Well, it's been approximately forever, so I figured I'd go ahead and update.
I have to admit, America's Next Top Model was one of the good shows up until two nights ago. Those wretched producers decided that Heather wasn't getting them as much publicity any more, so they dropped her like a hot potato.
I just feel terrible knowing that she's going to go home and watch like ten different episodes in which she gets bashed and bruised by the girls who she, in her farewell letter, referred to as "family". For her mental wellbeing, I wish she had left before it could get so bad.
I won't go on some tirade about how we should all boycott the show, because I will most likely be watching it again next week. I'm addicted to reality television, sue me.
Friday, November 30, 2007
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Generic Media-driven Babblings
Generic media and etc. a la jour:
The Charlotte Bobcats, who I am quite partial to [why yes, that IS NBA!], are starting to pick up the pieces from their recent two-straight losses of over thirty points and demolished the Pacers last night. Unfortunately I was attending to unexpectedly worthless tasks last night and could not make it to the game, as I usually would religiously. Okafor put up 25 points, bringing the team up to a 20-2 run in the fourth quarter, winning the game for them. Ryan Hollins and Jason Richardson were again worthless and unfortunate players, Richardson more so. We need somebody good. The Celtics get Allen and Garnett, and who do we get? ..Dudley. Who the hell is Jared Dudley?!
Movie-wise:
Movie of the Week: Pride and Prejudice.
This is the best of the Jane Austen movies. No competition. As much as I dislike Kiera Knightley, anyone else would have killed the movie for me. She has a great accent for the time period in which the movie was set [we're going to guess, some time around Napoleon's reign? I think they mentioned him a couple times in there..]. Mr. Darcy, whoever he was, was wonderfully played, the dialog was snappy and sharp, and the scenery was beautiful. The plot, though cliche, was well-performed and everything was just GREAT. Sense and Sensibility induced a long nap after having seen this movie. I love Pride and Prejudice. Buy it now.
Bee Movie was good too; bring the kids.
Hollywood wise:
Sadly, it seems that The Office is about finished for now. According to TMZ, 102 people from the NBC show were laid off, leading most to assume that the show has been shut down. One report states that Steve Carrell refused to enter the set through a crowd of picketing writers. Well look what you did, Stevie! No, no, I'm only joking, but.. I'm sort of not. Boooo..
The Charlotte Bobcats, who I am quite partial to [why yes, that IS NBA!], are starting to pick up the pieces from their recent two-straight losses of over thirty points and demolished the Pacers last night. Unfortunately I was attending to unexpectedly worthless tasks last night and could not make it to the game, as I usually would religiously. Okafor put up 25 points, bringing the team up to a 20-2 run in the fourth quarter, winning the game for them. Ryan Hollins and Jason Richardson were again worthless and unfortunate players, Richardson more so. We need somebody good. The Celtics get Allen and Garnett, and who do we get? ..Dudley. Who the hell is Jared Dudley?!
Movie-wise:
Movie of the Week: Pride and Prejudice.
This is the best of the Jane Austen movies. No competition. As much as I dislike Kiera Knightley, anyone else would have killed the movie for me. She has a great accent for the time period in which the movie was set [we're going to guess, some time around Napoleon's reign? I think they mentioned him a couple times in there..]. Mr. Darcy, whoever he was, was wonderfully played, the dialog was snappy and sharp, and the scenery was beautiful. The plot, though cliche, was well-performed and everything was just GREAT. Sense and Sensibility induced a long nap after having seen this movie. I love Pride and Prejudice. Buy it now.
Bee Movie was good too; bring the kids.
Hollywood wise:
Sadly, it seems that The Office is about finished for now. According to TMZ, 102 people from the NBC show were laid off, leading most to assume that the show has been shut down. One report states that Steve Carrell refused to enter the set through a crowd of picketing writers. Well look what you did, Stevie! No, no, I'm only joking, but.. I'm sort of not. Boooo..
Saturday, November 3, 2007
Oh, thrilling!
My first post!
Oh I'm so excited.
Allow me to explain a few things.
My thoughts are all over the place, you will never see two related posts anywhere near one another [if you do, inform me immediately!!]
Secondly, the title. "Intent to Start a Fire" represents two aspects of my life.
First off, my day-to-day goal is, as most of you can relate to, to enjoy myself. Some days, that involves the innovative use of conversation. For instance, if there is an argument that I am sure I can win, whether I mean to or not, I will eventually initiate it. This might not make a whole lot of sense.
An example: One day I learned through Google [God love it] about stem cell research, and the procedures involved. I was quite thrilled to have obtained this knowledge, and I proceeded to mention it over dinner. While I meant no harm, we soon began to have a heated debate over the morality of the situation and the definition of life, whilst I basked in the joy of having my arguments already outlined and perfected. I won, and winning arguments is something that I enjoy very much. Daily goal accomplished.
Point being, I prepare for my day with the knowledge that eventually, I will start a "fire". It is unavoidable.
Secondly, I will have nothing to do with apathy. A wise man once said, "Be decisive, even if it is the wrong decision." I plan to do great things with my life, and I wish to change something, no matter how small. We should all have goals, and we should all feel passionately about something. As you grow older, do you plan to do something great with your life, to "start a fire"? Or will you watch the others do it for you?
Oh so seriously said, today, but I assure you, it's temporary.
Goodbye for now!
Oh I'm so excited.
Allow me to explain a few things.
My thoughts are all over the place, you will never see two related posts anywhere near one another [if you do, inform me immediately!!]
Secondly, the title. "Intent to Start a Fire" represents two aspects of my life.
First off, my day-to-day goal is, as most of you can relate to, to enjoy myself. Some days, that involves the innovative use of conversation. For instance, if there is an argument that I am sure I can win, whether I mean to or not, I will eventually initiate it. This might not make a whole lot of sense.
An example: One day I learned through Google [God love it] about stem cell research, and the procedures involved. I was quite thrilled to have obtained this knowledge, and I proceeded to mention it over dinner. While I meant no harm, we soon began to have a heated debate over the morality of the situation and the definition of life, whilst I basked in the joy of having my arguments already outlined and perfected. I won, and winning arguments is something that I enjoy very much. Daily goal accomplished.
Point being, I prepare for my day with the knowledge that eventually, I will start a "fire". It is unavoidable.
Secondly, I will have nothing to do with apathy. A wise man once said, "Be decisive, even if it is the wrong decision." I plan to do great things with my life, and I wish to change something, no matter how small. We should all have goals, and we should all feel passionately about something. As you grow older, do you plan to do something great with your life, to "start a fire"? Or will you watch the others do it for you?
Oh so seriously said, today, but I assure you, it's temporary.
Goodbye for now!
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