It's around 10 AM on Friday and I have the urge to make super cheesy time traveling jokes. But we're in Osaka, I've eaten my weight in food and have the urge to go exploring but I'm not sure if there's time. But the sun is out, it feels sort of warm and yeah…I'm going to go have to go wander around for a little bit. But first! I should actually write something of substance before I go get lost and piss off my tour manager. Tour has been crazy in a really good way. I've really missed being on the road and living out of a suitcase. Is that sad? Maybe a little, I don't know. It's just been fun to get out and play shows every night. I'm sure eventually we'll all get really sick of each other though.
(Kidding. I think!)
We've been opening for Lennix since last week and I have to say it's been a lot of fun. Have you seen her stage? It's insane in the best way possible. I think I'll be dreaming about huge cupcakes for the rest of my life now. I've been battling some major jet lag, which really means I nap on people randomly and am up at 3 and 4 AM consistently. I'm sure when I get back home I'll be up at random hours too but oh well, small price to pay. I was a little nervous coming to Europe, Russia and Asia just because….well, I didn't think anyone would know who the hell we were. I was also afraid people would hate us. I'm not above crap getting thrown at me though so I was expecting the worst. But the crowds have been really great so far. I understand what it's like to have to sit through an opener you're not familiar with. But I think we're up for the challenge and so far, so good. I think it was a good first step to playing more over here and getting our music exposed to people who might not have heard of us/checked us out otherwise.
I've done a lot of shopping when we've had the time off (aka: the munchkin is going to be rolling in trinkets by the time I get home). I may have to find another bag just to get everything home. I think a part of me feels a little guilty running off to play ~rockstar~ but I know he's in good hands...and getting more spoiled by the minute. We've gotten to Skype a few times, which is the best invention ever isn't it? It helps me at least be certain that he hasn't aged 10 years or grown too much since I've been gone. I don't know when I'll get home to see him in person so Skyping and e-mailing and everything else helps a lot. Plus I know his grandparents (and his dad, uncles) are taking very good care of him.
Know who else I miss? The fiance. Which yes, makes me giggle like a fool still. It probably will forever, even after we're married (which !!!). I forgot how weird it is when you're both on tour and sort of randomly wave at each other when you pass each other on an interstate somewhere (not really but you get the picture). It helps that the ~internet~ exists, and yes we Skype!date a lot which is nice. I'm excited I get to see him next week. I think it's next week at least? I win at remembering dates/days of the week apparently!
So yeah. I'm going to go get lost in Osaka for a little bit and quit rambling. I mean, I can ramble with the best of them but even that gets old after awhile. Plus! JAPAN! Needs exploring obviously. But first...a question (insert Jeopardy music here?) SPRING, SUMMER OR FALL?
