Tuesday, August 12, 2008
It’s probably been at least a 67 years since I last posted a link fest, so here you go, Tuesday. Here’s a link feast…
First off, I want to take another quick opportunity to thank everyone who has been supporting the Paws For A Cause campaign. So far Matt and I have raised a staggering $4,709.50, as well as a ton of encouraging support that’s just as rich. There’s just over a month to go, so if you’d like to help out BC’s animals, click over to our donation page.
Last night I had what I would call the absolute privilege of completing HBO’s “Band of Brothers” on DVD. Witnessing a glimpse of the struggle, horror and, at the same time, unbreakable bond has given me a vast and renewed appreciation for veterans who fought not for victory, but for freedom. To find out more about this fantastic 10-part mini series, click over to HBO’s official site.
Holy crap I’ve been watching a lot of rad-alicious movies lately, and not just “Band of Brothers” or “Pineapple Express.” This weekend, my eyes also caught sight of “Apocalyse Now: Redux” (the 2001 director’s cut, which clocks in at 202 minutes - yikes), “Blade Runner” and “In the Name of the Father.” All of these have been spectacular viewing, but I particularly recommend the latter starring Daniel Day-Lewis. When only one injustice is so grand, it truly makes you ponder how many countless prejudices occur around the world on a daily basis. And further, it causes one to question the so-called “War on Terror” as a whole. The trailer is here.
Did you miss the wine festival at Mt. Washington? Never fear, for September 5-7 are the dates to save for their Alpine Food Festival, sponsored by Beyond the Kitchen Door.
There’s still time to catch a Vancouver Canadians baseball game at the legendary Nat Bailey Stadium. The summer season ends on August 31, 2008, so here’s hoping my favourite girl will join me for hot dogs and some “hey batta batta swing!” before the season is done.
You know how your mother always told you not to poke your nose where it doesn’t belong? It seems as though the same can be said in other regards as well. Click here to find out why.
P.S. I love my MacBook Pro
Band of Brothers is one my winter agenda. Trev loved it too.
You + Me + Footlong
Rebecca, your comment sounds like a porn title.
I think that’s essentially what she was going for with the comment
I want in on the footlong action too!
OH! I’ve always wanted to see Blade Runner… That’s Harrison Ford n’est pas? I’m loving his older movies right now. I just watched Frantic for the first time and was on the edge of my seat.
I will have to pick up a Bladerunner DVD…
Band of Brothers is so good.
I preferred Apocalypse Now over Redux. I didn’t think the additional scenes added anything to the movie but time.
Can’t go wrong with Blade Runner.