The Dude

  • The 10.. Err.. 15 Albums That Most Shaped My Life

    I was recently nominated to name the “10 Albums That Most Shaped My Life.” As much as I would love to figure out a way to narrow it down to ten, I had already come up with a list of… Continue reading

    The 10.. Err.. 15 Albums That Most Shaped My Life
  • Newsletter Movie Reviews, Vol. 1

    Not too long ago I was asked to contribute to our work’s monthly/bi-monthly newsletter (they haven’t made up their minds on how often to publish it). I was sincerely flattered and then had a cold sweat because I was now… Continue reading

    Newsletter Movie Reviews, Vol. 1
  • Remembering Robin Williams

    After learning of the recent passing of comedian, actor and iconic legend Robin Williams, it’s hard to try and fit his entire career into just five roles. Just five movies. I’m sure that’s why I’ll most likely have an “honorable… Continue reading

    Remembering Robin Williams
  • Less Television, More Reading

    Well, it’s that time of year again. That time of year when people start to make resolutions or changes in their lives. Apparently I’m no different, except for the fact that this year my challenge isn’t going to involve either… Continue reading

    Less Television, More Reading
  • Things I've Learned This Year

    2013 was quite the challenging year. Household and auto emergencies sprung up right after Lisa and I graduated Financial Peace University (FPU). In fact, our water heater decided to stop doing its one and only job — providing hot water for… Continue reading

  • A Year of Selected Posts

    While I haven’t written much this year — which only means that my blog title is all the more appropriate — I have gathered up my favorite Facebook posts of 2013. I know I have an audience out there. I’ve… Continue reading

  • Why Breaking Bad is Better than Most Movies – Part 4

    –DISCLAIMER– Please Be Advised: While I will do my best not to reveal any spoilers within this series of posts, I cannot 100% guarantee that it will not happen. –READ AT YOUR OWN RISK– “You’re the smartest guy I ever… Continue reading

  • Why Breaking Bad is Better than Most Movies – Part 3

    –DISCLAIMER– Please Be Advised: While I will do my best not to reveal any spoilers within this series of posts, I cannot 100% guarantee that it will not happen. –READ AT YOUR OWN RISK– “As to your dead guy, occupational… Continue reading

  • Why Breaking Bad is Better than Most Movies – Part 2

    –DISCLAIMER– Please Be Advised: While I will do my best not to reveal any spoilers within this series of posts, I cannot 100% guarantee that it will not happen. –READ AT YOUR OWN RISK– “I have spent my whole life… Continue reading

  • Why Breaking Bad is Better than Most Movies – Part 1

    –DISCLAIMER– Please Be Advised: While I will do my best not to reveal any spoilers within this series of posts, I cannot 100% guarantee that it will not happen. –READ AT YOUR OWN RISK– “Chemistry is the study of matter,… Continue reading