Monthly Archives: March 2009

Watchmen

Posted on March 13, 2009 by Steve

Next to The Lord of the Rings and Dune, Watchmen is probably the hardest story to ever bring to film. Heck, after the rumors involving Terry Gilliam directing in 1989, I lost track and figured no one would seriously try, … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Brian!

Posted on March 12, 2009 by Steve

Today is my brother’s birthday. Maybe his wife (Linda) and kids (Nick and Anna) have something pretty cool planned for him today or over the weekend. I remember the good times we had on this day despite it being a … Continue reading →

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Pflugerville got in on the war of words

Posted on March 11, 2009 by Steve

The world probably knows of the Austin slogan/catchphrase “Keep Austin Weird.” It’s on all kinds of merchandise around here and it accurately reflects the city’s personality, especially if one has lived here long enough. Round Rock, the “safe,” homogenized Republican … Continue reading →

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Futurama closes out with two more…for now.

Posted on March 11, 2009 by Steve

   As expected I bought the DVDs of these latest “episodes” the day they were released, I just procrastinated too long on Bender’s Game and put it aside until Into the Wild Green Yonder appeared at the end of February. … Continue reading →

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Political jab shirt

Posted on March 8, 2009 by Steve

A rather pointed knock at Reagan or as I like to mockingly call him, Saint Reagan due to the sickening reverence the Republican Party has for him. The young man wearing this had no love for the former B-movie actor … Continue reading →

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1979: The move to Springfield

Posted on March 8, 2009 by Steve

I can’t remember when the ball got rolling on this move but I do know it was probably the last relatively “peaceful” relocation my family had. Brian and I were in grade school so we were still at a more … Continue reading →

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Kepler successfully launches!

Posted on March 7, 2009 by Steve

The quest to find more Earth-like exoplanets can really start rolling with this new probe sent up by NASA today. Currently there are around 300 discovered worlds according to AstronomyCast but they’re all crappy candidates for exploration because they’re gas giants … Continue reading →

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Cut Copy in Austin

Posted on March 7, 2009 by Steve

Another sold-out show for Australia’s Cut Copy last night at Stubb’s to kick off their 2009 North American tour; they came last year and played the smaller venue Emo’s to a packed house. I only found out they were Aussies … Continue reading →

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My teeth are shaping up!

Posted on March 6, 2009 by Steve

This week, Evil Twin Syndrome* cropped up again with the dentist. In my ongoing war against anxiety, I missed an earlier appointment fearing bad news about my gums. It compounded into all kinds tension, stomach pain and frayed nerves. Seemed … Continue reading →

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Overrated Beatles video game is finalized

Posted on March 5, 2009 by Steve

So far it’s going to be overpriced ($250) which is par for the course with Paul McCartney’s rates. The only positive thing I can say is it might be the only way I will get my dedicated bass controller since … Continue reading →

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Maybe the judge was savvy on music and technology

Posted on March 5, 2009 by Steve

Probably not. However, it was nice to see some sanity regarding the decision to throw out Gibson’s lawsuit over Guitar Hero and Rock Band’s guitar-shaped controllers. What were the people at Gibson thinking? If I were someone working at Harmonix … Continue reading →

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Trade deadline is over for 2009

Posted on March 5, 2009 by Steve

No huge surprises really, especially for my team. OK, Justin Williams from Carolina to LA was a shock because he was injured. Maybe his game is off. Mark Recchi leaving Tampa for Boston is a good sign on how the league … Continue reading →

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New Desktops!

Posted on March 4, 2009 by Steve

Now all those people on the Internet can go start/spread rumors about some other product now that there are new iMacs, Pros (towers) and my personal favorite, Minis. I definitely would like to replace my site’s current G4 Mac Mini … Continue reading →

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Paul Harvey is dead…

Posted on March 2, 2009 by Steve

…actually, I thought he died years ago since the outdated politics he spewed on the Public airwaves bit the dust during the Nixon years. How I wish I could find Joe Piscopo’s imitation of him. Growing up in the Midwest, … Continue reading →

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Happy Ninth Birthday Nicolas

Posted on March 1, 2009 by Steve

Nelson’s oldest child and son celebrates his ninth today. Actually, he prefers to celebrate it on the 28th because he wants it to be in February with his brother Marcus. I guessed it was to share with Black History Month, … Continue reading →

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