T-Hybrid

A random guy on the elevator? Yeah...that's not a reliable source. This was a sad thing to hear. A young actor gone right as his career is hitting it's stride. And let's not focus on finger pointing and instead let this play out behind the scenes (okay, that won't happen...but I wish it would).

I've heard about the sequel...and honestly it gives me great concern. See, this movie's unique. It's style and story were presented in a very one-of-a-kind fashion. Any sequel will serve no good purpose but to muck up what made the first so special. For example: Blair Witch Project 2.

Got out and saw Cloverfield yesterday. It was a very entertaining movie, with a good story, characters, and one heck of a monster. But my enjoyment of the film was hindered by the overly abundant use of shaky cam. See, the whole movie is shot from one person's handheld camera...similar to the amatuer style of Blair Witch. So while the chaos unfolds on screen, I (as well as other moviegoers) were holding back their lunch. I had originally planned to get something to eat prior to going, and I sincerely believe had I don so I would've lost it right there in the theater. So take that warning seriously...it's not easy on the stomach. The movie itself, story and whatnot, is a blast. From the moment the attack starts to the end of the movie, you're left on the edge of your seat wondering just what's going on and what caused it all. There are answers hidden amongst the movie, and yes you do see the monster several times in more than just flashes. I highly recommend it, but make sure to bring some Dramamine.

From Olive Garden to IHOP. That's quite a diference. I Am Legend can be pretty intense at moments. But if you made it that far you were almost at the end.

Good question. Would this have happened if Serena was running Linux?

Lots of gift cards, which are always handy to make sure you spend the money on somethign fun and not bills. I have a feeling a time will come when the ultimate gift will be "Credits" or something like in those sci-fi movies.

Let it be known that on this day, I have discovered the center of the universe. It happened while watching CSI this evening at 7:34pm. A commerical came on for Jumper, which I had considered going to up until this point. During the trailer, the main character drops into a couch and turns on a TV. Suddenly a commerical begins to air for HP and Windows, with the main character teleporting randomly in and out of the shot. Then at the end of the HP commerical the main character teleports out and the original commericial finishes as though nothing ever happened. That's right, I have just seen a commericial take a commericial break. ...I'm scared too.

The current big sports story is the whole Roger Clemens steroid thing (it's splattered on most every major sports site so feel free to dig up details if your interested). But that story itself isn't the important one. What I find unusual is the recent developement in which Clemens recorded a phone converstation between him and his trainer. From what I've read in articles (and these are on reputable sights so I trust their research), New York and Texas state law only require permission from one of the parties involved before a conversation can be recorded. So here's what I is spinning through my head. How does that make sense? Of course there will always be one person who's okay with it...that's the person doing the recording. It's almost like saying that it's not considered theft if one of the parties involved agrees to the transaction. You'd think that'd be something they'd specify. But alas... But then, that lead to another fun little though. You know how when you call customer service there's usually a recording that says "For quality/training purposes this call may be monitored or recorded." Now, if they're playing that message, then obviously they consent to the call being recorded. And if I stay on the phone, then by law I've agreed that I'm alright with it as well. So then, if both parties are okay...could I make my own recording without specifically asking permission? Is there a lawyer in the house?

It's more the social aspect that I enjoy, hanging out with people. Eventually meeting new people. It's something I need to do right now since all my friends are still on campus (which is a good hour and a half away and thus not an everyday trip)

I didn't resolve to do anything this year, but a coworker has convinced me to start going to the local community center after work. I'm not fat, and I don't get winded on stairs...but as you can probably guess I live a pretty stationary lifestyle. I've tried in the past to do some working out, but it's never stuck. The idea behind having at least two people is they'll each keep the other motivated, and since I know nothing about what makes a good workout, he's able to give me tips and make sure I'm doing the exercises right. The downside....OW! Since I'm just starting out, my muscles aren't used to the weights. I'm not overloading, but wowza. I lifted Friday and my left arm STILL can't straighten out. But I've been told it's nothing to worry about, so I'm not going to. Hopefully this will turn out well. I've been slimming down since I got off the campus meal plan (buffet style = bad), but I'm still sorta pudgy. I'm not going to hulk out or anything, I just want to get to a consistent healthy tone. If I start lifting cars over my head, I'll post photos.

There was an Internet connection where I was staying while on vacation, but it was dial-up so I took the opportunity to take a break and did just that. Had a blast. Sat in a suite at Center Ice for a Colorado Avalanche game, and had great seats at Invesco Field (at Mile High Stadium) for Broncos/Vikings. Hopefully I'll have some pictures up at some point. X-mas haul wasn't too bad, got Transformers and Simpsons on DVD plus some money. Some desperately needed gloves and hat as well as a paper shredder and a crock pot. Got a slick toolkit as well, which will make my eventual evolution into a handyman all the more smoother. I'll be renewing my XBL subscription with the money I got, as will also be picking up The Orange Box and Zelda: Phantom Hourglass. There's also some Rock Band DLC that I've been meaning to download (most noteably The Police, CCR, and Weezer). Hope everybody else had a great holiday season. Now let's get 2008 started right!

Merry Xmas, CF. But I'm still looking for your qu-...where'd you go?

I'll have computer access, but I think I'm going to take some time off. I'm only up in CO for a week, I'd hate to spend that time surfing. I can do that anytime.

I know not everybody celebrates it, but I do. So Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and all the other celebrations that come this time of year. I'm flying out for the holidays, and will be back in time for New Year's. Normally VGM would fill in for me at a point like this, but I gave him some vacation time. Though I have no idea what he'd do with it. Hope you have a great time over the next few weeks. Don't get too loaded up on holiday dinners, and try not to get bummed out if your team's don't win their various bowls.

You bet. That video is sweet. Was used in some commericals even. Though this year they've got some generic house they put together. Can't say what it's for because some people here aren't old enough to consume it.

TSO is great fun to listen to. Even if WoW is a bit overplayed this time of year.

Is that the same for the Phantoka? I'm just disappointed with the "combination" aspect...since they really don't seem to have a dramatic change in a appearance as a result.

Was out at Wal-Mart this morning to do some last minute shopping, stopped by the LEGO section out of habit and was surprised to see a small selection of Phantoka sets. I'm waiting till after the New Years to do any serious shopping, so I settled for Toa Ignika. It's a pretty cool set. The Toa looks good, though I'd rather he (it?) had a more colorful Kanohi (first Matoro and Nuparu get Silver Kanohi, and now Ignika...) The jet board is probably my second favorite out of the four extra-Toa pack-ins. Kikanalo of course being #1. I wish it had better landing gear, as right now it doesn't sit level unless you prop the back end up on something. But Ignika looks great riding on it. Haven't had a chance to play with the new launcher, but it feels solid, and I'm fairly sure it'll launch quite a ways. All in all, it's a good teaser for me and the 2008 sets. Once they're more readily available, and I've got a bit more cash, I'll start picking them up (Toa only for now). Now if only I could figure out what point there is for the little guys riding on the big guys...

I get FTW, but XKCD....I know not.

As awesome as these are...they only serve to make me wish LEGO would actually do this!

I didn't write this, but I would likely be the one holding the guitar. (Or the mic depending on my mood)

Who needs a bass drum? Why only Tiger Uppercut, the most awesomemest virtual band in the history of EVER!

I bought Rock Band on November 20th. My guitar and drums began to fail within the first two days. I filled out the RMA forms and my boxes were sent. I packed them up, and by Friday both my new drums and new guitar had arrived in the mail. Now, my drum pads were what were faulty, but when the box came it included a slot specifically labeled as being for the kick pedal. My kick pedal wasn't faulty, but since I didn't want to screw around with and have delays (and since EA has no phone support available), I packed up the gear and sent it along. However... When they shipped me a new set of drums, they only provided me the pads and stand. There was no kick pedal included. So it's almost a month since I bought the game, and I haven't been able to play the drums. At all. To make matters worse, my email to EA customer support got the following response. That's it. No mention of a replacement, no apology for the confusion, just a "Well that was stupid...sucks to be you" and a link to the website I'm already using. I was on board with the whole process, even when it smelled fishy that all of this hardware was failing. But at this point EA has proven to me that they have no clue how to handle customer support. No phone numbers, no apologies...just treat me like a moron and move along. I want to return this game out of spite, but it's just so much fun.

No offense to Greg, but sometimes his various comments tend to be correct in the sense that they're taken literally. For example, we were told numerous times that the Nuva would not be transformed again...nor would they be re-released. And yet here we are in 08. Now, technically Greg was correct, as the Nuva weren't released. They were turned into the Phantoka, which are simply new armor...not transformed bodies as previous Toa incarnations have been. There are others, but I can't recall them at the moment. THat's why I have this feeling that we haven't seen the last of Matoro in conjuction with Toa Ignika.

The following is my prediction for 2008 based on the latest Ignition comic: » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... «Matoro is Toa Ignika. The Ignika will create its own body using the energy Matoro passed through it. Whatever we've been told eariler is going to be techincally true. It's technically not Matoro reborn, it's Toa Ignika. But Matoro has become Toa Ignika. Or rather, will become Toa Ignika. And it's funny, since we were told for a while that the Toa destined to wear the Mask didn't have to neccesarilly be the same one destined to wear it. But go figure, we were right all along. That's why I'm sticking with this. Just you watch.