Coupon: G9HEF67J92 if you need it at checkout, however, it looks like they are offering the deal on their homepage.

Seattle Deal Of Week:

I highly recommend you give Dan Marek a call at Danmarekinsurance.com per our save money on insurance discussion.  Discuss your options with him and see if he can beat your current insurance rates.  Dan Marek insurance is located in Western Washington so he is local guy who has been in the insurance industry for a long time.

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Charlotte And Jonathan Antoine

Today has been a day of Entertainment on the Emerald City Journal. If you’re a regular here you probably know that we don’t discuss much in regards to entertainment and celebrities. Honestly, there is just so much of it (and drama involved) and we want to make a bigger difference when it comes to the way people think about politics and news.

I did, however, see this sometime ago and wanted to share how amazing it is. The video is inspirational and a must see. Below you’ll see the video but its about two kids named Charlotte and Jonathan Antoine. They go to school together and we’re formed together by their music teacher. They are trying out on Britain’s Got Talent TV show. As Jonathan Antoine says, he always struggled with his size and fitting in with the others. It’s starts out with Simon Cowell (and the audience) agrevated with the talent so far and figured they were going to be another disappointment. Watch the video and feel inspired for a moment.

Martina McBride @ The Puyallup Fair

Today, Wednesday Sept. 12, 2012, Martina McBride will be playing at the Puyallup Fair.  Many have named her the Celine Dion of Country Music.  Not sure I could compare her to Celine Dion (she is amazing), however, Martina McBride is an amazing singer.

To date, she has recorded 11 studio albums, a greatest hit album, a Xmas album, and two additional compilation albums.  At the age of 49, she has sold over 14 million albums.

Martina Mcbride, whose real name is Martina Mariea Schiff was born in Sharon Kansas. The small town had a population of around 200 people.

The Puyallup Fair Concert Series:

Martina McBride
Date:  9/12/2012
Showtime:  7:30 pm

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