Northern Disclosure
Taft Technology Center
Posted by Alicia on May 21, 2008
The brand new Taft Center already has a problem. Read more and add a comment
In Defense
Posted by Alicia on May 21, 2008
Interview with Phil Kidd on Lincoln Avenue. Read more and add a comment
Defend and Shout
Posted by Alicia on April 30, 2008
Here's a link to an interesting video featuring Defend Youngstown and Shout Youngstown. Read more and add a comment
On the Edge of Homesickness
Posted by Alicia on April 15, 2008
Saturday night found me, unpredictably, experiencing a home away from home situation in Cleveland. Read more and add a comment
In Parentheses
Posted by Alicia on April 10, 2008
Well, after a social networking hiatus, I’m back on Facebook for who knows long again. I had given it up (along with Myspace) early this fall after I started to feel that I just didn’t truly, personally know all 500 of my “friends.” And so I’m back (from outer space, you might say,) at least on Facebook, because one day I was bored. Really that’s it. Living on your own in a new city over a year has its perks, but it also has its drawbacks. Having a hard time meeting new people and missing your old friends is surely one of them. Read more and add a comment
A Broader Scope
Posted by Alicia on March 25, 2008
A friend of mine in Washington (the state, not the District,) Toni, sent me her morning horoscope over email. I received it when I returned to my computer after a workout in my apartment’s tiny gym in the basement. I don’t typically believe in the validity of astrology, but I love Toni, and in the short time while we both lived in Cleveland, her friendship meant a great deal to me and she taught me a little something about openness and trust. Read more and add a comment
What Everyone Needs
Posted by Alicia on March 10, 2008
Two weeks ago my boyfriend went to see “Juno” with me at the Cedar Lee. I was overly excited about the movie ever since viewing the preview before watching “No Country For Old Men” recently. He had, after seeing the preview, said he thought “Juno” would be overly precious, and despite the fact that it was, and that it was also, as my co-worker said, a little contrived, we enjoyed it hugely. Read more and add a comment
Appreciation is the Word
Posted by Alicia on March 2, 2008
And, yet, that was the point at which I started to feel odd and somewhat ashamed of my youth and impatience. Not my age, mind you, or my maturity level which I feel is pretty on-par for being 4 years out of a 6-year college plan. It’s just that I looked around. (The Sadies, The Trashmen) Read more and add a comment
Loving on the Sadies
Posted by Alicia on March 1, 2008
Since moving to Cleveland, I've taken a renewed interest in finding awesome music I haven't heard before. I've paid attention to more than just the radio. I've looked into local performers. I've asked friends, acquaintances, and people on the street who they are listening to. And some of the answers (like, “The voices,” for instance) were a little creepy. But for the most part my quest has led me to some worthwhile discoveries, including the Sadies. Read more and add a comment
Open and Shut [Universal]Us
Posted by Alicia on February 20, 2008
“So this is how guys [in relationships] talk when their [significant other] isn’t around,” I mused. And then there was some guffawing and maybe general agreement. I couldn’t tell, because I was deep in thought, lost in the tangled reflection that is gender role, behavior, and stereotype. Read more and add a comment
Cormac McCarthy’s “The Road”
Posted by Alicia on February 16, 2008
There are times, I was musing quietly on Valentine’s Day after I received some very disappointing news (and no, it wasn’t about the boyfriend) in which how you are doesn’t matter where you happen to be or where you came from. And the two characters in “The Road,” a father and his young son, are in the same location. Heading in the same direction. Looking back on similar pasts. The father has known life before the despair hit, before survival was just for more anguish. All the son has known is grey, damp, and cold surroundings, and skin that clings to his bones as one of the few articles he’s got to wear. Read more and add a comment
Rebel Without Reason
Posted by Alicia on January 16, 2008
Politician Ron Paul didn’t say mean things, but he is paying for someone else’s racist words, which happened to be published under his name. It’s all quite scandalous and suspicious and I’m not really sure what I think of it. Despite the fact that they weren’t his words exactly – freedom of speech notwithstanding – bigotry is simply unacceptable; it bears his brand and thus he’s holding some responsibility. It is also a testament to the fact that if you are ever The Boss, you may find yourself taking one for The Team. Read more and add a comment
Hey, Waitress!
Posted by Alicia on December 28, 2007
Maybe I'm just being picky, but I think the modern service industry is slipping. Read more and add a comment
Home For the Holidays
Posted by Alicia on December 27, 2007
You can’t always go back to the place you grew up once you’ve moved away. Read more and add a comment
The Need for Change
Posted by Alicia on December 18, 2007
It’s hard to be hopeful about generosity...When someone asks me for money or food on the street (and granted, they usually ask for money,) I always hesitate. I don’t search my pockets, but my heart, in those moments. Those moments before I usually shrug and shake my head and say, “No, I’m sorry, I can’t tonight.” I can’t tonight, and I can’t most nights. Read more and add a comment
The Book Was Better
Posted by Alicia on December 6, 2007
Beowulf the movie is a spectacular cinematic event that, despite the hype, still manages to shield the hero's man-parts from public view. Might they be taking a few lessons from the Youngstown drag queens? Read more and add a comment
Media Reports Drunk Driving Crash
Posted by Alicia on November 22, 2007
Entire town fails to wait before throwing stones. Read more and add a comment
The Darjeeling Limited, Sweet Short
Posted by Alicia on November 18, 2007
Feels like an indie film, but without all the pretension. Read more and add a comment
Town Called Heartbreak: Bruce Springsteen in Cleveland
Posted by Alicia on November 11, 2007
If given the chance, I would have Bruce Springsteen's babies. Read more and add a comment
Race Regard
Posted by Alicia on October 29, 2007
Black people and white people: they both have toes. Most of the time. Just kidding. Really, this blog is about seeing things, and how we'll probably never really get it. Read more and add a comment
Revitalization
Posted by Alicia on October 22, 2007
The Walruss was the Jesus of journalism; and, Youngstown's melancholy sadness. Read more and add a comment
Commencement
Posted by Alicia on October 21, 2007
Tree-hugging college graduate goes grocery shopping. Read more and add a comment
Strangers and Cell Phones
Posted by Alicia on September 17, 2007
Human contact. Is it getting creepier? Read more and add a comment
Britney Spears
Posted by Alicia on September 12, 2007
A blog about pop's tainted princess, processed animal product, and entertainment as a sarcastic, self-serving dog fight to the death. Why do fans feel like they deserve such a big chunk of stars' private lives and dignity? Read more and add a comment
Nine Eleven
Posted by Alicia on September 11, 2007
Today is September 11. It is also the anniversary of nine eleven, and a Tuesday. Read more and add a comment
The Tale of the Bitch and the Virgin
Posted by Alicia on August 30, 2007
More quiet time could do us all some good. Read more and add a comment
Barzak Attack
Posted by Alicia on August 27, 2007
The world as we know it is ending tomorrow. Read more and add a comment
Way Too Close For Functionality
Posted by Alicia on August 21, 2007
"Is a dream a lie if it don't come true?" - Bruce Springsteen Read more and add a comment
Close For Comfort
Posted by Alicia on August 14, 2007
I hit my neighbor's car. Read more and add a comment
Bourne Again
Posted by Alicia on August 6, 2007
Are you there, covert operatives? It's me. Alicia. My take on the latest installment of the Bourne series. Read more and add a comment
Concrete Jungle Does Not a Neighborhood Make
Posted by Alicia on July 16, 2007
Youngstown may have more of a chance at achieving a strong sense of community than somewhere like Boardman, which is perceived as richer than and safer than Youngstown. Why? Read more and add a comment
Meme
Posted by Alicia on July 14, 2007
Northern Disclosure does the Myspace.com survey. (Am I the only one who associates the word "Meme" with breastfeeding?) Read more and add a comment
'Burbalicious
Posted by Alicia on July 7, 2007
Are you tired of people from Boardman and Struthers claiming to be from Youngstown? I'd like to go one step further and say that people who are not from Youngstown should not even be allowed in the city. Who needs them (and their money) anyway? Read more and add a comment
What happens after PubertyPets
Posted by Alicia on July 3, 2007
When virtual pets grow up. Read more and add a comment
Man Versus Nurture
Posted by Alicia on July 2, 2007
I'm pretty sure Mill Creek Park saved my life, at one point. Read more and add a comment
Not so far gone
Posted by Alicia on June 26, 2007
I’m a newly transplanted city dweller. I was raised in a rural community just south of Youngstown but spent a lot of time in Youngstown growing up. When it was time to graduate high school, the question on the tips of my parents’ tongues was primarily, “So you’re going to YSU, right?” Read more and add a comment
