Again, an uneventful weekend. Closing in on the comedy script with my partner Picked up a couple CDs on Sunday Oh, and a DVD retrospective on Dark Shadows!
But I caught a whiff of that unmistakable scent; dead leaves carried on a chill wind... The seasons are subtle out here, but the Fall is upon us nonetheless. Halloween is second only to Christmas in terms of smell; pumpkins, cheap rubber masks and hypoallergenic makeup... Its funny, Ive had the privilege of working near some of the greatest special effects guys in the business, but I still get giddy when the cheesy Halloween costumes roll out.
Which of course makes for a bit of sadness; the Woman and I shared an affinity for all things Halloween, so I miss having someone to share it with. I have tickets for a special Nightmare Before Christmas/Haunted Mansion thingy at Disneyland on Thursday... There had been some discussion about maybe using the opportunity to check in on each other But no I just dont see that as being a good idea Not yet. I truly want us to be friends, but the feelings are still too confused.
Phooey
Oh well, enjoy another tidbit from the newspaper in my mind:
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HUTTS SAILBARGE DISRUPTS SPRING BREAKERS
Lake Havasu, AZ
Spring Break is the time of year when millions of American college students take to the countrys most popular resort destinations to blow off some steam. Though law enforcement agencies brace for the inevitable disturbances that come when teenagers mix with copious amounts of alcohol, nothing could have prepared the Lake Havasu Sheriffs Department for the arrival of one of the galaxys most notorious party animals.
Intergalactic gangster JABBA THE HUTT arrived at Lake Havasu aboard his private sail barge. We could tell right away that this guy was gonna be trouble, said Deputy Andy Randall. Most folks just rent a house boat or whatnot.
Indeed, the sail barge made for an unusual sight, even on Lake Havasu. Measuring over two hundred feet long and forgoing traditional water displacement in favor of magnetic hover technology, the sail barge is truly the gift for the man who has everything.
But the barge itself was not the only point of contention. The Hutt arrived with an entourage numbering in the hundreds. Sheriff Burt Kingsley had this to say: Ya know I just dont understand why these rapper-types always have to be surrounded by their posse, or crew or whatever the hell they call em.
But Jabba was quick to respond, saying, What can I say? I roll deep; movin, shakin, makin the money, ownin shit and employin fools. Ive got a lot on my plate right now: spice running, weapons smuggling, contract hits not to mention the new record label.
Though Jabba invited the other spring breakers aboard to partake in his revelries, many were not impressed. Who does this guy think he is, was UCLA student Lance Fishers reaction. All the good fur bailed to go party with that douche... Dude, not all of us can afford a floating boat thing, man. I mean, yeah, awesome sound system, but does this Jabba guy really think any of those chicks are gonna hook up with him? Hes like a worm with arms or something.
Perhaps coincidentally, Fishers body was later discovered encased in block of frozen carbon. Authorities are still investigating.
Though the Sheriffs Department attempted to keep the peace even as the Hutts festivities turned more raucous, they were finally forced to take action. We usually look the other way when the girls start flashin what God gave em. But one of these girls, a real fatty, had like six titties Thats pretty tough to ignore. Authorities also became concerned when locals reported that the Hutt was serving liquor to minors.
But when Sheriffs Deputies attempted to board the barge, the situation turned violent. The Hutts entourage, who the Lake Havasu Sheriffs Department now refer to as henchmen in their official report, opened fire with what authorities suspect was a light plasma based canon. The barge then quickly departed the scene. The Hutts head of security, Bib Fortuna, later released a statement apologizing for what he characterized as a misunderstanding.
But I caught a whiff of that unmistakable scent; dead leaves carried on a chill wind... The seasons are subtle out here, but the Fall is upon us nonetheless. Halloween is second only to Christmas in terms of smell; pumpkins, cheap rubber masks and hypoallergenic makeup... Its funny, Ive had the privilege of working near some of the greatest special effects guys in the business, but I still get giddy when the cheesy Halloween costumes roll out.
Which of course makes for a bit of sadness; the Woman and I shared an affinity for all things Halloween, so I miss having someone to share it with. I have tickets for a special Nightmare Before Christmas/Haunted Mansion thingy at Disneyland on Thursday... There had been some discussion about maybe using the opportunity to check in on each other But no I just dont see that as being a good idea Not yet. I truly want us to be friends, but the feelings are still too confused.
Phooey
Oh well, enjoy another tidbit from the newspaper in my mind:
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HUTTS SAILBARGE DISRUPTS SPRING BREAKERS
Lake Havasu, AZ
Spring Break is the time of year when millions of American college students take to the countrys most popular resort destinations to blow off some steam. Though law enforcement agencies brace for the inevitable disturbances that come when teenagers mix with copious amounts of alcohol, nothing could have prepared the Lake Havasu Sheriffs Department for the arrival of one of the galaxys most notorious party animals.
Intergalactic gangster JABBA THE HUTT arrived at Lake Havasu aboard his private sail barge. We could tell right away that this guy was gonna be trouble, said Deputy Andy Randall. Most folks just rent a house boat or whatnot.
Indeed, the sail barge made for an unusual sight, even on Lake Havasu. Measuring over two hundred feet long and forgoing traditional water displacement in favor of magnetic hover technology, the sail barge is truly the gift for the man who has everything.
But the barge itself was not the only point of contention. The Hutt arrived with an entourage numbering in the hundreds. Sheriff Burt Kingsley had this to say: Ya know I just dont understand why these rapper-types always have to be surrounded by their posse, or crew or whatever the hell they call em.
But Jabba was quick to respond, saying, What can I say? I roll deep; movin, shakin, makin the money, ownin shit and employin fools. Ive got a lot on my plate right now: spice running, weapons smuggling, contract hits not to mention the new record label.
Though Jabba invited the other spring breakers aboard to partake in his revelries, many were not impressed. Who does this guy think he is, was UCLA student Lance Fishers reaction. All the good fur bailed to go party with that douche... Dude, not all of us can afford a floating boat thing, man. I mean, yeah, awesome sound system, but does this Jabba guy really think any of those chicks are gonna hook up with him? Hes like a worm with arms or something.
Perhaps coincidentally, Fishers body was later discovered encased in block of frozen carbon. Authorities are still investigating.
Though the Sheriffs Department attempted to keep the peace even as the Hutts festivities turned more raucous, they were finally forced to take action. We usually look the other way when the girls start flashin what God gave em. But one of these girls, a real fatty, had like six titties Thats pretty tough to ignore. Authorities also became concerned when locals reported that the Hutt was serving liquor to minors.
But when Sheriffs Deputies attempted to board the barge, the situation turned violent. The Hutts entourage, who the Lake Havasu Sheriffs Department now refer to as henchmen in their official report, opened fire with what authorities suspect was a light plasma based canon. The barge then quickly departed the scene. The Hutts head of security, Bib Fortuna, later released a statement apologizing for what he characterized as a misunderstanding.
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Man; I knwo exactly what you mean. By now my love for All Hallow's Eve should be pretty obvious. But for 4 years I was with someone who equally shared that appreciation, that child-like giddyness over it. And for two years afterwards, the month of October a mixed bag of emtions for me. I wish you the best of luck.
And I'm hopefully going to FINALLY get to see the "Nightmare Before Christmas" exhibit at Disneyland this year! My twin brother's GF works for Disneyland...yay for hook-ups...
I have applied to open a Christopher Walken group. We shall see, and then I shall knock on your door and say "pony up boy!"
~cheers