Master Procrastinator

At least I'll admit to it though. :)
But since I've been out of school, I don't really have "due dates," which makes it hard to stay the Master Procrastinator I really am. I mean, I could forget (whether on purpose, or actually by accident) a school project until the LAST POSSIBLE day, and still pull out an awesome project and get amazing marks. Well, maybe just decent marks, but no where near a fail.

Now... There aren't due dates on things, or "projects" to do.
Things I now procrastinate on; going to bed, chores, waking up, putting away laundry, sending e-mails, leaving the house... just stuff like that.

For instance, I JUST started writing here.
Then I started watching the first season of Inspector Gadget (which was lame (I only got to episode 2)).
Now I'm watching a movie (The Last Legion), to find out that 2011 Academy Award Winner for Actor in  Leading Role (Colin Firth), Ben Kingsley, Kevin McKidd (Grey's Anatomy), John Hannah (Spartacus: Blood and Sand), and Alexander Siddig (he's in pretty much everything)... are all in this movie. (Not a bad pick, I guess...)
Then I made myself pizza, and am just now getting back to what I should really be working on now; this. lol
On TOP of that, I should clearly be working on the choral arranging of The Doobie Brothers, but everyone's sleeping, so that's challenging.
See I'm good at that. lol


Anyway, things that are important to do I somehow get some delay on. But "NEVER FEAR!" they will be done, and done well.

That is all.

Something About TV

So... I'm really looking for stuff to watch now. The good stuff's running out. I've got my hands on Star Trek: The Original Series, and I'm making my way through that with my dad. It's a piece of history, that's for sure. :)

Don't get me wrong, I've tried some other series' but nothing's - how can I put this - good. I mean there some that are decent, but never good enough to actually KEEP watching. There were a few animated shows on Netflix that I battled through, simply because; well, I'm a guy. *shrug*

I started one called Bionic Woman, which SHOULD've been cool. Unfortunately it was epically terrible. I actually stopped to look for another show. But ended up flipping back because nothing caught my eye. I can see why it got cancelled after six episodes. It was really bad... The story and it's plot was shit, the special effects were shit, the idea... well the idea was decent, but they didn't have the writers or money to make it worth watching for an extended period of time.

I like the idea of a super human thing, like a super hero (if you rate Batman as a hero), but a little more limited. And I mean, there's a lot of cool stuff you can do with that character, and their story. You don't need to (like they did) bang out six episodes of "Oh my god, I've changed! I need to find myself as I get beat up by another bionic person." *grumble* That was stupidness. I mean, get an episode of "Ahh, shit happened! Now I'm bionic... What's bionic mean?" And then, maybe an episode and a half of practice and learn some simple things and have it mix with life as a human, then end the episode with the first mission. Then continue with training and missions.

There was no need for ridiculous background storylines, and stupid plot twists so early in the season. And the funding was the other portion of the problem with the show, because the special effects were cheaply done. Also, THE bionic woman was supposed to add some sex appeal. Agreed? Well, more money would have also allowed them to have not only a bionic woman who added to the sex appeal, but also the antagonist too.

While we're on the subject, how about I rant on all the other shows I watch (or used to watch).

The Mentalist

Season 1 was awesome. I really wanted to see what Season 2 could possibly bring to the table. As they're on Season 3 this year, I can honestly say "Not much." Very little mention of the major antagonist that had you coming back for more, until the LAST episode, which was disappointing. And Season 3 did the same, and they're being very... cheeky, I guess would be the right term. Kind of slapstick ish for their genre.

Like comedy is comedy, with Slapstick as a sub-genre; and it's kind of not what you're looking for, and not funny if you're not into it. Know what I mean.

I'm sort of upset with it, as it was MY first good TV series find, and it went down the tubes before it got as good as it could've.

Grey's Anatomy

Let's have a bad followed with a good, eh?

Grey's is awesome. It knows what to do, and how to do it to make it fun, and enjoyable. It's a DAMN good medical drama. I don't know what else to say about it, other than it's really good. If you haven't heard of it, or have, and haven't seen it; I suggest a gander. And, start from Season 1, to do it justice.

The Big Bang Theory

Another good series. The chemistry between all the characters is great. Sheldon (the uber nerd) is awesome, along with Leonard; and the dynamic duo of Raj and Howard are good too. And of course I can't possibly forget to mention Penny.

I probably like the show so much because there are points where I can connect to many of the main characters, and really feel where they're coming from. Like, I can sit watch and go, "Good lord, I would do that too!" :) It's fun.

I'd like to believe it's like the newest series to be like Friends; if the story and ideas keep flowing, I'd like to hope that it lasts just as long, but it has a long way to go.

Friends

Awesome series, but it's too bad it had to end. I know all the actors had to move on and do other things, but I mean c'mon; that far along, Matthew Perry had TOTALLY been typecast as neurotic, Lisa Kudrow and Matt le Blanc as spacy and silly, Courtney Cox as the UBER clean freak, and Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer as - well, Rachel and Ross.

But then again, I guess they had done it all, and all their characters were moving on. So on second thought, it may've been good to end it where they did.

Now I still have to say I think that The Big Bang Theory will be like the next Friends, but Ashley thinks that'll be...

How I Met Your Mother

Also a good show. VERY fun and VERY funny. All actors play their rolls well, especially Neil Patrick Harris. It's somewhat ironic that he plays such an amazing womanizer.

The show is pushing to be around long, as it's all based on the main character Ted, telling his kids how he met their mother. I think it's cool. I mean it is kind of taking a while; 6 seasons, and all we've seen of their mother is her foot. But it is a good story, and you really feel for the poor guy. I'm sure it all ties together in the end, whenever the end may be. lol I hope it isn't for a while; after all, it IS called How I MET Your Mother as opposed to "How I Met Your Mother, and Our Relationship up to Now". :P

Sex and the City

Yes, I will admit to watching this show. I've seen every episode, and both movies. All of this is thanks to Miss Ashley. :) She LOVES the series, and owns all the stuff. She introduced me to it, and insisted I watch. I must admit, I was a little iffy to start.

It is good. The last movie wasn't comPLETEly up to par with the rest, but if they make another, I'm sure it'll be back up to what it should be.

Dexter

Another one Ashley introduced me to. This one took me a bit to really get into. I had to promised I'd watch 10 episodes of the first season before I gave up on it. Needless to say, I didn't give up on it. Season 1 took a bit, but ended well. Season 2, well... The ending kinda pushed my buttons. I've officially given up on Season 3. *shrug*

House

A neat series. Hugh Laurie plays his part well. Yeah, I know every episode's plot is similar.

A new issue come up that's unsolvable by anyone.

They start making headway.

Then it turns out they were wrong.

Things get worse.

They work REALLY hard to find out what's wrong.

Voila! Dr House finds what's what's wrong, and saves the day.

Not all episodes follow the format of course, but many do. And they find good little twists and turns, so every episode isn't IDENTICAL, and it keeps you on your toes. Also they do a good job with the little sub-plot stories, when you get to know the characters, just by the way they act and treat each other; and learning about them through dialog, and the small number of small scenes that have nothing to do with the episode.

Good show.

Prison Break

Season 1 was awesome. I liked how everything made sense, and it was all planned out before it happened, and he didn't memorize the plan. That was pretty cool.

I tried Season 2 because Season 1 was so good, and kept my fingers crossed. Unfortunately it was annoying. All the things that made Season 1 a big awesome thing, were not in Season 2.

Needless to say, I stopped watching.

The Office

Another one introduced to me by Ashley. I was REALLY tentative to start, and actually didn't like it on the first try. After a while I gave it a second shot, and actually liked it a lot.

Unfortunately, everything that I liked in the first few season has left, or is on the verge of leaving. :( The humour used to be very subtle, and dry; very under the surface, which meant you had to be paying attention to get it.

It's evolved now to a slapstick thing, which isn't very becoming of it. Some things you can't help but laugh, but because it didn't start as a slapstick mockumentary comedy, it just doesn't seem to work.

Band of Brothers

This is a cool series. It's based on the story of some soldiers in one of the World Wars. I haven't really watched every episode, I don't think; but I really liked what I saw. Hanks and Spielberg did an amazing job. That's why I thought it a goo idea to start...

The Pacific

I'm actually JUST watching this series now, on my own. Ashley and I got it for Di and dad for Christmas. She really really wanted it, and we were more than happy to oblige.

She's been done for a while now, and so I'm diving in. I'm a little more than half done, and I really like it. :)

It's about US marines who served in World War II, when they went over to fight Japan because of the bombing at Pear Harbour.

It can get a little graphic at times, but it adds to the reality of it, because it was also put together by Hanks and Spielberg, and based on the story of some of the marines in the first... regiment I guess it is? Anyway, the first.

Anyway, it's an HBO Miniseries, so they like to take liberties at the whole "graphic content" deal. And their shows are longer than regular channels, which is great.

Spartacus: Blood and Sand

Eh, this one was alright. The fighting was cool, but could've been better. I could tell what was actually possible, and what was pure shit in the fighting sequences. *shrug* The story was alright too. I mean, after watching, you know there's no way there could be a second season.

There was much unnecessary nudity, and sex. That was my major issue with it, even though before each show started they said, and I quote, "Spartacus depicts extreme sensuality, brutality, and language that some viewers may find objectionable. This show is a historical portrayal of ancient Roman society, and the intensity of the content is to suggest an authentic representation of that period."

The following language may be objectionable to some readers; therefore your discretion is advised. But don't worry it'll only take a sentence.

So all things being said, they had no issue with flashing some boob, vagina, penis, butt, and saying "fuck," "cunt," and any other bad word you could possibly think of. I'm not kidding.

One major issue was that it was ancient Rome, and everyone seemed to have an British accent.

lol

The Tudors

Not good. It's boring, it REALLY drags, and is just about the nudity.

I didn't make it through an episode.

24

Seasons 1 and 6 were the best, but you have to watch 2 through 5, to have 6 be good. Unfortunately, 7 and 8 weren't too good, and 3 was terrible until it got right close to the end.

Every season has it's twists and turns; some expected, and some just blow you RIGHT out of the water.

It really keeps the pace of each show moving; they have them moving against the clock, quite literally. Each episode is an hour TV time, and an hour in "real-time." That being said, yes, the commercials take time out of the show; and yes, the ticker pops up so you KNOW how much time's left. It has you on the edge of your seat at times.

Lie to Me

Awesome series, and newish. Started in the last few years, and did a good job I think.

It focused more on what I liked of The Mentalist, which was Patrick Jane (played by Simon Baker) and his ability to seemingly read minds. My favourite thing is when he (just to let everyone know, "No, I'm NOT psychic.") explains a little of what he saw, and how he knew what was going on.

In Lie to Me the main guy is like a human lie detector, and the main thing of the show is just that. It's really cool. You should check it out.

Things that I can't say on my own... - Part II

... through it with [you]. [You make] me happier than... anything I've ever known. And If I can have a part in making [you] happy again, that's all I want to do. That's all I want to do for the rest of my life." (Eric Dane [Grey's Anatomy S07E02]) Let me help you. "Help me, help you." (Tom Cruise [Jerry Maguire])

"I'm right here. I'm ok. We're ok." (Patrick Dempsey [Grey's Anatomy S07E02]) I hope we can get better, and be better. I don't want to be just "ok," but ok is good for now. We need somewhere to start. Agreed?

Sorry... I know you're not a fan of public stuff, but I want you to know I'm sorry for the way I acted, and I'll have the whole world know it too; if that'll aid in our healing process.

I love you, I hope you know that. And nothing will ever change that. No mater what's said between us, I will always love you. Even when we're old, and grey, and I have no hair; I'll love you.

Promise.

Things that I can't say on my own... - Part I

"You felt [upset, blamed, and disrespected]. You were angry at me, and after what you've been though; you're allowed. It's what you should be feeling, and I know; 'cause when I was there I felt all those things, and I... I took it out on you." (Kevin McKidd [Grey's Anatomy S07E02]) I've done it to you before too, and for that I'm sorry. But "you were patient, and you were kind, and you stayed though it, because you love me. ... You can be scared with me, you can be pissed with me - or at me; I don't care, 'cause I'm going to stay through it all. I'm not going anywhere [honey]. I'm not going anywhere without you." (Kevin McKidd [Grey's Anatomy S07E02])

I don't want "to wait around to be happy anymore." (Eric Dane [Grey's Anatomy S07E02]) I want to be happy with you, right now. I know we can't just jump right to happy. We need to start working at making it back to happy. We need to work at being happy, together.

"I know who [you are], and if [you're] going through [your] worst right now; I want to go ...

Where I'm Whirring Right Now

Did you know it's actually spelt "whirring"? I though it could be "wurring," or "whurring," or maybe "wherring." Dictionary.com says it's "whirring," so that's what I'll go with.

Got as few things buzzing around in my head right now. They didn't just start now, they've been there a while, but I figured I might as well get them down now, asI really haven't written in a while; for which I do apologize, once again.

Keep in mind, none have anything to do with any of the others, so I seem disconjointed; I am being disconjointed.

*shrug*


Tattoo

Yes, I am contemplating getting a tattoo. I'm thinking of getting it in ten months, which'd be sometime in July. I placed it there for a few reasons. One, I've had people say "Wait a year on it," and some have said, "Six months is a good wait time." Twelve plus six is eighteen, divided in two (to get the average) is nine, so ten should be just fine. I just finished designing it, and got it okayed (as in doable), so ten months would be ... July, and; two, it has much to do with TV I watch (alone, and with Miss Ashley), and that would be after all the seasons this fall/winter have concluded.

I plan to get it on the upper right side of my back (shoulderish), but I'm not doing the stereotypical "dude shoulder tattoo" thing. I want to be able to take part in the work force, as I will need to be employed outside of refereeing to survive, before I really start taking off there.

To do that, I needed to keep it in the torso area. And as I refuse to get a tattoo on my lower torso, I confined myself to the upper torso.


Here's the current picture that has been put most places I am usually (ie. Above my TV, over my bed, the stairs to my room, and my computer in my room. Also it's the wallpaper of my cell phone, laptop, and computer.)

In "real size" it's 4.5 inches tall, by about 4.3 inches wide.
Apparently that'll take about three and a half hours to do, and cost close to $500.

Now, there are a couple shows on there that are on the chopping block this season; Dexter and Grey's.
I didn't like them much last season, even though I do really like them.

Dexter, was sort of sketchy, and not as good as it's first two seasons, which was really disappointing to me. And Grey's had a good start and finish, but not so good in the middle. We'll see how they turn out this season.

The Mentalist was on there, but I didn't like last season at ALL, so it got cut. A tangent, and yet not...


School
I thought I was missing school. At first I couldn't put my finger on why, but after some though I think I got it. It's not the class; definetely not class or the work.
The social aspect. I'm not a really social guy, so I know that sounds weird, but it's true.
I miss being around a large group of the same people (who I vaguely know) on a regular basis. Meaning, "Going to the mall wouldn't cut it."

Both dad, and Miss Ashley have said, "Well go back." I put some thought into it; and I guess I could. But I will NOT go back and run up my student debt for shit I won't ever need.

So today I went browsing. I could only find two things I want, or might like to know as a part-time student. Digital Music Production (http://bit.ly/c8NMa5), and Graphic Design (http://bit.ly/dpFQCN). Each one has stuff I'd like to learn, and the good thing is that I can pick the courses I want to learn at my pace, which is awesome.
So, say if there's "How to Draw a Dude Picking His Nose" I can just not take it, 'cause fuck; that's completely and utterly useless.

I looked at Digital Music Production 'cause I like music. I've done the "sing into the computer" thing, and want to know how to make it better. There's a course on making your at home studio, and guiatr lessons for beginners. "No previous music experience required." Awesome, 'cause I'm instrumentally challenged, but would LOVE to learn to play guitar.

Graphic Design I looked at because I like playing with stuff like that. In my Photography course, that was on of my favourite things. And I deisgned my tattoo; so learning how to use all those programs better would be of good use, if I ever decided to do something that involves graphic design, or maybe want another tattoo; it'd work out to my advantage.

I mean there's nothing cooler than being able to go, "Yeah, I designed that," and I think as a tattoo, it'd be even cooler. But we'll see. I mightn't even want another tattoo.


Work
I am looking for a job. I want full-time emplyment, and I want to be at least a little happy with what I do for now. It certainly won't be a career, as I want refereeing to be my career, but like I said before, "I need something now in order to survive."

I am currently living with my parents, but I can't use their health insurance once I turn 21. I turn 21 beginning of February, so the clock's ticking.
It also doesn't help that I'm diabetic. That makes living - even without paying rent and utilities (in the future), food, etc. - VERY expensive. So I need full-time employment, decent pay, and benefits.

In Conclusion
...figured I'd put that so we'd all know I wasn't continuing on the last section.

THAT is what's running through my head right now.
Cheers.