sinwithagrin

Got laid-off today along with my art director and graphic designer. I thought our agency was doing better than others, but I guess I was wrong. Shit happens.

Our regular scheduled programm will return tomorrow.

Gorgeous day. Went to the lake for a swim and to catch some rays. I just love summer.

Did a bit of clubbing last night with some friends. At the end of the night, I ended-up driving my best friend's female friend to her car that was parked quite far away. As I opened the passenger door for her, she looked at me funny and...
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Question: Are separate bedrooms a deal breaker for most people? Had an interesting discussion about this today. I'm all for it. Not that I always want to sleep alone, but it gives you the option to bugger off into your own room when you don't feel well or just need your space for a while. Another reason, I sometimes have a hard time falling asleep...
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Okay, so my sister-in-law is once again trying to set-me up on a blind date. I must have gone on dates with her entire staff of female co-workers, friends, women from the golf club and God knows who else, haha... But I passed, I've become very selective with people I go out. Seems everybody is a serial dater these days. That's the worst. I rather...
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It's been really weird at work. Three of my co-workers had a car accident this week. Freaky. They all fell asleep at the wheel. Thank God nothing serious happened. Which tells you a lot about the hours we work in advertising...

Anybody seen the new Jim Jarmusch film "The Limits Of Control"? He just makes the best movies. The scene with that naked girl on...
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The economy must be really hurting when you can buy a 50 story building on Park Avenue in NYC for a mere 100k! That is nuts! Anybody have some cash stashed away they don't need?

Been increditly tired for the past few days. All I can think of is sleeping right now. Zzzzzzzzzzzz...

I've noticed that people who claim to be open-minded and tolerant are...
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Lots of birthdays coming up! My dad, my mom, my sister-in-law, my brother and my best buddy - uffffff. As every year: What do I get them? Especially for my parents as they never have any wishes. Suggestions are much appreciated!

Been contemplating to take a major road trip across the US next year. Always wanted to do that. Buy a cool used convertible in...
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Man, another day in advertising hell! Clients with a flat fee simply work you to death! I really wanted to leave early for a change (7 pm) but didn't get out of the joint until 11 pm.

I had a cat following me today. That must be one tough kiddy because I always see her around one of Zurich's busiest squares downtown. I tried to...
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Okay, I'm totally stoked: Roger Federer finally won the French Open today. With this win he ties Pete Sampras' record 14 Grand Slams.

My best female friend just got back together with her boyfriend - again! It's interesting how some people just can't let go of each other. Don't get me wrong, I'm very happy for her, I just don't think it's going to last....
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So there's this guy in New Hampshire who's been jailed 153 times in 25 years! WTF?! Whatever happened to three strikes and you're out?

Watched some footage from Rock am Ring, the German outdoor festival. The Killers sounded real good. Had no idea they're such a good live band. It's funny, I used to love going to festivals, now I can take one day max,...
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I really appreciated the comments on yesterday's blog. It's cool to hear nice words and advice from strangers because it's not like they HAVE to say anything nice.

This weekend is Europride in Zurich. For people who don't know, it's a huge gay festival that takes place in a different European city each year. I mention this because our agency did the TV commercial.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57m6KvBZXj8...
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Totally exhausted from work today. This corporate design job really sucks the life out of me. These are the projects I hate about advertising. They are boring and tedious. And of course it didn't help matters to argue with my Art Director all day long... They never care about content, only their designs. I sometimes get the feelings the relationship between copywriters and graphic designers...
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