Civil War weekend here in Jackson. Always a big event around here. Thousands of people pour in from surrounding states for one of the largest Civil War reenactments in the Midwest. Last night was the annual Civil War ball which my family always enjoys. Ashley made her own ball gown this year and looked fantastic. […]
In the Big House
Awesome video from Pop Evil Just discovered this video and loved it. Pop Evil came up with this sweet song as a tribute to Michigan football. Cannot WAIT for football to start this year! The Wolverines are really going to have a comeback year, I can feel it.
Back Pain
My back is killing me today. Gosh…..I think it is because I didn’t get to bed until pretty late last night. I really need to see a chiropractor. Never have before so I am really hoping they will have some sort of miracle cure. Thus far almost everyone I know with similar ailments uses medical […]
Of People and Parties
Started summer classes today. It actually wasn’t too bad. I met some nice people in class. Had lunch with a couple really cool guys and later met another passionate musician which lead to some great conversations. Pleasantly surprising given I had very little hope for this semester. Mowed the lawn for the first time this […]
Of Apples and Adult Siblings
Macs are pretty awesome! I always believed what I was told about their superiority but ever since my boss bought me one for work at my new job I have been able to discover for myself. So far, so good. That goes for the job as well which has been a blast thus far and […]
Gonna be a great day
I think today will be a great day. No particular reason why it should be better than any other day, but still I think it will be pleasant. Or perhaps, in a sense, by THINKING today will be a great day I have at the same time chosen to have a great day. Perhaps my […]
Top 10 Will Ferrell Movies
One of my favorite comedic actors of all time, Will Ferrell has had many hilarious roles. Here are the top ten films that I think are worth watching: AnchormanNo arguments here. The show is just downright sidesplitting and nothing I have seen to date is more quotable. Talladega Nights I have seen this so many […]
Top 20 Metallica Songs
Here are my top 20 favorite songs from the world’s greatest metal band: Welcome Home (Sanitarium)George and I used to play this song all the time when we were learning guitar. Metallica really taught me how to play the guitar from the very beginning. This song I think really has everything that a great rock […]
AFI Top 100
This year my wife, sister and a good friend of ours have decided to try and watch every movie on the American Film Institute’s Top 100 Films of All Time list. We decided to skip the ones we had already seen which left us with around 80+ shows to watch. Each of us is keeping […]
Top 10 Cocktails
Now, I don’t want anyone to think that I am some kind of heavy drinker, but I do like a few cocktails. Here are my top 10 favorites:10. Pina Colada 9. Margarita 8. Kahlua & Cream 7. White Russian 6. Caramel AppleA newly discovered recipe that is very easy and is now one of our […]
Top 10 Punk Rock Bands
I have not done a top 10 list in a few weeks so here is a new one. I might do a few music related lists for a bit now, and break from all film stuff.10. FM StaticBrilliant song writing and an uncanny ability to make every single song get stuck in your head for […]