You need to see this film. It's not a Wes Anderson film, but If you like Wes Anderson films, especially The Darjeeling Limited, you really need to see this film. It's well acted, well framed, over the top at times, but very subtle at others. I saw it last night with my brother, but really want to see it again - lots of nuances that I think I missed, especially in the background scenes. It's that kind of film.
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Yard guy
My brother came in from Houston this weekend to help me mulch my front yard. A co-worker was kind enough to offer up his pick-up for hauling duties (apparently, my friends have concerns with the utility portion of my sport UTILITY vehicle). Anyway, we hauled a yard and a half of Texas Native - which, as it turns out, was not enough mulch. So I hauled another half a yard in my truck. That's 26 bags total. Looks better, but I could still use another half yard.
Btw, what's the point of Texas Native Black mulch? So they dye regular mulch black and charge 50% more for it? I don't get it. Someone pls explain.
In cat news, it looks like I still have at least one cat. This is what woke me up at 5:00 this morning. No sign of the other one thus far.
Btw, what's the point of Texas Native Black mulch? So they dye regular mulch black and charge 50% more for it? I don't get it. Someone pls explain.
In cat news, it looks like I still have at least one cat. This is what woke me up at 5:00 this morning. No sign of the other one thus far.
Friday, May 29, 2009
Por fin
Finally got the code working. I'm going to bed. One cat is hiding under the guest bed, the other in her cat carrier.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Cats!
Another long-ass day at work. Got home at 9:00, where June was waiting with a couple of cats and my brother. Got the cats situated, re-wrapped Eric's handlebars with new grip for his Tour de Cure ride this weekend, ate a late dinner at Hyde Park Grill (they're in the running for best collard greens in town). And now I'm ready to get back to coding. Going to be a long night - and I'm really not even sure why or for what .
Monday, May 25, 2009
Reigning cats and dog
Found another nice pic of Badger. He really is a great dog and is still looking for a home, so spread the word if you can.
Speaking of a home, mine will soon foster a couple of felines. June is staging her home for sale and needed someone to take care of her cats until the house sells. Should be an interesting experiment (and indefinitely long, given the current housing market).
They're probably not the manliest pets I could have, especially in comparison to Badger. Unfortunately, my house isn't set up for a large stair-averse dog. That said, I'm actually looking forward to the new roommates. I did, however, promise Pete not to start all my conversations with, "You wouldn't believe what the cats did today..."
Of course, I'm sure the kitties will severely limit my future dating prospects. In fact, here's how I'd imagine a first date postmortem would go (presented in the form of a script - to facilitate the short film when the time arises):
Scene: Breakfast at Bouldin Creek Coffeehouse. Joan and Kris sitting at a side table.
Indescernable dialog.
Fade in...
Joan: So, how was your date last night with that hot Asian-looking guy.
Kris: It went really well. He broke his neck recently, so he's just getting active again. But he's smart, charming, witty...
Joan: Yeah? What's the hesitation?
Kris: Well, he...
Joan: Go on.
Kris: He has cats. CATS!
Joan: Oh, big deal. I know lots of people who like that musical. Well, maybe not LOTS. So he has the soundtrack; big woop.
Kris: (interrupting) No, you don't understand. He has real cats. Live cats.
Joan: Gasp! Did you say cats - as in more than one?
Kris: Two!
Joan: My god, you went out with (dramatic pause) The Cat Guy!
Kris: I know, I know. I showered 3 times when I got home. I still feel dirty.
Joan: ...and used. Just who does he think he is? Did he disclose that beforehand?
Kris: NO! I need a drink...
Joan: You need more than that, Sister. You need a restraining order. Let's get outta here and find you a real man.
Fade out...
Not pretty, is it? But as my Mom likes to say when faced with these difficult situations, "C'est la vie et ensuite vous mourez." Albeit with a Texas accent.
PS - apologies to Jeremy
PPS - ran into Al at the Bob Bollocks recently. He looked to be in good spirits and groomed. Not crazy, unkept or unibomber-like. He confirmed that he sold his house and bought an RV, but that's all I got out of him before I had to go.
Speaking of a home, mine will soon foster a couple of felines. June is staging her home for sale and needed someone to take care of her cats until the house sells. Should be an interesting experiment (and indefinitely long, given the current housing market).
They're probably not the manliest pets I could have, especially in comparison to Badger. Unfortunately, my house isn't set up for a large stair-averse dog. That said, I'm actually looking forward to the new roommates. I did, however, promise Pete not to start all my conversations with, "You wouldn't believe what the cats did today..."
Of course, I'm sure the kitties will severely limit my future dating prospects. In fact, here's how I'd imagine a first date postmortem would go (presented in the form of a script - to facilitate the short film when the time arises):
Scene: Breakfast at Bouldin Creek Coffeehouse. Joan and Kris sitting at a side table.
Indescernable dialog.
Fade in...
Joan: So, how was your date last night with that hot Asian-looking guy.
Kris: It went really well. He broke his neck recently, so he's just getting active again. But he's smart, charming, witty...
Joan: Yeah? What's the hesitation?
Kris: Well, he...
Joan: Go on.
Kris: He has cats. CATS!
Joan: Oh, big deal. I know lots of people who like that musical. Well, maybe not LOTS. So he has the soundtrack; big woop.
Kris: (interrupting) No, you don't understand. He has real cats. Live cats.
Joan: Gasp! Did you say cats - as in more than one?
Kris: Two!
Joan: My god, you went out with (dramatic pause) The Cat Guy!
Kris: I know, I know. I showered 3 times when I got home. I still feel dirty.
Joan: ...and used. Just who does he think he is? Did he disclose that beforehand?
Kris: NO! I need a drink...
Joan: You need more than that, Sister. You need a restraining order. Let's get outta here and find you a real man.
Fade out...
Not pretty, is it? But as my Mom likes to say when faced with these difficult situations, "C'est la vie et ensuite vous mourez." Albeit with a Texas accent.
PS - apologies to Jeremy
PPS - ran into Al at the Bob Bollocks recently. He looked to be in good spirits and groomed. Not crazy, unkept or unibomber-like. He confirmed that he sold his house and bought an RV, but that's all I got out of him before I had to go.
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Logy
Went by Sean and Amy's earlier this afternoon to do a little tune-up work on Amy's bike. Imagine my surprise when I walked into their kitchen and saw Sean juicing key limes. One pie was already cooling on the counter while the other was being prepared. Not only that, Sean grilled halibut, asparagus, zucchini and onions. A really nice meal - Thanks!
Now, I'm experiencing a sugar crash. Need to take a nap before I review some code for work work.
Oh, and the following are a couple of cool toys I need to spend more time on:
Topobo (with kinetic memory):
and a DIY Digital Photo Frame (I really need to get a few of those CF to IDE adapters).
Now, I'm experiencing a sugar crash. Need to take a nap before I review some code for work work.
Oh, and the following are a couple of cool toys I need to spend more time on:
Topobo (with kinetic memory):
and a DIY Digital Photo Frame (I really need to get a few of those CF to IDE adapters).
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