Category: Movies

A Long Time Ago…

A Long Time Ago…

I’ve been seeing a lot of reflective articles and blogs about how the franchise has impacted lives in so many ways. At the risk of getting lost in the noise, I’ll just add my humble two credits to the pile.

When a Boy Meets Girl…Forever

When a Boy Meets Girl…Forever

So inevitably, the question posed to me and my wife at some point – alone or together – is just how we met. Because to know us is to know two fiercely independent-dependent people. How in the world did all this collide, fusing together into a nearly nineteen-year long love affair and marriage?

Faith, Science Fiction, and Gaming (Part 1)

Faith, Science Fiction, and Gaming (Part 1)

A few weeks ago I was invited to participate in a gaming podcast. This one was not your typical game industry interview, however. Saving the Game is a group of gamers who are Christian; their podcasts focus more on how elements of the Christian walk and faith can interact with games and gaming. It’s not …

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That’s No Moon…

That’s No Moon…

My wonderful wife gave me the Lego Death Star exclusive kit this past Christmas. Rather than spend a solid two days gorging on building this awesome set, I decided to take my time and spread the construction love over the course of several days in 2-3 hour sessions.

War Of The Worlds : Goliath

War Of The Worlds : Goliath

Holy Freakin’ COW. All I gotta say is, count me in line to buy this when it comes out in February some month next year: More about “War Of The Worlds : Goliath” here. Watch the trailer. It’s stunning.

Update Randomness, Part Whatever

Update Randomness, Part Whatever

I’ve got a few minutes, so here’s some random rundowns: 1.) Still jobless. It’s been a hard three months, with over 150 resumes and covers gone out and nary a word in return. I have had a couple of interviews, but nothing panned out so far. The biggest encouragement I suppose is that I’m only …

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Of Campy Futures and Ancient Literature

Of Campy Futures and Ancient Literature

Watched Red Dawn a while back. What of it? Just enough unbelievability in it to make it a less-than-serious movie, but a great mind-sink to just lay on the couch and wander. And as I half-watched, I realized why I kinda don’t like it. It’s not because of Patrick Swayze – though I will admit …

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