Viral Videos & a couple of fools

So I learned tonight in my web searching about the term Viral Video. Apparently it is one of those sheik hipster terms to describe those MPEGs that get passed around, put on blogs, etc, etc. And so, not to alienate myself from this trend and to bring pleasure to your Friday, I bring you (drum roll) the Mad Jor'ge tribute to Viral Video!

best fight scene
Bad Kung Fu anyone? There are several other films here to check out. I especially liked the dance extravaganza. It seems sort of lame at first, but stick with it the absurdity builds. It won't disappoint, I promise.

I of course, after seeing the dance extravaganza, saw the web site at the end, and low and behold, there are five dance extravaganzas, and they are here:
Dance Extravaganza page

Of course here is the Natalie Portman Rap if you didn't see it on SNL. She's really foul and bad ass, its great.

And since I seem to just find Dancing hilarious, I hope you do too. Check this one out. Natalie and this link are through AOL, so let me apologize ahead of time if there are commercials. Hasidic Boogaloo

I never thought I would enjoy listening to "I want it That Way" but this viral vid does the trick. If you let it run, there are more lip-syncing fools after, but none are as good as the first.

And closing out Today's Viral Vid Craze: Spongeback Mountain
I think that it needs no explanation.

Enjoy my nostalgia pic! Happy belated birthday Jens!!

Life coaching, Nudity, & Ice Cream

I was pleased to see this link about this. It is from the "Daily Show" and is a mock investigative report on a new trend called "Life coaches". They are people who supposedly can be hired to help you make decisions to improve your life. Check it out.

Life coaching on Daily Show

Found this on boston.com, sounds like it might be a neato weekend activity.
It's hard to find, but Royalston Falls offers dramatic payoff

For pictures of Royalston Falls, as well as other New England waterfalls check out this page: NewEnglandWaterfalls.com

what blog is complete without
Wacky Britney Spears News?

Lastly, I had meant to include this recently but I keep forgetting it. I think you'll get a kick out of it. This is an art gallery of a photographer called Spencer Tunick. He specializes in mass-nudity shots, so... not WARNING... probably not workplace appropriate: Spencer Tunick Gallery And of course if you want to participate :D here is a sign up sheet. I find it seems more like you happen to be looking at a massive herd of some animal, rather than people. Now I know what they mean by "clothes make a person". Does that mean I'm not getting the artist's point? :D


Tonight Kate & I went to our old haunt, Mary Chung's. It was delightful. We followed dinner with a walk to Inman Square where we split a lovely Christina's hot fudge Sundae. We got Peanut Butter cup ice cream with whipped cream, hot fudge, and peanut butter cups (of course) sprinkled on top. It was fabulous.

Anyhow, I must bid you adieu.

An Inspiring Image and a Divisive Debate

I finally saw "Bend it Like Beckham" after receiving it in the mail from Netflix. I admit, I really didn't believe all of the hype, and thought it would simply be a "feelgood" little girl's movie that happened to be British. After seeing it finally I have to say it is brilliant!. It is a real class act, and they don't often make movies like this anymore. It is honest, basic, realistic, and heart felt. It explores hardship, prejudices of not only society, but from those that we hold dear. It is the type of movie that sends you off believing that there is hope for all dreams to become a reality. It is simplistic in that it is a reflection of life, but complicated in the detail of the image reflected. If I had a top 25 list of all of the movies I've seen in my life, I think it would probably muscle its way in. I know I'm behind the pack on this one, but if you haven't gone out and rented this one, do yourself a favor and put it on your short list.

I decided to add a little more about the "Immigration Debate" currently consuming our nation.

The following article explains the differences in the McCain/Kennedy bill which is supported by the President, and Bill Frist's proposal which mirrors one approved by the House of Representatives. I support something closer to the first proposal (Check it out, I'm agreeing with not only the Prez... but with Teddy as well! Pigs can fly!) Frist's proposal is a divisive one with unrealistic ideas on solving this problem. They seek out the ignorance vote. Penalties imposed by the bill will bankrupt many businesses if enforced, if not just by the draining of their work force alone. Frist's Bill is a sure way to derail our economy, I'm sure if it passes... and it does hurt the economy, they'll probably try and say it is the immigrants fault as well, and lots of bigots out there will lap it up like water.

A look at major immigration proposals

Enjoy! Make your own decision! You may be held up in traffic by a protest soon, if you haven't been already.