I thought I share a little insight into my psyche... and list my favorite shows on televisions not involving sports.
1. Dexter - On Showtime, an amazing series. For those who do not have it, there are DVDs available. I've also read the novels too, some good stuff.
2. The Office - A unique comedy where awkward silence is golden. I've seen the British version too but something about Steve Carell makes this version a more lovable one (for me :P)
3. Battlestar Galactica - I can't really say I'm a big sci-fi fan but this series rocks. Although does loving Star Wars (not counting the latest trilogy) imply that I am a sci-fi geek?
4. Supernatural - Something about killing monsters, ghosts, spirits, etc appeals to my younger side. The show may not a big hit according to the Nielsen Ratings, but I find it an entertaining watch.
5. High Stakes Poker - Well is poker a sport? Whatever the case I find the suspense, the psychology, and the gamble a weekly indulgence.
Next entry? Sounding off on drivers, shoppers, and Vader?
Monday, November 26, 2007
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Work....
I've been working at my current position for almost a year. Just out of college, it's not the position I envisioned myself doing when I started my collegiate years, but it pays the bills.
Do I like what I'm doing? Not really.
I could be doing something else that was more challenging? Yes
Do I see myself doing this five years from now? I hope not
But I must say for the majority of my time here, it has been amazing. I find myself looking forward to work, I find myself choosing to stay late, I find myself looking forward to what next week has to offer. How is this all possible?
For one, I'm lucky to work for an organization that takes care of it's employees, interns, and temps. Care which takes form in the benefits, the environment, and the food :) Two, it pays the bills without too much stress. I have that balance in work and me-time, that few of us achieve. And the most important reason, the people. I've met so many people that have become and will be friends for a long time. People from different ethnicities, cultures, and backgrounds. People who are bright, friendly, and are just fun to be around. I don't know how long my time here will be but I will enjoy it until the end.... HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Do I like what I'm doing? Not really.
I could be doing something else that was more challenging? Yes
Do I see myself doing this five years from now? I hope not
But I must say for the majority of my time here, it has been amazing. I find myself looking forward to work, I find myself choosing to stay late, I find myself looking forward to what next week has to offer. How is this all possible?
For one, I'm lucky to work for an organization that takes care of it's employees, interns, and temps. Care which takes form in the benefits, the environment, and the food :) Two, it pays the bills without too much stress. I have that balance in work and me-time, that few of us achieve. And the most important reason, the people. I've met so many people that have become and will be friends for a long time. People from different ethnicities, cultures, and backgrounds. People who are bright, friendly, and are just fun to be around. I don't know how long my time here will be but I will enjoy it until the end.... HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Time to sound off
Things that annoy me...
Comedians that feel that one must "pay" their dues before hitting the big time... I'm sorry to the comedians out there but if you're funny, you're funny and if you're not, well then you're not famous for a reason. Say what you will about today's comedians... Chris Rock, Dane Cook, Dennis Miller, even Carrot Top (I dislike a number of them), but they were able to make careers out of it. I turned on the radio today and came across a comedian who went on a diatribe on the contestants on "Last Comic Standing." This angry fellow went on and on about how these lower tiered "comedians" lacked originality, lacked stage presence, and lacked ability. I've seen "Last Comic Standing," it's a horrendous show, but hey.... at least their doing what they have to do in order to succeed (short of committing a crime). They at least aren't bitching and moaning on some crummy radio show. At least they aren't filibustering until the end of the hour without a coherent thought. Mr. Comedian, who's act is just as horrible (reference: Youtube), you sound like a bitter and petty idiot.
People who refuse to end a conversation... I have friends, co-workers, and adversaries who do this. If you compliment them, say "hi" to them, or even somehow acknowledge their presence with a head gesture, they'll bind you into an endless conversation. MY GOD, even as you attempt to leave, they'll converse with the back of your cranium. I try to be kind and professional but can't these people take a hint?!? These people aren't idiots... but for some reason when the speak about themselves, their social radars fail as they verbosely discuss their mundane lives . Is it narcissism? Or are they so pretentious that they can't help themselves? Whatever the reasons... I'm walking away.
Ann Coulter.... Ann Cunter (yes I'm being mature :-P)... enough said
Comedians that feel that one must "pay" their dues before hitting the big time... I'm sorry to the comedians out there but if you're funny, you're funny and if you're not, well then you're not famous for a reason. Say what you will about today's comedians... Chris Rock, Dane Cook, Dennis Miller, even Carrot Top (I dislike a number of them), but they were able to make careers out of it. I turned on the radio today and came across a comedian who went on a diatribe on the contestants on "Last Comic Standing." This angry fellow went on and on about how these lower tiered "comedians" lacked originality, lacked stage presence, and lacked ability. I've seen "Last Comic Standing," it's a horrendous show, but hey.... at least their doing what they have to do in order to succeed (short of committing a crime). They at least aren't bitching and moaning on some crummy radio show. At least they aren't filibustering until the end of the hour without a coherent thought. Mr. Comedian, who's act is just as horrible (reference: Youtube), you sound like a bitter and petty idiot.
People who refuse to end a conversation... I have friends, co-workers, and adversaries who do this. If you compliment them, say "hi" to them, or even somehow acknowledge their presence with a head gesture, they'll bind you into an endless conversation. MY GOD, even as you attempt to leave, they'll converse with the back of your cranium. I try to be kind and professional but can't these people take a hint?!? These people aren't idiots... but for some reason when the speak about themselves, their social radars fail as they verbosely discuss their mundane lives . Is it narcissism? Or are they so pretentious that they can't help themselves? Whatever the reasons... I'm walking away.
Ann Coulter.... Ann Cunter (yes I'm being mature :-P)... enough said
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