It's good to be Vincent Chase...

Lets talk about Entourage. Woman have "Sex and the City", men have "Entourage". I can honestly say this is one of my new favorite shows. I know that it is NOT new, but it is new to me. I have become addicted to it's humor, unreal lifestyle, and characters. The show revolves around the young Vincent Chase (Adrian Grenier who is one of the sexiest men alive, no seriously, I would love nothing more than to lick things off of him) who is an up and coming movie star. Eric "E" Murphy plays his tiny, yet reliable long term friend and manager. Johnny Chase "Johnny Drama" plays Vince's older brother and C list actor ( with a hilarious temper that gets him into unreal situations). And last but not least is Turtle, who serves as driver, friend, security, and a general part of the entourage ( he is my favorite because he reminds me of my brother, who i love dearly). The guys have grown up together in Queens and moved out to LA when Vince wanted to act in movies. The writing on the show is simply fantastic, and it really shows how guys act around each other, which makes this show totally geared towards girls too. Ari Gold plays Vince's agent. Jeremy Piven is a fantastic actor. He is one of the most loveable jerks you will ever watch on TV, and he makes foul language sound like children's poetry. He he grotesque, crude, and utterly amazing. Also, look out for Lloyd, Ari's assistant in the second season, he is just the most awkward and oddly perfect character to place next to Ari. The show really gives a good whirlwind look at the life of a movie star in LA, as well as the inner-workings of males and their friends.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMdmWjtDRPE

this is one of my favorite Ari Gold moments.

Eric: We had breakup-sex, all right?
Johnny Drama: Breakup-sex? Never heard of it.
Eric: Yeah, I mean... you know... you have sex and... that's it - you say goodbye.
Johnny Drama: [pauses to think] That's the only kinda sex I have.

Touched for the very first time...

I will be the first to admit it, I never really like her. I never purchased a Madonna album in my life. I never had Madonna posters on my wall, and I never wore half gloves in honor of her majesty ( granted, I didn't grow up in the 80's but Madonna is still making records today). I often thought she was too old to be acting the way she does today ( and a part of me still feels that way), but I have realized something about Madonna recently. She is a genius. I never realized before, partly because I don't think I was letting myself really accept her as someone who should be played on my ipod regularly. She found a way to really become an icon for women. As a woman, I can honestly say I feel sexier when I listen to Madonna. She put herself out there for the world to criticize, and criticize it did (me included). But she honestly didn't let it stop her, she is a powerful woman (maybe a little skanky too) and she now has my respect. I say this all professionally of course. I have never met the woman, I have no idea what she is like in the comforts of her own home. But I can honestly say that as of a week or so ago I have become an expert on her powerful lyrics, her soft and dramatic music videos, and her ability to make me feel shiny and new all over again. If you don't believe me, listen to "Express Yourself" or even "Like a Prayer" and release yourself into the epicness of her music. The woman actually re-invented the music video and turned it into something beautiful, not stupid. She has a wonderful artistic eye, and I would love to shake her hand one day.

NOW, there is one thing I would like to say to Madonna. If she were here in front of me, this is what I would say ( I mean it, I would really say it)

" Madonna, you are a revelation. You did something for the world that only few people on this earth will ever have the opportunity to do.. change it. I want to thank you for that simple gift of music, and thank you for your passion that drove that music forward. As much as I love you, please stop wearing things that belong on a 20 year old. Age and aging is a gift, it means you are still alive, and you should embrace it and rock a pant suit. There is nothing wrong with getting old. Embrace your epic past and for god sakes keep the music coming, only embrace your age too, and shop at Talbots, not Forever 21".

LOVE YOU!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iWLGGp12HVE&feature=related

You say you want a revolution?

The Beatles. What would we do without them? Does anyone in this world, not like The Beatles? I have never personally met anyone who does not. Wrap your head around that for one second. What must it have been like to be loved by everyone( save except a few choice parents of the super conservative 50's who thought hand holding let to STD's). To be so revolutionary in this world of ours that generations after your own are still in love with what you've made. Some of the most influential people in this world were hated, mocked, scorned, and pushed aside until the day came when the world realized they were needed. Not the Beatles. From the second they walked out onto the stage in those adorable skinny ties, and sang in to the hearts of America from a black and white 60's TV set, we were hooked. It is impossible to choose a favorite song, and therefore impossible to compare them to any other band. Lets face it, the revolutionary things that happen in this world often pass us by before we have the chance to acknowledge their importance. The events that shake the masses and turn heads of leaders are started by people. Just people. A single choice, a single decision can make something revolutionary happen. I will never underestimate the simple power of music. The simple power of a song, the simplicity of hand holding is revolutionary. I know for a fact that John, Ringo, Paul, and George didn't have these feelings while they were making this change. How could they? People see what they want to see, feel what they want to feel. It doesn't matter what they were trying to do. Whether it was start a revolution, or just get high and write a song, it happened anyway.The Beatles gave the human race something that no other band in history gave us, a revolution. Years and years of songwriting and artistry gave hope and inspiration to millions of people all over the world, relatable inspiration. Maybe someday we will have another chance at witnessing another change like the Bealtes, witnessing another revolution, but until then we can remember what they gave us... the overpowering feeling of music, and the revolution it started.

Feels pretty good, being bad....

Why is that the best movies are always the ones with the bad guys? There is something so incredibly awesome and kick ass about a man in charge with a gun. If the criminals in real life, were like the criminals in the movies, the world really would be a better place. These guys know how to get what they want, and what needs to be done to get it. If you have never seen "Snatch", it is a perfect example of the innocent crook. Plus, Bradd Pitt ( who really is a pretty good actor, despite his life choices, who the heck wants 7 kids?) gets to kick serious ass as champion bare fist fighter in the Pikey realm. He knocks out a 250 lb guys with one punch. The "Boondock Saints" is a vigilante movie about two Irish guys who take it upon themselves to clean up the streets by whacking every major crime boss and their bitches. I mean, they are adorable Irish men who have sweet tattoos and "fuck it all" kind of attitude towards life, but who respect the "family". I think it safe to say that everyone has seen "Reservoir Dogs". This of course is a Quentin Tarantino movie, so the cinematography is excellent and the dialogue really makes the movie great. But who wouldn't want to wear that suit with that skinny little tie? They just walk around giving off the vibe of "I will kill you, don't mess with me" while also getting respect. It is incredibly entertaining to watch criminals and crooks light up the screen because we can never have that kind of lifestyle (well most of us anyways). I know for a fact that if I was living in that circle I would be a sniper, I know this because NO ONE can beat me at laser tag. So instead of taking up this life of crime, I can enjoy my favorite movies and watch really powerful and attractive men do it for me. Keep on it' Turkish.

I too am not a bit tamed, I too am untranslatable, I sound my barbaric YAWP over the roofs of the world.

Albert Einstein once said "imagination is more important that knowledge". I believe that this is more true today than it ever was. One of the most popular themes in entertainment is the "think for yourself" story. The first time I saw the dead poets society I had the desire to suck the passion out of life and just be myself. Sometimes it is hard to be able to let go and be the one who has no hang-ups, sometimes it is impossible to just believe that accomplishing your goals is matter of endurance and self motivation. Mr. Keaton took a bunch of words old dead guys wrote, and changed the lives of a group of seventeen year old boys. In Mona Lisa smile, one woman changed the ideals of how a classroom of brain boxed women looked at themselves through art. Looking behind the words, under the paint, these characters proved that the most important opinion is your own. Who cares what other people think? What do YOU think? This is the best part of cinema today, it can prove a point that cannot be expressed with the randomness of every day situations. Characters like these make that knot in your throat surface and the ambition swell beneath your breast. Even though they are characters in a movie, the stories were all written by people. People with the same ambition and willingness to be different, people trying to inspire and impress, people like you and me.

I want to love you

There are a lot of things I do not understand in this world, and one of the ones that haunts me every day is.. what happened to MIchael Jackson. Seriously, what went wrong there? I am going to ignore the fact that he looked like an skin cancer spokesperson/ alien from planet ugly during the last years of his life, and focus on why we all love him.. the music. If he didn't crack up, MIchael Jackson would still be making some of the best music of our generation. Even as a freak of (well i dont want to say nature because it was so un-natural) other worldly-ness, he was one of the top selling artists in history. His songs have to impact to change the way you feel about dancing. I don't think anyone can listen to "Don't stop till you get enough" without some kind of body movement. I personally desire to stand on tables and hip thrust when I listen to that song. There are many people in history that give off those "I'm too cool for school" vibes. Michael Jackson (pre meltdown) had them just leaking out of his pores. The way he moved, spoke, even just stood there was epic. I wish deep in my heart that he was still alive and sane and making me feel like dancing, but I guess I will just have to listen to all the beloved classics and be near tables so I can enjoy him. Watch the video below if you think I underestimate his "bitchin" factor.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPjfMSn4f6c&feature=channel

What's mine is yours and what's yours is ours...

I think the effect of the "serenade" is either going to be a hit or miss. In all of the examples above, the effect has been what I would call "orgasmic". First of all, lets all just agree right now that Alfalfa singing to Darla in the "Little Rascals" is just nonsensical and adorable. Children trying to be adults is a common theme in comedies, but sometimes it can go badly wrong. Lucky for our generation, this movie was not considered inappropriate, but instead an immediate classic. The serenade is all about timing. I say this because no one wants to be woken up in the middle of the night by a mediocre acoustic guitar performance of "I don't want to miss a thing" with your name strategically put in. The timing must be right, and it must be executed well. Heath Ledger (RIP) had one of the most perfect examples of a serenade should be done. I think we all melted a little bit when we first saw the movie and watched him parade around the bleachers singing "you're just too good to be true". The key is too throw in a little comedy. Heath had some adorable dance moves, help from the marching band, and the guts to slap the ass of a chubby police officer. One of my favorite serenades of all time is Jon Cryer lip singing and dancing to Otis Redding's "Try a Little Tenderness" in Pretty in Pink. His personality as "Duckie" is just perfect. He is the kind of friends you just want to put in your pocket and laugh with all day long. Watching him spin around and impersonate one of the most soulful classics is just fantastic. So gentlement of the world, if you are looking to impress your lady love with a song from your heart these are some good examples of how it should be done. Use a little comedy, pick a song with character (nothing cheesy please), and don't just stand there.. it makes it weird...... Good Luck!

If you're 16, and not a total fry... it's just what ya' do...

I am always saddened by the fact that so few people have seen this movie. Drop Dead Gorgeous has been one of my favorites for years. Of course it was made in 1999, so it already has 90's points (immediately you know that your going to see level sketchers, tshirts that show bellies, and scrunchies). It is a fantastically written moc-umentary about a local beauty pageant in Minnesota and how much it means to the girls who participate. As you can probably guess, a giant "who dun it?" comes up when contestants start dropping like flies. After 2 hours of that wonderful middle America accent, you can't help but want to barbeque and walk barefoot on your front lawn. The cast is wonderfully colorful and includes such rising stars as: Kirsten Dunst, Amy Adams, Brittany Murphy, Denise Richards (who if you watch it, magically was born without an accent), Kirstie Allie, Ellen Arken, and one of my favorites Allison Janney. Now, if you are thinking "who is Allison Janney", just google her and you will bite your tongue. She has been around for years and is one of the most hilarious actresses alive. She just melts into all her roles, and is fantastic. It is strictly a comedy. No romance, no thrills, just pure nonsense in the most fabulous way.

"Oh no, my mom never kept a secret of the fact my dad chose his career over us. What was it she used to say? Once a carnie, always a carnie. Mom still cries every time she sees a tilt-a-whirl or a fat lady in a tube top" - Amber Atkins

TGIF!!

I can recall many of my afternoons being spent watching those goold ol' shows from the nineties. The conversation always comes up between new friends about " remember those old shows?". They were fantastic, they were cheesy, and they are missed. I can remember watching Boy Meets World with a hunger, I was absolutely convinced that Shawn Hunter and I were going to get married and live in his trailer ( I was also convinced I was going to marry John Bender and wear cool leather half gloves.. so apparently I have a type). In every episode of these classics there would be a dilemma, a life lesson learned, and a kick ass group of friends who had your back. Not only did the nineties shows have great theme songs (anyone remember the Growing Pains song?) but they all revolved around the whole family, which generally does not happen anymore. Someday I want to own a collection of nineties TV shows. So far I have all the episodes of Buffy and Angel, but that is because I have an unhealthy obsession with Joss Whedon. In this fabulous collection I would have all of these masterpieces: Boy Meets World, Saved By the Bell, Growing Pains, The Torkelsons, Family Matters, The Fresh Prince of BelAir, Even Stevens ( come on, Shia LeBeuf was hilarious even as a 10 year old), Clarissa Explains it All, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Flash Forward, Pete and Pete, Salute Your Shorts, and Hey Dude. I miss the effortlessness of these half hour specials. Nothing was too forced, too serious, or too stupid. Take me back to days when the biggest problem was the guy we were dating was too short (funny enough I learned a life lesson and realized appearances don't matter) or trying to figure out how to cheat on the SAT's ( but then learning a life lesson that cheating isn't really the way to get ahead in life). Watching Michael Sever ( O Kirk Cameron why did you have to go all "religious?") be aloof was enough for me.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s44v6VlyGHU

( don't lie, the best episodes where when we got to see Leo Di Caprio... yummmm)

I don't know any leppers either, but I'm not going to go join one of their fucking clubs...

This is a tribute to John Hughes. Whether you know it or not, you have been influenced by his magic. We all grew up watching his movies, and quoting his witty banter. My personal favorite movie of ALL TIME is The Breakfast Club and I could quote it beginning to end. John wrote and directed most of the cult classics we know and love including: Sixteen Candles, Ferris Buellers Day Off, Weird Science, Home Alone, Uncle Buck, The "Vacation" movies, Pretty in Pink, The Great Outdoors, and Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. For some weird reason, Mr. Hughes was able to capture all the important aspects of high school life. I know for a fact that high school never changes. The same cliques exist , and the same heartbreaks happen, and the "breakfast club" has been retold through the years with a different spin. Everyone knows that if they had a "duck man" in their lives the world would be a much happier place, and if Jake Ryan really did pull up in a hot rod wanting "you" you would melt. Unfortunately we all are aware that high school was a pretty shitty place, and watching movies like this only made you believe high school was something else. However, watching Ferris sing "Danke Schoen" on a float in Chicago on a Friday night was a staple in my young life. Watching these scenes now only brings back the memories of high school, and how young we were. So thank you John Hughes for making the 80's fabulous, and making our expectations of high school so high. RIP John.

"Not that I condone fascism, or any 'ism' for that matter. Ism's in my opinion are not good. A person should not believe in an ism, he should believe in himself. I quote John Lennon: 'I don't believe in Beatles, I just believe in me.' Good point there. After all, he was the walrus. I could be the walrus, I'd still have to bum rides off of people. "- Ferris Bueller

"Dear Mr. Vernon, We accept the fact that we had to sacrifice a whole Saturday in detention for whatever it was we did wrong, but we think you're crazy to make us write an essay telling you who we think we are. You see us as you want to see us: in the simplest terms and the most convenient definitions. But what we found out is that each one of us is a brain ... and an athlete ... and a basket case ... a princess ... and a criminal. Does that answer your question? Sincerely yours, the Breakfast Club."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNGIg8f-0Wc&feature=related

Wit beyond measure is man's greatest treasure....

The white hair is a definite sign of old age... However, it is also a sign of intelligence. At least, in the case of hollywood trilogies (or in Dumbeldore's case a six-iology). How is it that in these stories that we love so much, there is always the greater good, the hero and his cronies, and the old wise man? In my life I have none of these things, and somehow I love the stories that do. In my dizziest daydreams I have a great mission to accomplish, sidekicks to help me, and a wonderful old mentor who tells me secrets and old answers to ancient questions. I am beginning to wonder if all great triology type stories have the "old wise men figure"? Lets see, in "Kill Bill" there are a few different masters of the arts we could label "wise man". Pai Mei, Hattori Hanzo, and even Bill himself ( now this example does not necessarily lean towards "the greater good") all serve as mentors, and all are either white/gray haired or bald. I know there are other trilogies that don't involve the old wise man, but I think it makes one hell of a story. I also wish that they could all be giving me advice, all the time. Maybe I would learn magic, the force, secrets of ancient history, and kung fu all at once. One can only hope.

There is NOTHING ironic about show choir...

I am sure many of you have had the joy of watching Glee on Fox this past season. I am pleased to say that my room mate Emily and I have become increasingly obsessed with this drama/comedy about high school misfits. I have an older post about my love for musicals, and this was the reason I started watching Glee in the first place. I am a sucker for anything that sings and dances! However, the show is more than just kids singing show tunes. The writing behind the series is actually very witty and smart. A good show is made up of three things ( In my opinion at least) 1: Good acting. 2: Good Writing 3: Like-able characters. Fortunately for Glee, it shines in all of these areas. The main diva of the show (Racheal Berry, played by Lea Michele) is a bossy, slightly conceded, but charmingly honest ambitious teenager with no thing distracting her from her life goal of becoming a star. Finn (played by Cory Monteith) is the distracted but heartfelt confused boy, in love with the snotty cheerleader. The only thing bringing these two opposites together is their love for singing and Glee club. Lea Michele tried to make her mark on broadway for years. She has been around for while, most well known for her role in Les Miserables. Non of the stars on the show had much in their pockets before starting on Glee. Now they have the whole of the United States begging for more. It just goes to show you I was right. EVERYONE loves musicals, admittedly or not, they are an uplifter. Sing away guys!

A very scary thought...

I have recently come across this scary story online. Apparently there is some show on television "19 Kids and Counting". You might think this is a funny comedy, or even a drama about some poor couple who feels bad for orphans. NO. This is a real family.. a real couple who has physically made 19 humans. I can't even begin to describe my grossed outness of this weird phenomenon. Who has 19 kids? Who wants 19 kids? I was intrigued so I did some research about this woman with all these babies coming out of her. Apparently they are really religious (gasp!), and don't believe in birth control (no way!). I often think of children as the perfect example of birth control. Anyways, they decided to let God determine how many children they have, apparently God forgot about them because he hasn't pulled the reins in in awhile. 19 children. Gross. And the best part is, she did that thing we all love where the parents name their children with a matching first letter, Ok here goes:
1. Joshua James
2. Jana Marie
3, John Daid
4. Jill Michelle
5. Jessa Lauren
6. Jinger Nicole
7. Joseph Garrett
8. Josiah Matthew
9. Joy-Anna
10. Jedidiah Robert
11. Jeremiah Robert
12. Jason Michael
13. James Andrew
14. Justin Samuel
15. Jackson Levi
16. Johannah Faith
17. Jennifer Danielle
18. Jordan-Grace Makiya
19. Josie Brooklyn -

O , and the Dad's name is Jim Bob.

I am going to go get my tubes tied now.

The Bluth side of life...

There are many shows that had a short run time, and some of these shows might be considered some of the best shows ever created ( at least by my point of view, and hey this is my blog so I can say what I want). In this category of brilliant TV entertainment would be Arrested Development. This is one of the wittiest shows in the history books today ( and I think it was probably schluffed off because the living population could not fully understand the humor.. it does require brain cells after all). The show revolved around the Bluth family, who are all incredibly incompetent, with the exception of the middle son, Michael Bluth. The plot involves the family trying to deal with real life after their father is sent to prisoner using the company as his personal piggy bank. Everyone needs to get jobs, and (gasp) save money. They bumble around trying to impress each other and be successful, while Michael covers up their mistakes. The characters are all so well developed and the writing is fantastic. There were only three seasons ever made, but the shows clung on for dear life. It was first aired on HBO, then after the ratings weren't up to par, switched over to Showtime. After another season of not enough viewers FOX actually picked it up. It still didn't make it, but producers knew it was winner. If you are looking for a new addicition, look no further than Arrested Development. It is narrated and directed by Ron Howard ( and Henry Winkler plays an incompetent lawyer who occasionally makes Fonzi type movements). Michael Sera actually got his first role in this show playing Michael's son ( and everyone always says " I didn't know he was in this!"). You'll fall in love, promise.

and we'll all go down together...

I will go to my grave trying to convince this world that Billy Joel is better than Elton John. For some reason, people don't want to accept this because Elton John just happens to be more popular, but his songs are NOT better! Billy Joel has that jazzy, bluesy, soul that Elton makes up for in poppy electro-beats. I personally think Billy Joel has better music, and a better style. I have loved that man for years, and the best night of my life was seeing him live two years ago. We got the FRONT ROW after one of his roadies gave us these tickets instead of our nosebleed seats. Apparently Mr. Joel himself buys the front row so that they don't get sold to scalpers. It was the most insane moment of my life. I was there with great company, a great piano man, and a whole lotta screaming fans. I saw his nose hairs I was so close. He was so fantastic. If you have not really committed yourself to the Piano Man, then go ahead and listen to these songs and be converted: It's Still Rock'n' Roll, She's Always A Woman, Big Shot, Piano Man, Scenes at an Italian Restaurant, and Vienna. You will be changed.

"She can lead you to love, she can take you or leave you
She can ask for the truth but she'll never believe you
And she'll take what you give her as long as it's free
Yes she steals like a thief but she's always a woman to me"

-She's Always A Woman, Billy Joel

The "Uh huh's" and "Oh Ya's"

This is a small but important dedication to those moments in film when you fall in love. I'm not taking about story plot, I'm talking about myself. These are the moments that you remember from a film, not because they were important to the story line, or because they freaked you out, but because they turned you ON. it's that.. "whoa.. who is that glorious man?" ( sorry to woman lovers alike, but I have to write from my point of view so if you have some female "yooza's" moments then feel free to send the to me and I will post them for you). First on the short list would be the scene in "The Virgin Suicides" with Josh Hartnet. I am not the biggest Josh fan, but I can appreciat'e good bone structure as much as the next girl. I am taking about his swagger and style as he walks down the hallway to Heart's "Magic Man". He whispers into Lux's ear "you're a stone fox" and we all just melt a little bit. The character of Tripp is the essence of high school cool, and we can't help but drool a little bit. Number two on the list goes out to Tristan Thorn ( played by Mr. Charlie Cox) of the book and film "stardust". I am a sucker for movies with swordfights and men wearing vests.. so I loved the book before I loved the movie. It's a feel good fantasy with a head turning stud. He starts out as a lovesick bumbling fool, and somehow by the end of the movie he turns into a sword-wheeling badass with a swagger ( that is an important adjective to use because some men have it and some men don't) that makes my tummy flip a little. Plus he has the cutest side smile of all time. The last man of the evening ( and don't worry there will be more to come in time) goes to none other than the master of swagger himself.. Han Solo. Don't hate on the Star Wars geek, he is a God. He has the sass and spunk you can't help but love, and in the end he is always the good guy. We all love a badass. Han is no exception. Ok, more on THIS topic at another date.. I have to go to class. Swagger away gentlemen... swagger away...

The greatest trick the devil ever pulled, was convincing the world he didn't exist...

Wrap your head around that for a minuet. I think that might be one of my favorite movie lines. "The Usual Suspects" is one of my favorite movies for a number of reasons ( but one of them is not Kevin Spacey because he bothers me a little bit). For some weird reason, I like stories that have no good guys. There are NO good guys in this film. Well, I guess it depends on how you define a "good guy". It is a movie about criminals threatening other criminals with a giant "Who done it?" at the end. If you have not seen the movie and want too, stop reading, I'm going to spoil it for you. Kevin Spacey plays an annoying cripple who has the illusion he has just been thrown into this lineup of hard core criminals by accident. But it is always the least expected you should expect, and Kevin Spacey with watery eyes is no exception. They talk fast and dirty, slinging "Fucks" and "Cock Sucker" around every threat. However, it really invites the ambiance of the movie, and puts you in a deep and dirty place right alongside the "bad guys" you love so much. The best part about this movie is the end, it messes up your head. I LOVE movies that make me go " WHATTTT?" at the end. In my other life I am positive I was someone stealthy. Probably the person on the computer in the van, cracking codes on the computer. I don't this I have the gusto to actually hurt people, so I would be the "weapons specialist" and " security code crakcer" person. Over and Out....

The Cove

I just spent the last two and half hours being enlightened. Documentaries can be difficult to watch because everything is one sided. A point is trying to be made, so the information you get is pushed at you in a way that makes you feel overwhelmed. I love documentaries, and documentary film making. However, this is the first documentary I have seen in a long time that leaves the the opposing sides in the dust, and focuses on a problem that desperately needs to be solved. "The Cove" is a documentary that was put together by a REALLY brave group of activists and scientists geared towards putting a stop to the dolphin slaughter in Japan. Whaling is illegal in Japan, fortunately for them dolphins are not considered whales ( but biologically they are small whales). They kill over 23,000 dolphins a year by herding them into a blind cove and murdering them with harpoons. Thats all I can call it, murder. It is very hard to watch, but the more information and knowledge we have, the better chance we have at stopping this awful yearly travesty. Ric O'beary (pictured above) was the trainer of the beloved "Flipper" in the 60's. After everything he saw and experienced as a trainer, he realized these intelligent animals are not meant for captivity, and has been setting dolphins free all over the world ever since. This post is strictly about awareness. There are so many causes in our world that makes us shut our eyes and shake our heads. Sometimes we feel useless and lazy because we can't seem to even attempt to try and fix these things that makes us sick to our stomachs. If I could I would be out there in those waters with cameras, risking it all for something to improve this ignorant population of ours. Maybe one day I will be, but for now, what makes me feel better is writing this blog on my couch and hoping that someone will see it and get curious enough to watch the movie. Knowledge is power.


http://www.takepart.com/thecove/

Me love you long time

I think this post is long overdue for me. I will forever be entranced by the wonder that IS David Bowie. He is just one of the coolest cats that went through the music world. What was really great about David Bowie was that he created his own style. True artists are on the front line, waiting to shock and awe you, and David really raised some eyebrows. His claim to fame with his alter ego "Ziggy Stardust" was an alien being who is attempting to present humanity with a message of hope in the last five years of its existence. Ziggy Stardust is the definitive rock star: sexually promiscuous, wild in drug intake and with a message, ultimately, of peace and love. How cool is that? So many other bands stole his style and were inspired by his weird music that he became a legend all over the world. My all time favorite song in the entire world is "Golden Years". I realized this when I was in 7th grade and I saw a Knight's Tale for the first time. I think we all know the scene I am referring too. I have included a link for that particular scene so everyone can remember how cool it really was ( RIP Heath). But basically, one of the things I would love to do before I die.. is see him live. I don't think it will happen because he no longer tours, but if anyone catches word of a secret underground jam session.. I will sell my liver for tickets. Major Tom signing off.......


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlPpFPxti5Q&feature=related

"So I turned myself to face me
but I never caught a glimpse,
Of how the others must see the faker
I'm much too fast to take that test."
-David Bowie, Changes