Monthly Archives: March 2011

The King’s Speech

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Steve

I always wanted to catch this since I saw the trailer during Nowhere Boy because I rather enjoy Geoffrey Rush’s acting. It’s good to see him doing something beyond another Pirates flick yet I feel he’s getting typecast into historical … Continue reading →

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Hybridization of Rock, Geek and Car Culture

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Steve

Too bad the artist didn’t get this out in time for Back to the Future‘s 25th anniversary. Hell, I’m still wishing I had the time and gumption to see the trilogy last Summer at Alamo Ritz because Christopher Lloyd was … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Brian!

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Steve

My brother celebrates the big 4-1 which is a cool prime number. It went pretty well for me: a visit to DC; meeting Viv Savage (keyboardist of Spinal Tap), Elvira and Roseanne Cash; and seeing numerous movies or concerts. May … Continue reading →

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I always wondered what Spock was viewing

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Steve

This does drag on a bit and get childish, but I still found it more entertaining than the recent Abrams’ movie.

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Here’s a solution that’s a pisser

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Steve

Apparently, the cats and I could recharge our own personal fuel cell if what this scientist proposes becomes feasible. Due to the ammonia content in feline whiz (since they’re originally desert creatures), I think they would create a surplus for … Continue reading →

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Traffic sign on Endor?

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Steve

Well, at least there’s no sign of Jar Jar Binks.

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A new David Bowie book is coming

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Steve

Here’s a link from the Guardian about an upcoming coffee-table/photo book of David Bowie’s early years. It covers mostly his time during the mid to late Sixties when he was in various bands, following the current trends and concludes with … Continue reading →

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Cashback

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Steve

Number three from my possible (I’m still debating) Sick Day Theater run and it had been sitting in my insta-queue for over a year. Back when we signed up, NetFlix streaming was heavier with Foreign/Indie stuff I like. I think … Continue reading →

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Less free parking in downtown Austin

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Steve

One major casualty in the Great Recession has come to roost here, no more free parking on weekday evenings and Saturdays. Yet another step Austin has taken toward becoming Dallas II or Houston Jr from my perspective. Chicago had a … Continue reading →

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This jersey sucks, uh huh huh uh huh

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Steve

As you can see, Beavis is doing his best Terry Sawchuk imitation by not wearing a helmet and mask. I can see the designer using a dark background to get them to show up yet the detail colors should match … Continue reading →

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A common nightmare with cat owners

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Steve

I’m confident all four of our cats know that what prevents them from getting all the food or treats they want are opposable thumbs. Then they could pop open the lids on the containers. Years ago, my brother had a … Continue reading →

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Skating milestone

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Steve

Last night I completed (roughly) my 100th lap in my new skates. Much like my treadmill, I’m breaking down the cost to feel better about such a rather steep purchase…$195 yet they’re great skates. Trust me, having your own pair … Continue reading →

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Last US WWI Vet passed away

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Steve

I saw the news about Frank Buckles via Mental Floss. Rather odd I couldn’t find it easily through the other “papers of record” earlier in the week. Two known documented participants remain. One retired sailor in Australia and a waitress … Continue reading →

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1836: 175th anniversary of Texas Independence

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Steve

Today is when things really got moving in the ongoing fight between Mexico and the mostly Anglo settlers. The mutual relationship deteriorated enough to have the occupants issue an official document about why they were making their own nation. It … Continue reading →

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I pulled off a marathon today!

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Steve

Okay, if you see the widget on the side, I’ve just achieved the 26.2-mile mark. It took me about seven weeks to achieve this. I’m making progress though. My weekday goal is now 1.1 miles and weekends are 1.3. This … Continue reading →

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