All in all, not a terrible movie...in the B- movie category.
The acting, by most, was pretty laughable. The dialogue was ridiculous at best.
But Samuel L. Jackson kicked some snake butt...and that made it a pretty decent movie.
I'm not saying you should go see it. In fact, if you have $10 to go see it, give it to me instead. I could use $10.
Sunday, September 10, 2006
Saturday, September 09, 2006
My Favorite Restaurants in the World #5
Today's installment of my Favorite Restaurants is from New York City. (Yes, another...and a few more to come).
Serendipity 3 is a delicious eaterie in New York's Upper East Side (East 60th between 2nd & 3rd). Just a block(ish) away from Bloomingdale's.
Now, this is a location most people are aware of because they filmed a movie of the same, starring John Cusack and Kate Beckinsale. (side note: we were in NYC when they were filming this movie--same day they were filming in the park for an episode of Sex and the City).
So, Serendipity. Outside of movie fame, they boast an amazing Frrrozen Hot Chocolate (or, my favorite Peanut Butter Frrrozen Hot Chocolate)...among a list of other pretty fabulous desserts.
What few people know, is that their Chicken Pot Pie is also worth ordering. The menu is chuck full of sandwiches, burgers and salads...oh, and a foot-long hot dog.
Honestly, eating there is so worth it.
It's a bit pricey, and the service is kinda slow...so make a reservation (FYI, reservations are for meals only, you may not order solely desserts) and plan to make an afternoon of it.
I enjoy the atmosphere and food at Serendipity 3 in New York City. One of my Favorite Restaurants in the World.
Serendipity 3 is a delicious eaterie in New York's Upper East Side (East 60th between 2nd & 3rd). Just a block(ish) away from Bloomingdale's.
Now, this is a location most people are aware of because they filmed a movie of the same, starring John Cusack and Kate Beckinsale. (side note: we were in NYC when they were filming this movie--same day they were filming in the park for an episode of Sex and the City).
So, Serendipity. Outside of movie fame, they boast an amazing Frrrozen Hot Chocolate (or, my favorite Peanut Butter Frrrozen Hot Chocolate)...among a list of other pretty fabulous desserts.
What few people know, is that their Chicken Pot Pie is also worth ordering. The menu is chuck full of sandwiches, burgers and salads...oh, and a foot-long hot dog.
Honestly, eating there is so worth it.
It's a bit pricey, and the service is kinda slow...so make a reservation (FYI, reservations are for meals only, you may not order solely desserts) and plan to make an afternoon of it.
I enjoy the atmosphere and food at Serendipity 3 in New York City. One of my Favorite Restaurants in the World.
tonight.
I had a great time this evening. Despite my sleepiness, Matt Jensen convinced me to hang out with some people.
Here's the fun part about this group: all of them are from different 'eras' in my life and they have now fused together to form a group. Two years ago if you had told me that these 4 would be friends...show up in a car together...and hang out without others to unite the pack, I would have said you were joking!
You know the strange feeling in your dream when you look around and you're standing next to your 3rd grade teacher. And behind him is your neighbor. And then the woman at the checkout counter is your local barista? That was this evening. I just kept thinking how random the group was.
Despite the eclectic group, it was a really great night. And a really late night too.
Technically I should be blogging about a favorite restaurant since it is Saturday right now...but I'll save that for noonish.
Here's the fun part about this group: all of them are from different 'eras' in my life and they have now fused together to form a group. Two years ago if you had told me that these 4 would be friends...show up in a car together...and hang out without others to unite the pack, I would have said you were joking!
You know the strange feeling in your dream when you look around and you're standing next to your 3rd grade teacher. And behind him is your neighbor. And then the woman at the checkout counter is your local barista? That was this evening. I just kept thinking how random the group was.
Despite the eclectic group, it was a really great night. And a really late night too.
Technically I should be blogging about a favorite restaurant since it is Saturday right now...but I'll save that for noonish.
Friday, September 08, 2006
I check blogs twice a day...
I was talking to Matt McGill last night while I was checking blogs on the computer in his kitchen nook.
He was teasing me for "catching up on my bloggery". (his words, not mine).
I told him that I like to look twice a day at the blogs of others; once in the morning before work, and once in the evening before bed. I like to see what people have to say...I'm interested.
I also feel like commenting on the blogs of others is a decent way to be a good friend. (Oh, how our world has changed.)
Anyway, Matt says he only checks about once a week.
How often do you check?
He was teasing me for "catching up on my bloggery". (his words, not mine).
I told him that I like to look twice a day at the blogs of others; once in the morning before work, and once in the evening before bed. I like to see what people have to say...I'm interested.
I also feel like commenting on the blogs of others is a decent way to be a good friend. (Oh, how our world has changed.)
Anyway, Matt says he only checks about once a week.
How often do you check?
Thursday, September 07, 2006
Shaggy is a genius.
I'm not talking about this Shaggy.
I mean Shaggy as in "Mr. Boombastic". For those of you who just began to sing "...very fantastic..." in your head, let me explain. I am not making this statement based on his music.
His pure brilliance lies in his business strategy.
Look, this man turns out one hit single every year or so. And by doing so, he remains famous. He is then free to slip back in to the night with his pockets full of cash. When the funds are low...quick, write another hit!...and top of the charts again!
Honestly, he's been famous (in my world) since I was in 7th grade. (Boombastic)...so 1995ish? Since then he has released 6 songs that I can audibly recognize (of the 150 recorded Shaggy songs on iTunes).
That is 1 hit every 1.8 years (roughly). And as lame as they are, most adults between the ages of 16 and 45 would be able to sing a few lines from "It Wasn't Me" or "Angel" or "Luv Me, Luv Me" (Mr. Lover, Lover)...
I'm telling you, he is arguably as famous as Carlos Santana, (okay, maybe that's a bad example)...but he is pretty famous...and he has not needed to record as many albums...or mass amounts of ridiculous compilation duet CDs.
And furthermore, he has not needed to reinvent himself with culture change. All of his songs sound the same...and nobody minds. They all head-bob along.
All I'm saying is, if I'm ever famous, I'm hoping to get some business (not musical) tips from Shaggy. Because that man is smart.
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Oh! Guilty Pleasures. (#3)
I almost forgot to divulge a Guilty Pleasure for this Wednesday evening.
My Guilty Pleasure for today is: 80's Television.
I LOVE Growing Pains. And The Cosby Show.
I own Seasons 1 & 2 of The Cosby Show. And Season 1 of Growing Pains.
(Any other seasons would be appropriate gifts for me.)
If I could travel back in time, I would marry Bill Cosby. Or Kirk Cameron (pre-Left Behind days). When he looked like this:
Seriously, who could resist that?
(I just asked Matt Jensen and he said these 1980 marriages are not offensive to him.)
And, FYI, my favorite episode of each show is:
COSBY: "Happy Anniversary"--Season 2, Episode 3. (Dr. Huxtable's parents: Anna and Russell are celebrating their wedding anniversary, the Huxtable Family sings "(Night Time Is) The Right Time" by Ray Charles. Rudy lip synchs "Baby!")
GROWING PAINS: "Reputation"--Season 1, Episode 18. (Mike is studying for a test, decides to cheat by writing answers on the bottom of his shoes. But, while writing it all, he begins to learn. During the test, he knows it all and doesn't need to cheat. He gets an A. Then comes the best line: "I am number 1!"--Since he has a bad reputation, they think he cheated...it's a great storyline!)
Until next week. Watch more classic TV.
My Guilty Pleasure for today is: 80's Television.
I LOVE Growing Pains. And The Cosby Show.
I own Seasons 1 & 2 of The Cosby Show. And Season 1 of Growing Pains.
(Any other seasons would be appropriate gifts for me.)
If I could travel back in time, I would marry Bill Cosby. Or Kirk Cameron (pre-Left Behind days). When he looked like this:
Seriously, who could resist that?
(I just asked Matt Jensen and he said these 1980 marriages are not offensive to him.)
And, FYI, my favorite episode of each show is:
COSBY: "Happy Anniversary"--Season 2, Episode 3. (Dr. Huxtable's parents: Anna and Russell are celebrating their wedding anniversary, the Huxtable Family sings "(Night Time Is) The Right Time" by Ray Charles. Rudy lip synchs "Baby!")
GROWING PAINS: "Reputation"--Season 1, Episode 18. (Mike is studying for a test, decides to cheat by writing answers on the bottom of his shoes. But, while writing it all, he begins to learn. During the test, he knows it all and doesn't need to cheat. He gets an A. Then comes the best line: "I am number 1!"--Since he has a bad reputation, they think he cheated...it's a great storyline!)
Until next week. Watch more classic TV.
The book.
I've been reading this new book...
Special Topics in Calamity Physics by Marisha Pessl.
We've decided (or I've asked and I'm hoping Matt agrees) to name our first daughter Blue (probably spelled Blu).
Blu Jensen.
I love it.
Also, Cathi and Josh will recieve copies of this book because they are both big readers...and love most of the same books that I love...if you are an avid reader, what books do you love? **Note: Your answer may qualify you to receive a copy as well.
Tuesday, September 05, 2006
Beautifully written
I'm reading a great book right now. In fact, I stopped mid-chapter and purchased two copies for my friends Josh Peters and Cathi Workman (Surprise, guys! You're gifts will be shipped in 3-5 working days).
Here's the sentence that spurred the Amazon.com visit:
"It was one of those chime-laughs that knifed cleanly through the morning, through the tired muttering of all the other kids, hinting this person had never known embarrassment or awkwardness, that even her grief would be gorgeous in the off-chance she ever experienced it."
I wish I could write like that. Someday. Maybe.
Here's the sentence that spurred the Amazon.com visit:
"It was one of those chime-laughs that knifed cleanly through the morning, through the tired muttering of all the other kids, hinting this person had never known embarrassment or awkwardness, that even her grief would be gorgeous in the off-chance she ever experienced it."
I wish I could write like that. Someday. Maybe.
who knew?
Apparently if you want to be a millionaire all you have to do is open your own embroidery business.
Poor Brian spent all day calling and questioning embroidery companies (embroiderists? embroiderers?) to try and have some Wildside shirts embroidered...turns out no one will embroider a darn thing for under $20.
Seriously. I must be in the wrong business.
Who knew?
Poor Brian spent all day calling and questioning embroidery companies (embroiderists? embroiderers?) to try and have some Wildside shirts embroidered...turns out no one will embroider a darn thing for under $20.
Seriously. I must be in the wrong business.
Who knew?
This is in no way meant as a reference to the Bon Jovi song.
When waiters or cashiers tell me to "have a nice day", do they really mean it? Or is it simply a space filler?
I picked up my to-go order at Wahoo's yesterday, after I had paid, I was trying to balance my food whilst getting my keys and the woman behind the counter said, "Have a nice day".
As I left, I couldn't help but wonder if she only said that because she felt she had to say something, and "goodbye" wasn't appropriate at that moment. She had already said "thank you", but needed more closure. But I doubt very much that she cared about the remainder of my afternoon and evening.
When I worked at Starbucks, I would use the phrase almost as an impulse. I would hand them the change, or their beverage, and say "Thank you! Have a nice day!". I meant it when I said it to the cute guys (grande caramel latte or iced venti quad vanilla latte)...but I would also say it to the crazies (grande chai with 7 pumps of chai, no water, extra foam and in a blue cup or triple venti nonfat, extra whip, mocha) and I'm not 100% sure if I meant it.
I am beginning to feel the same way when people tell me to "drive safely". I'm thinking that you couldn't come up with anything better to say in that moment. I said it tonight. Because I couldn't think of anything better to say.
What other phrases are used as silence-avoiders?
I picked up my to-go order at Wahoo's yesterday, after I had paid, I was trying to balance my food whilst getting my keys and the woman behind the counter said, "Have a nice day".
As I left, I couldn't help but wonder if she only said that because she felt she had to say something, and "goodbye" wasn't appropriate at that moment. She had already said "thank you", but needed more closure. But I doubt very much that she cared about the remainder of my afternoon and evening.
When I worked at Starbucks, I would use the phrase almost as an impulse. I would hand them the change, or their beverage, and say "Thank you! Have a nice day!". I meant it when I said it to the cute guys (grande caramel latte or iced venti quad vanilla latte)...but I would also say it to the crazies (grande chai with 7 pumps of chai, no water, extra foam and in a blue cup or triple venti nonfat, extra whip, mocha) and I'm not 100% sure if I meant it.
I am beginning to feel the same way when people tell me to "drive safely". I'm thinking that you couldn't come up with anything better to say in that moment. I said it tonight. Because I couldn't think of anything better to say.
What other phrases are used as silence-avoiders?
"you should blog about this..."
Here's a list of things people have told me to "blog about" this weekend.
I may expand on a few of these sometime:
1) Wearing the same dress as Johnny Baker's wife at the wedding today.
2) Some kid ruining my nice new shoes at a birthday party.
3) Eating Leigh's daughter's food at the wedding. (He told me I should make it my "favorite restaurant in the world")
Okay so there weren't that many, but I had told Leigh that I was going to blog about this...so I did.
I may expand on a few of these sometime:
1) Wearing the same dress as Johnny Baker's wife at the wedding today.
2) Some kid ruining my nice new shoes at a birthday party.
3) Eating Leigh's daughter's food at the wedding. (He told me I should make it my "favorite restaurant in the world")
Okay so there weren't that many, but I had told Leigh that I was going to blog about this...so I did.
Monday, September 04, 2006
"The Faithful"
Right now on iTunes, they have "Back to School" Playlists.
Seen here
They are divided up by 'cliques', so there is: "Hippies", "Sk8ers", "Greeks"...and a list titled "The Faithful".
Here's the description:
The Faithful can be hard to recognize at first,
but a quick glance at their music collection will
offer up names like Newsboys and Jars of Clay.
Key factors to be aware of: large periods of time
may elapse in conversation without hearing any
foul language, song lyrics are taken especially
to heart, and inspirational quotes are in abundance
(whether in printed form or conversational).
And, to be fair, the playlist is actually pretty good.
Crowder, Relient K, Plumb, Natalie Grant...
Oh, and Brian Littrell (yes, of BSB--Backstreet Boy--fame)
They could have pegged them for Michael W. Smith and Cheri Keaggy, or Amy Grant.
Seen here
They are divided up by 'cliques', so there is: "Hippies", "Sk8ers", "Greeks"...and a list titled "The Faithful".
Here's the description:
The Faithful can be hard to recognize at first,
but a quick glance at their music collection will
offer up names like Newsboys and Jars of Clay.
Key factors to be aware of: large periods of time
may elapse in conversation without hearing any
foul language, song lyrics are taken especially
to heart, and inspirational quotes are in abundance
(whether in printed form or conversational).
And, to be fair, the playlist is actually pretty good.
Crowder, Relient K, Plumb, Natalie Grant...
Oh, and Brian Littrell (yes, of BSB--Backstreet Boy--fame)
They could have pegged them for Michael W. Smith and Cheri Keaggy, or Amy Grant.
Sunday, September 03, 2006
Crikey! The Croc Hunter died!
Of all the animals that Steve Irwin tackled, who would have thought a stingray would cause his death?
He swam with crocodiles, for crying out loud!
Read more about it here.
He swam with crocodiles, for crying out loud!
Read more about it here.
Saturday, September 02, 2006
Crossword Puzzle #2
Across
1. Jessica Simpson's new love
2. October holiday
4. Harry Potter's brilliant companion
5. star of Rounders
7. beverage sold exclusively by 7-11
9. author, THE FIRM
10. sings about her "london bridge"
11. one-eyed face in playing cards
14. Gwyneth Paltrow's daughter
15. Steve Carrell on The Office
18. popular search engine
21. Emmy award winner for Best Actor
24. one of the Jacksons
25. popular number puzzles
26. known for difficult crossword puzzles
27. singer or sea mammal
28. new addition to "The View"
29. popular low-carb diet
Down
1. star of The Pelican Brief
3. comedienne Sarah
6. Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje's character on LOST
8. academy award winner for Good-Will Hunting
12. host of Jeopardy
13. villian in Peter Pan
16. late night talk show host o'brien
17. number of Star Wars movies
19. nickname of Britney Spears' husband
20. time machine in Back to the Future
22. scooter or cell phone
23. water made by Coca-Cola
I really like to be taken "to the chorus"
At the risk of sounding like a 15-year old KIIS FM lover, I really dig Justin Timberlake's "SexyBack" song.
The words are rather sketch...but I can't help dancing as he tells me to "get my sexy on".
The album is out on September 12th. All I'm saying is, I'll be at Target sometime that day picking up my copy.
The words are rather sketch...but I can't help dancing as he tells me to "get my sexy on".
The album is out on September 12th. All I'm saying is, I'll be at Target sometime that day picking up my copy.
Dear McGills,
I hope you love me and Matt Jensen alot...because here are the shows I hope to watch at your house this season.
Mondays:
9-10 Heroes (NBC)
10-11 Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (NBC)
Tuesdays:
American Idol (FOX--beginning in January)
Wednesdays:
8-8:30 30 Rock (NBC)
9-10 LOST (ABC)
9-10 (Tivo) The Biggest Loser (NBC)
10-11 Kidnapped (NBC)
Thursdays:
8-9 (Tivo) Smallville (CW)
8:30-9 The Office (NBC)
9-10 The OC (FOX)
Sundays:
8-9 The Amazing Race (CBS)
8-8:30 (Tivo) the Simpsons
9-9:30 (Tivo) Family Guy
I think the season begins in two weeks (or so)...see you every night after that.
Your friend,
Alice
Mondays:
9-10 Heroes (NBC)
10-11 Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (NBC)
Tuesdays:
American Idol (FOX--beginning in January)
Wednesdays:
8-8:30 30 Rock (NBC)
9-10 LOST (ABC)
9-10 (Tivo) The Biggest Loser (NBC)
10-11 Kidnapped (NBC)
Thursdays:
8-9 (Tivo) Smallville (CW)
8:30-9 The Office (NBC)
9-10 The OC (FOX)
Sundays:
8-9 The Amazing Race (CBS)
8-8:30 (Tivo) the Simpsons
9-9:30 (Tivo) Family Guy
I think the season begins in two weeks (or so)...see you every night after that.
Your friend,
Alice
My Favorite restaurants in the World #4
In order to enjoy this favorite restaurant, you would have to travel all the way to the other side of the world.
This is not 100% a restaurant, but it is the 'catering' part of a hotel...so there is sitting and food involved.
My favorite restaurant for today is THE KITALE CLUB.
The Kitale Club is the "hotel/resort" we stay at in Kitale, Kenya.
Now, I know what you're thinking...you're thinking I was hurting for restaurant ideas, or just wanting to insert Africa...but you are incorrect.
The Kitale Club happens to make the BEST grilled cheese and french fries ever. Honestly. That is my favorite meal in Kenya. So much so that on my first trip, that is all that I ordered for lunch and dinner for 2 weeks. They also make a mean 'chicken and cheese' sandwich.
If you have the means, I highly recommend checking it out. Oh, and order a Coke. Because Coke from a glass bottle...with grilled cheese and french fries...magnificent!
This is not 100% a restaurant, but it is the 'catering' part of a hotel...so there is sitting and food involved.
My favorite restaurant for today is THE KITALE CLUB.
The Kitale Club is the "hotel/resort" we stay at in Kitale, Kenya.
Now, I know what you're thinking...you're thinking I was hurting for restaurant ideas, or just wanting to insert Africa...but you are incorrect.
The Kitale Club happens to make the BEST grilled cheese and french fries ever. Honestly. That is my favorite meal in Kenya. So much so that on my first trip, that is all that I ordered for lunch and dinner for 2 weeks. They also make a mean 'chicken and cheese' sandwich.
If you have the means, I highly recommend checking it out. Oh, and order a Coke. Because Coke from a glass bottle...with grilled cheese and french fries...magnificent!
speaking of amazing photo searches.
This week is National Waffle Week...and I wanted to make an announcement in JH this weekend.
So, naturally, I was looking for a picture of waffles to use for the background.
When I typed waffles in, this is the photo that showed up:
I didn't use it for the announcement, but I sure as heck saved it for future use! He's just so cute...and so excited for his waffles!
So, naturally, I was looking for a picture of waffles to use for the background.
When I typed waffles in, this is the photo that showed up:
I didn't use it for the announcement, but I sure as heck saved it for future use! He's just so cute...and so excited for his waffles!
do you sudoku?
I do. And I'm totally loving it.
I try to do a few puzzles every night to wind down before bed. I've really found my process...but if I try to finish too quickly, I get all messed up.
Anyway, I know I'm a nerd for blogging about it, but it is seriously a large part of my life these days.
Also...when I typed 'nerd' in to google, this is the first picture that came up:
I try to do a few puzzles every night to wind down before bed. I've really found my process...but if I try to finish too quickly, I get all messed up.
Anyway, I know I'm a nerd for blogging about it, but it is seriously a large part of my life these days.
Also...when I typed 'nerd' in to google, this is the first picture that came up:
Friday, September 01, 2006
In about 7 weeks
It will be my birthday.
Just in case you would like to buy me a ridiculously over-priced, beautiful but soon out of style, birthday gift...
Please purchase these...size 10.
Thank you, in advance.
Just in case you would like to buy me a ridiculously over-priced, beautiful but soon out of style, birthday gift...
Please purchase these...size 10.
Thank you, in advance.
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