THE 365TH DAY IS HERE!!!!!

You know I would say let's not open this till midnight, but what the hell, let's kick off the New Year right by starting early and giving the old year a big old boot to the ass.

First we start with the friends



Then we need beverages

and some soda



Next we got fireworks and tunes

Yes I know the song is supposed to be auld lang syne, but let's be honest...

THAT WAS FRIKKEN COOL huh?

and then we finish the evening with some auld lang syne...

Thank you one and all for a wonderfully tumultuous year...And here's to the New Year!!


HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

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364 DAYS AND COUNTING

An old year is ending...

Coming to an inevitable end, as all things do.

It was a good year filled with laughter and smiles and a hard year filled with heartache and tears.

There have been old loves that have slipped away and loves that have found a new beginnings.

New friendships have been forged and old friendships have shattered.

Some friendships have grown stronger and others will be missed.

An old year is ending and a new year is ready to take it's place, filled with a renewed hope and new aspirations.

A year filled with unknowns and uncertainties, with prospects of the heart, mind and soul, with fresh ideas for tomorrow.

Here at the beginning, where all things start.

A new year is beginning...

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FRIEND QUIZ the hits and myths

Most of us know that game and quiz "apps" on social networks are all the rage, right?  Yuppers folks, they got their meaty little booger hooks in me too.  I'm not complaining about them, at least not this time, except for the fact that they have stolen my soul...but that story is for another day.

Heh.

Well, there's one on Facebook called Friend Quiz.  It gives you some quirky little questions about your friends, and you have an option to answer yes or no.  Afterward it sends a little notification telling you that someone has anwered these questions and to find out who, you have to answer the same questions for other people.  For shits and giggles I looked into this.

I was reading the answers to my questions I had a thought.  So I got a Diet Coke from the fridge.

Then the Computer Monkey had an idea, "Jose."

Yes

"What if you take this foolish little idea and make it into a blog?  I'm pretty sure even you can handle that."

Huh?  What do you mean?

"Oh I apologize, I forgot who I was talking to.  Well, this is what some people think the answers are to questions about you correct?"

Uh yeah...

"Then why don't you answer these questions yourself?  It could make for an excellent writing exercise right?"

Hey, that's a pretty good idea.

"Of course it's a 'good idea', all of my suggestions are 'good ideas'.  You're the imbecile who never takes..."

Oh SHUT UP!!!  I'm doing it already.  Computer Monkey, as much as you like to bitch at me, you must really love the sound of your voice.

"As a matter of fact I DO love the sound of my voice.  It is a lovely voice, like a choir of angels, and it is quite soothing."

Asshole.

"Ah I see you're genius is showing again."  And with that the Computer Monkey flipped me the bird and walked away.


So my friends, cohorts and those that aren't either, here's the questions, their answers and my answers to the Friend Quiz



Do you think that Jose has showered today?

Yes

At this precise moment the answer is no...although as soon as I am done with my wordsmithing I'm heading to the kitchen to do some dish washing and after that I will be doing the body washing in the shower.



Do you think that Jose would secretly fart in public?

Yes

This, I hate to say is completely true.  I say this with a touch of shame, an ounce of pride and a whole lot of giggles.  What can I say, I think farts are funny.  So the answer here is Yes.

Do you think that Jose is mean?

No

I have to slightly disagree with this.  I am mean, although it is hidden in humorous, sarcastic and opinionated comments.  I am working on this though.  I have actually learned that on those days when I feel the absolute need to say something, I keep my trap shut.  I fail about 50% of the time...but that is a huge step in a positive direction.  There were times before that I wouldn't filter anything at all.



Do you think that Jose is a liar?

No

This is one of those questions that kind of apply to everyone.  No one is 100% percent honest, and I wouldn't want know somebody who is 100% honest.  Some lies are told to protect feelings, beliefs and dreams.  Yes I am a liar, and many times I have been grateful for that.



Do you think that Jose would look good in a mini-skirt?

Yes

Well I do have some nice legs...although I honestly believe there aren't that many people who would want to see me in one.  First of all, I don't have the shoes for a mini skirt.  Also, I don't own one, never had one, and since I have never worn one, I'm not sure I could coordinate a nice top, mini skirt, shoes and accessories to really give myself that "WOW" factor.  So just because I have nice legs I could say yes, but since I don't have the "mini skirt experience" I'll have to say NO, I would not look good in a mini skirt.



Do you think that Jose is smarter than George W. Bush?

Yes

Say what you want about George, but he was President of the US of A...twice.  Which meant he was smart enough to get the votes necessary to become the President of the US of A...twice.  Which means "we the people" voted for him to carry the position of President of the US of A...twice.  Which I believe means he was smarter than most of us to become President of the US of A...twice.  So by this reasoning, No I am not Smarter than a 5th grader...ooops I mean George W. Bush.



Do you think that Jose has ever lied in an interview?

No

Everybody has lied in an interview, myself included.  "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?"  I can barely see myself coming in everyday to come to this job, much less what I want to do 5 years from now.  "Well sir, I see myself being a part of the team here, leading by example, guiding new employees and learning more skills which would be both enriching and profitable to this company."

So yeah I have lied at a job interview.



Do you think that Jose has ever pranked call someone?

Yes

Actually this is something I have never done...although I have dialed the wrong number and had fun with a person on the other side of the telephone line...and I have drunk dialed people, but NO I have never prank called anyone.



Do you think that Jose has smelly feet?

No

LMAO...everybody has smelly feet.  It all depends on what you consider smelly.  I can't stand the smell of some soaps so someones "smelly" feet for me could be "clean" feet.  You know?  So I guess what I'm saying is yes, I am the owner of two smelly feet.



Do you think that Jose has ever played beer pong?

Yes

Again another NO.  I used to drink.  I did not really enjoy having to do parlor tricks to drink.  I was content just drinking...although I did enjoy playing NTN trivia at the bars when I did drink.

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SONG OF THE WEEK 5

Hello my friends, cohorts and those that aren't either, and welcome to my blog.

I'll hear some amazing song on a commercial, in a movie or at the end of some TV show, that just blows me away. So, I go searching for it. Albeit, while searching for this amazing song, I more often than not, get distracted.

I'll hear this song, and it's by some new or unsigned band and I think to myself "Self, this is a major discovery!"  I'd end up searching for everything on the web by them so I can get an idea of what they really sound like, but depending on my mood at that moment, my music tastes may change.  Sometimes a cool song gets forgotten, because I may not have cared for the rest of their music.

If it's an established artist, and I go looking for some other song of theirs that I like, and suddenly the first song I was searching for goes the way of the last soda in the fridge.

A while ago, I heard this song at the end of the TV series "Mercy".  I looked for it, found it, and put up a little blurb about it, mainly because I was exhausted, and I wanted to really appreciate later, and this way I wouldn't have to search for it.  Later that day, because I had already done the leg work, there was the song in it's easy to reach container where I took the time to really absorb it.

That my friends is how the SONG OF THE WEEK got started.

And here is the newest SONG OF THE WEEK.

I was watching the movie ADVENTURELAND, (which really has an amazing soundtrack, by the way) and in one of the scenes, "James", played by Jesse Eisenberg gives a mix tape to "Em" played by Kristen Stewert called "J's Favorite Bummer Songs" and Pale Blue Eyes by The Velvet Underground starts to play...

And what a great song it is.  It really takes the less is more approach by utilizing simple lyrics that are sung with a deep emotion and a sweet and touching melody that acts like a supporting character allowing the vocals and lyrics to shine, but without ever taking a backseat to the song.  I did not know much about Velvet Underground before this, but I am enjoying this aural journey that I have been taking because of this song.

So my friends and cohorts, here is the song Pale Blue Eyes by The Velvet Underground

This song can be found on the Album

The Velvet Underground - The Velvet Underground




BOOK
Tom Swift and His Flying Lab by Victor Appleton II

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MOVIE REVIEWS 4

You know what has always bugged me?  Movie reviews that take a "I'm so much smarter than you" route.  Every movie review I have ever read takes this approach.  They sit there and with a fine tooth comb and condemn every aspect of the movie or they praise the intellectual aspects of this cinematic experience.

Me, I just want a simple review.  Did the movie achieve it's goal.  How was the acting?  Was the script/story any good.  Was the movie entertaining.  Add a positive comment.  Add a negative comment.  Finally make a simple scale and rate that movie accordingly.

It's not asking for much.

Reading a movie review shouldn't have to be a chore.

So let's make that scale

   1.  Punch me in the FACE, because that's gonna be better than this movie.
   2.  I will never watch the movie again
   3.  Did I actually pay to see this?
   4.  I wish I saw it on cable.
   5.  I'll only watch it if its free on cable.
   6.  Can't find the remote...so I guess I'll watch this
   7.  This is better then the other stuff that's on.
   8.  I will watch the movie again
   9.  I CAN'T WAIT to watch the movie again
 10.  This movie WILL be owned, in any form because it's that damn good!!.

Now let's review some movies...

Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Prince

First of all, yes this is a good movie, and no it's not as good as the book. But there's no way it could have been..

With that said, finally this movie franchise has finally "grown up." The acting was good, the storyline was very deliberately paced and thought out very well. The characters, like the storyline, have all matured. And they finally made the loss of a character mean something. It's a very dark movie and not really meant for the young, but for the first time I'm actually looking forward for the next chapter of this story. It's definitely worth seeing and very enjoyable, as long as the readers of the books leave their preconceived notions and biases at the door.

8/10


NINJA

This movie is only for the fans of the late Saturday Night or Sunday Afternoon kung-fu movies.  And I guess I am not one of those fans (and I really thought I was).  I wanted to enjoy the movie.  I wanted to have that "wow" factor kick in, but alas it was not to be.  This movie is nothing special.  The story and plot are weak and left wanting.  The martial arts are "neat" but not a single action sequence or actor really stands out.  It's just not a very memorable film.

This movie gets a 3/10.

The Hangover

This movie is funny. But that's mainly because it's totally a guy flick. Which is a refreshing change. The humor in the movie is totally "R" rated which is also a nice change. So many movies tame down the humor to get a "PG" or "PG13" rating that the humor gets lost. This movie is wrong and irreverent, crude and low brow, witty and profoundly amusing. In other words, it's a comedy that wasn't afraid to be just funny. Some may not like the humor..luckily I am not one of them.

And watch out for Zach Galifianakis who damn near single handed steals the show.  I have never seen such "out of the blue" comments made with such conviction and sincerity.

This may not be for everyone  but I give it a 10/10.

Avatar

Aesthetically speaking, this movie is absolutely stunning. The CGI was used very well to make a believable world with wonders and dangers. The virtually seamless integration between live action and CGI was amazing.

But I have seen this story before. I saw it in Dancing with Wolves. I saw it in Braveheart. It was even in Star Wars Episode One.

Except that Cameron gives it a "Going Green" twist (which sadly is an ongoing theme in way too many movies).

With all that said it was still entertaining and quite a fun ride. It's a story that's been told more than once in many different genres, just this time it has a beautiful backdrop to go with it.

I stand by my rating of 8/10

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TO ALL MY FRIENDS, MY FAMILY AND MYSPACE...

I WANT TO TAKE A MOMENT TO SAY A FEW THINGS...



THANK YOU FOR VISITING MY LITTLE WASTE OF SPACE AND READING MY WORDS, AND FOR THAT I AM TRULY GRATEFUL.



TODAY, LET'S ALL TRY AND BE GOOD TO EACH OTHER.



WE SHOULD ALL HAVE A LOT OF WINTER FUN BECAUSE,



WE WERE ALL KIDS ONCE AND WE SHOULD NEVER FORGET THAT,



SO DON'T FORGET TO GET A LITTLE SILLY AND



TRY NOT TO LEAVE ANYONE ALONE OR LEFT OUT THIS YEAR



BECAUSE CHRISTMAS CAN BE MADE EXTRA SPECIAL FROM UNEXPECTED MOMENTS



I AM BLESSED THAT I CAN CALL YOU MY FAMILY AND MY FRIENDS



FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART, I WANT TO WISH YOU,



A JOYOUS AND LOVE FILLED MERRY CHRISTMAS

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TIS THE SEASON to copy and paste...heh

Hello all my fellow hooligans and miscreants and those that aren't either. A friend of mine had this thought on Facebook and I of course joined in the fun...

It's amazing how the times have changed. It seems like no one is in the Christmas Spirit anymore, how sad it that? It all has become way too commercialized. No one realizes what exactly Christmas is truly about anymore. I will admit I am not the most Religious person out there, however, I do know what and where Christmas came from and why we celebrate every year... do you?

Of course being the coal gathering Christmas son of a gun that I am I went to the History Channels website and found this wonderful bit of information that I thought would be clever and get some giggles.

That was not to be.

"In the fourth century, church officials decided to institute the birth of Jesus as a holiday. Unfortunately, the Bible does not mention date for his birth (a fact Puritans later pointed out in order to deny the legitimacy of the celebration). Although some evidence suggests that his birth may have occurred in the spring (why would shepherds be herding in the middle of winter?), Pope Julius I chose December 25. It is commonly believed that the church chose this date in an effort to adopt and absorb the traditions of the pagan Saturnalia festival."

The response I recieved was this...

Yes Jose I do remember that from St Jose's and going to Church. It just truly amazes me how people are today. I can remember how people looked forward to Christmas, now all I hear is 'I can't wait til Christmas is over!' No one says "Merry Christmas" anymore. Maybe it's just me. Just seems like reason of the season is gone :-{

And this is me fessing up to where my intimate knowledge about the holiday known as Christmas came from, along with a bit of holiday humor...

Me - LOL...I copied and pasted that from the History Channel website, and believe me I aint a good christian, but I am one heck of a sinner!!! Yet another reason "I aint getting nuttin for christmas"

You know when you make that statement that you know will come back and bite you in the kiester...

OMG you a "sinner" say it ain't so!! You were such and angel .... hang on think I just choked saying that out loud!!! **cough cough** LOL Love Ja Jose!! :-}

And with that Merry Christmas my friends...and to all a kick ass day!!!

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A PREEMPTIVE STRIKE

To enjoy Christmas



one must focus on the excitement



joy






happiness





and anticipation




that comes from the child,

who still believes that reindeer can fly



who still believe in jolly ol' St. Nick



hats that bring snowmen to life



elves who want to be dentists



and that on the 25th we celebrate the birth of hope



and a promise of the good in peoples hearts



Which we, who get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life, so often lose sight of.

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SONG OF THE WEEK 4

Hello my friends, cohorts and those that aren't either, and welcome to my blog.


I'll hear some amazing song on a commercial or at the end of some TV show, that just blows me away. So I do what anybody with an I-net connection does. I go searching for it, like Indiana Jones in the Temple of Doom. Albeit, while searching for this amazing song, I more often than not, get distracted.


INTERMISSION
This is a common occurrence for me. My soon to be ex-wife says I have "OOOOH SHINY" syndrome. Which means well...you know how you can usually distract small children with shiny objects? Well then you get the idea. Anyways...
END OF INTERMISSION


For example, I'll hear this song, and it's by some new or unsigned band. I think to myself "Self, this is a major discovery!" So, I end up searching for everything on the web by them so I can give them a fair shake.


Like most people, depending on my mood at that moment, my music tastes may change, usually at the drop of a hat. So what I once thought was a cool song gets forgotten, because I may not have cared for the rest of what I found.


Or worse...if it's an established artist, and I go looking for some other song of theirs that I like, and suddenly I have forgotten the first song. Then just like that the songs I was searching go the way of the Bermuda Triangle.


A little while ago, I heard this song at the end of the TV series "Mercy", I looked for it, found it, and put up a little blurb about it. I did this mainly because I was absolutely exhausted, and I wanted to really mull it over a little later, and this way I wouldn't have to search for it.


This made me happy when I woke up later that day, because there was the song in it's easy to reach container. So with all that said, here it is...the official SONG OF THE WEEK...


One Tuesday morning, I spent a few hours watching a bunch of Vlog's on Youtube.  Well there was one where they played this song, and I totally fell in love with it.  It's so beautiful and contradictory at the same time, kind of the way we have all felt when any kind of relationship comes to a close.  Moving, haunted and honest is the best way I can think of to describe this song.

The song is called 'Goodbye My Lover' by the artist known as James Blunt from the album "Back to Bedlam"


Book recommendations
Sophia Loren: A Biography by Warren G. Harris

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AWESOME APPAREL THURSDAY 6

Hello my friends, cohorts and those that aren't either, and welcome to my blog.

I AM TIRED AND FINALLY AT A COMPUTER...SO THIS ONE IS RUSHED AND I'M SORRY...BY SATURDAY I SHOULD BE BACK ON SCHEDULE...BE GOOD AND BE WELL


80's Tees dot Com




T-SHIRTTRAUMA.COM

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JUST SOME STUPID $#!+ THAT POPS IN MY HEAD

I was sitting at the dinner table when suddenly my brain went into some kind of warped "random thought" generator.

And with all of you, I now share the results.

I'm sorry.

Thoughts about Cartoons and Movies

Would Charmin or Cottonelle be strong and absorbent to deal with Superman's superpooh??



What would Superman use to wash the superstains from his underwear?



Do Smurfs wear underwear?



Gargamel at times wants to eat the Smurfs and at other times wants to use them in a magic potion to make gold.  He has also made two Smurfs so why didn't he just make Smurfs and use them for his evil plans?



If Gandalf was friends with the eagles...why didn't they just fly to Mount Doom and drop the ring in?



If Gandalf was such a great wizard...how come he was only able to magically beat up Saruman (although he lost), made bright lights and fancy smoke rings?



If Superman is the man of steel...would he wake up with morning ironwood?



If the Grinch's heart was 2 sizes to small and then grows three sizes bigger...wouldn't that lead to cardiac arrest?



Did you ever realize that everywhere the Lost in Space crew landed, there was always breathable atmosphere?




Thoughts about the cold...

How cold is a witch's tit?



How cold does it have to be to freeze a fart?



Who else is annoyed that the movie A Christmas Story ruined the whole licking the flag pole thing?



Why is it that the minute you put on a snowsuit/snowpants you have to pee?



Are you supposed to wear underwear under thermal underwear or not?




Thoughts about food...

Who first looked at a chicken egg and said "If I cook the inside of this it will be yummy?"



Who first looked at a chicken and said "If I peel off the feathers, this will be yummy?"



Who thought that making baby food look like baby pooh was a good idea?





Thoughts about baby's

I think that baby proofing a house just makes smarter sneakier babies.



Why do moms tell other moms what to do with their own children?





Thoughts on Tiger Woods

He's cheating is not news...it's sad and stupid...but IT IS NOT NEWS!!



And with all this said and done...I pass

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