Ticked off, and without remorse

There's always going to be someone you're going to tick off. That's inevitable. But the fact that this last few weeks I've done things that people have thought was "about the least mature and most un-Christian thing I've ever seen. And I've seen an awful lot"

Thing is, when I see comedy that an audience is going to dig, I'm going to make fun of it. I make fun of a lot of things. Say it's unchristian, or whatever you want, but you can say apples can be oranges nowadays and people are going to buy into it. I don't feel bad for making fun of things or people because wouldn't expect anything different from anyone else. Especially considering if there's something to be humorous about it. With that said now, I used to be close to twitter followers, but because people get so easily butthurt, I dropped my old identity for something new, and am starting fresh. Keeping things a little more private, and refocusing why I use twitter. If that means I have 500 less followers, then so be it. I really don't care if I have 103, or 516. I just tweet what I think and leave it at that.

Brave: Another Target Hit By Pixar

Brave As an avid Pixar fan, just like thousands of people around the world, I made the pilgrimage to the theater to fork over the $10 bucks to watch the latest film the geniuses in Emeryville cranked out of their wonder house. And to be honest, as I write this, I'm left with a confused feeling.  Brave was a wonderful tale. Let's stick to the positives of the film. It was another great piece of film art that Mark Andrews created. The scenery shots were amazing, and jaw dropping. The pure attention to detail, even down to blades of grass were impressive. Visually, I think this is the prettiest film they've made to date, even if it was without audio. The story was heartwarming and fun, albeit a bit edgy with the brief comic nudity (parents, all that is shown is about a dozen rear-ends for a few seconds after a kilt escape from the top of a castle tower). Even just watching the hair move on the characters was great. Each individual strand flowing and bobbing on their own in the wind.  However, the only thing I have bad to say about the film is that it feels...off. After a bit of time to think about it, I think I know why. Pixar is well known for films of monsters and talking Australian fish. Of fighting ants and family superheros. What I think made this film so different from the rest, is that it's not only based in the past (10th century Scotland), but also that it's "real". Its a real-world location that felt realistic, for animated purposes. Not even Paradise Falls in "South America" felt like a real world location. But this one for some reason just felt different than the rest. It's not a bad thing, because Pixar is great at telling stories, and making them something that could be mediocre, and making it something great.  The next thing is there's a distinct similarity between this, and Brother Bear. Some may refute this, however there is some BASIC similarities, but both films do have their own great differences. Between the two films, there's a human becoming a bear out of someone's selfish amibitions, and a lesson of bonding and humility must be learned. Aside from that, there isn't much to compare to, which makes them unique all their own.  With all this said, it really is a wonderful film, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. If I do get a chance to see it again in theaters, I'm without a doubt going to. If you haven't seen it already, I highly suggest seeing it. It could change your fate. 

Coasting and Rolling on Life

The past few months have been really rough. Between my uncle dying, starting a solid 40-hour work week every week on top of full-time school, I'm tired. And this is just junior college.

A lot of stress and tired feelings have been from trying to figure out how to plan the next two to three years of life. You know, my major, career, etc. I've realized that my core focus is writing. I love to write and tell stories and even write opinion pieces. Directing or producing just isn't totally my thing, even though I do love the art of it, I want to enjoy it through my friends in the industry as just that.

I'm not worried about my career so much now that I realized I want to double major in  English and Child/Family Psychology, with a minor in Communications. The Comm. Minor will be beneficial to bot majors, and the majors themselves will give me great opportunities to get a job with a wide variety of places. From Teaching to publishing to marketing, I can do a lot of great things. Not sure if I want to get a BA or MA right at the start, but definitely get my MA over time, and eventually my Doctorate.

Now that I have my college figured out, and I know this is the route I want to take, the stress is left off a bit that I don't need to worry about planning this part out now. Ultimately, I'm very happy with my decision.


Now with another topic that has been pretty hot with me lately.


I love Disney and theme parks. But lately I'm tired of dealing with the people who find something wrong with everything anyone does. There's no need to nit pick every detail about the new CarsLand if it's not "in story" when the world's security helps the safety of guests over story lines.

I was even considering eliminating every trace of MainStreetJake. I was just wanting to start new. But then I had a realization, thanks to my parents and close friends, that I need to just block and ignore the people that are overly negative about the park, and continue to love my passion of theme parks and Disney.

So with that, I want to show you a bit of what I, my bro Austen, and Luke are working on.

We're currently Developing a site that will hopefully rival MiceChat and others. We feel the need to counteract the negativity with positive nature. This isn't going to be just another fan site. We're working on making it a place for the uber fans, and the 1-2 time a year guests can talk and enjoy details of Southern California theme parks together, without a line between those that know the secrets of each park, and those that don't. That's all I'm going to say on the topic now, but if you want to follow us on facebook or twitter, check here for updates: 

Facebook

Twitter

We're hoping to get the site up and running by the fall sometime, but it may be sooner. This is going to be a great labor of love, and hopefully something that takes off. We all hope you enjoy the future site, and will consider it your one-stop destination online for theme park information. 

You'll be on the right track, after all. 

Universal Studios

Went down to Universal Studios again last Saturday with my lady and her family. Really dig this park, and it's only my second time there. I think this is the next best to Disneyland in regards to Southern California Parks. 

Valencia In-N-Out for Lunch? Why yes please. 

I walk red carpets. 'Cause you know, I'm different than anyone else here.

"Babe, can I get this for Christmas?" - Me

"It's $7000!" - Her

"And?" - Me

Lower Lot time to check out...

This!

And stilt-man who looks like a car. See, Universal knows how to embrace true Hollywood style by just hiring those people that stand around without a job all day next to Grauman's in cartoon suits. Take that, Occupy Wall Street.

We're in a nest. Apparently.

Even at Universal, Disney references are everywhere. You go, Walt!

Sparkity Spark Spark! 

The theming in this ride seriously rocks. 

Only thing I wanted different was that this would slowly twitch and move, to catch the eyes of those that pay attention to these things.

She likes to push my buttons. 

Another thing I really liked, a cast member standing here to hand out the glasses instead of guess cluttering up the bins on their own. 

Now review time, because people on twitter kept asking my thoughts about it. Transformers is just downright awesome. I've said it before, I really don't care for the films after the first one. They just aren't my thing, and I think the action is too blurred with all the close ups of meshing metal on metal.

With that said though, this ride rocks. The 3D is seamless and wonderful. The glasses you wear are super lightweight, and don't get in the way. Best thing I loved is that the 3D isn't just a screen tossed into the ride and graphics projected. No, this ride's 3D is peripheral. It REALLY feels like you're caught right in the action of what's going on, and it's not blurred or too up close. The ride's vehicles are akin to the spiderman cars at Uni-Florida, and I gotta say, they move incredibly in sync to the film work. It's not too much of a jolting ride, and is really smooth with the spins and drops. Overall, I'd give this ride a solid A on a grade scale. Graphics are awesome, queue and show theming was spot on, and the ride system works incredibly well with what goes on in the story. I'd even dare to say I like this better than Star Tours.

Now onto more photos...

Do not ride if you have body odor?

"Do not ride if your tummy is bigger than a mummy's tummy holding a mummy's baby sonny"

Who rents out Universal Studios for prom? Rich celebrity's kids...

This one's for Danielle, AKA Best Skipper Ever.

Two of my favorite things combined! 

I just really like this guitar...

Theme Park rule of dress #82: NEVER SHOW YOUR BACK HAIR, CHEWBACCA!

Toyed around with a new photo app on my iPhone on the way home. You REALLY gotta get light bomber. A lot of fun for slow-shutter speed photos.