Life
Anything and everything that is not work related
It’s Batman Week
Oct 19th
Okay, so it’s probably not the official Batman week, but in my world it is. See, this week saw the release of one of the most anticipated video game titles in a long time – Batman: Arkham City. The game looks and sounds spectacular. But it’s not all about the video games here. This week also saw the DVD and Blu-Ray release of the latest DC animated feature – Batman: Year One. I’ve written about my excitement about this release before, but I didn’t actually put two and two together with the release date of the video game.
Man, this week is More >
What Happened To The Kurtenblog?
Oct 17th
For those of you who follow the Vancouver Canucks closely (and by closely I mean you scour the Interwebs for trivial commentary and listen to Vancouver-centric sports talk radio) then you may have already heard that the best resource for Canucks personality, analysis and comedy is now gone. Kapoof! Disappeared! I’m speaking of course about the Orland Kurtenblog. If you frequent the Bloated Penguin (yes mom, that’s you) then you know that the Kurtenblog was one of my morning reads, but now that it’s gone I’m feeling slightly lost…
If you have no idea what I’m talking about, check out this More >
The Best News Since 1989
Sep 9th
Morning all,
How about some great news right before the weekend? Okay, here we go! It’s what we’ve been waiting for since that fateful first time we all watched Back To The Future II. No, sorry, nobody will be mass producing hover boards. And no, Doc Brown and the DeLorean still haven’t hit 88MPH. But what’s the next best thing? YES! You’re correct! Marty McFly‘s kicks from Back To The Future II are finally coming to the mass public. Sure, in the flick he doesn’t get them until 2015, but I guess we’re a bit ahead of schedule.
(Re) Introducing the Marty McFly Air More >
Sweet Home (not really) Chicago
Jun 6th
So part II of the annual vacation meant the GF and I were off to Chicago. Home of the Bulls, the Blackhawks, the Cubs and the White Sox. But this wasn’t a trip about sports, this was a trip about pigging out. Hats off to the men and women on the food industry in this great city, their job is unmatched by any I’ve ever experienced. From gourmet hot dogs at Franks & Dawgs, to one of the best pieces of steak I’ve ever had at the Chicago Chophouse, this place was heaven on the bone. Check out the photos More >
Been To Hogwarts And Back
May 30th
Morning all,
This time I’ve got a valid excuse for not being around for a while. I’ve actually been on vacation! Last week the GF and I flew down to Orlando Florida to take in the sun, the experience of Universal Studios and the brand new Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Needless to say, it was spectacular. A few highlights? Okay then:
Went to Bubba Gump Shrimp, you know, the shrimp’n boat company from Forrest Gump. Well it turns out the restaurant chain actually existed before the movie, but since Ton Hanks ate a box of chocolates it’s really taken off. That, and Bubba More >
Embarking Soon
May 19th
Going to throw a bit of a twist into today’s post because it is time for a much needed celebration. And by celebration, I mean vacation. Phew. It’s been a tough few months in the last little while, but for those of you aren’t already aware,
I’m Taking My Talents To South Beach
Kind of. Okay, seriously though, I’m headed out of town for a little while but I’ll be back in due time. The GF and I will be testing our magical skills in Orlando as we’ll be visiting Hogwarts. That’s right. After that it’s a quick trip up to More >
Am I A Moleskine Nerd?
Apr 13th
Morning all,
Okay, so I know you’re probably used to the morning rants about movies and TV shows and the such, but I think I’m going to switch things up. Wait, come back from the ledge, it’s just a trial.
Anyways, I think I’m a Moleskine nerd…. I never really thought about it but my pretentious nature has cloaked itself from my self-conscious and all of a sudden I find myself generally pissed off when I have to write in a book that isn’t a Moleskine. Get the hipster criticism out of the way now cause I warn you, it could get worse.
I think More >
April Fools From Google
Apr 1st
This is a good one, especially because I already know 4 people who have sent this to me thinking it’s actually real.
Gmail (and subsequently Google), have done it again this year in releasing a fake feature for one of their products. This year’s culprit is Gmail Motion. The video is really good and I applaud those who kept a straight face while making it. My favourite part? Sending a message. Just lick a stamp and stick it to your knee!!!!
Okay, let’s try and get the office intern to fall for this.
Say What?