couple of people who really changed/inspired/moved/affected me in some way or another.
Leo Tolstoy-for his insightful writings on how to live well and live deeply. for his commitment to the good of humanity, the respect towards animal life, his pacifism and anarchistic beliefs.
Paul Thomas Anderson- for his intense, frantic, ambitious films about family, love, loneliness, and other shizz. for making Punch Drunk Love and Magnolia, two of my fave movies.
Animal Collective-these guys called Avey Tare, Deakon, Panda Bear and Geologist. for making optimistic, freakish, magical, true alternative music without being stuck up or unapproachable. for making songs like The Purple Bottle, Winter's Love, Doggy, and Brothersport.
Tim and Eric- having a wildly absurd, offbeat, scary good sense of humor. for making me laugh at things that don't make any sense. for not relying on actual jokes to be funny. for making me cringe and laugh hysterically at the same time.
Miranda July-for her art, music, lit, films, whatever she does. for her sweetness and strange sense of humor when dealing with risky, messy subjects. for being a first timer who wins major awards at major fests.
Dad-for significantly influencing so many factors in my life. for our deep discussions and pondering. for supporting our decisions and being an open and accepting person. for your loud mock yelling. for your "Quincy-speak". for your homemade pizza recipe. for helping us learn how to skateboard and building a jungle gym in the yard. for making home videos with us when we were little. for your love of good conversation and music. for your love and impact in our family, among other things.
tanks.
