Atlanta tornado

Nearly two years ago a tornado came through downtown Atlanta. I drove through it. It was crazy! Longest and most stressful drive of my entire life.

I am thinking of this today because I remember that particular day was a Friday. It was the Friday before St. Patrick's Day and I was making my way home to Savannah for the celebrations. What is normally a four or five hour drive was eight that night.

Also on that night there were a lot of people in town and downtown at the Georgia Dome for a basketball championship. Luckily, the game went into overtime. Had it not, all of those people would have been out on the street at that time. 

I am also thinking of the homeless man that lost his life in the tornado that night. I wonder what his story was. Did he have a family? If he did, I hope they found peace. 

American Idol Standouts

Yes, American Idol has sucked me in. I am ashamed. But then again I am not. I love anything related to music so what can I do?

Katelyn Epperly's rendition of Coldplay's Scientist gave me chills. I loved everything she did with the song. I was sad to see her go last night but I don't think we've seen the last of her.

The Goslasbi Challenge

What's next up for Darius Goes West? Well, eating mouthfuls of wasabi, of course! 

The DGW crew has initiated the Goslasbi Challenge. But Nicole, what is Goslasbi? Well, that's where this video comes in.



So, who is up for eating a mouthful of wasabi for a good cause?

30 Before Thirty

I have been inspired by Nicole (by the way, awesome name!) at Making it Lovely to start my own 30 Before Thirty list.

I will be 30 in May 2012. Hey, isn't that the year the world is suppose to end?

I WILL BE 30 IN JUST OVER TWO YEARS. Okay, shock over. Where has the time gone? 

So, I should actually take some time and think of some good stuff to put on this list, huh?

{image/concept by Nicole Balch}

Other home

Huds and I are missing 9122.

Not sure Stella Bella is, but she is a cat...what does she know? ;)

Turkish Bazaar

Fell in love with these Turkish bowls I saw on Decor8. I just find the colors and design/texture gorgeous.

They were purchased from Istanbul's Grand Bazaar. Here is, Iznikium, an online Turkish bazaar though.

Also featured on grits&lime.

Guess who came to Savannah yesterday?

The President of United States!

It doesn't matter what party you are affiliated with. It is downright cool when the Commander in Chief of the UNITED STATES comes to your hometown. This doesn't happen every day.

Here is President Obama eating at Mrs. Wilkes. Sitting next to him is Savannah's Mayor Otis Johnson.