Close, but Not Perfect

Posted inMusic
I find myself amazed sometimes when coporations react so slowly to the way people do business. I read a story today that, quite honestly, should have come out a year…

Happy TV Season

Posted inColumns, TV

The other day, Bridget finished reading the first book in the Little House series. I think we gave it to her for her birthday.

We were in the car when she finished so I started asking her questions. I wanted to know if she liked the book. I wondered if she wanted to read more in the series. I asked her if she wanted to watch the TV show.

That last one really caught her interest. I guess we had only mentioned in passing that they made a TV show based on the books.

Since she has my genes, the fact that they made a TV show out of a book she liked sounded like a perfect world. I told her we would try to find it in reruns somewhere.

This is where the conversation got a little difficult. “What’s a rerun?” she asked.

Dominating Dan

Posted inBig Brother, TV
I felt like a total and utter geek last night. Moreso than usual. The closer it got to the revelation of who won Big Brother 10, the more nervous I…

It’s About Time

Posted inColumns, Music

In recent years, I have fallen behind when it comes to technology. I usually like to buy all kinds of gadgets, but I have had to vicariously enjoy some of the neatest toys in recent years.

I have no real reason for this except for some actual maturity when it comes to spending money. I more often ask myself if I need something or just want it. When that happens, I leave the store disappointed.

I made sure that didn’t happen a few weeks ago when – seven years later than just about everyone else – I bought an iPod. Finally.

No Guitar Hero Here

Posted inColumns, Video Games

I got excited when I saw the notice in the newspaper recently. The library had planned a Guitar Hero tournament.

I could see it now. I finally would get my due as a Guitar Hero champion. The entire town would bow down before my might.

Then I really read the story. The competition was only for teenagers. I felt incredibly let down. My dream would have to wait for another day.