Monthly Archives: February 2009

9 phrases women use

I got this as a joke email at work yesterday, and I thought I’d share it for fun.  Don’t get offended.  I chuckled at a few, because I got a few of these in the past week.  I’m not easy … Continue reading

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The weight is making its great escape

I’m proud to announce that I’ve lost 4 lbs. in 4 weeks, which (if you can’t do the math) is 1 pound a week.  That is sustainable, doable, inscrutable, and not bamboozle-able. I’m really happy for myself, and I’m gonna keep … Continue reading

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Disney characters as Star Wars characters

Ok, what is up with George Lucas? The man has been merchandising everything under the sun related to the Star Wars franchise.  As the owner, it’s his right, but shouldn’t he draw the line at the most ridiculous ones?  Case … Continue reading

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U2’s new album “No Line on the Horizon”

The first review is out on U2’s new album, No Line on the Horizon.”  The review is not that good.  It’s not terrible, but the reviewer felt the album was “mostly restless, tentative and confused. ”  🙁  I’ll wait for a … Continue reading

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A Former Nun’s Memoirs Rock India’s Catholic Church | Time.com

I’m posting, because it’s about my family’s home state of Kerala, India. After 26 years as a nun, Jesme Raphael gave up her robes and walked out of the Congregation of the Mother of Carmel, the Catholic order in Kerala, … Continue reading

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How Obama Really Became President

I found this on Gizmodo.  Funny, in a nutty sort of way. How does a one-term US Senator become President of the United States and enter office with crazy approval ratings? Previously unseen footage reveals Obama‘s secret: the Autobot Matrix of … Continue reading

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Star Trek: TNG Reunion on Family Guy

Nerdgasm alert.  In the upcoming March 29th 2009 episode of Family Guy, Not All Dogs Go to Heaven, the show will feature the cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation. Lending their voices and likenesses will be Patrick Stewart, Levar … Continue reading

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Watchmen’s faithful film adaptation may prove that Alan Moore was right after all | SCI FI Wire

Oh come on, I was looking forward to this movie.  Don’t tell me that the movie doesn’t work.  I hope this is a one-off situation, and others like it.  Even then, unless the reviews are horrible, I’ll most likely still … Continue reading

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PS3 price cut may be on the way very soon, says analyst

Argh.  Wait.  Don’t wait.  Wait. Don’t wait.  The price may be cut in a few days?  In April?  By June?  More here at PC World.com. Brain…..suffering…aneurysm.  Must….finish……last…..cookie…….ACK!

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There is so much good music out there

There is so much good music out there. Do you realize how much music is out there?  I’ve been listening to my music collection this week, and while I enjoy the popular music that you hear on the radio, I … Continue reading

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