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Saturday, June 28, 2008
Wall-E
Today Harry, Bruce and I went to a PGA screening of Wall-E. Wall-E is the latest from Pixar/Disney. When I first saw previews I knew I would like this movie, the robot reminded me of Number 5 from Short Circuit and I was a huge fan of that movie when it came out.I loved all Pixar movies from Toy Story up to there last one Ratatouille so I knew this one would be no different. And I was right.. WOW.. what a fanatastic movie. I cried within the first twenty minutes and through out the film. It's amazing that you can fall in love with this little robot that barely says three words but just from his reactions you can't help but love him. What was great about this film was that kids will love it as they will like the robots but adults will love it for the underlying story. Yes this movie is about a robot love story but there is so much more.
I can't wait to see this movie again. I went out to Toys R Us to see if they had some toys. We did find a few but not what I was looking for... gotta keep looking as I need my little Wall-E action figure.
台灣動物百科 － 青背山雀 [綠背山雀]
Friday, June 27, 2008
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Wanted
Today I got off of work a little early so Harry and I would make it to a screening of Wanted the new Angelina Jolie, Morgan Freeman, and James McAvoy movie. It's based on a comic book by the same name. This was a very cool movie, very bloody and violent and full of language but the action and sfx scenes were mind blowing. There is also a very cool twist in the story which I didn’t see coming. Both Harry and I enjoyed the wild and crazy ride.
Here's a short synopsis: Wesley Gibson (James McAvoy) is a neurotic accounts manager who works in a small cubical filling out billing reports day end and day out. He allows his boss and his girlfriend to walk all over him. To cope with his life, he takes anti-anxiety pills by the bottle full. Wesley has no desire to change his humdrum life, but one day while getting more pills at the drug store, he meets a beautiful woman in black, Fox (Angelina Jolie) who changes his life forever. Fox was sent to protect Wesley from the man who had just killed his father. Wesley thought his father had died soon after he was born. Fox tells Wesley, "that his father died yesterday on the rooftop of the Metropolitan Building, and you are next." Wesley is recruited into the "Fraternity," a secret society of assassins that his father was a member. Fox must train Wesley to bring out his special powers that he was born with in order to avenge his fathers death. "The Fraternity's" leader- Sloan, (Morgan Freeman) also teaches Wesley the ways of the group, and Wesley soon becomes an assassin just like his father. But nother everything is as it seems.
Here's a short synopsis: Wesley Gibson (James McAvoy) is a neurotic accounts manager who works in a small cubical filling out billing reports day end and day out. He allows his boss and his girlfriend to walk all over him. To cope with his life, he takes anti-anxiety pills by the bottle full. Wesley has no desire to change his humdrum life, but one day while getting more pills at the drug store, he meets a beautiful woman in black, Fox (Angelina Jolie) who changes his life forever. Fox was sent to protect Wesley from the man who had just killed his father. Wesley thought his father had died soon after he was born. Fox tells Wesley, "that his father died yesterday on the rooftop of the Metropolitan Building, and you are next." Wesley is recruited into the "Fraternity," a secret society of assassins that his father was a member. Fox must train Wesley to bring out his special powers that he was born with in order to avenge his fathers death. "The Fraternity's" leader- Sloan, (Morgan Freeman) also teaches Wesley the ways of the group, and Wesley soon becomes an assassin just like his father. But nother everything is as it seems.
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
挺台灣的店：台中木禾東拉麵廚房
台中木河東拉麵館的Realme，李老闆，是本台的忠實網友，他熱愛台灣，經常參與本台的討論，三不五時更邀請本台執行長魚夫前往品嚐他個人私房的咖啡豆珍藏。
Realme的店本來開在南投，人聲鼎沸，後來搬往台中福科路，生意更是搶搶滾，但Realme堅持原則，客人太多，要人等太久，寧可不招待。也由於手藝精湛，某家財團老闆前來秘訪，準備邀他合作，再起爐灶，於是Realme再留言給魚夫說：＂我都可能要搬家了，你還不來？＂
在盛情邀請下，魚夫自然不是無血無目屎的花枝、透抽、魷魚或墨賊仔，於是專程驅車前往，果然一見如故，廢話少說，趕快來看影片和照片。
看照片： （按圖進入觀看幻燈片，進入後，按住圖面，出現ｉ，可以控制速度和觀看圖文解說。）
梅之香－木禾東廚房
台中市福科路432號
電話 04 24615432
延伸閱讀：
"省主席"魚夫日本吃拉麵
台中市食谷飯堂
台灣南投竹山青竹竹藝文化園區
關不住的歌聲－Danny Boy
六星計畫 幸福台灣-台中新社鄉杏鮑菇農場
Realme的店本來開在南投，人聲鼎沸，後來搬往台中福科路，生意更是搶搶滾，但Realme堅持原則，客人太多，要人等太久，寧可不招待。也由於手藝精湛，某家財團老闆前來秘訪，準備邀他合作，再起爐灶，於是Realme再留言給魚夫說：＂我都可能要搬家了，你還不來？＂
在盛情邀請下，魚夫自然不是無血無目屎的花枝、透抽、魷魚或墨賊仔，於是專程驅車前往，果然一見如故，廢話少說，趕快來看影片和照片。
看照片： （按圖進入觀看幻燈片，進入後，按住圖面，出現ｉ，可以控制速度和觀看圖文解說。）
梅之香－木禾東廚房
台中市福科路432號
電話 04 24615432
延伸閱讀：
"省主席"魚夫日本吃拉麵
台中市食谷飯堂
台灣南投竹山青竹竹藝文化園區
關不住的歌聲－Danny Boy
六星計畫 幸福台灣-台中新社鄉杏鮑菇農場
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Wedding Plans
Time seems to be flying by.. It’s only a little over five weeks away and we still have a ton of things to do. We are trying same money by doing things ourselves but it's alot of work and with so little free time it's making things really tough. Every weekend from here on out will be doing something that pertains to the wedding. But in the end it will all be worth it.
Monday, June 23, 2008
恁爸、恁祖媽係台灣人
按圖進入觀看幻燈片，進入後，按住圖面，出現ｉ，可以控制速度和閱讀圖文解說：
賣水果的小販，他用”破布子”放在頭上裝可愛( 拍攝地點：台南）
本台報告：馬政權正一步步的剷除台灣人的意識，從總統府網站把台灣拿掉，到郵票上去台灣郵政，乃至於從今而後，各國訪台改稱訪華，其最終必將台灣人意識消滅的心態至為明顥，本台為強化台灣人意識，即日起不定期刊出「恁爸、恁祖媽係台灣人」系列，將台灣人的身影記錄下來，（發現是你自己或你的親人，按右鍵下載；照片中有自認不是台灣人者，請來函告知刪除）。
賣水果的小販，他用”破布子”放在頭上裝可愛( 拍攝地點：台南）
本台報告：馬政權正一步步的剷除台灣人的意識，從總統府網站把台灣拿掉，到郵票上去台灣郵政，乃至於從今而後，各國訪台改稱訪華，其最終必將台灣人意識消滅的心態至為明顥，本台為強化台灣人意識，即日起不定期刊出「恁爸、恁祖媽係台灣人」系列，將台灣人的身影記錄下來，（發現是你自己或你的親人，按右鍵下載；照片中有自認不是台灣人者，請來函告知刪除）。
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Get Smart
Today Harry and I along with a few friends went to a screening of Get Smart. I loved the TV series back when it was on so I was looking forward to this movie. The movie was very enjoyable. It was not only funny as I expected it to be but it had some really good action scenes. It was a very cool remake of a classic TV series. Everyone really enjoyed it and afterwards we went to Mel's Diner for lunch.. it was a fun outing with some great company.
Find Your Dream Tattoo
There are a lot of tattoo images available to choose from. Sometimes it can be a little bit overwhelming when you see so many images. Most of the time when you want to get a tattoo you have an idea of what you want but you might need a little help,
Here are some tips to find your dream tattoo:
What are your Interests? – In choosing a tattoo image, you need to think about getting one that signifies your interests. This way, you can be sure that the tattoo does reflect your character trait. Make sure that you choose a tattoo image that reflects an actual interest and not just a fad. Because your tattoo will be there for a long, long time. If you consider your interests, you will end up with a tattoo image that may serve as a conversation-starter with people who have the same interest.
Symbolism – It is important to study the different symbolic meanings of tattoo images you intend to get. If you choose a religious symbol, be sure that you have thoroughly researched about that religion and the implications of putting a tattoo image of it in your body. A great place to see thousands of tattoo designs is at Tattoo me now!
Each tattoo image also has a lot of interpretations and can change in meaning depending on the other tattoo images you put it with, the part of the body you place it on, and the position of the tattoo image.However, you also need to remember that there area lot of symbolic interpretations for different tattoo images. As long as you know what you wish to represent, then you can choose any tattoo image you like.
Where are you going to put it? - The placement of a tattoo image affects its meaning, not to mention its aesthetic quality. Of course, a tattoo image on the arm has a different impact from a tattoo in the small of your back.From strength to sensuality, masculinity to femininity, the location of tattoo images can convey any message.It can also show your allegiance or membership to a certain group. Secret societies often make use of tattoo images in specific body parts in order to distinguish their members.Of course, included in this aspect is your need for stealth. Do you need to hide your tattoo from anyone? Well, you need to place your tattoo in a very precise location, where you can be sure not to accidentally reveal it.
Aesthetics – Of course, the primary reason some people get tattoo images is for someone to see them. That’s why aesthetic value should be among your top considerations in getting a tattoo image.You need your tattoo image not only to convey the message you wish, but to also look good.This makes the tattoo image easier to understand and more fun for you to show-off.
Here are some tips to find your dream tattoo:
What are your Interests? – In choosing a tattoo image, you need to think about getting one that signifies your interests. This way, you can be sure that the tattoo does reflect your character trait. Make sure that you choose a tattoo image that reflects an actual interest and not just a fad. Because your tattoo will be there for a long, long time. If you consider your interests, you will end up with a tattoo image that may serve as a conversation-starter with people who have the same interest.
Symbolism – It is important to study the different symbolic meanings of tattoo images you intend to get. If you choose a religious symbol, be sure that you have thoroughly researched about that religion and the implications of putting a tattoo image of it in your body. A great place to see thousands of tattoo designs is at Tattoo me now!
Each tattoo image also has a lot of interpretations and can change in meaning depending on the other tattoo images you put it with, the part of the body you place it on, and the position of the tattoo image.However, you also need to remember that there area lot of symbolic interpretations for different tattoo images. As long as you know what you wish to represent, then you can choose any tattoo image you like.
Where are you going to put it? - The placement of a tattoo image affects its meaning, not to mention its aesthetic quality. Of course, a tattoo image on the arm has a different impact from a tattoo in the small of your back.From strength to sensuality, masculinity to femininity, the location of tattoo images can convey any message.It can also show your allegiance or membership to a certain group. Secret societies often make use of tattoo images in specific body parts in order to distinguish their members.Of course, included in this aspect is your need for stealth. Do you need to hide your tattoo from anyone? Well, you need to place your tattoo in a very precise location, where you can be sure not to accidentally reveal it.
Aesthetics – Of course, the primary reason some people get tattoo images is for someone to see them. That’s why aesthetic value should be among your top considerations in getting a tattoo image.You need your tattoo image not only to convey the message you wish, but to also look good.This makes the tattoo image easier to understand and more fun for you to show-off.
Saturday, June 21, 2008
朝聖之路－都蘭山步道
Road to the Pilgrimage – The Dulan Mountain Trail
介紹都蘭山步道地理位置、環境、登山路線、歷史概述及動、植物等自然生態簡介。還有普悠瑪原住民祭台遺跡。
The video for the Dulan Mountain Hiking Trail shows the geographic location, surrounding environment, hiking routes, history, ecology of local animals and plants and the historical sites of the Puyuma tribe ceremony. It also explains how local natural materials are gathered and how the path was constructed and renovated.
介紹都蘭山步道地理位置、環境、登山路線、歷史概述及動、植物等自然生態簡介。還有普悠瑪原住民祭台遺跡。
The video for the Dulan Mountain Hiking Trail shows the geographic location, surrounding environment, hiking routes, history, ecology of local animals and plants and the historical sites of the Puyuma tribe ceremony. It also explains how local natural materials are gathered and how the path was constructed and renovated.
Friday, June 20, 2008
Blackout!!!!
Well today while at work Harry called to inform me that the electricity went out at the house.. that it had been out for an hour. I called DWP and found out that the power was out in 20 + cities in the valley. I was work until around 9pm and when I got home I figure everything would be back up.. but it wasn't. It's 9pm and 90+ degrees outside. We couldn't open the refrigerator as I didn't want to let any of the cool air out. Luckily Harry has a laptop computer with a DVD player built in and there was some battery life left in it to we sat in the backyard and watched MASH.
It was close to midnight and I was sooo tired that I tempted to go into our super hot bedroom to sleep. It was horrible but I did my best to sleep but moments later the power came back on. The power was out for 6 hours, which is the longest that power has ever been out for me. You don't realize how much electricity means to you until it's gone. It made me appreciate what I have a little more.
It was close to midnight and I was sooo tired that I tempted to go into our super hot bedroom to sleep. It was horrible but I did my best to sleep but moments later the power came back on. The power was out for 6 hours, which is the longest that power has ever been out for me. You don't realize how much electricity means to you until it's gone. It made me appreciate what I have a little more.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Hot, Hot and more Hot
The past few days and for the foreseeable future it's going to be hot here in Reseda... not just hot but over 105 for the next week or so. I like the heat but now that we are living in the house with no central air it's getting hard to stay cool. We have air conditioner in three of the rooms but we can't keep them on 24 hours a day.. or I should say I don't want to keep them on for 24 hours a day $$$$. And the really sad part is Summer is just beginning.
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
What a Phrase?!
A tattoo which I did for my customer today, made me understand of how comical life can be in its own way. It made me realise of how simple life is.
A beautiful tattoo which not many would prefer it on their body. A statement which differs you from the rest. Well, it is for life - So might as well, live with it !!
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Doctor's Visit
Today I had another Doctor’s visit. I was getting my cholesterol checked, as it was pretty high on the last visit. So they were going to take blood and check everything out. Also they were going to check my testosterone levels, as they have been usually low.
I was telling my doctor about being tired after waking up after an 8-hour sleep the past few months and he said I might have sleep apnea and will have to be tested. For those that don’t know what sleep apnea is, it’s when you stop breathing while sleeping and your body wakes up and makes you breath, he said this can be happening 1000’s of times a night. It’s kind of a scary thought and I plan on getting tested.
Everything else looked good.. Dr. Mills was very happy with my blood pressure, as it was much lower then last time… 140/82
Now I just need to lose some weight and lower my cholesterol and all will be well.
I was telling my doctor about being tired after waking up after an 8-hour sleep the past few months and he said I might have sleep apnea and will have to be tested. For those that don’t know what sleep apnea is, it’s when you stop breathing while sleeping and your body wakes up and makes you breath, he said this can be happening 1000’s of times a night. It’s kind of a scary thought and I plan on getting tested.
Everything else looked good.. Dr. Mills was very happy with my blood pressure, as it was much lower then last time… 140/82
Now I just need to lose some weight and lower my cholesterol and all will be well.
Gay Weddings
Today is a great day in California history. Same sex weddings are now legal. California is only the second state in the US to legalize same sex marriages. Of course there are those who are fighting it and there will more then likely be a proposition on the November ballot banning same sex marriages again.Many have called me and asked now that same sex marriages are legal in CA I can sponsor Harry for immigration. But immigration is ran by the Federal government and they still have marriage as a union between a man and a woman so the CA ruling really won't change that status.
As for Harry and I changing our Commitment Ceremony into a wedding, with Harry's immigration status we are looking into it... I'll keep you posted.
Quills (鵝毛筆) R 級 此片僅限美國地區收看
【鵝毛筆】敘述由傑佛瑞洛許飾演的情色文學作家馬奇斯，因其著作之文字不當而被囚禁在教堂的瘋人院，而教堂內的洗衣女僕凱特溫絲蕾，則暗中偷渡他的作品在巿面上出版，馬奇斯的著作舉世嘩然，立刻引起軒然大波，主教憤而下令嚴禁，同時派遣當時德高望重的科學家（麥可肯恩飾）調查此事，並賦予他感化男主角的重任，此舉不但使庇護男女主角的教士（傑昆菲尼斯飾）受到牽累，這對男女的曖昧情誼也因此大受責難。
黃瓊瑱老師的創意捏麵人
黃瓊瑱老師從事創意捏麵人已經10年了，說起來也是緣分，因為同事一直在老師的攤前猶豫著該不該替老婆帶一個禮物，於是我也跟著駐足。黃老師說：傳統的捏麵人已經無法吸引人注意了，原因是只剩下表演性質；而黃老師改良材料運用樹脂土，材質更剩於紙黏土，比紙黏土還要堅固，有了帶回家的紀念性，來這裡的遊客都很喜歡。
除了玫瑰花瓣的吊飾、髮圈之外，還有各式各樣的公仔也有神明造型的喔。
除了玫瑰花瓣的吊飾、髮圈之外，還有各式各樣的公仔也有神明造型的喔。
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Happy Father's Day
Today Harry and I took my Dad out to lunch and shopping for Father's Day. It was a nice visit.. Happy Father's Day Pops...
Saturday, June 14, 2008
Hulk 2
Today, Harry, Tom, Erwin, John, Moises and I went to see a PGA Screening of The Incredible Hulk (Hulk 2) at the Harmony Gold Theater. This was the first time we had gone to this theater and it was very nice. Unlike the writers Guild Theater then one had comfortable seats and an awesome audio. They also have parking underneath.. which is always a plus.As for the Hulk, it was alot of fun, a 1000 times better then the first one. The story was good and the SFX were very impressive. Some of my favorite scenes were at the end when The Hulk slapped his hands together so cause a gust of wind to blow out a fire that was about to kill his girlfriend. The other part is where The Hulk say's "Hulk Smash" and smashes the ground causing the ground to crack. Another cool part was seeing Robert Downey Jr's, Stark (Ironman) character shows up at the end. This movie had the same feel as Ironman. You can tell they were setting up stuff for a future Avengers Movies.
This is defiantly a DVD purchase when it comes out...
This is defiantly a DVD purchase when it comes out...
Happy 2nd Bday - Immortal Tattoos
Immortal Tattoos, Singapore turns 2 !!
What better way to celebrate it than have a Indoor Beach Party @ Chillies !!
Ms.Kim and Myself
Ms.Kim rockin' out !!
Vicky - The Bouncer and Myself
Don't ask me how this picture came about..It just did !!
I am not part of it !! Really !! Oh My !!
Dave being the photographer - For few seconds and...
The Surfer Boys?!
Hate us for being party animals!!
Nethia - The new crew member...
Do the Egyptian walk, my friend..
Arghhhhhh !! Incredible Hulk - Part 27
Dust has settled for the Night. Too much magic in the system...
Now !! Get the paparazzis out !! out !! out !!
I thank everyone for the support over the 2 years !! Till then, you guys know where to find us !!
Friday, June 13, 2008
Summer Finale of Battlestar Galactica
I came late to this series as I didn't have the Sci Fi channel but I finally got season 1 & 2 on DVD and watched them none stop before the third season started last year. It is one of the best sci fi TV series around. It's so different from the original series, it's dark and depressing but it's amazing watching the human spirit survive.Well today was the summer finale and it didn't disappoint. WOW.. pretty much sums it up. This is the fourth and final season and we only have 10 more episodes left. They are not coming back until next year but they gave us fans alot to talk about during the hiatus.
If you have not watched this series you are missing one of the best TV shows ever.
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Star Trek Cuff Links
Today when I got home there was a package from my friend Chris. When I opened it I was totally surprised. He knows that Harry and I are huge Star Trek fans and want to have Star Trek elements with in our ceremony. So when I opened the package out came two sets of Star Trek Cuff Links. THEY ARE AWESOME!!!!
I called to thank him and he told me that he made these as he couldn't find premade ones.. how awesome is that. They are going to look great on our tuxes and will always be a very special part of our ceremony. Thank you Chris.
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
紀錄片天安門 六四事件 Tiananmen Square protests Part.4of20
本台報告：本台接獲網友投書，六四天安門事件的歷史台灣人不能忘記，值此國民黨急於與共產黨談判之際，台灣人尤應記取歷史的教訓，看清楚共產黨的本質：
完整版PlayList
紀錄片天安門－－紀念六四，忽忘歷史
documentary movie THE GATE OF HEAVENLY PEACE
about Tiananmen square protests of 1989.
english subtitles
完整版PlayList
紀錄片天安門－－紀念六四，忽忘歷史
documentary movie THE GATE OF HEAVENLY PEACE
about Tiananmen square protests of 1989.
english subtitles
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
【紀錄片】唱乎恁祖媽聽e音樂會
影片介紹：
第一段：音樂會精華影片(這次的影片都黑黑的，因為"長官"這種動物不給打舞台燈 ^^")
第二段：幕後翦影花絮(看"長官"這種動物，如何在場"指導"台灣志工)
第三段：王明哲老師深情獨奏(好音樂可以淨化人心；壞的音樂，麻醉人心)
Monday, June 9, 2008
After MASH
I was never a huge MASH fan but after meeting Harry who is a big fan I have seen almost every episode and love the series. I knew there was a spin off series after Mash ended called After MASH. It's not on DVD and it took me forever to find copies. Well about two weeks ago I found a guy who was selling bootleg DVD's of the broadcast versions online and had to get them. Well today we got them finally and we had to watch at least a few episodes before going to bed.
It's very different from MASH but several of the characters moved over to the new series so it was nice to see Sherman Potter, Max Klinger and Father Mulcahy. We only watched a few episodes but so far they are alot of fun.
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