I enjoy a good Christmas theme movie every now and then, but it seems that once Thanksgiving hits, it is all that you see on T.V. How many times can a person watch Christmas with the Kranks or those stupid Santa Clause movies with Tim Allen?
If your under the age of 6 I could see how this would be no big deal, but they play the movies on adult targeted channels like HBO, TNT, and USA. The only Christmas movie that I truly enjoy is A Christmas Story, the one that always has marathons on Christmas day with little Ralphie who wants a Red Rider BB gun. Who doesn't love that movie?
For some reason, even though I've seen it 100 times, I still like it. The other Christmas movies, however, are just plain annoying and should be kicked off the air. If you want to see a Christmas movie during the holidays, RENT IT!
Monday, November 24, 2008
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Stacking Routine
Sweet routine
You can tell that this video has been edited a little bit, but I think it's still cool. I also think these kids need to get some fresh air.
You can tell that this video has been edited a little bit, but I think it's still cool. I also think these kids need to get some fresh air.
Don't Taunt a Panda
There was a panda attack at the zoo in Beijing, China this week. It happened to a man who I have absolutely no pity for.
The man jumped the fence because he wanted to "cuddle" with the panda because it was so "cute."
Really? Who does that? Panda bears are not some big stuffed animal, don't play with them! The thing about zoos is that they like to make them look as open as possible so that it doesn't look like they're keeping the animals behind bars. The problem with this is the fact that there are idiots in our world who take advantage of that and then get their limbs chewed off by a bear.
Tip for the guy in China... stay as far away from bears as possible.
The man jumped the fence because he wanted to "cuddle" with the panda because it was so "cute."
Really? Who does that? Panda bears are not some big stuffed animal, don't play with them! The thing about zoos is that they like to make them look as open as possible so that it doesn't look like they're keeping the animals behind bars. The problem with this is the fact that there are idiots in our world who take advantage of that and then get their limbs chewed off by a bear.
Tip for the guy in China... stay as far away from bears as possible.
The wonders of PhotoShop
A friend of mine sent this to me because she thinks that when we're 70 we are going to be cat ladies. Check it out.
Friday, November 21, 2008
Twilight
My friends and I went to the midnight showing of Twilight last night and I found it surprisingly good. The problem with seeing movies that are already books is that you usually seem a little disappointed.
When you read a book you imagine all the characters in a certain way and you get to use creativity, therefore movies on the book always seem disappointing. Normally one thinks "Oh, well those characters are good, but I like my way better."
Through all of this, I still liked the movie. I was a lovely romantic movie. Not only that but it was quite interesting because it was stuck to the main plot, not something you see every day.
Remember the movie about the Divinci Code... TERRIBLE! It was absolutely terribly and it ruined it for me.
I give Twilight an A.
When you read a book you imagine all the characters in a certain way and you get to use creativity, therefore movies on the book always seem disappointing. Normally one thinks "Oh, well those characters are good, but I like my way better."
Through all of this, I still liked the movie. I was a lovely romantic movie. Not only that but it was quite interesting because it was stuck to the main plot, not something you see every day.
Remember the movie about the Divinci Code... TERRIBLE! It was absolutely terribly and it ruined it for me.
I give Twilight an A.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Cool Web site
A friend of mine sent me this link.
It's really cool and I found it really interesting what people had to say about the election. The Web site is great example of the fact that it no longer matters if you voted red or blue, it just matters that we come together as a nation and support or new president. We don't all have to agree on the same political matters, that's just plain unrealistic, it will never happen. But, Obama will be president, like it or not, so make the most of what is put in front of you.
The other day I saw a truck parked in The Union lot that had Obama's face on the side with a big circle with a line through it over it. Seriously people... the election is over. If your candidate didn't win than that's just to bad. There is no use dwelling on something that can't be changed. Listen to what Obama has to say, google his official Web site, I bet you can find at least one thing you agree with, no matter how small and insignificant it seems.
Tough luck republicans, it's time to move on and accept the future. The best part is that it IS the future, you never know what could happen. Maybe you will later find out that you're glad Obama won.
It's really cool and I found it really interesting what people had to say about the election. The Web site is great example of the fact that it no longer matters if you voted red or blue, it just matters that we come together as a nation and support or new president. We don't all have to agree on the same political matters, that's just plain unrealistic, it will never happen. But, Obama will be president, like it or not, so make the most of what is put in front of you.
The other day I saw a truck parked in The Union lot that had Obama's face on the side with a big circle with a line through it over it. Seriously people... the election is over. If your candidate didn't win than that's just to bad. There is no use dwelling on something that can't be changed. Listen to what Obama has to say, google his official Web site, I bet you can find at least one thing you agree with, no matter how small and insignificant it seems.
Tough luck republicans, it's time to move on and accept the future. The best part is that it IS the future, you never know what could happen. Maybe you will later find out that you're glad Obama won.
Prisoner escaped
I prisoner in Kentucky apparently escaped on Monday and later came back to the jail begging to come back in.
Well, when you think about it, he probably made the right choice coming back. When he did come back he was covered in dirt from hiding next to the river. If I had to choose between living next to the river and hiding in the dirt because no one will take you in, and having a heated room with food, a library, a church, and a gym... I think I'd choose jail.
In my opinion it was stupid to escape in the first place. The cops are going to find you... and their going to extend your sentence for trying to run. Bad choice.
Well, when you think about it, he probably made the right choice coming back. When he did come back he was covered in dirt from hiding next to the river. If I had to choose between living next to the river and hiding in the dirt because no one will take you in, and having a heated room with food, a library, a church, and a gym... I think I'd choose jail.
In my opinion it was stupid to escape in the first place. The cops are going to find you... and their going to extend your sentence for trying to run. Bad choice.
Saturday, November 15, 2008
James Bond
James Bond is as suave as ever in his new movie, Quantum of Solace. I saw it yesterday with some friends and it was great. I would recommend it to couples looking for an entertaining Saturday night. It's a great date movie. It's action packed for the guy and it's still fun for the girl as well.
My dad loves James Bond movies so I remember watching them on TV with him when I was younger and I have loved Bond ever since. Don't get me wrong, I love a good chick flick now and then, but James Bond is one of a kind.
The soundtrack for it was awesome as well, the song they played during the intro was a perfect fit. As soon as the soundtrack is on iTunes I'm going to buy it.
It's worth the $7.50 people...go see it
My dad loves James Bond movies so I remember watching them on TV with him when I was younger and I have loved Bond ever since. Don't get me wrong, I love a good chick flick now and then, but James Bond is one of a kind.
The soundtrack for it was awesome as well, the song they played during the intro was a perfect fit. As soon as the soundtrack is on iTunes I'm going to buy it.
It's worth the $7.50 people...go see it
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Movie Review
So I recently saw Zack and Miri, it was hilarious and at the same time completely disgusting. The official title of the movie, that the theaters would not put on their posters is Zack and Miri Make A Porno.
That's right, this movie has taken sex in movies to a-whole-nother level. Now don't get me wrong, I laughed historically through the entire thing, but in the back of my mind I knew it was completely wrong and perverted. The simple and blunt jokes in it were more than enough to make you smile.
It is a Seth Rogan movie, however, so you basically go into the theater expecting some dirty jokes. This however, left me feeling slightly dirty as I left the theater. I've decided that our society is OFFICIALLY corrupted and perverted, and unfortunitly some of it has rubbed off on me, because I did laugh.
For anyone reading this blog that may be conservative in any way, stay away from Zack and Miri Make A Porno... I would guess it's not exactly your kind of movie. It's dirty and crude and remarkably funny.
I would recommend it to those liberals who don't mind seeing culturally inappropriate movies.
That's right, this movie has taken sex in movies to a-whole-nother level. Now don't get me wrong, I laughed historically through the entire thing, but in the back of my mind I knew it was completely wrong and perverted. The simple and blunt jokes in it were more than enough to make you smile.
It is a Seth Rogan movie, however, so you basically go into the theater expecting some dirty jokes. This however, left me feeling slightly dirty as I left the theater. I've decided that our society is OFFICIALLY corrupted and perverted, and unfortunitly some of it has rubbed off on me, because I did laugh.
For anyone reading this blog that may be conservative in any way, stay away from Zack and Miri Make A Porno... I would guess it's not exactly your kind of movie. It's dirty and crude and remarkably funny.
I would recommend it to those liberals who don't mind seeing culturally inappropriate movies.
Seminar on Saturday
On Saturday morning I went to another Kevin Shlilp seminar, this time it was on the program Flash. It was really interesting because I new almost nothing about the program. I was really glad The Collegian gave me the opportunity to see him speak.
I had no idea that there was so many things you could do with it. I can see how it would be perfect for making Web site ads. It really isn't as complicated as I thought it would be. I hope I can get the opportunity to use it for something. Mostly I just want to play with it and make funny animations. It's really cool.
I've decided that Kevin Shlimp knows basically everything there is to know about Mac programs.
I had no idea that there was so many things you could do with it. I can see how it would be perfect for making Web site ads. It really isn't as complicated as I thought it would be. I hope I can get the opportunity to use it for something. Mostly I just want to play with it and make funny animations. It's really cool.
I've decided that Kevin Shlimp knows basically everything there is to know about Mac programs.
Seminar on Friday
On Friday I went to a seminar in with The Collegian at the SDNA (South Dakota Newspaper Association) to see Kevin Slimp. He is basically the Godfather when it comes to InDesign and Photo Shop. He's amazing.
The seminar was a lot of fun and I learned A LOT. I knew a little about InDesign just from working at The Collegian but because I edit I never get to design pages. I was really fun to learn the different tips and tools but Slimp kept it fun at the same time. It wasn't like we were sitting in some boring class.
He also talked about Photo Shop, which was interesting. In Photography 100 they Klock only teaches you the really simple stuff so it was fun to see all the stuff you could do.
All in all, I was pretty dang excited about the seminar.
The seminar was a lot of fun and I learned A LOT. I knew a little about InDesign just from working at The Collegian but because I edit I never get to design pages. I was really fun to learn the different tips and tools but Slimp kept it fun at the same time. It wasn't like we were sitting in some boring class.
He also talked about Photo Shop, which was interesting. In Photography 100 they Klock only teaches you the really simple stuff so it was fun to see all the stuff you could do.
All in all, I was pretty dang excited about the seminar.
Friday, November 7, 2008
Video
My group and I did our video on an alternate ending to the movie Juno. It is posted on Tony Gorder's blog, he played the role of "Bleeker" in the movie, Kelsey Lunn filmed it, and we all edited it together. I think the video turned out pretty cool. Tony and I make a good Juno and Bleeker.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Obama!
So in case you live in a cave or under a rock and didn't know, Obama won! Starting next year we will have ourselves a new president. Thank God, I think we were all pretty dang tired of Bush.
I mean really, when there is a cartoon character on Comedy Central named "Little Bush" you know that there are a few people who don't like you. Now I understand that although a president can never please everyone, it seemed that Bush was losing some serious support.
I was discussing with my friend, who is also an Obama fan, about what happens now. Obama won, and he keeps talking about all these changes he wants to make and that "we can change the world" I am excited to see what happens next.
I just want to see if he is going to keep his promises, which I like to think and hope he will, or if he isn't. Oh...and did you catch that acceptance speech? Now that was one hell of a pep talk!
Another friend of mine said, "Obama is such a smooth talker, he could sell a steak to a vegetarian and a bible to an atheist."
He speaks a whole lot better than Bush does. Thank you to all the Obama voters, it is time for a change.
I mean really, when there is a cartoon character on Comedy Central named "Little Bush" you know that there are a few people who don't like you. Now I understand that although a president can never please everyone, it seemed that Bush was losing some serious support.
I was discussing with my friend, who is also an Obama fan, about what happens now. Obama won, and he keeps talking about all these changes he wants to make and that "we can change the world" I am excited to see what happens next.
I just want to see if he is going to keep his promises, which I like to think and hope he will, or if he isn't. Oh...and did you catch that acceptance speech? Now that was one hell of a pep talk!
Another friend of mine said, "Obama is such a smooth talker, he could sell a steak to a vegetarian and a bible to an atheist."
He speaks a whole lot better than Bush does. Thank you to all the Obama voters, it is time for a change.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Go Obama Go!
I can't wait to see who wins tonight! We almost have a new president! I will vent about it in my next blog. Go Obama Go!!
Sunday, November 2, 2008
SNL
I only caught a little bit of Saturday Night Live with my friends last night, but I thought John McCain did a decent job of making fun of himself. Sarah Palin was boring but McCain was surprisingly funny. My friends and I all got a good laugh out of it.
I found the part where he was making fun of his age (as does everyone else) to be hilarious. Nice job McCain, you were impressive! That's a shocker.
I found the part where he was making fun of his age (as does everyone else) to be hilarious. Nice job McCain, you were impressive! That's a shocker.
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