| Another One Bites The Dust |
[Jul. 8th, 2009|07:02 am] |
My laptop died yesterday.
It wouldn't load up at all. Fortuneately I had been noticing as of late that its been acting pretty fussy, what with random black screens, turning off, refusing to turn off, so I saved a whole ton of stuff on my flash drives. Today I am going to Best Buy to buy a new computer friend.
It will most likely be a Dell Studio 15 Laptop w/Intel Core Duo Processor T-6500. Though I am coming around to the idea of getting an Eee as a back up for stuff. I tend to panic buy the next laptop.
Batsojopo? JarodRussell? Remember how I emailed the new A&O stuff to you? And the new Jeremiah stuff? Now I think the Jeremiah stuff is safe, but the A&O stuff is the only stuff I might lose so please don't delete those emails. |
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| Library Love |
[Jul. 4th, 2009|06:22 pm] |
This is my first library.
http://www.flls.org/auroralib/
This is where I had to pick *just five* new books to last from saturday to saturday. Libraries are a good thing, and we don't think about them enough. As much as I love my Kindle, I can't forget that my love of reading started here, in a building that was completely out of place and yet will always be the standard I hold libraries to. The scent of books and wood, knowing if it wasn't there, you could just fill out a slip and *request* what you wanted to read, and the Fingerlakes Interlibrary Loan System would get it to you! My sister reminded me just the other day how my mom and dad would set aside time on Saturday morning to stop at the library. Yes, we had to drive to the dump and throw away trash... But then there would be books!
People say that those who buy Kindles don't love books. I beg to differ. |
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| Unpopular fan opinions by Rap |
[Jun. 28th, 2009|08:43 am] |
I haven't done this in a while. Feel free to flame me or agree or whatever.
1. You know what? The movie Star Wars? The origanal? Isn't really that good. I've suspected for some time that it's amazing popularity in the 1970s is mostly due to the sudden leap in special effects and the fact that the cheap actors hired had some talent. Oh, and the soundtrack is gorgeous. But sitting down and watching it because its so massively incredible? I dunno.... It's a nice action flick. Thats about it.
2. The Sarah Connor Chronicles didn't get canceled because no one would give it a chance. It got canceled because it was expensive to make and confusing to watch and follow and there's a point where even a dullard should be able to figure out the obvious answer to Skynet's John Connor problems - send back a Terminator to kill Sarah Connor's parent's as children in the 1950s. They have the technology.
3. Battlestar Galactica would have been a much better show if Ron Moore hadn't allowed his affection for certain actors and characters get in the way of natural storytelling. No, Katee Sackhoff fans, not refering to her. I'm referring to Mary McDonnel - who I love - and whose character realistically shouldn't have lived to the end of the show. Also refering to James Callis, who I also like, whose character literally had *nothing* to do for two entire seasons and who realistically never should have survived past New Caprica. A lot of the sheer *stupid* of season three and four centered around giving Baltar something to do. Oh, and watching Roslin slowly die despite her miracle healing earlier.
4. Michael Trucco is incredibly pretty and he's a terrible actor.
5. I liked Donna on Doctor Who. I liked how she wasn't interested in the Doctor sexually. I liked that she was funny and would stand up for herself to the point of stubbornness. My only gripe about Donna was that she seemed a bit old to be a companion but otherwise I liked her fine. |
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| How to tell if yer getting older |
[Jun. 27th, 2009|05:04 pm] |
Ironically I am 37 and I still get seriously carded for beer and wine. But...
Not only do I have carpal tunnel problems....
I've worn out the velcro on a wrist brace and had to buy a new one! |
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| Michael Jackson has died |
[Jun. 25th, 2009|03:24 pm] |
I feel bad for his family, but I really question the need for Katie Couric to do a Special CBS News Report.
I also thought he lived in Bahrain. Ah well. I liked his earlier music. Didn't like his child touching issues as much. I'm thinking accidental overdose. |
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| Apparently our long national nightmare is over.... |
[Jun. 22nd, 2009|04:56 pm] |
Or perhaps this should be "The Next Installment of TLC's Entitlement Whores".
http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20286254,00.html
Yup, Jon and Kate are getting divorced! Mind you, I am not delighting in this, because these idiots have eight kids who are no doubt even more scarred now, but really... can we just get these narcissistic breeders off TV?
They're idiots. Worse, they crapped out a zillion kids and immediately ran to get charity. Now Kate whines and moans to everyone in ear shot that this is how they *have* to live in order to afford the kids.
Fuck you, bitch. You just don't want to work AND you want to have nice things. So instead of sucking it up, the way a lot of parents *have to* since they didn't shit out a litter while hopped up on fertility drugs, you whored out the kids to be viewed. Then when your idiot husband tries to be a man and find his dick with someone else (and no love, Jon - I hate adultery) instead of *JUST DEALING WITH IT* you have to interview on everything and every show about the state of your marriage. And *THEN* you have the gall to bitch about the paparazzi you intentionally fed.
Here's what *other* people do when they have eight kids. They get jobs. Sometimes they have to give up having the giant house loaded with toys. Sometimes they can't have a personal chef and a nanny and a bodyguard. Maybe if you did that- you wouldn't need the show where your kids are shown again and again in humilating circumstances.
But you need a big house and fancy trips so I guess it's ok to sell your children's privacy.
On a side note, the other entitlement whore family show Little People Big World had a lesser "are you shitting me you're this goddamn greedy" moment.
So the dwarf son is going to Ireland to play soccer in the World Dwarf Games. So Daddy Roloff sends out a plea to the corporate world to sponsor Zach's team. And sure enough, they find ten sponsors so each kid on the team pretty much gets a 3k trip for free.
Zach and his elite dwarf soccer team the STATESMEN will be making the incredible journey to Belfast, Ireland this July to represent America as they compete in the 5th Annual World Dwarf Games!
Zach has received an incredible response from all of you! Our sincere gratitude and appreciation to the many wonderful sponsors (Impact Advertising Specialties, Duggan & Duggan Contractors, Inc., Viking Pools, Fiskars, Mars Veterinary, New Holland, Fitzpatrick Painting, LifeLock, Paul Mitchell, and Ikea) who came forward with their generous support to help make this dream come true!!
Now, if Jon and Kate are making 75k an episode, I'm guessing the Roloffs are making a nice amount of cash themselves. There's no reasonable way to conclude that the Roloffs couldn't pony up the 3k for their own kid. (I'm not questioning the possible need of the other members of the team, only Zach's) Thats one. Second, its going to be *filmed* which means that Zach is getting a paycheck for this. Which means this nineteen year old is getting paid to accept charity. I mean... I'm sorry but you don't accept charity if you don't have a need for it. |
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| The Call Center Ninja Vs "I want my money back!" |
[Jun. 17th, 2009|04:24 pm] |
You know, it *is* true that, depending on what card you use, you do have more recourse when when you pay cash or check and you have a problem with your purchase. It is. Its a nice feature and it helps a lot of people. Its a good thing.
It is not an excuse for you, the consumer to be ridiculous. Let me explain.
( There's NEVER a guarantee! ) |
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| Dragoncon Update |
[Jun. 15th, 2009|07:22 am] |
I've bought my airline ticket :/
I hate to fly :(
This better be worth it! |
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| The End Times Cometh! |
[Jun. 11th, 2009|08:28 pm] |
Tomorrow is the TV Apocolypse!
I *am* prepared! (hugs shotgun, dvds, and beer)
I will be laughing as you unprepared types are all "where are my stories???" |
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| A meme - I told Tin I would do this. |
[Jun. 8th, 2009|08:00 am] |
1. Your Middle Name:
2. Age:
3. Single or Taken:
4. Favorite Movie:
5. Favorite Song or Album:
6. Favorite Band/Artist:
7. Dirty or Clean:
8. Tattoos and/or Piercings:
9. Do we know each other outside of LJ?
10. What's your philosophy on life?
11. Is the bottle half-full or half-empty?
12. Would you keep a secret from me if you thought it was in my best interest?
13. What is your favorite memory of us?
14. What is your favorite guilty pleasure?
15. Tell me one odd/interesting fact about you:
16. You can have three wishes (for yourself, so forget all the 'world peace etc' malarky) - what are they?
17. Can we get together and make a cake?
18. Which country is your spiritual home?
19. What is your big weakness?
20. Do you think I'm a good person?
21. What was your best/favorite subject at school?
22. Describe your accent
23. If you could change anything about me, would you?
24. What do you wear to sleep?
25. Trousers or skirts?
26. Cigarettes or alcohol?
27. If I only had one day to live, what would we do together? (If you have no idea, just say something crazy, it'll entertain me!)
28. Will you repost this so I can fill it out for you? |
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| On Twilight |
[Jun. 4th, 2009|10:28 am] |
You know what? I am not a book snob. I'm not, and I am kinda proud of that. I mean really, just because a book, or an author has a bad rep, that doesn't mean I won't try it. And... and this is important - I'm not opposed to vampire stories. In fact, I've read a lot.
( Vampires aren't cool )
So basically this was like reading a Harlequin set in high school. And you know, I don't care enough about high school love to read more. |
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| MOTHERFUCKER! |
[Jun. 2nd, 2009|10:03 pm] |
Bear Grylls and *Fucking dumbass Will Fucking Ferrall* on Man VS Wild.....
I rappelled ONCE off a helicopter!
I am not ashamed to admit I was fucking terrified. Good for Will!
Now they are in Swedan!
Will eats a Twinkie while Bear slides down a mountain! Bear is a MAN! Bear takes Will down the Swedish gully and frozen riverbed. There's a danger of falling thru ice and not drinking enoiugh water.
They have a lot of fucking gear >:(
I mean.... I have seen Bear make rapelling gear out of sheep guts! He tries so hard with Will to prevent frostbite :(
Fucking Will Farrell.
Now Bear allows Will to be his belay partner! This better not end badly!
Will! Just hold the belay rope! (Yes this is clearly staged but still)
Bear is like fucking MacGuyver! Bear does a cooltechnique to rapell them 100 feet! In fairness I feel for Will. I was *shaking* when I first rapelled off a cliff.
They made it! In fairness, rapelling is not that dangerous with *rope*.
Hmmm I don't know that I needed to see Bear or Will Farrell urinate.
Bear makes snowshoes out of birch.
Will and Bear pee again.
OOOH a reindeer carcass! Bear wants to eat the head and tongue! Will is game. Until Bear tells him to tear off the leg.Bear wants to eat the eye.
Bear and Will build a hut. Bear comments how Will is cold and will die soon unless he saves Will.
They start a fire and roast the deer head. Will eats the eyeball. To be fair to Will, he's fairly cool. Will almost cries tho.
In the morning they eat the dear head. Will imitates Bear's accent. I secretly suspect the camera guys have radios. Will is forced to climb a tree for the cameras. Heh... Will has a safety rope on the tree.
Will randomly tackles Bear. Its funny. Will is a good sport and seems to genuinely enjoy the experience and watch the eagles. Good for Will.(see? Rap isn't a total bitch)
They walk along a steep incline and a frozen waterfall. They walk up the waterfall.Then they slide down - i think this was apointless task. Then Will goes to poo.That was something I didn't need to know about.
Bear and Fucking Will Farrell try to signal the helicopter. Bear makes Fucking Will light the fire with a fucking tinder kit! I mean.... its a fucking tinder kit!Oooh Helicopter! This isn't staged at all! Fucking Will Farrell almost falls off the chopper!
Good fun. Bear made Fucking Will Farrel his survival bitch |
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| The reason for the season... |
[May. 24th, 2009|05:13 pm] |
Just a thought while we gorge on barbeque
In Flanders Field - By John McCrae
IN FLANDERS FIELDS the poppies blow
Between the crosses row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields. |
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| An accomplishment |
[May. 24th, 2009|12:24 pm] |
The Wii told me I could take a break because I exercised for 50 minutes :D
Then it hissed "Put down the ice cream!"
But still |
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| A better update since I am not at work |
[May. 19th, 2009|04:05 pm] |
(cracks open wine)
So, my company which will not be named announced publically that there was *another* layoff brewing yesterday.
Which was a lil nervewracking because we had a sudden, unscheduled off the phone meeting announced at 11am. For those not up on corporate etiquette, the fired are usually taken away from their desks and booted.
But no - the announcement was that we were all safe. Phew!
And then I got my year review and I got a raise! :)
Kind of a surprise. |
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| Static? |
[May. 19th, 2009|12:59 pm] |
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That thing I was worried about? I am safe. Update later. |
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| Interesting... But not surprising |
[May. 12th, 2009|08:43 am] |
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/news/e3i5c6f976cbed5f4a9e266366eca59135d
The interesting thing to BSG fans is that Katee Sackhoff's pilot is not likely to get picked up. That's too bad... But I can't say I am particularly shocked by it.
That's nothing to do with Katee - I think the tv market is super saturated with crime procedurals and "Lost and Found" sounds almost identical to "Cold Case" with a little "Without a Trace" thrown in. There's only so many shows that can work on the same premise. I'd personally prefer to see Katee in something that didn't strongly resemble the Starbuck character anyway.
And "V" is getting a go-head. This also doesn't surprise me, although it does bug. Personally I adored "V - The Miniseries" and I think the worst thing they did to the premise was turn it into a weekly show. I know we are working a trend where shows are "reimagined" but honestly, I liked V's WW2 allegory and I will be surprised if that stays. Because really, I somehow think humans will be strapping on explosives and blowing up alien strongholds a la Islamic terrorists and a la Battlestar Galactica. Which isn't necessarily an improvement to the story.
Eta there's a link now to what I am babbling about :) |
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| Creepy |
[May. 10th, 2009|12:30 pm] |
According to "Dominick Dunne's Power, Priveledge and Justice", I live right down the street from a murderer :)
Good thing the guy went to jail and all :) |
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