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This page contains
that which I love and hate most. After number three everything is
on equal ground pretty much. So technically these lists don't have
ten items on them, but just give me chance.
Websites
#1 This
American Life
Often referred to as "My favorite radio show". Funny,
intelligent and all fantastic. You can listen to the show on most
NPR stations. If you're like me I'm at work when it comes on so I
go to the website and listen to the show. The following is a list
of recommendations.
-Who's Canadian?
-How to Win Friends and Influence People
-Superpowers
-Urban Nature
-Simulated Worlds
-Kid Logic
-Them
-Plan B
-Telephone
-Conventions
-To the People of the Future
Go there NOW! You won't regret it. http://www.thislife.org/
#2 The British
Broadcasting Company (BBC)
The best source of News on the planet. If you want to know what
other people think about Americans, listen to their stuff. If you
want to know what happens on planet Earth that has nothing to do with
America, take a look.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/
#3
Dictionary.com
When I'm writing it is essential to have a dictionary and
thesaurus nearby. But when I'm away from home this is the place to
go. It's faster too. You can flip back and forth between
dictionary and thesaurus and they'll even send you a word a day to
improve your vocabulary.
http://www.dictionary.com
#4 Internet
Movie Database
If there was anything you ever wanted to know about a the movies
this is the place to go. My favorite feature is when you look up a
specific movie, then click on "Memorable quotes" on the left
and it gives you quotes from that particular movie.
http://www.imdb.com/
#5 Screen It
This site gives you a straight reporting of the contents of a
movie. It tells you the kind of language, intensity of violence
and so on. It's really meant for parents to monitor what they have
their kids see, but I like it because I don't like intense gross things.
So it allows me to know ahead of time if I want to spend the eight
dollars or not.
http://www.screenit.com/search_movies.html
#6 Coming
Attractions by Corona
If
you like to be in the know about movies this is the place to go.
They get their information from inside sources that they try to verify.
http://www.corona.bc.ca/films/
#7 The
Force.net
For Star Wars fans
this site is the best. I like the humor section and the fan
fiction films available on the site.
http://www.theforce.net/
#8
Transformers: Mirror Verse
I ran into this site by accident. But if you are a fan of
Generation 1 this is an entertaining site. A sort of "What
if..." of Transformers. My favorite part is the take on
Bumblebee and Spike.
http://mirrorverse.transfactions.net
#9
The Redshaw Family Website
This one keeps me connected with some of my favorite people. =)
http://www.redshawfamily.com
#10 Lost Machine
This website is hosted by a friend of mine who has been pictured on this
very website. Kudos to Andy.
http://www.lostmachine.com
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Media
Icons
1)
Indiana Jones
2) Optimus Prime (Transformers)
3) The Tick (as himself)
4) Jubilee
(X-men)
5) Corban Dallas
(Fifth Element)
6) Neo
(Matrix)
7) Maximus
(Gladiator)
8)
Ethan Powell (Instinct)
9)
10)
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Movies
1)
Hook
2) Mulan
3) Gladiator
4) Empire Strikes Back
5) Instinct
6) Knights Tale
7) Fifth Element
8) Black
Stallion Returns
9)
Ferris Beuller
10)
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Nature
1)
Stars.
The Orion
constellation is my personal favorite. Stars remind me of the
greatness of God. The infinite sky instills a sense of wonder I
love so much.
2) Dreams
I dream a lot. I love dreaming. The sensational
stuff that is possible in dreams is awesome. Flying, swimming,
motorcycles. When I don't dream I really miss it.
3) Fireflies
The first time I saw fireflies I was on my balcony looking
over the back yard of my apartment. Tiny pinpoints of light
everywhere. Wonder.
4) Snowflakes
It blows my mind that no snowflake is ever the same.
There different kinds of snowflakes depending on the moisture
content. The power that they have any to transform a forest.
If they have melted and frozen again a little bit they sparkle
like diamonds in the sun.
5) Sunsets
Again no two sunsets are alike. But clod formations
and the intense range of color are awe inspiring.
6) Stingrays
They always have a smile. They swim in the, something
I look forward to. They are graceful and elegant.
7) Penguins
They are good dressers, they waddle and are just plain
cute. Birds who defy their phylum.
8) Plate Tectonics
Shift happens. The solid rock beneath your feet, has
this nasty habit of moving around while you work and play. FREAKY!
9) Weather
Clouds, rain, wind, hurricanes, ice ages and so on.
Life on Earth is dangerous and unpredictable.
10) The Human Body
Talk to an occupational therapist and you will be amazed at
what is really involved when getting in and out of your bath tub.
Two words for you--endocrine system. That's just the beginning.
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Things
Most Loathed
1)
Fads
If everybody “loves it” or “is doing it” I am instantly repelled
no matter how good something may actually be.
I saw Gladiator and Matrix before “you had to see it”,
otherwise I would have stubbornly written them both off.
2)
Labels
Humans have this uncontrollable compulsion to label absolutely
everything in their world. Labeling
is an attempt to control the world we live in.
If it has a name it can be dealt with.
No mater how hard we try we will never achieve the control that
makes us feel safe so get over it.
Letting go of it is a greater control, for the things no longer
hold our time and attention.
3)
Titanic the Movie
I hate this movie more
then any other. Who cares about all those people who actually died
in this disaster, what about Rose and Jack. UGH! If I was
God, this movie would have never existed.
4)
American History/Egyptology
I wouldn't hate the subjects so much if the same information had not
been beaten into my head from Kindergarten to 12th grade. Whatever
happened in China or Russia or the Middle East. Forget Western
civilization. I think it's rather snobby of us to never even study
other civilizations. Which leads me to another complaint...
5)
The American Education System
Did I ever hear a thing about the Barbarian invasions, the Norman
Conquest or even World War !? NO!!!
6)
Political Correctness
A tool used for blame shifting and avoiding responsibility.
It’s crap.
7)
Government
I think government has
it's place. Maybe when you get into politics you do it for the
people. To make things right, ya know. But there comes a
point when you have to fight to keep your position or to move up and
then it's a war you wage to keep your reputation and career in tact.
I'm an advocate of smaller communities. Human corruption exists in
every society and at every level, but when on a smaller scale it's
easier to deal with.
8)
Brussel Sprouts
I like vegetables, but this one is just plain disgusting.
9)
Neo-Patriotism
If you were an all American hero before 9/11 great. But if not I
find it hypocritical to display 15 flags on your property when before
you thought it was a lot drivel to do such a thing.
10)
Echo Songs
If you are familiar at all with church worship music you may be familiar
with those songs where the men sing one line and then the women sing
after them either as an echo of continuing theme thing. Whatever.
I can't stand those songs, I always sing with the guys.
Top
Food
1)
Hummus (Thank you Amy BW)
2) Cantaloupe
3) Pizza
4) Filet Mignon
5) Teriyaki anything (w/o the pineapple)
6) Spaghetti
7) Garlic bread
8) Cereal
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