The song 'High School Never Ends' by Bowling for Soup has some minor truth to it. The band sings about how people barely change from when you went to high school together, and at every school there's those stereotypes that are inevitably inescapable.
Tonight I went to a football game at my old school and didn't feel comfortable at all. There was a handful of people I chatted with, but some that I didn't even approach or vice versa. I've moved on and away from that scene. I was talking about work and high end conversations with people older than me and they kept telling me who's hooked up with who. I just find more to life than stuff like that. I want depth to conversations. Not petty small town gossip. Maybe I'm just in a tense mood from earlier today. I don't know. But I'm gonna finish my night now with cereal and a movie.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
I'm Your Baby
I usually try not to post controversial topics, just because arguing over the internet is pointless and dumb. But this is something I saw on Facebook, and I feel the need to repost this. If you don't agree with my support of anti-abortion, then feel free to not read, but I suggest you do.
I'm your baby. You don't know me yet, I'm only a few weeks old. You're going to find out about me soon, though, I promise. Let me tell you some things about me. My name is John, and I've got beautiful brown eyes and black hair. Well, I don't have it yet, but I will when I'm born. I'm going to be your only child, and you'll call me your one and only. I'm going to grow up without a daddy mostly, but we have each other. We'll help each other, and love each other. I want to be a doctor when I grow up. You found out about me today, Mommy! You were so excited, you couldn't wait to tell everyone. All you could do all day was smile, and life was perfect. You have a beautiful smile, Mommy. It will be the first face I will see in my life, and it will be the best thing I see in my life. I know it already. ... Today was the day you told Daddy. You were so excited to tell him about me! ...He wasn't happy, Mommy. He kind of got angry. I don't think that you noticed, but he did. He started to talk about something called wedlock, and money, and bills, and stuff I don't think I understand yet. You were still happy, though, so it was okay. Then he did something scary, Mommy. He hit you. I could feel you fall backward, and your hands flying up to protect me. I was okay... but I was very sad for you. You were crying then, Mommy. That's a sound I don't like. It doesn't make me feel good. It made me cry, too. He said sorry after, and he hugged you again. You forgave him, Mommy, but I'm not sure if I do. It wasn't right. You say he loves you... why would he hurt you? I don't like it, Mommy. ... ... ... ... Finally, you can see me! Your stomach is a little bit bigger, and you're so proud of me! You went out with your mommy to buy new clothes, and you were so so so happy. You sing to me, too. You have the most beautiful voice in the whole wide world. When you sing is when I'm happiest. And you talk to me, and I feel safe. So safe. You just wait and see, Mommy. When I am born I will be perfect just for you. I will make you proud, and I will love you with all of my heart. ... I can move my hands and feet now, Mommy. I do it because you put your hands on your belly to feel me, and I giggle. You giggle, too. I love you, Mommy. Daddy came to see you today, Mommy. I got really scared. He was acting funny and he wasn't talking right. He said he didn't want you. I don't know why, but that's what he said. And he hit you again. I got angry, Mommy. When I grow up I promise I won't let you get hurt! I promise to protect you. Daddy is bad. I don't care if you think that he is a good person, I think he's bad. But he hit you, and he said he didn't want us. He doesn't like me. Why doesn't he like me, Mommy? You didn't talk to me tonight, Mommy. Is everything okay? It's been three days since you saw Daddy. You haven't talked to me or touched me or anything since that. Don't you still love me, Mommy? I still love you. I think you feel sad. The only time I feel you is when you sleep. You sleep funny, kind of curled up on your side. And you hug me with your arms, and I feel safe and warm again. Why don't you do that when you're awake, any more? I'm 21 weeks old today, Mommy. Aren't you proud of me? We're going somewhere today, and it's somewhere new. I'm excited. It looks like a hospital, too. I want to be a doctor when I grow up, Mommy. Did I tell you that? I hope you're as excited as I am. I can't wait. ...Mommy, I'm getting scared. Your heart is still beating, but I don't know what you are thinking. The doctor is talking to you. I think something's going to happen soon. I'm really, really, really scared, Mommy. Please tell me you love me. Then I will feel safe again. I love you! Mommy, what are they doing to me!? It hurts! Please make them stop! It feels bad! Please, Mommy, please please help me! Make them stop! Don't worry Mommy, I'm safe. I'm in heaven with the angels now. They told me what you did, and they said it's called an abortion. Why, Mommy? Why did you do it? Don't you love me any more? Why did you get rid of me? I'm really, really, really sorry if I did something wrong, Mommy. I love you, Mommy! I love you with all of my heart. Why don't you love me? What did I do to deserve what they did to me? I want to live, Mommy! Please! It really, really hurts to see you not care about me, and not talk to me. Didn't I love you enough? Please say you'll keep me, Mommy! I want to live smile and watch the clouds and see your face and grow up and be a doctor. I want you to love me again! I'm really really really sorry if I did something wrong. I love you! I love you, Mommy. Every abortion is just… One more heart that was stopped. Two more eyes that will never see. Two more hands that will never touch. Two more legs that will never run. One more mouth that will never speak.
This really puts things into perspective. I can't comprehend how some do not see a precious, innocent baby's life as not being human. I've got a friend struggling with her pregnancy right now, and all she wants is to be a mom. One could argue that if someone got pregnant and didn't want to be, then they have the right to abort. But why can't you face your consequences of being stupid and having unprotected sex to begin with, and then give the baby up for adoption? There ARE families that can't have children, and WANT a child. There ARE families that WILL adopt. Why do you think the waiting time for my family was over 3 YEARS before we could get my baby sister from China? If you're considering abortion, please rethink it.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Flat tire and a flat lined heart
Scared myself a bit today. On the way home i decided to put a little gravel in my travel and take the back roads. It was pretty nice out, and the thunderheads on the mountain were worth cruising around for.
Well, I end up with a flat tire from something I hit while looking away from the road (yes, I know that's my fault. Taking my eyes off the road...). My car starts to really pull to the right, and I end up in the other lane, so I merge it back over to my lane, and somehow manage to calm myself down. It really did scare me a good one.
While I sit there for a bit, a young Mexican mechanic with broken English comes puttering along in his van, and stops by me.
"you have flat tire, amigo?"
"yea..I just got off the phone with my dad. He's gonna be here soon to help me fix it."
"no no no! I can fix for you now. You have spare, yea?"
"yea..it's on the back."
"ok we fix now."
From there this dude replaces my tire free of charge, and gets it done in like, 10 minutes. I would have done it myself if I had a jack, but all I had was a tire iron.
I really thanked him for his kindness and he went on his way. But now I'm gonna get a few new tires for the front of my car. It's pretty much a 4-wheel deathtrap anymore. I guess that's why my aunt gave it to me for free! ;)
Well, I end up with a flat tire from something I hit while looking away from the road (yes, I know that's my fault. Taking my eyes off the road...). My car starts to really pull to the right, and I end up in the other lane, so I merge it back over to my lane, and somehow manage to calm myself down. It really did scare me a good one.
While I sit there for a bit, a young Mexican mechanic with broken English comes puttering along in his van, and stops by me.
"you have flat tire, amigo?"
"yea..I just got off the phone with my dad. He's gonna be here soon to help me fix it."
"no no no! I can fix for you now. You have spare, yea?"
"yea..it's on the back."
"ok we fix now."
From there this dude replaces my tire free of charge, and gets it done in like, 10 minutes. I would have done it myself if I had a jack, but all I had was a tire iron.
I really thanked him for his kindness and he went on his way. But now I'm gonna get a few new tires for the front of my car. It's pretty much a 4-wheel deathtrap anymore. I guess that's why my aunt gave it to me for free! ;)
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Mystery Girl
Well...it's been interesting the past couple of days, that's for sure.
Let's backtrack a little..
Yesterday I was working at Chick Fil A like I do...and I'm on my 30. I jump on my phone to check my messages, and I get one from my radio DJ friend from KUZZ. Apparently my reputation preceeds me, because this is what he sent me:
Dude, your rep preceedes you. This is the text of an email I got this AM.
Hi, this is probably going to sound really strange, but I promise you that I am not a stalker or a crazy person. I have heard a young man named Jake call into your show for several years and have always thought that he sounded like a very nice guy. And of course, he has great taste in since he listens to Steve and Geoff on KUZZ. I have a daughter who is 17 years old and a Senior at Taft High School. She is also taking some Taft College classes through the high school. She is smart, very pretty, and has a great sense of humor, and I'm not biased when I say that. Unfortunately, all of the guys that she has meet have been immature players who do not know how to treat a girl. For example, she found out last night that the guy she thought she was going to Homecoming with next Friday is already going with someone else. Now she does not have a date and said that she will not even go unless she can find someone else at the last minute. I always assumed that Jake lived in Bakersfield and figured there was no way that him and my daughter could meet. However, a couple of weeks ago, Jake called in and said that he was going to Taft College, so I figured there was a chance now.
I know this sounds desperate, but I want my daughter to meet a really great guy who is mature, has a great sense of humor, and knows how to treat a girl, but there doesn't seem to be any in Taft. I don't know what Jake looks like or anything about him, but he sounds like he is all of the above and more.
I looked on facebook, but could not find anyone that I thought could be him. Is there anyway that you can help me such as emailing me a link to his facebook page?
Thanks for any help that you can give me and my daughter.
****** (name removed)
Hi, this is probably going to sound really strange, but I promise you that I am not a stalker or a crazy person. I have heard a young man named Jake call into your show for several years and have always thought that he sounded like a very nice guy. And of course, he has great taste in since he listens to Steve and Geoff on KUZZ. I have a daughter who is 17 years old and a Senior at Taft High School. She is also taking some Taft College classes through the high school. She is smart, very pretty, and has a great sense of humor, and I'm not biased when I say that. Unfortunately, all of the guys that she has meet have been immature players who do not know how to treat a girl. For example, she found out last night that the guy she thought she was going to Homecoming with next Friday is already going with someone else. Now she does not have a date and said that she will not even go unless she can find someone else at the last minute. I always assumed that Jake lived in Bakersfield and figured there was no way that him and my daughter could meet. However, a couple of weeks ago, Jake called in and said that he was going to Taft College, so I figured there was a chance now.
I know this sounds desperate, but I want my daughter to meet a really great guy who is mature, has a great sense of humor, and knows how to treat a girl, but there doesn't seem to be any in Taft. I don't know what Jake looks like or anything about him, but he sounds like he is all of the above and more.
I looked on facebook, but could not find anyone that I thought could be him. Is there anyway that you can help me such as emailing me a link to his facebook page?
Thanks for any help that you can give me and my daughter.
****** (name removed)
I was, and still am blown away at the fact I've gotten this much attention from just my few calls here and there to the AM DJ's on the morning show. It's insanely humbling to know people think highly of you, when they haven't even met you.
This morning, I called back into the show to see what was really going on with it all. Apparently, the mom and daughter have found my blog, and apparently she's in my class. I don't talk much in the class to anyone else, but its kinda trippy to think about how someone knows you and you don't know them. But with that said, I'm not sure what's gonna become of all this. I've got my sights set on someone else at the moment, and I'm booked for the next two fridays with work shifts, and plans already set up for afterwards, so unfortunately I'm not going to be able to go to the homecoming.
But with this said, I guess I'll just call in tomorrow and see what else is going on. For now, I'm gonna finish some homework, and continue working on a fun little side project I've got going on.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Fumbled Fans.
Y'know, I find it hard to keep my mouth shut around people that don't know what they're talking about. Not that I want to disrespect their 'knowledge', but when someone's wrong, I want to correct it and make it right. Take last night for example (yes, I know full well the person(s) I'm talking about could read this, but this is a prime example, and I wanna vent and prove something here. If feelings are hurt, then that's on them, because that is not my intention.
Last night I had a few people post on facebook about how 'bad' Tony Romo (Dallas Cowboys quarterback) played in the game against the Jets. I'm not a Cowboys fan by any stretch (Go Broncos!), but I found this relatively upsetting, considering I was watching the game, and found that he did well, all things considered.
here's the inital posts:
Social network friend number one: "Excuse me, but can someone please tell me where Romo freaking learned how to play ball and can someone also please tell me what the heck kind of football that was in the last 3 seconds of the game? Cowboys better start pulling their heads out of their butts soon or this will be a bad year."
Social network friend number two: "I can't believe how badly Romo screwed up[ the end of that game!!!!!!!!!!! I REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEALLY wish they would replace him!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Social network friend number one: "Excuse me, but can someone please tell me where Romo freaking learned how to play ball and can someone also please tell me what the heck kind of football that was in the last 3 seconds of the game? Cowboys better start pulling their heads out of their butts soon or this will be a bad year."
Social network friend number two: "I can't believe how badly Romo screwed up[ the end of that game!!!!!!!!!!! I REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEALLY wish they would replace him!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Social network friend number three: "SERIOUSLY Romo!"
Now, here's the deal. these statuses turned into big threads and debates, mainly with me and the other user. I've played football for four years, and I've had a coach for a dad my entire life. I understand the vast majority of the game, more so than the 'fans' that posted these statuses (two are women, one is video gamer). I watched the game last night, and what they're saying is wrong. Romo didn't do bad. In an interview with Jim Rome today, Michael Irvin (ex-Cowboy) even said it. Romo did fine. The fumble did cost the game, admittedly. but the fact is, Romo did a LOT better to get the cowboys to where they were in the game, than a lot of other guys would have (and if anyone wants to argue this, lets throw Alex Smith in there). With 23 out of 36 completed passes, and 342 (if you don't understand this number, that's marching the football field nearly 3 and a 1/2 times) yards, and 2 touchdowns, he had a good night, up until that ONE FUMBLE and ONE INTERCEPTION.
Now, here's the deal. these statuses turned into big threads and debates, mainly with me and the other user. I've played football for four years, and I've had a coach for a dad my entire life. I understand the vast majority of the game, more so than the 'fans' that posted these statuses (two are women, one is video gamer). I watched the game last night, and what they're saying is wrong. Romo didn't do bad. In an interview with Jim Rome today, Michael Irvin (ex-Cowboy) even said it. Romo did fine. The fumble did cost the game, admittedly. but the fact is, Romo did a LOT better to get the cowboys to where they were in the game, than a lot of other guys would have (and if anyone wants to argue this, lets throw Alex Smith in there). With 23 out of 36 completed passes, and 342 (if you don't understand this number, that's marching the football field nearly 3 and a 1/2 times) yards, and 2 touchdowns, he had a good night, up until that ONE FUMBLE and ONE INTERCEPTION.
Now, this is where I'm going to address the network friends: why are you railing a guy that marched the team down and back and down again on the field, had two TD passes, and completed 63% of his passes that night? And this is against a team that was second in their divisional playoffs, compared to Dallas' lack of appearance in the post-season last year. They had the game. But a series of events got the game to swing in New York's favor.
Guess what folks, that's the game. It happens. You have zero control over it, so why must you complain? Being a fan for decades on end doesn't give you that right, either. I've been a Yankee fan since I could comprehend the game of baseball, but you don't see me crying when my team blew a game because Mariano Rivera blew a save. These are games. Sure, it sucks when your team loses, especially when the quarterback fumbles right at the end of the game. But as a fan, you have to realize that A LOT of things affect the game. Did you ever stop to realize that if that field goal WASN'T blocked, it'd still be a tie game, that could have gone into overtime? What about if he didn't fumble? What if the line didn't allow the defense to penetrate the line and cause pressure for Romo? Ever think about that?
These people that posted it seem to really miss that point. They're quick to jump on the bad play Tony Romo had, but fail to praise him for the rest of the game he played. They also don't realize that it's not just the quarterback. Where does the snap come from? The center. Who has to get the ball from the center? The Quarterback. now, between that transfer from center to quarterback, there's ONE thing that could go wrong: THE CENTER GIVES A BAD SNAP. If that happens, the QB has to make an awkward grab at the ball, and try to get the play rolling. What about THAT?
Oh, and the comments I've received about him running off with Jessica Simpson: did you forget that it was a BYE WEEK? They have a break, why not go with your girlfriend to Mexico?
There's a lot more that I could go on with, but I think this covers it for the most part. Overall, this is week one. We still have fifteen weeks left, and I'm really confident that the cowboys will do at least decent enough to get a bottom spot in the playoffs.
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Unstoppable.
So, I AM stoppable, like any other human, but the title still rings true to a degree. When you start getting busy with life, you have to keep going with it, no matter how tired you get. I've come to realize this after working 30+ hours a week, going to school, and then add in the time with family and friends, trying to stay fit and work out, it all gets very tiresome after a bit. I can't complain about my life though, it's amazing.
With that said, there's some other stuff to work with too and plan out for the rest of the year. I've got a wedding to go to on the last day of the year, and I'm going to work on a potentially BIG Party for Sherlock Holmes. Just like with what I did for the Pirates 4 and Transformers 3 films, We'd all get together at the undisclosed location of which I may or may not reside, and watch the First Sherlock Holmes, then go to the movie theater to see the second one.
Other than that, there's not really much else going on. I re-started formspring, but laid down the law that I won't be answering any heavily loaded questions. It's all for fun and goofy stuff.
There's a girl I've got a small crush on, but she probably has no idea I exist...
uhmm....oh, and I'm working on cartoon voiceovers. There's a few I can kinda do...still working on some others.
other than that, yea...just living life and enjoying every minute of this crazy train. I wish I had more time to blog...but I'm going to try to make time and keep this up to date with stuff as often as possible.
one last thing (you can tell this is quick and un-prepared because its all over the place, but I don't care right now): I'm polishing up the first video post for the Disney park secrets blog with my amigo Austen..check it out, let me know what you think. Oh, and if you have an idea for a new header for the site, let me know. Trying to find something better than what's up there now.
Disney Park Secrets Link
Now back to homework!
With that said, there's some other stuff to work with too and plan out for the rest of the year. I've got a wedding to go to on the last day of the year, and I'm going to work on a potentially BIG Party for Sherlock Holmes. Just like with what I did for the Pirates 4 and Transformers 3 films, We'd all get together at the undisclosed location of which I may or may not reside, and watch the First Sherlock Holmes, then go to the movie theater to see the second one.
Other than that, there's not really much else going on. I re-started formspring, but laid down the law that I won't be answering any heavily loaded questions. It's all for fun and goofy stuff.
There's a girl I've got a small crush on, but she probably has no idea I exist...
uhmm....oh, and I'm working on cartoon voiceovers. There's a few I can kinda do...still working on some others.
other than that, yea...just living life and enjoying every minute of this crazy train. I wish I had more time to blog...but I'm going to try to make time and keep this up to date with stuff as often as possible.
one last thing (you can tell this is quick and un-prepared because its all over the place, but I don't care right now): I'm polishing up the first video post for the Disney park secrets blog with my amigo Austen..check it out, let me know what you think. Oh, and if you have an idea for a new header for the site, let me know. Trying to find something better than what's up there now.
Disney Park Secrets Link
Now back to homework!
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Hiding the Plus in Facebook
This is more of a fly by post..I still have some stuff I need to write, I just haven't had the time. This is actually the first time in 3 days I logged on to my actual computer.
But last night when I checked facebook, a little window popped up saying things have changed.
This time for really good reasons, too.
Google+ is going to REALLY have a hard time with keeping up with Facebook. Especially since Facebook is rolling out more features at what seems like a monthly basis, if not quicker or sooner. Some will argue the sleekness of G+'s site, and lack of Ads, etc. etc. But overall, I highly doubt anymore that they're going to succeed. Facebook has a growing 500 million plus users. Google+ is way behind on those numbers, and lately I've had less and less people ask me for an invite to the site.
I may end up being wrong with my 'prediction' on this, and if I am, then I'll eat my words. Time will tell if the book outlasts the plusses Google's trying to make.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Smiles and Chicken.
Work moment: when cleaning windows on the outside of the restaurant, there was a family with two little kids sitting at a booth by the window. They kept watching me, and I smiled and waved. They smiled back, and then I used the windex to squirt a smily face on the window. They laughed and thought it was like, the coolest thing ever. Mom and dad there smiled and later thanked me for making their kids night. Just trying to make the world happier one person at a time is all.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Life in the Fast Lane
Man life has been insane lately. After D23 Last weekend, I got home, did stuff around the house Sunday, and then once Monday landed, I hit the ground running and haven't stopped much, if at all since. So here's a re-cap of the week for me:
Monday: Woke up, drove to Taft, picked up my books, drove to work, had work from 9-2, then back out to Taft for the first college classes of the semester. Had classes from 3-8, drove home, worked on homework until 12:30, and crashed around 1am.
Tuesday: Worked a long shift, scared one of my co-workers by standing in front of a door with a small window. All I did was crouch at the window so all she saw was from my nose to the top of my head, and as she rounded the corner to walk through the door, she totally freaked out. Had the rest of my co-workers in stitches from the little prank.
Wednesday - Work and School. nothing really exciting.
Thursday - Was supposed to have the day off from work, but ended up covering a shift for someone. Didn't really mind, because it means more money for me.
Friday - Great day! Worked from 12-5, and then had Karaoke with my co-workers later that night. After I got off my shift, I ran over and killed two hours before the work party, and saw Rise of the Planet of the Apes. Thought it was good, but a bit slow. Granted, it's understandable, considering it has to explain how the apes become intelligent. Overall, it was just 'alright' for me. Not a movie I'd pay to see again at the Box Office, but would consider renting a few times.
And now for the high light of the week.
After the movie I ran over to Starbucks, grabbed an iced coffee and drove over to the restaurant. I pull up to the restaurant, grab my button up shirt from the backseat, and let my car run so I can still listen to music as I button up my shirt standing outside my car. WELL, this is literally something you can't write. As I get my arms through the shirt, I happen to RE-LOCK my car door. You also must know that my car door is really stupid and closes on its own. as I get my shirt buttoned up...the door shuts.
I turn around to open my door again, assuming its still unlocked.
I now realize that it's locked.
And running.
With my stereo blasting my friday night party playlist.
So, I run inside the restaurant, ask my manager for her phone, call my parents (who were cross-town at a fantasy football draft), and tell them. My mom just starts laughing on the other end of the line.
Well, everyone inside at this point knows what is going on, and Megan and Destin, two of my co-workers who I'm good friends with come out and wait with me. (major thanks to them for waiting outside with me. It was still a good 85-90 degrees outside at 8:30pm)
My parents come over, we get AAA to unlock the car, and I proceed with my night. But geez, it was definitely one of the dumbest things I've ever done, and I'm humbly posting this, because there was a lot of text messages I was getting friday night asking if it really happened.
And now on Sunday, I'm polishing up my first week of college homework, and trying to figure out what to do for dinner. My life is never a dull moment, and I love every minute of it.
Monday: Woke up, drove to Taft, picked up my books, drove to work, had work from 9-2, then back out to Taft for the first college classes of the semester. Had classes from 3-8, drove home, worked on homework until 12:30, and crashed around 1am.
Tuesday: Worked a long shift, scared one of my co-workers by standing in front of a door with a small window. All I did was crouch at the window so all she saw was from my nose to the top of my head, and as she rounded the corner to walk through the door, she totally freaked out. Had the rest of my co-workers in stitches from the little prank.
Wednesday - Work and School. nothing really exciting.
Thursday - Was supposed to have the day off from work, but ended up covering a shift for someone. Didn't really mind, because it means more money for me.
Friday - Great day! Worked from 12-5, and then had Karaoke with my co-workers later that night. After I got off my shift, I ran over and killed two hours before the work party, and saw Rise of the Planet of the Apes. Thought it was good, but a bit slow. Granted, it's understandable, considering it has to explain how the apes become intelligent. Overall, it was just 'alright' for me. Not a movie I'd pay to see again at the Box Office, but would consider renting a few times.
And now for the high light of the week.
After the movie I ran over to Starbucks, grabbed an iced coffee and drove over to the restaurant. I pull up to the restaurant, grab my button up shirt from the backseat, and let my car run so I can still listen to music as I button up my shirt standing outside my car. WELL, this is literally something you can't write. As I get my arms through the shirt, I happen to RE-LOCK my car door. You also must know that my car door is really stupid and closes on its own. as I get my shirt buttoned up...the door shuts.
I turn around to open my door again, assuming its still unlocked.
I now realize that it's locked.
And running.
With my stereo blasting my friday night party playlist.
So, I run inside the restaurant, ask my manager for her phone, call my parents (who were cross-town at a fantasy football draft), and tell them. My mom just starts laughing on the other end of the line.
Well, everyone inside at this point knows what is going on, and Megan and Destin, two of my co-workers who I'm good friends with come out and wait with me. (major thanks to them for waiting outside with me. It was still a good 85-90 degrees outside at 8:30pm)
My parents come over, we get AAA to unlock the car, and I proceed with my night. But geez, it was definitely one of the dumbest things I've ever done, and I'm humbly posting this, because there was a lot of text messages I was getting friday night asking if it really happened.
And now on Sunday, I'm polishing up my first week of college homework, and trying to figure out what to do for dinner. My life is never a dull moment, and I love every minute of it.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
D23 Expo
Alright, I finally have a quick chance to blog this.
So..here's the deal: D23 was AMAZING.
Overall, it was a blast. Lots of great things to look at, and the panel I was able to get into was beyond awesome. I really think it's a great event, and is obviously going to get better in the future.
It was insanely busy Saturday. In fact, it sold out. Which is GREAT for Disney. Not only for their fans, but also that the general public is starting to get in on this. I can see this becoming a big deal if not by 2013, then definitely by 2015 if they still decide to do this bi-annually.
As we finally made our way into the Convention Center, we were able to see a lot of really cool stuff. Anything from Walt's Limo, to the Black Pearl model they used in filming. Not to mention a life size model of Lightning McQueen, MADE ENTIRELY OF LEGO BRICKS. Yes, I was a very happy fan boy. Disney and legos, can't really beat that.
Walt's Limo
Black Pearl Model.
And my new toy....or ride....or heck I really wanted to take this.
The Carousel of Projects was really awesome as well. Lots of great park models and photos. I'm excited to see the future of Disney parks, and seeing the construction of this come to life before our eyes.
Fantasyland Model for Walt Disney World.
Mine car vehicle for the Snow White Attraction coming to Florida.
The Ride Vehicles for Tow Mater's Junkyard Jamboree coming to CarsLand in California Adventure.
Ride Vehicle for Radiator Springs Racers
Jack's Costume.
Ship in a bottle!
I had the opportunity to chat with the Great Bill Farmer. Such an amazing guy to talk to about disney and his work.
The only panel we got into. Definitely made a good choice. It was amazing to hear John Lassetter and the Pixar team talk about the company.
Oh yea, and these guys were here too. Ever notice the guy in Black with the cane actually looks like a real life Al from Al's Toy Barn? It surprised me too. ;)
So..here's the deal: D23 was AMAZING.
Overall, it was a blast. Lots of great things to look at, and the panel I was able to get into was beyond awesome. I really think it's a great event, and is obviously going to get better in the future.
It was insanely busy Saturday. In fact, it sold out. Which is GREAT for Disney. Not only for their fans, but also that the general public is starting to get in on this. I can see this becoming a big deal if not by 2013, then definitely by 2015 if they still decide to do this bi-annually.
As we finally made our way into the Convention Center, we were able to see a lot of really cool stuff. Anything from Walt's Limo, to the Black Pearl model they used in filming. Not to mention a life size model of Lightning McQueen, MADE ENTIRELY OF LEGO BRICKS. Yes, I was a very happy fan boy. Disney and legos, can't really beat that.
Walt's Limo
Black Pearl Model.
And my new toy....or ride....or heck I really wanted to take this.
The Carousel of Projects was really awesome as well. Lots of great park models and photos. I'm excited to see the future of Disney parks, and seeing the construction of this come to life before our eyes.
Fantasyland Model for Walt Disney World.
Mine car vehicle for the Snow White Attraction coming to Florida.
The Ride Vehicles for Tow Mater's Junkyard Jamboree coming to CarsLand in California Adventure.
Ride Vehicle for Radiator Springs Racers
Jack's Costume.
Ship in a bottle!
I had the opportunity to chat with the Great Bill Farmer. Such an amazing guy to talk to about disney and his work.
The only panel we got into. Definitely made a good choice. It was amazing to hear John Lassetter and the Pixar team talk about the company.
Oh yea, and these guys were here too. Ever notice the guy in Black with the cane actually looks like a real life Al from Al's Toy Barn? It surprised me too. ;)
Friday, August 19, 2011
Air Mater
The great thing I love about Disney and Pixar is that they're always finding new ways to create stories. Some might not agree with that statement tied right to Cars, given that some didn't like the sequel, and might not like the Planes spin off (no pun intended) they're creating at Pixar. However, with that said, think about the new options we have now for attractions inside the 'soon' to open (next summer) Carsland. They may never even do anything with Planes inside there, given the machines are Planes, and the title is cars...who really knows. But back on topic, on a pure concept level alone, think of the fun we could have with a Planes attraction like that.
Towards the end of this clip, it somewhat reminded me of the newly re-opened Mulholland Madness turned Goofy's Sky School. "Anyone Can Fly". This is directed right towards all those Pixar in the Parks haters:
Have a good nightmare thinking about if Mater and the Pixar Planes took over the theme of that attraction. ;)
muahahahaha.....
Now back to watching D23 tweets...the Parks presentation's coming up soon!
Thursday, August 18, 2011
A Walking Zombie
I finally have a chance to sit down and write. This week has been INSANE. I've been working a lot since I've landed the job at Chick Fil A, and then this past week my mom's needed help moving her office over to a new building, so I've been the one they call when they need the heavy stuff (file cabinets and bigger boxes) moved for them. Needless to say, there's been A LOT of stuff I've moved. And between helping her out, and work, then getting the new Disney Park Secrets blog project up and running (still really not much on there, just got the page 'live'.), I've gotten very little sleep, and there's still very little sleep to come, seeing that I'll be closing Chick Fil A tomorrow night with all my awesome co-workers, and then I get home, wake up early on Saturday to drive down to Anaheim with my bro Austen, and we'll be at D23 all day. Sunday's still unknown schedule-wise, but I might end up spending the afternoon with my friend Justus who plays bass for Streetside Vinyl (local band. Went to high school with these guys), and we're gonna probably check out locations for a band photoshoot.
Oh, and I also start college classes for fall semester Monday Afternoon. The insanity isn't going to stop, but at least I can thank God for the man who realized that if you brew a lot of small brown beans together in really hot water, you get this wonderful, hot fluid that gives you a lot of energy.
And now friends are here...so we're gonna bonfire the night away.
Until later...I'm a walking zombie.
Oh, and I also start college classes for fall semester Monday Afternoon. The insanity isn't going to stop, but at least I can thank God for the man who realized that if you brew a lot of small brown beans together in really hot water, you get this wonderful, hot fluid that gives you a lot of energy.
And now friends are here...so we're gonna bonfire the night away.
Until later...I'm a walking zombie.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Two Days of Shiftwork, still alive
Family tradition: whenever one of us kids does something 'life changing' or 'new',
we take a photo in front of this tree...
Tonight was night two of training, and this time around they gave me a shot at working the register at drive through. I spent a good while learning to press the right buttons, as my co-worker would speak for me at the drive through, since I'm still working on correctly speaking to the guests with the usual CFA "I'd be happy to serve you", " *insert co-worker's name* will be serving you at the window" etc. As the night drew on, I did start doing that at the same time, but gosh it's hectic when you're trying to hear what the guest is saying, punch the order into the machine, get the drinks ready, and make sure you didn't miss anything they said, while trying to let them know their total, which window to pull to, and then helping bag the food for the window. I know that over time I'll catch onto working this madness, but gosh it was a difficult time the first go-around. I did pretty good for my first night though, according to the rest of my crew though, so I'm glad I did at least somewhat decent, apparently.
Overall, I'm beyond blessed to have such a great crew to work with, and a phenomenal place to work at. Really glad I got this job.
For now though, I'm going to sleep dreaming of peach shakes and chicken nuggets.
I'll be happy to serve you....
....tomorrow morning. ;)
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Late Night TV - Bring Back The Classics, Maaaaaan.
Lately I've been tivo-ing the re-aired episodes of Doug on TeenNick late at night, and watching them when I get the chance. Thankfully my youngest sister knows good entertainment, and loves watching them. But recently, I thought "why doesn't Disney do this? The 90's were prime for their TV lineups for kids."
From Even Stevens, to their live action, made-for-tv films (which are infinitely better in quality than what they make now), and even the commercial specials (5-minute movie surfer segments, anyone?) were awesome. Nowadays we have these shows that have no reality to them. Kids living on a cruise ship, teen by day, pop star by night, etc. It's not very relatable with kids day because really, who does either of those?
Lizzie McGuire and Even Steven was like watching my friends life play out on screen. It was real. It was what any kid on any given day was dealing with. Why can't we have shows like this for the kids younger than us? What's the reason Disney went with 'dream' shows like Hannah Montana and Shake It Up? I don't know, but I'd actually love to find out.
Overall, I think Disney would really benefit greatly from having either a channel for ALL things old school Disney, or creating an afternoon, or late night summer slot for the classic shows, and do a show every few months, and run one, or a few episodes a day, 5 days a week. If they DID decide to go with running their own Channel, I think they should not only touch on the 90s shows we loved, but go all the way back to the glory days of when Walt had a hand in the Television realm, and showcase the old World of Color, True Life Adventures, and animated shorts they made. I'm pretty certain it'd work, and if I'm wrong, then I definitely want to see more shows on DVD/Blu-Ray.
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Idea.
With all these stupid trends going right now, why not do something cooler? I mean, planking was an ok concept, but then It got stupid when people would plank on couches, or cars.
Then we have Owling. Crouching with your arms to your side, and a blank stare. That is INSANELY stupid.
So with all of these, why not do something that, personally I think would be cool? Or at least the concept of it.

Wherever you are in the world, take a photo of your Chuck Taylors. The shoes are classic pairs, and with many styles, they fit virtually anyone's fashion sense. Plus, it gives a tone of global unity, and just pure fun of traveling!
Only question is, what to call this?
Chucking? Chucked?
Gotta find a cool name for it now.
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Then we have Owling. Crouching with your arms to your side, and a blank stare. That is INSANELY stupid.
So with all of these, why not do something that, personally I think would be cool? Or at least the concept of it.

Wherever you are in the world, take a photo of your Chuck Taylors. The shoes are classic pairs, and with many styles, they fit virtually anyone's fashion sense. Plus, it gives a tone of global unity, and just pure fun of traveling!
Only question is, what to call this?
Chucking? Chucked?
Gotta find a cool name for it now.
- Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone
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