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July 27th I road tripped to Oregon to see the Flaming Lips perform at Mcmenamins Edgefield. Unfortunately, I wasn't in the right state of mind to be taking photos Electronics were a little too intimidating to function, and the music waves were totally blowing my mind.. dude.. (lol).

From my experience with live performances their visual show and stage presence ranks high. I admire The Flaming Lips for their strength and resilience through their struggles as band. If you happen to be a fan (and have not already seen it) you should definitely check out the documentary Fearless Freaks.

I have seen the Flaming Lips numerous times. Actually, the photos that I attached are from 2011 when I saw them in Atlanta at the Tabernacle. iPhones really do take kick ass pictures! The crowd energy varies from venue to venue. Of course I prefer West Coast venues, being from California and all. The audience has a much more enthusiastic vibe, and liberal attitude.

Oh, and I ate a burger today. I don't feel any guilt because it was a very Happy Cow (local/free range/hormone free). I am anemic, and have figured out that a portion of red meat every month is a necessity. Seriously, I turn in a Psycho-bitch-out-of-hell if I don't eat properly. Overall my diet is Pescatarian. For those of you who are unaware of this term, it means that the only meat I eat is seafood. My personal belief is that one should not eat an unhealthy domesticated animals. Especially if they are not to deal with the reality of/willing to slaughter, etc the animal themselves.

I have worked on a ranch, and let's just say I am very aware of what goes down. Also, I love to fish! I have caught Salmon and Halibut, and my dad taught me how to descale/fillet.

I am against animal cruelty, but I am also a realist. First world life, the way it exists now, cannot exist without animal cruelty. So if you enjoy your luxuries as a first world-er, just remember other animals (including people) are dying to support our lifestyles.