WOW... Icebergs

WOW ICEBERG photos that will take your breath away.

Dave Walsh's amazing portfolio... 'nough said.

We Can Remember It For You Wholesale

Today, I read the original inspiration for the 90's sci-fi flick Total Recall with Schwarzenegger and loved it equally as much as the movie.

The movie expands greatly upon the very short story written by Philip K. Dick, and does justice to the loose ends he left. In the short story he never actually returns to mars to seek out the truth of his secret mission; he instead turns himself in to discover the truth of his past and to avoid any further damage or confusion in his life. The ending to the short story is very cool though, but would have been impossible to include in the plot of the movie.

Read it.

Philip K. Dick... Books, Comics, Movies

Revolutionary science fiction writer Philip K. Dick's last epic novel Do Androids Dream Electric Sheep? is revisited by BOOM! Studios in the new trans-titled comic book series. Here's an article. Here's a link concerning the original series.

Recently read some Dick, so I was happy to stumble upon this. I was also checking out some of his first editions on ebay, which are ridiculously priced... I think. Anyways, the short story The Minority Report was the first story I read of his. Familiar with the Spielberg production of the story I was quite pleased to find the original story much more complex; fully exploiting the possibilities in plot twists presented by three ever correcting psychics on one man's fate. WHOAAA... Anyways it was a great read. Two thumbs.

Any who, here are some random Philip K. Dick links to short stories, info, etc.

Link to 1st ed's on Ebay

Link to his Wiki

Link just in case someone tries to rip you off...

Link to an entire website dedicated to Blade Runner

Original Moon Landing Tape ERASED!?!?!

NASA admits to accidentally recording over the original moon landing tapes with re-runs of the 2nd season of Home Improvement. In response they've released a digitally enhanced version of the event in which man FIRST STEP ON ANOTHER CELESTIAL BODY, EVER!!!; and it will be narrated by Tim Allen (the "Tool Man" Taylor).

Here's a Link to the new video.

A Link to the NASA page dedicated to Apollo 11.

A link to the NASA official article.

A link to some sweet shots on the moon.

A link to the audio from the Apollo 11 mission itself, which was previously unreleased.

And a link to HD quality highlights of the lunar landing.

Harry Potter, forgiven

The new Harry Potter movie is Catholic-approved by the Vatican due to it's clear of separation of good and evil.

Here's the Link.

Austin based photographer Brian Roschetzky's Portfolio

Link to his Portfolio

Experimental-Aircraft-Bonanza!!!

A blog that keeps up with experimental aircraft, and general advances in aircraft tech around the world. Take a gander at the this link.

Here's another link to the EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association)

Ancient wisdom, meet modern science...

In India, a group of 91 Tibetan Monks and Nuns took a month's time out of their life long dedication to metaphysics to study basic principles of modern science. Hope you enjoy, here's the Link.

More Species for Noah

A trip to Antarctica leads scientists to several new species. Take a look Link

Floating among these city lights...

Sears Tower in Chicago, IL is soon to open glass balconies.

Here's a Link to the article.

Small Bits of Big Thoughts

From 2005-2009

A spotlight upon uncertainty, and a mystic vibration.
This wave is leading me into a mood I've never known.

To ignore is to give in,
and to proceed is a promise to never look back again.
There's nowhere to turn in this hallway,
in this body.

Just keep from crying, but don't hold it in;
Abandon it all together, or fear will never end.

A body draped in light, and it's message twists you.
I've become a planet, an entire galaxy even,
but there's nothing I can do.

Layers and layers of reality intertwine
through light, sound, and an actual symphony composed of flesh;
A celebration through meditation that we are the universe.
__________________

We were laughing about everything, because we could.
Positive vibrations, and memorable resonance weaved through each vessel,
shaping the universe one joke at a time.

We held onto nothing, and God couldn't stop laughing.
To see human existence begin and end in a blink...
It didn't matter...
(laughter)
__________________

David built a raft, and surrounded himself with sound.
Going nowhere while being everywhere,
he is one of multi-billion paradoxes.
__________________

This fountain of blood, this system of me,
It's all I need.
Awe struck by this biological machine,
I hold my breath as a gesture;
a pause even from living to admire I'm alive.

Capable of anything, but specifically love.
To devote my attention
and consciously use the time I have with direction.

I am in love and always will be with more than just another,
but one whose eyes are as wide open as those staring back.

She's blessed me with visions, hints that there is more;
to humans, to reality, to living, to everything.

I'll never see how I once did,
because there isn't a "once did", only a now.

Outside of time, I've left my mind to linger among Gods.
Among monks and mystics, colors and portals
my body must go.

I'll return again.
I will never end.
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You've gathered us, here.
We've sat around together
while you tower above forever.
I clench hands with my brothers.

Just as you dreamt of us before our arrival,
we dream of you post-departure.

From here on you are the light;
honest; boundless; fearless.
From here on we'll continue,
everything you've begun.
___________________

I see infinity through these affinities.
___________________

Way of the Peaceful Warrior

Hello world, I've recently picked a book by Dan Millman entitled Way of the Peaceful Warrior. It's been a very strange experience reading this book; the situation of the protagonist, who also happens to be the author of this semi-fictitious autobiographical novel, resonates with this point in my life to the point where I'm convinced I wasn't suppose to read it until now. I actually remember seeing this book several times in the past at book stores, even vocalizing the title to myself, but not until have I peered into it.

The book is about Dan in his junior year in college. He becomes depressed, lost, and unfulfilled with the life he has led, and is baffled at why. One night he wanders the streets of San Fransisco and comes across a man at a gas station,(Although this is where it ceases to parallel my life, it's also where it gets interesting). The man becomes his mentor, teaching him to become more than just an athlete, or a great student, even more than a man. He begins picking his mind in a Zen fashion, and leading him to a life in which unconditional happiness and intrinsic awareness are all that are sought.

I haven't finished just yet, but I'm already so eager to read it again.

I'd recommend this book not just to anyone, but everyone.

Red Bull Cola = COCAINE!!!!!!!! AHHHH!!!!!!

"Natural" huh?? German Health Officials found traces of cocaine, .13 micrograms/can, recently and banned the beverage in 6 states. No wonder this thing tastes so good, I mean..... uhh....

Manchester LOST!!!!!

LINK

"Mom, what's dying?"

I watched a show last night on the latest research of death. It described death as a process rather than a precise moment. Throughout the program it moved through several cases in which new methods were applied to patients in various conditions which would "blur the lines between life and death", as the narrator put it.

One case dealt with a man who lived through a heart attack, but wasn't instantly recovered. Like many survivors he awoke in a coma, and was threatened with brain damage if he survived. So, a doctor took a different approach to reviving him, and intentionally induced hypothermia. Evidently once brain cells have been deprived of oxygen for too long, an instant burst of oxygen is the last thing they need. So, the doc figured if he slowed his metabolism and lowered the levels of oxygen necessary to live he could slowly revive the patient by slowly exposing him to more and more oxygen. The guy woke up a couple of weeks later wondering how he got where he was, and was perfectly fine. Check it out link

It's Rainin' Blue

It's rainin' blue on this summer day
I've found I don't have much to say.
Not that I must or feel the need to,
Just starin' out while it's rainin' blue.
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I actually wrote this in Belize in the summer of 2005, but it was a little shorter (if you can imagine). It was one sentence before, but i thought a couple extra lines wouldn't hurt. It was raining here, and it came to mind, so I thought to etch it into the endless walls of the internet-mind would be worth while.

Just typing...

I feel a change a'comin over me
Somethin' rude approachin' unapologetically.
It bends my bones, and redefines
The man behind the achin' eyes.

Internal dialouge gnawed relentlessly at the feet of my time,
But has made it's way unto another moving grave.
A youthful host of flesh, blood, and mistake;
One that catches only the cynical in it's wake.

Faith in the future, and faith in my body
To hold me patiently and carry me aimlessly
In the womb of futurity with spiritual fertility.
________________________

This is some form of a cowboy-esque philosophy that somehow resonates with eastern concepts as well. Acceptance and trust in experiential wisdom; using your own judgement and instict as your guide, not the expectations or standards set by others. This is what I'm coming to, and what will one day embody, hopefully. Someone who is confident and faithful enough to trust himself at all times, otherwise you're treading water in a pool you've made; creating your own undertow.

p.s. thats not my drawing, I found it here. link

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basking in this ancient light
witnessing with infant eyes
the prime of a planet
the fate of some cancered sun

as we blot out the moon
we gash open the past
roaming on cosmic lanterns beings stare at another,
at a space and time unknown

to know this is to know yourself as an intelligent being
to see this is to see the universe as god
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Why does the word "god" spur preconceived imagery? Automatically there is an assumption on what is being referenced. God is indefintely undefined in my mind, everchanging with my mood, needs, and imagination; an idea or concept so heavy, like god, should be personal on every level at all times. This understanding and acceptance of eachother's relationship with whatever god is, to us, should be the focus of praise and silence.

Youtube...Music

Late Night Thoughts

- Do you ever wonder what a year sounds like?

- Omnitonal; All possible notes simultaneously, audible and inaudible.

- When you're truly listening, to a narrative, music, or anything, you see outside yourself. In this state of mind, nothing else matters.

- The million mile stare is about listening, not staring.

feel sick....

HA! They said we were crazy... are we???

Article linking mental illness to creativity... just give it a read; here's the LINK

Amateur Space Photographers

A group of 4 Spanish students explored the stratosphere via consumer grade camera and weather balloon. Pretty amazing story, and shots. LINK Their entire project is catalogued through Flickr as well. FLICKR LINK

99 Things to See on the Internet

Here's another link if you didn't catch the one in the title. LINK!!!! I found this on a website a friend introduced me to called Stumble Upon , so check it out.

George Lucas in Love

This is a hilarious assumption on Lucas' inspiration of the Star Wars script... enjoy

Craig Robinson Screen Saver

Craig Robinson Screensaver from Craig Robinson

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!! This is the best thing posted on funny or die ever. If you've never been to funnyordie.com , go. this is the link to download the screensaver. http://www.funnyordie.com/promos/screensavers

Gunslinger; Roland

So... I finally started reading Stephen King's series The Dark Tower, and have to say his abilities of comfortably expanding ONE moment across a whole page via descrpitive imagery tops even Lovecraft in this novel. Book One, The Gunslinger, has been the funnest and fastest read I've ever experienced; I'm nearly done with this book, and have had it since saturday. I usually take a couple months on a novel due to school and other responsibilities/burdens of mine, but this has rearranged my priorities in a great and fresh way. I can't wait to finish so I can get to The Drawing of the Three

Delta Spirit

Ode to Sunshine is a great combo of soul, rock, blues and reminescent of the roots of American rock n roll. #3 People C'mon couldn't be better, it's mellow yet driving, which in a sense is a good meltdown of this album. Pick it up if you like black keys/shins/flaming lips...

Slumdog Millionaire

Slumdog Millionaire was amazing... GO SEE IT! They hype is legit. Also watch some Weinerville clips on youtube, this can't be soemthing you'll regret.

Playlist...

Tycho--Past is Prologue
Autolux--Future Perfect
Tiger Army--II: Power of Moonlite
Thrice--Live at the House of Blues+DVD
Jose Feliciano--Greatest Hits Album (Mel's)
Radiohead--The Bends
Radiohead--Hail to the Thief
Primus--Sailing the Seas of Cheese
Beach Boys--20 Good Vibrations: The Greatest Hits
Portishead--Third
NIN--Ghosts I-V
NIN--The Downward Spiral
The Flaming Lips--Yoshime Battles the Pink Robots

...suggestions???

Reluctantly, I've veered away from classical music during the christmas break; an attempt to remind myself of my-self a few years ago.

H.P. Lovecraft

I'm currently reading At the Mountains of Madness and am flabbergasted by Lovecraft's writing abilities. Although he's a very important figure in sci-fi lit and one the most famous writers of the twentieth century, this is the first book I've read of his. It's a fairly short book and I'm about a thrid of the way through it. It's the story of an expedition to Antarctica by a group of scientists, biologists, geologists, grad students, and grunts that are intending to dig through the ice and rock for ancient soil samples. While there, among the curiously perfect weather conditions, a large portion of the team stumbles upon some strange artifacts and biological specimens. Anyways, I won't go any further, partly because I'M only a little further. Rumor has it that Del Torro (Hell Boy 2, Pan's Labrynth) will be directing his take on the horror classic sometime in the near future; I guess after the release of The Hobbit ? Here's some reviews of his script. One and Two.