The Changing of Times

Freaks and Geeks

Richard — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:18:21 +0000

I never really got into this wonderful show until it was too late! Superb acting, witty writing, and a colourful cast for sure. Although the story takes place a little before my time, I can sure relate. I highly recommend this show to any child of the 80’s - great memories for sure.

Coke…after Coke…after Coke.

Richard — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 22:22:09 +0000

Coke vs. Pepsi

Underlining the power of consistency…

Updated - Brand New has added their two cents and have created a revised version…Coke still wins!

via swiss miss

Mad Men Yourself

Richard — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:03:33 +0000

In keeping with the Mad Men theme…

Pick out a suit, light a cigarette, slick back your hair, and download the result as a Twitter icon or desktop wallpaper: Mad Men Yourself. Here’s what I would look like as a Sterling Cooper junior account executive.

Illustrations by Dyna Moe, who worked her way into the hearts and minds of the Mad Men folks with her wonderful illustrations.

kottke.org and AMC tv>

My Mad Men Avatar

T. Hanks

Richard — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 19:11:28 +0000

Came across this earlier today…

T. Hanks Trash Can

Jake at Zoomdoggle.com>

Mad Men Poster

Richard — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 21:28:57 +0000

In keeping with the Mad Men theme, I came across a nice poster for the upcoming season…

Mad Men - Season 3 Poster - Click to view close-up

There’s our beloved, complicated Don, casually smoking a cigarette as the flood waters rise. And, in a Mad Men first, that’s not a metaphor. Upon extreme close-up (enhance!), he’s also almost scowling, with just the slightest squint. Aw, cheer up, Don — except don’t, actually, because your inability to experience joy is sort of a calling card of this series. The poster reminds me a little of Gregory Crewdson’s “Twilight” photos, a combination of doom and desire, both evocative and unsettling. If that’s not a spot-on description of Don Draper, what is?

Via EW.com

Mad Men – Season 3

Richard — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:15:08 +0000

Mad Men Season 3 Kicks Off Aug 16 @ 10:00 PM on AMC

I’ve really been digging this “little” show called Mad Men, and in case you didn’t know the third season is about to kick-off mid August. I so can’t wait!

AMC has announced that it will be premiering the third season of Mad Men on Sun., Aug. 16 at 10PM ET | 9PM C. The premiere will be presented with limited commercial interruptions.

Leading up to the new season will be a Season 2 marathon starting Mon., Aug. 10, from 7AM to 8PM EST. Also, starting today (Jun. 10), Season 1 of Mad Men is available On Demand in both standard and high definition. Season 2 will be available starting Mon., Jul. 20.

Via AMC

Flightless Bird

Richard — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 22:38:04 +0000

Iron and Wine - Flightless Bird, American Mouth

Such a great artist and song.

Summer Photos

Richard — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:32:45 +0000

First thing, it’s been way too long since my last post…6 months I think. In order to spark a little creativity and maybe sort a little guilt regarding my posting etiquette (or lack thereof), I wanted to share some pictures I’ve taken over the past few months. Enjoy…

Smile. It's a beautiful day.

Ethan and mum enjoying the sun in our backyard

Enjoying breakfast and watching the sunrise on a Saturday

Tigger chilaxin in the sun.

Been Busy…

Richard — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:26:06 +0000

It’s been 4 months to the day since little Ethan came into our lives, and I still can’t believe he’s our little boy. To mark this special occasion I wanted to post a few pictures Karen took of him today.

Ethan 4 months old

Who’s Opinion is Better?

Richard — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 19:53:53 +0000

MakeFive Logo

Over the past few months I have been involved in a new social network known as MakeFive. It’s a really interesting concept which allows you to create your own top 5 lists, then have other people compare, share, and even contribute their thoughts to the lists. It can be extremely addictive, and really fun coming up with these lists. Each month is a contest, where the people with the most/best/interesting opinions win prizes like ipods and t-shirts. Being a two-time winner, I was lucky enough to receive a couple shirts.

Sporting Our Threads

One of the topics featured on MakeFive was to show off the coveted t-shirt given to the winners of each month’s competition. Being a past winner, I submitted a photo of Ethan (my son) and I sporting our new threads, and to my delight we were recently featured on the MakeFive blog. Pretty sweet!

MakeFive Team

My experience at MakeFive has been nothing but positive. People are friendly, and there is always something going on. The team behind this social expirament is none other than the fine folks at smashLAB. They are constantly tweaking things, and making the overall user experience better. If you have some spare time on your hands, check out MakeFive for yourself!