Author Archives: Joel

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009)

Posted on October 15, 2010 by Joel

Friday night, we were looking for something to watch with the kids. We selected Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, a 2009 animated film somewhat based on the children’s book by Judi and Ron Barrett. It features  a fantastic ensemble cast: … Continue reading →

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I don’t know what to do about graduate school

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Joel

Last month, I started taking a Saturday morning GMAT class through The Princeton Review. Since my wife works there, and as a family member, I could take a free course with them. In my long-term goals, I’ve had this plan … Continue reading →

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Baby Abigail is here

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Joel

Late Tuesday night, my sister gave birth to Abigail Philomena Joseph. She is their first daughter, born at a little more than 6 lbs. Baby and mother (and my brother-in-law Robbie) are all doing well. They don’t have a private room, … Continue reading →

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Futurama: Bender’s Game (2008)

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Joel

I had a little free time while I folded laundry on Sunday afternoon, so I watched the 3rd in the Futurama direct-to-video movie series, Futurama: Bender’s Game, through Netflix streaming. is the third of the four direct-to-DVD Futurama films that make … Continue reading →

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The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Joel

The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes is a new Marvel animated series coming out on the Disney XD Channel. I’ve watched a few online webisodes with Josh and Lily, and they like it. Looks to be a nice show to watch … Continue reading →

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The Social Network (2010)

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Joel

Saturday night, we went on a date night sans kids! We went to see The Social Network, a film written by Aaron Sorkin and directed by David Fincher. I normally would not at all be interested in watching a film … Continue reading →

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I’ve gone back and added new September 2010 posts

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Joel

For those of you who are avid followers (and I question your mental state), I used a time machine to go back in time. I added a few additional September postings and photos about events that happened that month. Why … Continue reading →

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Captain America: Super Soldier game coming 2011

Posted on October 6, 2010 by Joel

A Captain America game? Coming 2011? Interesting! More Captain America: Super Soldier Videos

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Have you ever read the ingredients in Reese’s Pieces?

Posted on October 6, 2010 by Joel

I had this crazy craving for Reese’s Pieces this morning. Have you ever read the ingredients? In the same order as listed on bag. Sugar; partially defatted peanuts; partially hydrogenated vegetable oil (palm kernel and soybean oil); corn syrup; dextrose; … Continue reading →

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Alberto Contador’s 2nd failed drug test

Posted on October 4, 2010 by Joel

The news this week is that cycling champion Alberto Contador failed not one, but two drug tests back in July. This is all very disappointing. I’m not a fan of Contador — I found him to be self-centered after witnessing … Continue reading →

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