Is He Really A Fugitive?

This guest post from Lewis Beck

First he was Hon Solo. And that was one heck of a role. I mean, come on, let's face it, Hon Solo is one of the coolest characters ever created. Everyone loves a good guy with a rebellious streak. And Harrison Ford fit that role so well. But I don't want to get off track here. Harrison Ford wasn't only great as Hon Solo; he was also incredible as a falsely accused man in The Fugitive.

From what I understand, The Fugitive used to be a great television show. Well, the old-timers can say whatever they want, but there is no possible way that the television show compared to this movie. First of all, they didn't have the technology. Secondly, this was a movie with an all-star cast. Not only was Harrison Ford in it, but so was Tommy Lee Jones. Facing these two off against one another was a brilliant move. They both sold their roles to a tee.

Are you familiar with the one-armed man? If not, you have to check out The Fugitive. This movie is action-packed. I know it's not considered a new movie anymore, but it's still better than almost every action movie released today. I just watched it for about the tenth time last week on BestChoiceTV. And you know what? If it's on next week, I'll watch it again. It's one of those movies where you can pick up something new every time you watch it.

weight loss

I'm tired of reading about wannabe weight loss solutions, like http://www.naturalfatburner.org. Call me a skeptic, I guess. I just don't see how anyone can have long term sustained weight loss without big changes in their diet and exercise- lots of exercise! But that's just me I guess...

sailing

It's only been a few months since our time on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship, but we're already starting to think about taking another cruise- probably Alaska this time. Their people are so kind, and it's a great way to figure out a vacation. Plus I just love sailing. It's a bit geeky, I know, but it sure is fun!

lofts

I just discovered that the loft beds I adore are a type of atlantic furniture. How cool! I would love to get one, even though I don't *really* have a reason for it. I mean, it would be a neat way to fit more stuff in my room, and I guess I always could use that. Plus I love the concept of sleeping up high- loft beds, the top bunk of a bunk bed, that kind of thing. Kinda silly but I love it!

Family Tradition

The article written by Frances Blevins

Every Thanksgiving, my family and I will go to my parent's ranch. My brothers and sisters bring their families too. We all bring side dishes and pies, knowing that the main meal will be deliciously provided by our mum. After a nice meal, we all gather in front of the fire to discuss how big of a tree we need this year. You see, my folks live on a farm where there are tens of acres of trees. We all decide how big or little our trees will be, then we get bundled up to go chop them down. Dad always makes sure to set the security alarm (ADT Security deals) before we leave. Aside from Christmas tree traditions, he has always taught us about being safe as well. While it may take most people just a bit of time to pick and cut their tree, it usually takes us hours. That's why Mum always loads up a large thermos of coffee and another thermos of hot chocolate. Sometimes we'll even have a bonfire after the trees have been selected. There's just nothing like the crisp air around the heat of a large fire. The one thing that makes it so wonderful is that I am surrounded by the ones who mean the most in the world to me. I wouldn't trade this Christmas tradition for anything in the world.

vaccines

When I was a kid, I was given the full vaccination schedule. Measles, mumps, rubella, diptheria, tetanus, the whole nine yards. I actually have many vivid memories of my mother taking me to the health department, where she got the vaccines for free. All the nurses there were very nice, though I was always afraid because of the needles and such.

My most vivid memory is of my oral polio vaccine. I had a very sensitive gag reflex, which was a bad combination. After the nice nurse in the burnt orange scrubs shoved the oral vaccine down my throat, I promptly vomited on her cheap scrub top. Luckily I'm sure she had plenty of clearance scrubs, but I felt bad!

When I grew up, I lived overseas for a time and saw people dying from the same diseases against which I was vaccinated. That's why I just don't understand why some parents refuse vaccination. There is no reason to allow people to die of these totally preventable diseases when you have the option of getting a vaccination. No reason whatsoever!

weight loss

I was out running again today, but I've been less and less motivated lately. What I wouldn't give for a magic weight loss pill like lipofuze. Unfortunately those are expensive and generally useless. But I bet you could ask anyone who is on a diet, and they'd all agree- we would go for a magic weight loss pill in a heartbeat!

blackheads

I had a flare-up of my acne last week- a whole colony of blackheads on my chin. Grr. I need to find some kind of blackhead removal treatment. It seems like I've finally gotten the angry red pimples under control- just still struggling with the less-visible blackheads. I guess that's kind of like, two steps forward, one step back. Oh well, I'll take whatever I can get!

scrubs

I am tired and very grouchy today. I just want to lay around in comfy medical scrubs and do nothing. Unfortunately I can't really do that, seeing as how I need to earn money to pay bills and I can't earn money laying around. Too bad though! I would sure love that! Ah well. Work is necessary. Such is life.