It bothered me that Ra's was white, but it's Liam Neeson! I'm so torn. I feel like I can't complain about anything he does, but having a Middle Eastern play him would have been much better.
I do think it's funny that they attempted to make Hugh Jackman look not so ridiculously tall in the first movie and then said "oh screw it, no one cares".
I'm ok with her not being paralyzed because Batman Beyond is totally heart-canon for me. I always just said that it was some crazy new technology that gave her the ability to walk again because with all the other stuff in that show, it's really not all that farfetched.
It's been really icy in MN. Maybe WI has had more consistent below freezing temperatures, but I doubt that based on how many people said on facebook that they wiped out hard a couple days ago.
I remember reading a review of Sherlock that mentioned that British readers would have figured out Jim was Moriarty right away just because he's a big-ish name over there, and he probably wouldn't be case as some random dude.
I remember reading a review of Sherlock that mentioned that British readers would have figured out Jim was Moriarty right away just because he's a big-ish name over there, and he probably wouldn't be case as some random dude.
From the angle of the mirror and dashboard I'm pretty certain that the image was taken from the passenger seat. It's definitely true that any picture from inside the car is ambiguous, but if you look closer it's fairly easy to tell what's going on. It would make much more sense to have the picture from a different angle. Your complaints about the font in the corner and the seasonal disparity are totally on point though.
From the angle of the mirror and dashboard I'm pretty certain that the image was taken from the passenger seat. It's definitely true that any picture from inside the car is ambiguous, but if you look closer it's fairly easy to tell what's going on. It would make much more sense to have the picture from a different angle. Your complaints about the font in the corner and the seasonal disparity are totally on point though.
From the angle of the mirror and dashboard I'm pretty certain that the image was taken from the passenger seat. It's definitely true that any picture from inside the car is ambiguous, but if you look closer it's fairly easy to tell what's going on. It would make much more sense to have the picture from a different angle. Your complaints about the font in the corner and the seasonal disparity are totally on point though.
Brian has had a couple of anime nights since we moved to our new place. This has taught me what an absurdly gigantic amount of anime there is on Netflix. You are right, with the amount of cheap to free legal sources of entertainment, there really isn't any reason to pirate things.
I was going to say that Admiral Hayworth is TOTALLY HOT but we know people who would actually think so. Which makes me wonder: if your other comic is toward the anime crowd (and knowing the fringes of that), why would you make a squid your main character if you object to their objectification? :P
Google translate fails me! Fortunately, I know what watashiwa and baka mean, and the translation for shiranai gives me the context for the rest of the song.
Unfortunately the lyrics are all but indistinguishable, even more so than usual for a foreign language. Sorry Trae, I just don't see this catching on.
I think people that know you and others involved in various cons you've been a part of like the character time because it's fun to think about who the inspiration characters could be, or what aspects of your personality are coming out through them.
If there's such a small difference in ratios, then the number of awkward single nerd guys who go to parties shouldn't so vastly overwhelm awkward single nerd girls. I just know far more nerd boys than nerd girls.
If there are as many girl geeks out there, why aren't there enough girl geeks to go around? Anytime there is a single girl at any of the parties at the manor, all the single guys end up in a cluster around her trying to get her attention at some point because EVERY other girl there is taken.
And I like The Big Bang Theory. You may think it's cliche and overdone, but spend a day in my lab. People do talk and act like that.
You get used to the no alcohol on Sundays thing pretty fast, and that isn't just because I grew up in MN. Liquor stores aren't open after 10 and that's when you'll notice you've just run out of the specific kind of liquor that you needed for whatever it is. You just have to plan a little bit ahead.
While reorienting your inner compass in regards to "home" can be tricky, it was kind of terrifying when it just happens without you realizing it. I did not know what to do when I first realized that my parent's house was no longer "home" and Sean and Mikey's was a little. Fortunately now my home and my significant others' home are the same building and next year will be the same place!
I knew it was Lichtenstein, but of course I was around for the original debacle.
I used to think it was funny that people thought you were trying to take over. Now I can't believe people still think that. The best revenge is always to just live a good life. You're getting married soon to someone who loves (and more importantly LIKES) you and finally moving on from WI. Find good things in Indiana, and I will see you in a month.
I was just so bored at the NoBrandCon that I was a paying congoer for that I knew I had to join staff the next year. Bigger cons with more places to go (and something that's actually relevant to my interests) are easier to not be on staff for.
And now I need to figure out why I was so offended by the idea that a camel is inferior to a horse. What kind of horses can trek across the desert and not DIE? The comparison is just ridiculous.
I totally get what you're saying though, and we're all glad that Peso can get things done without the rest of us trying to find a tactful resolution.
I would go to both SashimiCon and UnagiCon. What's the Japanese word for salmon? It sounds delicious!
OmegaCon had a goddess room party at CONvergence (not to be confused with Convergence, a goth con), and I was thinking about going. I then realized that it would be better to just go to my cabin and having a slumber party with my friends anyway.
This morning I quite enjoyed the walk to the bus stop because it was cool and crisp and just smelled like fall. Once I got to the bus stop and had nothing to do but wait in the wind, it was not so nice. Pretty much the biggest problem with this time of year is the decision whether to wear a coat or just a sweater, and if gloves and a hat are necessary or will just be something else to carry.
I agree that there is just something about fall that is so refreshing. There are some things that are special to fall, like apple picking and pumpkin carving, and looking at the leaves. Fall always makes me think of Brian, because the first cutesy thing we did was give leaves to each other. I would still rather be given a perfect, beautifully colored fallen leaf than pretty much any kind of flower.
I really need to check in with you when I'm planning on being in Eau Claire, because last year it was fun getting a phone call "hey we're filming a video today, meet us at Davies!" I've only been back like twice since the summer though, so it's a moot point.
I'm pretty incompetent, and can't download your songs. When I right click, "save link as" is the only one that looks like it would do anything. Is that all, or should there be a "download file" type thing? When I left click, it just starts playing online ala quicktime.
So, how do I not be dumb about this? You know how much I love your weird techo mixes.
The A-ha video is quite fun. You know I'm more of a fan of the Strawberry Chips Remix. It's a sad day because I couldn't get all the way through it. It's possible that it had something to do with not wanting to wake my roommate and her boyfriend sleeping in the next room. Poor excuses I know.
Holy crap! I occasionally lurk on the forums, and I felt like I was punched when I read that. There's one more person to add to my prayers and thoughts.
The first time you hacked it all off was only traumatic because someone threw a backpack at your head. Brian's going to cut all of his hair, and I'm intrigued but mostly scared and sad.
NoBrandCon NoBrandCon NoBrandCon NoBrandCon! I'll probably visit the booth at some point, but as most of my time will be taken up by following the guests around, who knows when. But I'm getting more and more excited each day closer too.
I'm sad that the random electronica is out. I liked Just Priceless the best out of the songs. Except for Davenesaur Polka, because that one just makes me happy. It'd be hard to perform live, though.
I am pleased with the Knot Purple, and someday hope to have Liz make me one. One of my favorite things was that you checked the con director's id before letting her in, so she's all "Hey, these people are being responsible. It's all good." Way to follow your rules.
Also, you didn't mention the hottie British troops that were randomly at the hotel, or their totally awesome CO (I'm guessing that's who that was). That basically made my night.
I am pleased with the Knot Purple, and someday hope to have Liz make me one. One of my favorite things was that you checked the con director's id before letting her in, so she's all "Hey, these people are being responsible. It's all good." Way to follow your rules.
Also, you didn't mention the hottie British troops that were randomly at the hotel, or their totally awesome CO (I'm guessing that's who that was). That basically made my night.
If I show up not dressed as STL I will be more dressed than that. Of course, considering all the booze that will be around, it might end up being less than that. Who knows!
People not being sick? I wish that extended to me. *coughs up a kidney*
You know that NEWS OF THE WORLD was my favorite video of yours, but I'm not sure what to think of this one. The silliness might be a bit too late in the video for what I liked about the spirit of it. The sound seemed a bit off, but that could just be my computer.
While it is sad to think that people ride cows to school, I know that in the small towns near my cabin sometimes the high school kids ride the snomobile to school in the winter.
kittykittykittykittykittykitty! He looks like he'd be fun to play with. Yay cats! I loved Stardust so much, and Robert DeNiro's character was the change that I loved the best. Absolutely delightful.
I actually hated the theory that Harry was a horcrux. I'd seen it blathered all over the internet after the sixth book, and I thought it was stupid. I would have liked it much better if it was simply the tie between them that was broken when Harry died, and that it was his self sacrifice that enabled him to come back to life. I generally thought the book overall was good, but the epilogue was terrible and unnecessary.
It's really rough to lose a cat. My old cat had lost a lot of weight and would throw up almost every day. Everyone except my mom thought she needed to be put down, but my mom couldn't bear it. It was nice to have her for those extra months, but I really don't know how much she enjoyed living them. At least you'll get to be there for the end.
How long are you going to be in EC? I'm planning on visiting next weekend as well, and Brian says I should have a birthday party at the OA house. Perhaps things will line up accordingly.
I was very annoyed by that damn foghorn at graduation. Whoever did that shouldn't be allowed to attend any sort of special event in the future. I also mentally cheered for those that I knew at the ceremony, because making noise is unnecessary. You know when you're supported; there is no reason to bother anyone else by making a big fuss about it.
What is it about this year's scavenger hunt and my ass? It's funny how for some reason I thought that my long slitted skirt was more modest than the short flowy one.
The problem is that the cuts are in the middle of a sentence. It happened when Calvsie was talking in the kitchen, and when you were talking at the top of the hill.
I think that's the most poorly edited of your vlogs thus far. It makes me sad to see the choppy bits. Of happier comments, I adore how much you harass Calvsie in your Vlogs. It's lovely.
Your blog shows an example of two things that make me smile. I love that in the spring any set of stairs that was not regularly shoveled turns into a ramp of ice, and I love that whenever anyone sees a duck they're astonished and need to say "Oh wow, look at the DUCK!" as if everyone hasn't seen ducks about 20 times a year. I always do it, there's just something about ducks. I mean, who says "Hey, it's a sparrow!" or "Ooh, look at the fish"? No one. It's always about the ducks.
The service learning is such a pain. I got an email about it and replied that I was in the middle of a project that's already been approved. Later today my boss told me that he got a letter in the mail saying that I hadn't finished my service learning yet. At least they're trying to let people know if there's something missing.
1. If someone told you that Coke (reg, diet, etc.) was poison and you could never drink it again, how long would you last before you drank yourself to death?
Trae, you are a dork. The dancing still looks akward. This is probably the entry with the least content so far, but perhaps my favorite. It's very clear that you're stressed, and I hope making this alleviated some of that stress. I really like the bubbles. Bubbles are happy.
I think with my christmas money, or perhaps as a christmas present to myself I'll buy one or more of her cds. While I disagree with you on whether Enya is worth listening to, I like McKennitt a lot more.
Your video posts are too long and laggy. That's what the problem is, I think. Basically, you should only really put the things in them that require video, like the part where you were at STEAKcon.
Do you really like those two songs, or did you just not feel like picking out different clips to use for opening and ending? I remember when you were all skeptical about their fancy cd, and now you loooooooove it so much!
I'm going to be a huge bitch and agree with you, especially on the first two points. Bonus points if the person, while talking about how intelligent they are, makes a number of obvious spelling and grammatical errors. My used to be best friend from back home made a lj post about how "intelegent" she was. This is one reason I hardly ever say anything good about myself. If it's true, people know it already, and if it's not true, why can I say it?
pumapuma, I have no idea how to get to your apartment! How will I ever see you if I can't get there? It's sad, that didn't sound as funny as it did in my head. Oh well, next saturday the boss should be back from his trip and I'd be able to stay much later than otherwise. Yay!
You should make it on Friday, because the breadspike is on Saturday. It would be awesome, because I could walk to it! Next friday would also work. Later than that I would not be able to walk, and therefore making it to this would be tricky.
Oh man. I can't say I'm completely surprised, after having lived next door for a semester, but still. This really sucks. I hope you don't feel too crappy about it. If you ever want to talk, you know I'll listen.
You need to get the script done soon (or at least my part). I want a couple days to look it over and make sure I won't fuck up. Tuesday or Wednesday at least, please?
I had to get my sewing kit to fix the damage you did to Neil's bed. It's not my fault that they followed me into the apartment and got sweet sweet revenge!
Honey, I've been ranting nonstop about how horrible this season all is. It hasn't been the best year for me either, but there have been good points. I love you dear, know that I'm hoping next year is better for both of us.
Honey, this has all happened before. I remember you telling me all this, and then suddenly it was all better. Was it really, or were you just pretending? I think you have my home phone, if you ever need to talk. *hugs*
This topic came up at the tables, and of course the theory that since they eat, sleep, and have sex in their dorm they shouldn't really be considered on the clock all the time. What I wonder is, could an RA legally hold an orgy in their room?
I'm sorry I basically ignored you today, I'm just one more person with way too much going on, I wasn't thinking. *hugs* just a couple more weeks and we'll be done with this stupid semester.
I realized there are holidays I don't hate, Gothtoberfest and Fuckmas. But I still have the same problem with Fuckmas, I need to think of a good present, and can't!
I like the intimacy and affection. Why does everyone need to assume something? Why does everything always have to have a certain lable? I don't want the assumptions and preconcieved stigma that go along with being in a relationship, and neither does Brian. Therefore we are not dating. So there.
I remember how you kept insisting you didn't necessarily want Erika as a girlfriend, even though it was obvious how much you liked her. You're so obvious.
Agree'd with all everyone else says. I know it's hard to think of, and harder to do, but you're just not going to find someone to date when that's all you can think about. Desparation is not attractive, just let things be the way they are, and something might happen.
At this point it's a bit moot. I'm leaving in less than a week, so I'll see him maybe once a month very soon. This week it's basically soak up as much time together as possible before I leave.
I don't think that children are getting fat, it's just that they didn't necessarily have size 16 in stock. I remember buying size 16 pants, and they fit me. Of course, that might have been before I grew hips. Hmmmm. I just know that size 0 is stupid for girls clothes. We really need to start sizing them like boy's pants, by waist size and hem length. Much easier, as I wear anywhere from size 3-7, depending on brand. It's stupid.
Good news update! Sean mysteriously found $200 more in his bank account than he thought was in there, and when his roommate asked if he was going to buy more video games or something, he said, "No, I think I'll fix my car." Yay!
Well he was being all subdued and not playful the one day I'm actually feeling silly. It got me annoyed I guess, so I decided to rant about something that has nothing to do with that.
Yeah, I was just thinking how amusing it is that he's the one that thinks, "You want someone else in our bed? Aren't I enough for you? You don't love me anymore!" and I'm the one that thinks, "More people involved means more potential for fun, if done right!" It could also be that I'm attracted to women too, and don't have an outlet for that, and a threesome would help with that. Or not, whatever. In any case I'm not so desparate that I'd risk harming things by trying to convince him or leaving him for someone that would be willing to share. This is as long as a post itself!
It sounds really stupid, but it's true. Whenever I wanted to date someone, I was always alone. As soon as I decided it would be a good idea to stay single, there were lots of boys.
Just wait to dye the hair, until everyone can see it again. It's no fun to have differently colored hair unless you can get reactions. We can make a party of it at school!
Be very, very vocal. If something's not nice, ask for it to change. If something is nice, be very expressive that it's nice so it's sure to be continued and/or repeated. I've found that I have a lot more fun when I'm allowed to be really loud. Being stifled just lessens the experience, I swear.
Ok, to clarify:
Sean had sex with someone when we were broken up, and finding that out surprised me. I'm really not all that jealous, as we weren't dating, so he could do what he wanted. Besides, how hypocritical of me would that be? It's just a shock, so yeah. As for the second part, his best friend is very protective of him, so when he told her we were back together, her comment was, "If she fucks this up again I'll kill her."
The first kid was adopted, and who knows what'll happen to the yet unborn one. It was an open adoption, and as far as I know the mother sees the kid as much as she can (the adoptive parents consider her part of the family) but HE is not so dedicated. Asshole.
It confused me at first, because I thought I clicked on your blog blog instead of the general blog homepage. It's ok now, I just need to get used to where things are on the page.
There's actually content, this is apparantly what appears to everyone that isn't me. Actually, I can only read what I actually wrote if I edit my post. Weird.
The only time I like being exausted is after very innapropriate activities. Unless the running is chasing someone naked around a room and catching them, I am not intersted.
She already rescheduled, any more and it'll be her birthday party already! You're lucky I'm going at all! Even though I know it's not the lack of me you care so much about, it's that Erika's ditching early too, but I can pretend that you want me to be there too.
Wow, the breakup news... I'm not completely surprised, as I've heard talk of the possibility random times over the past year, but I figured that wouldn't actually happen. Crazy. Yay for you and Erika though, as long relationships are happy.
Wow, the breakup news... I'm not completely surprised, as I've heard talk of the possibility random times over the past year, but I figured that wouldn't actually happen. Crazy. Yay for you and Erika though, as long relationships are happy.
Wow, the breakup news... I'm not completely surprised, as I've heard talk of the possibility random times over the past year, but I figured that wouldn't actually happen. Crazy. Yay for you and Erika though, as long relationships are happy.
