Would you rather be a big fish in a small pond or a small fish in a big ocean? Big fish in a small pond. I'm pretty much a big fish in any body of water. In terms of work, sometimes its good to be the small fish in the big pond, because that gives you an infinite amount of room to grow. In contrast, if you're the big fish, you can demand big bucks. But at this point in my career, I'm a small fish in a real big pond. But at least I'm not in the shallow part of the pond anymore!
How do you respond to pressure? I work in live TV, pressure is part of the game. If you have your shit together, you'll know how to get out of sticky situations.
BTW, 4 days and 4 weeks left!!!
Monday, April 18, 2005
Monday Music Mambo
Monday Music Mambo:
01. Music genre where you will find these Charlies: Walker, Pride and Rich Country. Even though I never heard of Charlie Walker.
02. In 'Aquarius', the planet that aligns with Mars Uhhh Venus?
03. Michael Jackson kept the beat with this Beatle in 'Say, Say, Say' Paul McCartney. Then the Gloved-One stabbed him in the back by stealing the Beatles publishing rights.
04. 'HOT' hit from both The Doors and Jose Feliciano C'Mon Baby, "Light My fire"
05. Geographically named rock group who have named 18 of their albums after themselves Snooze Rockers "Chicago."
06. These eyes are the focus of a Kim Carnes' hit "Bette Davis Eyes"
07. Back-up band for Tom Petty The Heartbreakers
08. Singing Group whose name is also a New York City bus ticket Manhattan Transfer
09. Grammy winning group that shares its name with Dorothy's dog Toto.
10. A place where 'you can check out any time you want but you can never leave' Hotel California
11. Unlike its namesake, this 50s pop group showed up more often than 76 years Bill Haley & The Comets
12. This 'second verse' is 'same as the first' "Henry The VIII" by Herman's Hermits.
Beat That Beeyotches!
01. Music genre where you will find these Charlies: Walker, Pride and Rich Country. Even though I never heard of Charlie Walker.
02. In 'Aquarius', the planet that aligns with Mars Uhhh Venus?
03. Michael Jackson kept the beat with this Beatle in 'Say, Say, Say' Paul McCartney. Then the Gloved-One stabbed him in the back by stealing the Beatles publishing rights.
04. 'HOT' hit from both The Doors and Jose Feliciano C'Mon Baby, "Light My fire"
05. Geographically named rock group who have named 18 of their albums after themselves Snooze Rockers "Chicago."
06. These eyes are the focus of a Kim Carnes' hit "Bette Davis Eyes"
07. Back-up band for Tom Petty The Heartbreakers
08. Singing Group whose name is also a New York City bus ticket Manhattan Transfer
09. Grammy winning group that shares its name with Dorothy's dog Toto.
10. A place where 'you can check out any time you want but you can never leave' Hotel California
11. Unlike its namesake, this 50s pop group showed up more often than 76 years Bill Haley & The Comets
12. This 'second verse' is 'same as the first' "Henry The VIII" by Herman's Hermits.
Beat That Beeyotches!
Sunday, April 17, 2005
Saturday, April 16, 2005
Habla Ingles?
Your Linguistic Profile: |
70% General American English |
25% Dixie |
5% Yankee |
0% Midwestern |
0% Upper Midwestern |
Friday, April 15, 2005
I sooo need one of these!!!!
Meet the USB fondue pot. The ultimate in geek cuisine. Use your computer to make a tasty treat... and its good to have your co-workers gather around your cubicle to dip strawberries in chocolate, or some french bread and cheese. If you'd like to send me one, here's the info. :) I'll invite you over for fondue and internet pron.Friday Feast
Q1: Are you concerned about identity theft? If so, what do you do today to protect yourself that you didn't do just a few years ago? I only buy stuff from web sites that I know are legit. Amazon, etc. And I always use paypal when I buy shit from eBay. However, with credit cards these days, you're really only responsible for $50. So there are always backups, and if a site really wants your business they'll make sure its secure. I think its more risky to give your credit card to the sleazy waiter at Chili's when you pay for dinner. Who knows what that flair-wearing fag is doing with your card when he walks off? He could be copying down all your numbers.Q3: At the same time that the U.S. Department of Defense is failing to meet recruitment goals and is forcing some soldiers to stay in Iraq longer than they had signed up for, soldiers are being forced out of the military because they are gay. In light of these facts, or not, how do you feel about the U.S. military's 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy? The policy is obviously a bunch of crap. These guys are willing to put their life on the line, and the military says, "No Thanks." Let the people who want to fight, fight... and let those who want to come home, come home. Regardless if they take it up the ass.
Q4: What are your favorite sections of a bookstore? The magazines. I judge books by their covers cuz I don't like to read anything that isn't filled with pictures or begins with "Dear Penthouse Forum..."
Appetizer:What was your first "real" job? Channel 4 in El Valle.
Soup: Where would you go if you wanted to spark your creativity? Titty Bar... seriously, I go to work, because there is always someone who has better ideas than I do. That makes me want to be a better writer or a better producer.
Salad: Complete this sentence: I am embarrassed when... I open my mouth... or pretty much all the time.
Main Course: What values did your parents instill in you? All of them. Right from wrong to work ethics.
Dessert: Name 3 fads from your teenage years Rolling up your pants real tight, low-rider trucks, high-top fades.
If you were free from any consequence...
1. ... what one thing would you say to your boss? In a tv environment, you're not only encouraged to speak your mind, but its expected. As for my ex-bosses, I would tell them to go straight to hell. I would ask them how they can sleep.
2. ... what one thing would you say to the president of your country? Are you as stupid in real life as you are on TV?
3. ... what one thing would you change about someone? If they have a disease, I would take it away.
4. ... what one thing would you change about yourself? Umm everything.
5. ... what one thing would you do right now? I would go steal a big ass plasma TV and a laptop.
The New Pope:
Tuesday, April 12, 2005
Monday, April 11, 2005
I'm so not normal
You Are 65% Normal (Really Normal) |
 Otherwise known as the normal amount of normal You're like most people most of the time But you've got those quirks that make you endearing You're unique, yes... but not frighteningly so! |
... and I wouldn't be caught dead by the Eiffel Tower.
Where's Your Head At?
1. On what day of the week were you born? Sunday.
2. Were you born in the morning, afternoon, or evening? In the middle of the night.
3. How many siblings do you have? Brothers or sisters? 1 Brother.
4. Do you (or did you) ever wish you were an only child? And if you ARE an only child, did you ever wish you had brothers and sisters?
Nah, I'm close to my brother, and I'm grateful for him, and glad he was around.
5. Did you (or do you) dream of having a big family of your own? Yes, I'm on my way towards it.
6. In your opinion, which is (or would be) easier to raise; boys or girls? Boys.
7. In looks, do you favor your mother or your father? The Milkman.
2. Were you born in the morning, afternoon, or evening? In the middle of the night.
3. How many siblings do you have? Brothers or sisters? 1 Brother.
4. Do you (or did you) ever wish you were an only child? And if you ARE an only child, did you ever wish you had brothers and sisters?
Nah, I'm close to my brother, and I'm grateful for him, and glad he was around.
5. Did you (or do you) dream of having a big family of your own? Yes, I'm on my way towards it.
6. In your opinion, which is (or would be) easier to raise; boys or girls? Boys.
7. In looks, do you favor your mother or your father? The Milkman.
Sunday, April 10, 2005
Sunday Evening Edition
1. Where did you buy the last fast food you ate? Ramen Noodles. I got them @ Publix. They're wonderful. Except for the lack of nutrition and nasty chemicals running through your body at night.
2. What was the last movie you watched in a theater? Sin City. See yesterday's post.
3. When you walk into a room, what do you think people notice first about you? What do you wish they'd notice first about you? "Thats one goofy looking bastard." I really don't care what they notice.
4. You win a special lottery but you aren't allowed to keep any of the money. Instead, it must go to a single charitable organization. Which would you choose and why? The Red Cross, because I see first hand where the money goes. It helps people in a practical way, when they need it most. You can contribute to other charities and not see exactly where your money is going. Like if you donate to AIDS research or Breast Cancer awareness. You know your moneys doing good, but not really how. The Red Cross gives money to people who are in dire need at that moment, and have no other options. Just watch the news, every time there's an apartment fire or a house fire or a flood and someone's put out of their house, the Red Cross is there to give them a helping hand. And its not just a hand out, the help is ongoing until the people affected are back on their feet. Its a sad reality that apartment fires and house fires usually happen in low-income areas where families are a paycheck away from not having a home. How great is it, that there are people who will make sure you aren't left out in the cold? I would give the money to them, because I know how hard it is to help people in need when resources are low, or non-existant. As I write this, I'm getting called to a fire. How ironic.
5. What was the subject of the most recent E-mail you forwarded? I don't remember, but it may have had something to do with herbal viagra and refinancing your mortgage, and hot sexy co-eds waiting to talk to you. Check your inbox, it may be there waiting. I can't believe I still get forwarded jokes. After all these years, you'd think it would have died down. I guess I'm too polite to ask to please stop. To me its like saying, I don't like you enough to write you an email, but just so you know I remember you're alive, I'll fill your inbox with something from someone else who had nothing to say to me.
What do you think? Hit comments and release your inner Florence Nightingale.
2. What was the last movie you watched in a theater? Sin City. See yesterday's post.
3. When you walk into a room, what do you think people notice first about you? What do you wish they'd notice first about you? "Thats one goofy looking bastard." I really don't care what they notice.
4. You win a special lottery but you aren't allowed to keep any of the money. Instead, it must go to a single charitable organization. Which would you choose and why? The Red Cross, because I see first hand where the money goes. It helps people in a practical way, when they need it most. You can contribute to other charities and not see exactly where your money is going. Like if you donate to AIDS research or Breast Cancer awareness. You know your moneys doing good, but not really how. The Red Cross gives money to people who are in dire need at that moment, and have no other options. Just watch the news, every time there's an apartment fire or a house fire or a flood and someone's put out of their house, the Red Cross is there to give them a helping hand. And its not just a hand out, the help is ongoing until the people affected are back on their feet. Its a sad reality that apartment fires and house fires usually happen in low-income areas where families are a paycheck away from not having a home. How great is it, that there are people who will make sure you aren't left out in the cold? I would give the money to them, because I know how hard it is to help people in need when resources are low, or non-existant. As I write this, I'm getting called to a fire. How ironic.
5. What was the subject of the most recent E-mail you forwarded? I don't remember, but it may have had something to do with herbal viagra and refinancing your mortgage, and hot sexy co-eds waiting to talk to you. Check your inbox, it may be there waiting. I can't believe I still get forwarded jokes. After all these years, you'd think it would have died down. I guess I'm too polite to ask to please stop. To me its like saying, I don't like you enough to write you an email, but just so you know I remember you're alive, I'll fill your inbox with something from someone else who had nothing to say to me.
What do you think? Hit comments and release your inner Florence Nightingale.
Saturday, April 09, 2005
Sin City
Sin City is one badass movie. A total guy flick. It has the holy trinity of guy movies: boobs, violence and car chases. Its based on the graphic novels of Frank Miller. It looks like you're reading a comic book on the movie screen. Even the writing is lifted straight from its graphic novel origins. Its black and white, but in every shot there's one thing thats colorized, and it really jumps out of the screen at you. A number of times throughout the movie I found myself loudly saying, "Whoa!" Then I notice the rest of the audience was doing the same thing. The actors were OK. Bruce Willis played the same cop with a chip on his shoulder he plays in every movie. Mickey Roarke is good as Marv, although you can barely see him under tons of make up. And of course there are hot chicks in every scene. Rosario Dawson turns in her best performance since 'Josie and the Pussycats.' :) Our darling little Rory from Gilmore Girls takes a turn for the worst and becomes a hooker. What would Lorelai say? And then there's Jessica Alba, the hottest female on the planet. She's scary hot as she tries to seduce Bruce Willis' octogenarian character. I'm sensing oscar buzz for our Dark Angel. 
The audience was filled with comic book dorks who were high-fiving each other during the movie. I found that rather umm retarded. I was waiting for the comic book guy from the Simpsons to stand up and say, "Worst gratuitous tit shot EVER!" This is one of 3 movies I'm looking forward to this year, Revenge of the Sith and Batman Begins are the others. All 3 are portrayals of one's dark side. Perhaps in them, you see your own dark side. Maybe thats the attraction. Its an interesting dynamic... between the face put on for everyone, and what lies beneath.
What do you think? Hit comments and release your inner Bruce Wayne.
Friday, April 08, 2005
Friday's Feast - a buffet for your brain
Appetizer - What is a symbol that inspires you?
Just kidding! :) No symbol really inspires me. I find inspiration in so many other places.
Soup - Name something (either serious or funny) that has happened in your life that you would consider a miracle. She hasn't been born yet :)
Salad - How do you handle criticism? I take it personally, and let it stew in me.
Main Course - Complete this sentence: I feel alone when... I'm not with anyone else. Duh.
Dessert - Name one TV show you wouldn't want to be caught dead watching. American Idol.
Just kidding! :) No symbol really inspires me. I find inspiration in so many other places.
Soup - Name something (either serious or funny) that has happened in your life that you would consider a miracle. She hasn't been born yet :)
Salad - How do you handle criticism? I take it personally, and let it stew in me.
Main Course - Complete this sentence: I feel alone when... I'm not with anyone else. Duh.
Dessert - Name one TV show you wouldn't want to be caught dead watching. American Idol.
Friday Feast
Q1: Do you think cities should be allowed to use eminent domain to seize property for private business development? No way. They're trying to do this here in Atlanta. If a business developer promises to build a fire station or a park, he gets the area rezoned for them. So much for private property. This is just one of those situations where the government can stick their nose in YOUR business.
Q2: Across the United States, policy makers are debating whether to grant driver's licenses to illegal immigrants, while in some states, legislators are taking up bills that would require voters to show photo identification before casting ballots. Do you think illegal immigrants should be allowed to receive a driver's license? What about presenting a photo ID when casting a ballot... are you in favor of this idea? Regarding Illegal Immigrants getting drivers licenses: No, because by giving them licenses, you're basically saying its OK to break the law. There are so many people who risk their lives and work their ASS off to get here legally, that legitimizing illegal immigrants is a slap in their face. What part of 'Illegal' don't they understand? The supporters will say, "Oh, this will teach them to drive correctly." Bullshit. If an illegal immigrant doesn't drive well before they get a little card, do you really think they're going to drive well after they get it?
Regarding showing an ID when you vote, thats fair. Whats wrong with proving you are who you are? It will cut down on voter fraud. And if someone is going to screw the system, showing an ID is the least of their worries.
Q3: What kind of impact has Pope John Paul II's death had on you since he passed away last Saturday? What kind of an impact did the Pope have on you while he was alive? Last Saturday, I was saddened to hear of his death, but he was old and in pain, so I was relieved that he was out of misery. Even though I'm a Catholic, I do realize that the Pope was just a man. Granted, he's done so much for mankind. His work for other people is incomparable. I don't think he's a saint or any greater than the rest of us. He had his fault, and as such a smart man, he knew this. Just read his will, he asked for forgiveness for his shortcomings. So I'm sure there's a nice place for him in Heaven.
Q4: If you knew for certain that it would extend your life expectancy by 8 years, would you reduce your daily caloric intake by 30%? Sure. I should reduce my caloric by 100%. I'd live for far more than 8 months if I did that!
Q2: Across the United States, policy makers are debating whether to grant driver's licenses to illegal immigrants, while in some states, legislators are taking up bills that would require voters to show photo identification before casting ballots. Do you think illegal immigrants should be allowed to receive a driver's license? What about presenting a photo ID when casting a ballot... are you in favor of this idea? Regarding Illegal Immigrants getting drivers licenses: No, because by giving them licenses, you're basically saying its OK to break the law. There are so many people who risk their lives and work their ASS off to get here legally, that legitimizing illegal immigrants is a slap in their face. What part of 'Illegal' don't they understand? The supporters will say, "Oh, this will teach them to drive correctly." Bullshit. If an illegal immigrant doesn't drive well before they get a little card, do you really think they're going to drive well after they get it? Regarding showing an ID when you vote, thats fair. Whats wrong with proving you are who you are? It will cut down on voter fraud. And if someone is going to screw the system, showing an ID is the least of their worries.
Q3: What kind of impact has Pope John Paul II's death had on you since he passed away last Saturday? What kind of an impact did the Pope have on you while he was alive? Last Saturday, I was saddened to hear of his death, but he was old and in pain, so I was relieved that he was out of misery. Even though I'm a Catholic, I do realize that the Pope was just a man. Granted, he's done so much for mankind. His work for other people is incomparable. I don't think he's a saint or any greater than the rest of us. He had his fault, and as such a smart man, he knew this. Just read his will, he asked for forgiveness for his shortcomings. So I'm sure there's a nice place for him in Heaven. Q4: If you knew for certain that it would extend your life expectancy by 8 years, would you reduce your daily caloric intake by 30%? Sure. I should reduce my caloric by 100%. I'd live for far more than 8 months if I did that!
Wednesday, April 06, 2005
This just in!
First there was 'Bennifer,' now there's 'Spederline.' Speaking of assholes:
I'm not one of those animal huggers, but any organization that aims to shit on J-Lo and Star Jones is AOK in my book! They really let them have it. Take a look.
I'm not one of those animal huggers, but any organization that aims to shit on J-Lo and Star Jones is AOK in my book! They really let them have it. Take a look.
Billy Joel Owes Me $58
If you could make any musical into a cabaret act, sort of like the Rocky Horror Picture Show, with people acting out the parts en masse, which musical would you choose and which part would you play?
Funny that this question came up. I recently saw "Movin' Out," which is a musical set to Billy's music. Now I love Billy Joel's music, I have since I was a kid. So you can imagine my excitement when I hear the musical was coming to town. Well this was a load of horse shit. Picture this: a bad Billy Joel tribute act playing the hits at the top of the stage, and about 20 dancers doing something between ballet and a seizure. These horrible dancers could've been dancing to anything. It just so happens that their costumes corresponded to the stories in his song. No type of acting or anything. The musical was choreographed by Twyla Tharpe, who is supposed to be the best choreographer since Jesus, but I didn't see the attraction. This pablum actually won a Tony. I may not know broadway, but I know horse shit. I guess thats why people like me don't go to the theatre. If I ever see The Piano Man, I'm gonna demand my $58 back.
So now to the question at hand... what musical would I make into a cabaret act. Hmm how about Purple Rain. The greatest rock flick ever. The music sort of tells a story, and the dancing would be great. I can just hear Morris yelling in a operatic voice, "Come back, ya long haired faggit!"
What do you think? Hit comments and release your inner Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Funny that this question came up. I recently saw "Movin' Out," which is a musical set to Billy's music. Now I love Billy Joel's music, I have since I was a kid. So you can imagine my excitement when I hear the musical was coming to town. Well this was a load of horse shit. Picture this: a bad Billy Joel tribute act playing the hits at the top of the stage, and about 20 dancers doing something between ballet and a seizure. These horrible dancers could've been dancing to anything. It just so happens that their costumes corresponded to the stories in his song. No type of acting or anything. The musical was choreographed by Twyla Tharpe, who is supposed to be the best choreographer since Jesus, but I didn't see the attraction. This pablum actually won a Tony. I may not know broadway, but I know horse shit. I guess thats why people like me don't go to the theatre. If I ever see The Piano Man, I'm gonna demand my $58 back.So now to the question at hand... what musical would I make into a cabaret act. Hmm how about Purple Rain. The greatest rock flick ever. The music sort of tells a story, and the dancing would be great. I can just hear Morris yelling in a operatic voice, "Come back, ya long haired faggit!"
What do you think? Hit comments and release your inner Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Tuesday, April 05, 2005
10 News Stories You Are Sick Of
1. The Pope. Let him die, rest in peace.
2. Terri Shiavo. Thank you Pope John Paul for knocking this shit out the news.
3. Desperate Housewives.
4. Britney Spears
5. Brad & Jen
6. Lohan
7. Any Reality TV show
8. College Basketball
9. The 2004 Election, Liberals and Conservatives.
10. Michael Jackson
2. Terri Shiavo. Thank you Pope John Paul for knocking this shit out the news.
3. Desperate Housewives.
4. Britney Spears
5. Brad & Jen
6. Lohan
7. Any Reality TV show
8. College Basketball
9. The 2004 Election, Liberals and Conservatives.
10. Michael Jackson
Monday, April 04, 2005
Where Yat?
1. ...did you have to turn your clocks forward one hour this weekend? Yep.
2. ...what is the price of gasoline? $2.20/gallon.
3. ...which natural disasters, if any, do you have to worry about? This weekend, it was snow! It was snowing up in the Mountains on Saturday. "Sometimes It Snows In April." Pix in the flickr. Generally, just the remnants of hurricanes that hit Florida.
4. ...do you have a local newspaper, and if so, do you subscribe to it? AJC, no, I don't subscribe. Being in the news business, and now working for the company that publishes it, I should, huh?
5. ...do you subscribe to a local cable company for television viewing? Yeah. I don't wanna mess with no dish.
6. ...what is the speed limit on your road/street? Don't know, don't care.
7. ...how far do you have to drive to the nearest post office? About 3 miles.
8. ...what is the average temperature in April? I dunno. Maybe if I would read the paper, I'd know.
9. ...what is the average temperature in December? I dunno that either.
10. ...are your four seasons drastically different from one another? Aw hell yeah. And they all torture my sinuses like an Iraqi Prisoner.
2. ...what is the price of gasoline? $2.20/gallon.
3. ...which natural disasters, if any, do you have to worry about? This weekend, it was snow! It was snowing up in the Mountains on Saturday. "Sometimes It Snows In April." Pix in the flickr. Generally, just the remnants of hurricanes that hit Florida.
4. ...do you have a local newspaper, and if so, do you subscribe to it? AJC, no, I don't subscribe. Being in the news business, and now working for the company that publishes it, I should, huh?
5. ...do you subscribe to a local cable company for television viewing? Yeah. I don't wanna mess with no dish.
6. ...what is the speed limit on your road/street? Don't know, don't care.
7. ...how far do you have to drive to the nearest post office? About 3 miles.
8. ...what is the average temperature in April? I dunno. Maybe if I would read the paper, I'd know.
9. ...what is the average temperature in December? I dunno that either.
10. ...are your four seasons drastically different from one another? Aw hell yeah. And they all torture my sinuses like an Iraqi Prisoner.
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