Author Archives: Steve

First Wave Miniseries

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Steve

It has been so long since I’ve written anything about comic books, I even considered retiring the category or having it rolled in with the Books part which was recently languishing. I still read ’em, it’s the part involving a … Continue reading →

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Confederate States of America

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Steve

As a huge fan of alternate realities (Sliding Doors and the upcoming Another Earth), seeing this take on a Confederate victory for the anniversary of the Civil War was somewhat disappointing. The initial approach taken is interesting (see below) but … Continue reading →

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Quite the new jersey I have

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Steve

Most Thursday nights Jeremy and I go skating at Northcross Mall. Hard to believe that it’s quite a workout going around in circles…well, more like ovals. Then afterwards, we usually hit the nearby  Starbucks for coffee to warm up. Earlier … Continue reading →

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RIP Elisabeth Sladen aka Sarah Jane Smith

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Steve

It was sad to catch the news from a diehard Dr. Who fan at work. I had no idea she was ill, I only knew she starred in a spinoff show which tied together with some crossover involving Torchwood. Many … Continue reading →

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And I always blamed Jenny

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Steve

Contrary to a popular myth, the song “867-5309/Jenny” didn’t cause TV shows and movies to start using the “555” prefix. It was a tradition begun in the Fifties since they often said “KLondike 5” for phone numbers. I’ve never understood … Continue reading →

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CD Collection version 1 posted

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Steve

While I was perusing the various goodies at Waterloo Records for Record Store Day, I saw these various Roxy Music and Blondie remasters on sale. Awesome! Too bad I can’t remember which titles I already own or would want to … Continue reading →

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Somara is due for surgery at month’s end

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Steve

Firstly, nobody panic or worry. Somara is going in for this really easy outpatient thing on a Friday. The doctor make a small incision, does his thing and she goes home. Afterwards Somara just kicks back for a long weekend … Continue reading →

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The Confederate and Neo-Confederate Reader: The “Great Truth” about the “Lost Cause” edited by James Loewen & Edward Sebesta

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Steve

I finally finished a book on my iPad! Thus this review will be in two parts. The first will cover this collection’s content co-edited by a name I trust with History, Dr. James W. Loewen of Lies My Teacher Told Me … Continue reading →

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Villain Supply, now Source…rediscovered!

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Steve

This comedy site disappeared a few years ago because its founder lost interest. The only way to see most of it was through some other guy’s archive project. Unfortunately, it didn’t have all the graphics namely the painfully truthful dig … Continue reading →

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Why I shouldn’t gargle at my desk

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Steve

Currently, I am still trying shake off a sore throat I have had for about a week. It’s probably the side effect of yet another sinus infection or what I like to call the Austin malaise. Paradise always comes with … Continue reading →

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Shortened AHL season 2011-12

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Steve

The Board of Governors voting to shorten the season from 80 to 76 games was a surprise to me. As the league finally reached 30 teams I figured they wanted the AHL to be close to parity with its NHL … Continue reading →

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1981: Columbia launch

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Steve

I remember this Sunday morning pretty well. The launch went off before my brother and I had to report to our altar boy duties at the nearby convent. It was exciting to see the first space shuttle finally operate. American … Continue reading →

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1961: Yuri Gagarin orbits the Earth

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Steve

I’m glad the traditional Cold War is over. Celebrating this achievement used to get you branded a traitor by idiots. Regardless of which nation succeeded in getting a person into Space first, the world should rejoice at the accomplishment. It … Continue reading →

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The NHL/AHL playoffs are upon us

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Steve

Both of my teams practically petered out over the big finale weekend, namely the (Austin) Stars who couldn’t seal the deal by losing their last two games. What a bummer to get smoked 2-0 in the final home appearance before … Continue reading →

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Twelve years with Apple

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Steve

Today has been off to a rough start for what could’ve been a nice, introspective vacation day I usually take: reflect on where I’ve been, think about where I may be going and whether or not it’s time to move … Continue reading →

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