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We went to see Solo: A Star Wars Story opening weekend. It’s not perfect, but it’s fine. Stop panicking.

Posted on May 26, 2018 by Joel

We went to see Solo: A Star Wars Story opening weekend back at the end of May. The film’s production had a slightly troubled history. Lucasfilm dismissed original directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller due to creative differences (never a good sign) and … Continue reading →

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Joel’s review of Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)

Posted on December 19, 2017 by Joel

It’s finally here – Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017). The wait is over. We saw the film opening weekend, and I’m still digesting the film. The film takes place immediately after the events of The Force Awakens.  Immediately after. Rey … Continue reading →

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New addition to the Ipe video library – Star Wars: The Clone Wars – Seasons 1 – 5

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Joel

New addition to the Ipe video library – Star Wars: The Clone Wars – Seasons 1 – 5. We enjoy Star Wars, and the Clone Wars was appointment television in our house. I’ve already started ripping these episodes to our Plex media … Continue reading →

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Joel’s review of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)

Posted on December 20, 2016 by Joel

How long have we waited for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story to come out? A long time. I know a few people didn’t understand why one would want to watch a film based in the Star Wars universe that isn’t … Continue reading →

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Joshua’s 11th Birthday Party

Posted on March 8, 2016 by Joel

For Josh’s 11th birthday, we decided to change it up a bit. Instead of inviting 30 kids to some facility for jumping, pizza and cake, we opted to do something focused more on quality than quantity. Josh invited just three of … Continue reading →

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Joel’s review of Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015)

Posted on December 31, 2015 by Joel

30 years after the defeat of Darth Vader and the Empire, Rey, a scavenger from the planet Jakku, finds a BB-8 droid that knows the whereabouts of the long lost Luke Skywalker. Rey, as well as a rogue stormtrooper and … Continue reading →

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Joshua’s sixth birthday party

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Joel

Joshua celebrated his sixth birthday this year. Trying to find something different to do, we opted to rent a nearby community room, and entertain the kids ourselves. We decided on a space / Star Wars theme for the party. Since Joshua … Continue reading →

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Midwest Road Trip Day 8 – Our Dating Anniversary

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Joel

Today is our dating anniversary. I wouldn’t say we make a big deal of it annually, but always try to do a little something. The women have gone off to get a mani/pedi this afternoon, and the boys are hanging … Continue reading →

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Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008)

Posted on May 5, 2010 by Joel

Recently visiting our local library, I was pleasantly surprised to find a large and varied collection of DVDs. Amontg them, Star Wars: The Clone Wars. This is the CG-animated film that was released in 2008 and preceded The Clone Wars … Continue reading →

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The Galactic Empire takes control of Wall Street

Posted on December 22, 2009 by Joel

I know it’s a popular event to get a chance to ring the opening bell the NY Stock Exchange, but this was just weird. Why is Darth Vader allowed to ring the opening bell this morning?  Flanked by Imperial Storm Troopers?  … Continue reading →

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