Michael's Musings

"Nasty, Nasty Boys, Don't Ever Change"
Michael Shinafelt

"Hey! Who's that thinkin' nasty thoughts? Nasty boys!

Who's that in that nasty car? Nasty boys!
Who's that eatin' that nasty fruit? Nasty boys!
Who's jammin' to my nasty groove? Nasty boys!" - Nasty, Janet Jackson

A big part of who I am is who I'm not anymore...Happy Pride Month!

I ain't clearing no rumors up. I probably did do it, and if I didn't I might, that's all

Caught The Moment with Charlie XCX on HBO MAX the other day...Loved It!

Sit in rooms where people talk about dreams, not other people

Went for an In -N- Out burger yesterday in Hollywood, the more you know

OK, so imagine we are arguing and I throw a cockroach in your face

BTW if Trump gets any more incoherent, the right wing evangelicals will claim he's speaking in tongues, there's that

Can I call you galaxy without the LAX, think about it, but not too much

Woman Crush of the Week - Charlie XCX saw her film The Moment and now she has a new fan!

Stopped by Hustler Hollywood yesterday on the Blvd IYKYK

Tattoos don't fix your life, but they do make you hot!

Been rewatching Pretty Little Liars, it still holds up and I never tire of it

I'm a Sagittarius and according to Elite Daily "Less" is the perfect Olivia Rodrigo song for my zodiac sign, discuss

Fact: I am the Turtle Whisperer, really I'm not joking

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Hump Day & Chill

Joan Rivers

Pssst! In case you aren't in the loop June is Pride Month and what better way to celebrate it than a Hump Day & Chill with the late, great Joan Rivers

Joan is seen here celebrating Pride at the Sydney, AU Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras in 2009. She loved and was beloved by the community.

During these challenging times I really miss Ms. Rivers. Her razor sharp wit and pointed humor is something that would be a welcome respite, right here, right now.

Thus let's Hump Day & Chill in memory of Joan Rivers today.

Happy Pride Month!

Joan on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joan_Rivers  

You Seem Pretty Sad...

Hollywood, CA

Here is a photo I shot of a mural promoting Olivia Rodrigo's latest album "You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love" in Hollywood, CA

So are you enjoying her latest? I know I am. 

Olivia is officially the most bad ass Gen Z artist out there to me because of her duet with Robert Smith of The Cure "What's Wrong With Me."

"Went to the doctor and she said I was fine

But every movie that I see makes me cry
It's like somebody put a weight on my chest
I should talk to a friend
But I can't get out of bed
My head is spinning and my stomach is sick
Say I'm in love, so it's hard to admit
I can't eat, I can't sleep
I think you're what's wrong with me" 

Mic Drop!!!

Olivia on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/oliviarodrigo/   

Monday Motivation

Cheers!

Here's your Monday Motivation for the week of June 15, 2026:

Chucky of Child's Play fame and a glass of wine.

As you were, carry on!

Chucky on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chucky_(Child%27s_Play)

Walking In LA...

Saw this while walking to my local 7-11 in front of DeSano Pizzeria in my hood. The juxtaposition is what caught my attention.

Let's face it, one of these things is not like the other. DeSano Pizza isn't trash at all, it's delicious!

How this ended up in front of the Pizzeria is beyond me, so I simply accepted it and moved on. 

Carry on, as you were...

DeSano on the WWW -

https://desanopizza.com/  

Thought Of The Day

What? Me Worry???
Michael Shinafelt

When I came across this while surfing, the Internet not waves. I thought this is it! This is my thought for today, and every day.

One of my new mantras as it were. Oh, what is it? Glad you asked:

"Worry Is A Misuse Of Imagination" 

Think about it, but not too much...

Mic Drop!

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"Love For Free"

Photo Credit: Savanna Ruedy

David Archuleta’s evolution as a person and artist are on full display with his latest music offering, “Love For Free” where he taps into the themes of growth through duality.  “Love For Free” finds David getting lost in the upbeat energy of the music while gently shedding the layers of his past that have been brought to light this year with the release of his New York Times bestselling memoir, DEVOUT HERE and embracing who he has become today in 2026.  The release will also feature an additional new track, “Better Than You,” both songs HERE produced by LEVÉ. 

“Love For Free” is about knowing your worth, not dealing with games anymore and setting boundaries. You learn and grow, and this is blossoming into someone who realizes they're not messing with other people unless it's time well spent and with people who have the right intentions and value you as a person.  While “Better Than You” is a song about reminiscing. Nostalgia of a beautiful time that once was. It's also acknowledging the delusional way of seeing someone, only highlighting the brighter days and moments, and not the ugly side and toxic dynamic that may have existed. You still can't help but miss whatever it was. Even if it isn't true how you see it in your head vs how it actually was. Says David

 

LEVÉ shares ““Love For Free” comes from a very real place in David's life, surrounding both family and friendly connections. At its core, it’s all about self-worth and boundaries. It’s a pretty bold way of refining your own standards in any relationship without getting too deep. To me, the song is very fun, and I’m excited to see the energy it brings to David’s catalog.”

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