Fensler Films parodies GI Joe PSA’s
June 9th, 2009 / No Comments » / by bryan
These are hilarious if you have not seen them:
Don’t skate on ice:
Don’t cook at home alone:
The entire collection is below in 2 parts:
Part1:
Part 2:
Awesome new Star Wars Old Republic Trailer
June 9th, 2009 / No Comments » / by bryan
If you missed this trailer released at E3, it’s a must watch for Star Wars fans, even if the game won’t look like this, since it’s sadly an MMO…
If only the last few movies looked this good and had this type of dark action! :sigh:
2009 Movies to See
June 8th, 2009 / No Comments » / by bryan
Way later in the year than usual, but I’m forgiving myself since I got married and worked like a maniac. Past film selections below. 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, and 2004!
JANUARY
Defiance
Paul Blart: Mall Cop
Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
The Uninvited
FEBRUARY
Fanboys
Confessions of a Shopaholic
MARCH
Watchmen
Sunshine Cleaning
I Love You, Man
Monsters vs Aliens
APRIL
Adventureland
Fast & Furious
Observe and Report
Crank: High Voltage
The Soloist
Tyson
MAY
Star Trek
Ghosts of Girlfriends Past
X-Men Origins: Wolverine
Angels & Demons
Terminator Salvation
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian
Dance Flick
The Girlfriend Experience
Up
JUNE
The Hangover
Moon
Dead Snow
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
JULY
Public Enemies
Brüno
I Love You, Beth Cooper
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
The Ugly Truth
Funny People
AUGUST
G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra
(500) Days of Summer
The Time Traveler’s Wife
The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard
Inglourious Basterds
World’s Greatest Dad
SEPETEMBER
Gamer
Extract
Surrogates
FAME
The Invention of Lying
OCTOBER
Shutter Island
Sorority Row
Zombieland
Couples Retreat
Whip It!
The Road
NOVEMBER
2012
Old Dogs
DECEMBER
The Princess and the Frog
The Lovely Bones
Avatar
Sherlock Holmes
Just Upgraded to WordPress 2.7.1
June 8th, 2009 / No Comments » / by bryan
This of course means they will bring out 2.8 any day now I’m sure. Still, looks like lots has been done in the year or so since I last upgraded. The upgrade process is a bunch easier, that’s for sure!
My 101 in 1,001 (Updated)
December 30th, 2008 / No Comments » / by bryan
Inspired by Melanie over at Daily Guilt (and numerous other blogs originating at Triplux), here are my 101 in 1,001 starting Thursday, January 1, 2009 and ending on Thursday, September 29, 2011.
The Mission:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days and photograph each item as it is completed if possible.The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).Why 1,001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past – frequently simple goals such as new year’s resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organizing and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
Click on the link above to learn more about the 101 in 1,001 concept. You can see Melanie’s results here. I wonder if I can do almost half of them like she did… I have started myself off easy with one I’ve accomplished just by starting, as this was a feat in itself.
Tasks completed: 5/101
Last task completed: Visit James in Germany
Last updated: 6/08/09.
Task Key:
Not Started
In Progress (% complete)
Accomplished (with the date)
Freebie = Open slot for new tasks which come up during the process
OVERALL
001. Actually write and begin my “101 in 1,001”. (1/1/09)
002. Inspire someone else to make a “101 things in 1,001 days” list
FINANCIAL/CAREER
003. Create a will
004. See a financial specialist
005. Become Debt Free (70%)
006. Purchase a home
007. Buy Kimberly a new car
008. Catalog all items in home with photos for insurance
009. Track All Incoming Expenses using software
LEARNING/PERSONAL GROWTH
010. Take Skiing Lessons
011. Take Surfing Lessons
012. Learn to play an instrument
013. Complete Rosetta Stone Spanish Level 1
014. Complete Rosetta Stone Spanish Level 2
015. Complete Rosetta Stone Spanish Level 3
016. Take a sushi making course
017. Complete a dance course with Kimberly
018. Take a digital photography class
019. Read The Bible (or summary thereof)
020. Read The Torah (or summary thereof)
021. Read a book about Buddhism
022. Take a Yoga Class
023. Complete a series of Tennis Lessons
024. Complete a Series of Golf Lessons (Again)
025. Learn to play 5 new board games
026. Become a PADI Certified Diver
027. Learn to Bake a Cake
028. Learn to ride a Bike (again)
029. Attend a Stunt Driving School/Course
TRAVEL
030. Visit James in Germany (5/14-5/25/09) – See Gallery
031. Travel to Italy
032. Take the LA Metro Train on a tour of LA
033. Travel to London
034. Visit 2 other “New 7 Wonders of the World” (Or Finalist) (1/2 New, 4/21 total)
035. Go Camping in Yellowstone
036. Take a “Guys Road Trip” (again)
037. Go to Tokyo with James
038. Take a cruise
ENTERTAINMENT
039. Watch all 100 AFI Top American Films which I have not yet seen (24/100)
040. Attend a Bonfire (3/28/09)
041. Tour the Getty Center
042. Take a complete tour of LACMA
043. Have my Tarot cards read
044. Get a Thai massage
045. Attend a concert at Walt Disney Hall
046. Ride a Vespa (or other Scooter)
047. See Elton John in concert
048. Read 5 books I own
049. Read 10 books I own
050. Read a book of Philosophy
051. Compete in a Poker Tournament (Outside of PGA)
052. Attend a Hollywood Forever Screening
053. Attend a Soccer Match
054. Go Roller Skating
055. Go Ice Skating
056. Fly a Kite
057. Sky Dive
058. Attend 3 Broadway Shows
059. Swim with Dolphins or Sharks
060. Visit the Rose Bowl Swap Meet
061. Go on a Hot Air Balloon trip
FOOD
062. Cook a complete meal for at least 3 guests
063. Drink no beverages but Tea and Water for One Month
HOME
064. Frame and hang posters from under bed or discard them
065. Organize all receipts and toss old ones
066. Leave the TV off one day a week for 1 month
067. Buy a fish tank (and fish!) for the house
068. Create an “Earthquake Kit” for Kimberly and I
RELATIONSHIPS / FRIENDS
069. Give ten “just because” gifts to friends (5/10)
070. Spend an entire day with each of my new siblings
071. Help a friend with a home improvement project
072. Organize a party for friends at the Edison
PERSONAL
073. Lose 10 Pounds
074. Lose 20 Pounds
075. Lose 40 Pounds
076. Run a 5K Marathon
077. Hike Runyan or Temescal Canyon
078. Get a different haircut or color
079. Stick to a night time facial regimen for 3 months (2/25/09)
079. Attend regular gym classes or workouts with Kimberly for 2 months
080. Freebie
081. Freebie
WEB / Computer / Technical
082. Start a website for my new family
083. Delete all unneeded music from iTunes
084. Get Netflix list down to under 100 movies/tv shows at least once
085. Complete Video Project of Childhood Videos
086. Attend a class for learning FCP or other editing software
087. Learn to make, and then create HDR Photos
088. Convert from PC to Mac system (3/10/09) – View Gallery
089. Complete Family Tree project
090. Distribute Final Tree to family members
091. Freebie
092. Freebie
GOOD WILL & GREEN
093. Donate day to Habitat For Humanity
094. Go one month without accepting any plastic bags (outside of home)
095. Go one month without using any plastic bottles
096. Donate Blood
097. Donate technical skills to charity or non profit
098. Donate $5 for every goal/task not completed.
ETC…
099. Learn to change my own oil in my car
100. Have a drink with/of every main alcohol group
101. Freebie
John Stewart Destroys Sarah Palin’s Supporters
September 4th, 2008 / No Comments » / by bryan
As others have mentioned to me, I think it’s impossible for Jon Stewart and his team to be overpaid in any way. They are clearly the best news coverage on TV bar none.
Enjoy!
This is a hilarious video for font geeks like me
September 4th, 2008 / No Comments » / by bryan
Enjoy!
New Gallery :: Hotel Esencia – Honeymoon
September 3rd, 2008 / No Comments » / by bryan
Below are photos from the Hotel Esencia the location for our Honeymoon in December. Just booked this yesterday, and am very excited! 10 Nights, 11 Days across 2 different suites – The Ocean View Suite & the Garden View suite – both seen below along with general hotel photos:)
Gustavo Dudamel
August 28th, 2008 / No Comments » / by bryan
This guy is incredibly talented – I look forward to watching him perform at the WDCH in 2009!
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/02/17/60minutes/main3841251.shtml
