Bangarang

MAN does this video bring back some great memories! I’ve watched it at least once a day for the last week and a half! One of my friends posted a similar video the other day, and so I followed some of the YouTube links until I came across this “Hook” inspired envisioning. This movie acted as one of the many fixations that encouraged me to be imaginative and creative throughout my childhood. My younger brother and I love to reminisce about the forms of entertainment that influenced us not only in our youth, but still hold comedic and advisable significance for us to this day. We especially love when we have forgotten or misplaced some idea or activity, and as if by the grace of God, it’s suddenly recalled in detailed comprehension. Always as if it never left and never will.

The Mighty Ducks

Last Friday was absolutely amazing! Firstly, I don’t want this blog to be thought of as hockey motivated or inspired, since I now have two posts based upon the subject. However, the experience at the 2010 Entry Draft in Los Angeles this past weekend was amazing. It was at least for myself anyway. I ended up taking one of my closest friends and his girlfriend for the first round on Friday, and then I dragged my little brother to the rest of the remaining rounds the next day.

The Anaheim Ducks, my favorite NHL team, may have been the most fortunate organization during this year’s meeting. They were able to acquire two prospects that were thought to be unfathomable to obtain in the position they were at during the beginning of the evening. Nevertheless, by the grace of the hockey gods, ― of course that last reference being just a saying ― these young gentlemen were pasted over by team after team, right until they landed to within Anaheim’s grasp. And much like myself, the Ducks were happy to add Emerson Etem, (pictured left), and Cam Fowler, (pictured right), by the end of the draft.

Also of note, I had the chance to briefly meet another prospect just outside of the Staples Center. He was born and based in Finland, so it was really nice to finally see a European prospect up close.

The Mad Hatter

This Friday is set to be a very exciting day for myself. I am a very enthusiastic hockey fan, and this Friday, the NHL Entry Draft is being held at the Staples Center. It will mark the first time the Draft has come to California, and I am thrilled to have the chance to see future stars and role players of the sport. It’s no secret that ice hockey isn’t for everyone, so I’ve learned to temper myself around others when the topic may be brought up. But I feel so elated about the occasion to even further my madness. Ever since I was nine or ten, my subtle interest in the sport of hockey has slowly matured into the grotesque and ever present monster that it is now. I suppose its like being a crack addict. I have shoot-up statistics into my brain no less than every two to three hours. I get itchy and scratchy whenever I see ice, any type of skates, or individuals with missing teeth or three-inch beards. However, after entering S.P.A, (Sportaholics Anonymous), it seems that the worst is behind me. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a 6:00 date with ESPN.com

Simba: Dub Edition

Happy Birthday new weblog!! I suppose I should grab you by the torso and uphold you to the heavens, just as the red dawn arises over the African plains... Or I could save that for a later date. I think this blog will actually be quite helpful for me during the semester. This last Monday I recently moved into my grandparents old house, (where both my cousin and younger brother reside as well), in order to make the commute to Fullerton CC a lot easier and closer. Its been a new experience for myself, seeing as I primarily live with my parents, however the adjustment period has gone quite well. With a lot more free time on my hands, its easy to get sidetracked and lose focus on why I am here. But I think I’ve done a pretty good job of keeping my concentration, and I am not only enjoying my class, but I’m getting a chance to enjoy Fullerton and its surrounding area as well. Now all I need is a good name for my blog. I’m thinking Simba. Its innovative, subtle, and I don’t think I’ve ever heard such a name before.