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Live It Up

Live It Up

I don’t know what it is about good live performances, but one good show can seem to melt all your cares away, and keep you in a good mood for days afterward. However live shows can get quite pricey! Many times the cost of a great show you want to see can make you feel uncomfortable. On one hand, you want to be wise with what you spend your hard earned money on. On the other hand, you want to see that awesome show! What to do? Well, as with many things – there’s a happy middle ground.

If you are looking to catch a live show, but don’t have much money to spend, the local bar is a great place to look. Many small, independent bands will go on bar tours to form a fan base. The band gains exposure to new fans, and you get to see a show for a budget friendly price. Bars will often only charge a small cover fee to get into their shows. Many times you may even find one with no charge at all. These are the perfect scenes to sit around and have a drink with a friend while enjoying some new and interesting music.

If you are not quite old enough for bars yet, fear not as there are still ways to enjoy cheap music. Small community theaters will often book independent bands, and sell tickets to the show for cheap. If music is not your thing, these theaters also often host poetry readings, plays, and magic shows, so you’re bound to find something that fits your taste and budget.

Another great place to catch live entertainment is are fairs. The great thing about this option is you can sometimes see many different things for just the entry price. These fairs are often held in large fields, and last all day with different events that everyone can enjoy.

However some of you might not like new music, you would much rather see a classic rock band. The problem with this can be that many of them stopped performing awhile ago. If you pay attention though, many cover bands have come around that play these older songs. This can be a hit or miss, but sometimes you don’t know until you try. Some of these cover bands can actually be quite good and come at a pretty affordable price.

Hang Out With Animals

Hang Out With Animals

hang-out-with-animals-thumbYou always hear people say dog is mans best friend, but never really think much of it. It really might be true though. Think about it. An animal appreciates you no matter what you look like, what your skills are or what your status in life is. An animal will like you just for you, and will never judge you. This is more than you can say about other people sometimes. This is one of the reasons being around an animal can make you feel good. As long as you pay attention to it and treat it well, it will like you.

There are many other benefits to being around animals. Sometimes when I have had a bad day, I can hold my cat for a few minutes and all of a sudden I feel a bit better. Come on who could be mad when those big eyes look up at you? Animals are smart too, sometimes it seems like they can almost tell if you are upset sometimes. I got into a car accident a few years ago, and my cat would stay on my bed from the time I woke up until i kicked her out when it was time for bed. Animals can be great companions, and can always be there when you need them.

Animals, especially cats and dogs, can also be fun to play with. Dogs are great for people who have an active lifestyle and spend a lot of time outside. They are great to run around the yard with and play catch. Cats can also be really fun to play with. Get a long string and dangle it in front of a cat. It will make them go crazy! Although no cat toy is quite as fun as a lazer. You have never seen a cat jump and lose it’s mind until you point a lazer at the wall.

Along the same lines animals can also be a great source of entertainment. I’m sure you have all been around a parrot at some point in your life. Parrots are very unique since they can mimick sounds around them. You can teach these birds to say things, or just watch and see what they pick up. Be aware though, they are still animals so watch what you say around them. You don’t want them repeating certian things in the wrong company.

Now i know animals can be quite expensive, and be kind of a hassle to maintain. However, you do not have to own an animal to enjoy their company. Chances are you know someone who has an animal that you can play with for a few hours. You can have a fun time and maybe even improve your mood a bit. The animal will probably appreciate it too since they love attention.