Have you ever had one of those days where everything just falls into place? Well, today seems like one of those days. I went and had vegan breakfast with a friend and I have to say – it was great. It was great to catch up, the food was great, the service was great and it was actually much easier than expected.
People attach themselves to this idea that there is all this stuff you can’t have rather than focusing on the stuff that you can have – some pretty great fruit and veggies. I don’t eat a lot of meat any way, so that’s a bonus and aside from going to certain restaurants or selecting something different from the menu, I can’t imagine that being a vegan in Melbourne would be all that hard. Although it’s not something I would consider doing permanently, it’s still given me plenty to think about, even if only something for the health benefits.
After breakfast, I took a stroll down Smith St. It feels good to stretch the legs and get the blood flowing. I used to walk home from work, which is probably something I should get back into the habit of doing – some days at least. It’s much better for my back and knees to stay active. There is also a special kind of joy related to putting your iPod on, putting your hands in your coat pockets and enjoying the streets of the fine city in which I frequent. There is no place on earth I would rather live.
Another reason why I love Melbourne is for the gigs. I went and saw Daryl Braitwaite do his thing at The Caravan Club on Friday night. What a magnificent venue that is and what a surprise unit Imogen Brough, who was support is. Standing outside the venue before the gig I could hear some of what was going on inside and granted, judging someone on the way they sound through a few walls is not the best way to go about things, however what I was hearing left me none too skeptical. Once I got inside it was a different story. I also love the way that The Caravan Club has that old theatre style vibe about it. I only wish I lived closer to the venue! (Although maybe not, I’d be there a hell of a lot more if I did)
Anyway, song of the day is Need Your Love by Temper Trap. The latest song by Daryl is Not Too Late and I gotta say, I really like it. It kinda reminds me a little of Temper Trap which got me listening to them this weekend. Not Too Late would have been today’s song, however there is no bloody YouTube clip for it. Have some Temper Trap instead. They’re good too.
help me, calliope 