tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51881507783396090162009-07-03T10:01:28.706-07:00theBlueTick.comramblings of a misinformed mindtheBlueTickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12869476752768094997noreply@blogger.comBlogger123125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-9431983002095874812009-06-13T08:27:00.001-07:002009-06-13T09:06:04.029-07:00Damn ComputersI'm going back to pen and paper to write for a while.Right when I'm in the middle of drafting something self-seemingly significant, the computer dies and stares at me blankly as I stare at it stunned.Whatever...writing is more gratifying when you can surround yourself with crumbles of bad ideas rather than green and red squiggled underlines.theBlueTickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12869476752768094997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-40256451238465439122009-05-14T20:09:00.000-07:002009-05-14T20:33:04.631-07:00Lessing LaughterI can't remember the last time I had a good honest laugh...can you?Everything humorous barely ekes out a chuckle. Most times, I feel like my laugh is largely forced and half faked to be socially appropriate. Where has my sense of humor gone? Has my funny bone been crippled by arthritis? I can make myself feel warm recalling memories. I can get myself smiling remembering lighter yesterdays. Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-59201786098980724352009-05-13T08:41:00.001-07:002009-05-13T09:09:48.266-07:00Long Time No Write...Wow. It's been a really long time since I've written anything. Hmmm...what to write about...Here's a little something personal:I've been through several hardships in life. Maybe it's because of my own trials that I have seen so many others with their own...My childhood neighbor grew up in the messiest home I've ever seen. Along with dog poo lying on the ground, their rooms had so much garbageJhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-61728737280362868102009-04-13T16:19:00.001-07:002009-04-13T16:27:06.786-07:00Electric Cars and Really Interesting StatsShai Agassi gives a TED talk about his company and some of the work they have been doing. The stats that he offers relating to electric cars is very interesting. I wrote an entry earlier this month about our economy and the need for alternative energy sources. The preceding lecture gives much more compelling evidence. The graph referencing depleting resources is extremely fascinating. From a theBlueTickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12869476752768094997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-30487770098913828192009-04-10T13:19:00.000-07:002009-04-10T13:39:36.909-07:00Do You Hate Your Neighbors?Do you hate your neighbors? Because I hate mine. lol.The walls at my place are so thin I can hear my neighbors farting if they ate enough Mexican. And unfortunately, the jerk that shares the wall with my bedroom has an affinity for listening to loud music. I don't mind loud music. I just hate bad loud music. If you're going to bump it, play the good shit.As I'm typing this, my neighbor is theBlueTickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12869476752768094997noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-855188168941965032009-04-08T19:28:00.001-07:002009-04-08T22:36:27.661-07:00It's Always the Quiet Ones + Random ThoughtsYou know what they say...it's always the quiet ones you've got to watch out for.I was just thinking about how most fall victim to the loud people. The people that are yapping away with their chests blown up toward the center of attention are the distractions. They're often the types that can talk all day and not say anything.Whatever...changing topics without a segue...It's funny how a really theBlueTickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12869476752768094997noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-50672744430830812452009-04-07T19:42:00.000-07:002009-06-16T03:22:25.387-07:00Funny Thing About the EconomyIf we don't move forward with producing alternative energy, we won't have an economy. FACT!I'm not talking about the stock market specifically. I'm talking about returns on equity. It's economics.Every real economic boom was lead by a revolution in technology. Steam engine? Assembly line? Batteries? What was our most recent revolution? Think carefully. It wasn't cellphones. It was the Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-60644719548987735082009-04-05T10:13:00.000-07:002009-04-06T00:07:49.951-07:00The End of America with Naomi WolfSomething worth watching more than X-Men: Crap-igins.And while we're on political topics...and...just because we need some eye candy...wow, she's almost the perfect woman. almost because i'd like a woman that's also faithful... http://www.nypost.com/seven/06262008/news/worldnews/news_babes_iraqi_tryst_117192.htmJhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-38085971664773712632009-04-03T13:57:00.000-07:002009-04-03T16:33:39.751-07:00I Saw the Leaked X-Men: OriginsThe Wolverine movie X-Men: Origins was leaked onto the internet earlier this week. I watched it. I regret it.The movie made me want to exercise more and eat healthy, so I can somehow recoup the 2 hours of precious life I lost. Like all the other children in their twenties, I was the most excited over the introduction of Gambit. And like most cognitive adults in their twenties, I was Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-15692207287462997762009-04-02T23:23:00.000-07:002009-04-02T23:28:08.305-07:00ExhaustedGeez, I'm tired. It's like I'm looking through a constant haze, as if my eyes were covered with plastic food wrap. I can't wait to get my car back tomorrow. Finally, I can make the much needed trips to the Kwik-E-Mart for cans of crack. Making progress is easier when I don't sleep.Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-65525122079118301662009-03-31T19:18:00.000-07:002009-03-31T19:30:57.366-07:00Looking for Collaborators!Anyone want to collaborate on a project with me? I'm building a website and it'd be fun to cooperate with some talented people. Writers, developers, artists, etc. All people with the will to create something unique will be much appreciated. It's not a paying gig yet... Since I'm fronting all of the costs, there really isn't much to lose. The plan thus far is to start simple. Apple, Inc. andJhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-78361135570482771932009-03-30T18:41:00.000-07:002009-03-30T20:21:42.223-07:00Perfect MorningsHe wakes a little earlier to steal a moment of her resting beautifully. Leaning slightly forward, he gazes with admiration. Her mascara is smeared between her eyes. With a drooping mouth, she gives a snort and shifts away from her spot of drool. He chuckles at how she still insists on sleeping with her make-up on. As she starts to wake up, he closes his eyes and pretends to be asleep to Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-36838142758482334442009-03-30T18:07:00.000-07:002009-03-30T18:31:13.511-07:00...tiredI'm suffering through a pervasive state of tiredness, and it's only going to get worse with time. Strange how I'm looking forward to it...Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-67113261116818038962009-03-29T19:41:00.000-07:002009-03-29T21:46:24.935-07:00Some ReflectionsI just don't understand the decisions some people make...At what point in our lives do we learn:"What you say about other people speaks more about yourself."Why do some people give up before even trying?When will some people grow up and learn to stop pointing their finger?Why is it so difficult for us to see the content of people's character? It's so simple. All you have to do is ask around forJhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-79689437977919252162009-03-24T15:15:00.000-07:002009-03-24T15:25:14.996-07:00Kollaboration 2009Synopsis by John Kim OMG, were you there? February 21st marked a historical moment in Asian American entertainment as 6,300 people from all over the United States filled the famous Shrine Auditorium to capacity. The previous host to the Academy Awards, several Grammy Awards, Emmy Awards, and many more saw for the first time a unique collection of professional, rising, and Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-6600563035801295392009-03-24T14:14:00.000-07:002009-03-24T14:26:23.141-07:00Korea vs Japan - World Baseball ClassicI lost my voice as Korea lost the championship in last night's World Baseball Classic. It was an awesome game that stretched into a 10th inning. The scoring was so close that I hugged the strangers around me as Korea forced an extra inning and reinvigorated an opportunity to earn the top title that was stolen from them the previous competition.A tip regarding stadium etiquette:Don't tell the Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-36020186512649299892009-03-17T15:19:00.000-07:002009-03-17T15:50:25.037-07:00Job Opportunity: Only Qualified Sign Twirlers Need Apply!!!I found this...http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/csr/1079467628.htmlLooking for a fun opportunity to work part-time and outdoors? Have great energy and enthusiasm? StorQuest Self Storage is seeking a qualified candidate to work as company Sign Twirler for our StorQuest Self Storage facility located in Sunland. We offer competitive hourly rates with a lot of growth opportunity within the Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-78560635515458823342009-03-16T14:47:00.000-07:002009-03-16T15:38:35.604-07:00Sides of OppositesGirl's Life:The eyes of men tend to glance at her breasts. Girl's response, "umm...my eyes are up here."Guy's Life:The eyes of women tend to glance at his shoes. Guy's response, "umm...my wallet is up here."Girl's Life:The dinner bill comes. She looks at how much he tips and judges if he's cheap.Guy's Life:The dinner bill comes. OMFG...I can't believe she ordered the lobster and didn't even Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-46247688701210741402009-03-16T10:16:00.000-07:002009-03-16T10:25:10.561-07:00FYLProbably one of the greatest sites to rise up on the recent net is fmylife.com. Some people have some hilarious misfortunes shared on that site. It's not about laughing at other people's misery. It's about taking light of your own ill-gotten moments.Although there are times when I am saddened by the many absences in my life, I admit that my life is great...for the most part. I love my days. Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-25500878378190484852009-03-10T19:13:00.001-07:002009-03-10T19:15:50.430-07:00Kollaboration 9: The RecapI was asked to write a recap of the show, so here's my starkly different draft of the past Kollaboration 9. hahaha...Socrates did say that one should be able to argue both sides...haha.OMG, were you there? February 21st marked a historical moment in Asian American entertainment as 6,300 people from all over the United States filled the famous Shrine Auditorium to capacity. The previous host toJhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-12035199492668917302009-03-10T16:33:00.000-07:002009-03-10T16:39:32.264-07:00Coming Soon...I've been looking at various web hosting services, and I might be revving up for a new web presence. It'll be way more sophisticated than this blog and far more professional than the personal journal format I've been authoring here. But alas, where do I find the time and energy for such an ambition undertaking? Oh yea...that's right...my romantic life is in shambles. I guess time ain't really Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-73483770822343231262009-03-04T09:55:00.000-08:002009-03-04T10:13:04.424-08:00The Real Face of the EconomyI'm far from being an expert, but all common sense points to being in a depression. Today, we speak of the economy as suffering through a severe recession. Tomorrow, we'll be discussing why the economy was drudging through a mild depression.The points:The national unemployment number is still in the single digit figures, but there's blatant symptoms that the trend is to continue higher. Just takeJhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-57856621346967207562009-02-28T17:32:00.000-08:002009-02-28T18:23:20.293-08:00Down with Daly Now!!!Are we there yet??? I'm ecstatic for the arrival of Conan O'Brien. I can't wait for the chance to see a seven foot giant red-headed Irishman perform monologues, skits, and interviews. Now, concerning my arch nemesis...I've got a deep seeded disgust for Carson Daly. How the hell does this man still have his own show? How is it possible that a man with absolutely no personality can make such a Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-4959063512313774972009-02-28T16:49:00.000-08:002009-02-28T16:54:27.090-08:00Saturday Afternoon UpdateOk...turns out that I didn't stay home for long last night.I met up with friends for a late night drinking and singing session in K-Town. After stumbling out of the NRB, I hopped in the passenger seat of my own car to be driven home by a more sober friend. He backed my car into a dumpster. My Honda Maserati has seen better days...just another interesting night for the memory books. =)Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5188150778339609016.post-16500395525378702632009-02-27T23:27:00.000-08:002009-02-27T23:37:17.484-08:00Home on a Friday Night and Not Getting YoungerI started off tired and feeling reclusive, so I stayed home this Friday night. What the hell was I thinking? Severe economic recession or not, I ain't getting any younger....Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05911788526326899235noreply@blogger.com0