We woke up [very late] Saturday morning and seized the day. Katie met her friend for some touring about and I decided to go for a run. Once again the weather was absolutely perfect and I figured I could see more of Paris running than walking. Instead of following a predetermined route, I decided justContinue reading “Paris and Buffett v6.0 – Day 2”
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Paris and Buffett v6.0 – Day 1
Last weekend Katie and I took a quick trip to Paris to keep up the annual tradition of seeing Jimmy Buffett there. This time our experience was enhanced by some family and friends! My mom was there already as part of a longer trip and two of our good friends managed to time their businessContinue reading “Paris and Buffett v6.0 – Day 1”
Gravity
Last week Katie and I saw the movie everyone has been raving about: Gravity. Although it wasn’t the best sci-fi movie ever (as we had heard from some people) – and, in fact, I wouldn’t classify it as a sci-fi movie at all – it was quite enjoyable. We saw the movie in IMAX 3DContinue reading “Gravity”
James Bond Songs
Some of my previous James Bond rankings have stirred up a bit of debate and this one is likely to as well: my ranking of James Bond theme songs! As with my other rankings, there are broadly three categories: great songs that are still memorable and good today, songs that aren’t so great/memorable but areContinue reading “James Bond Songs”
James Bond Cars
Today’s ranking: James Bond’s best cars: 1. Aston Martin DB5 – this beautiful silver sports car was featured in multiple movies (Goldfinger, Thunderball, Skyfall) and cameo’ed in a few more. The original spy car, it had machine guns, rocket launchers, smoke screen, tire slashers, and a rear bullet shield. This was the Batmobile of BondContinue reading “James Bond Cars”
James Bond Henchmen
Often James Bond movies have more compelling henchmen than the villains themselves – and then sometimes the henchman are totally lame. Following is my ranking: 1. Oddjob (Goldfinger): incredibly strong and with a razor-sharp projectile hat! 2. Jaws (Moonraker, The Spy Who Loved Me): incredibly strong and with razor-sharp metal teeth! 3. Xenia Onatopp (Goldeneye): FormerContinue reading “James Bond Henchmen”
Bond Girls
In celebration of Alabama’s decisive national championship win and as a nod in particular to the commentators gushing over the winning QB’s girlfriend, today’s James Bond film ranking is of the Bond girls! 1. Casino Royale: Vesper Lynd (Eva Green) and Solange Dimitrios (Caterina Murino) 2. Goldfinger: Pussy Galore (Honor Blackman) and Jill Masterson (MargaretContinue reading “Bond Girls”
James Bond Villains
Blogger’s note: I no longer use the term “Redskins” but am leaving my prior references intact in the spirit of learning. After yesterday’s nod to the CES with my post on the best James Bond gadgets, today’s post is a nod to the evil Seattle Seahawks, who knocked my beloved Washington Redskins out of theContinue reading “James Bond Villains”
James Bond Gadgets
Blogger’s note: I no longer use the term “Redskins” but am leaving my prior references intact in the spirit of learning. In the wake of the Washington Redskins playoff loss (but at least the Houston Texans won!) I will console myself with my list of favorites James Bond movies in terms of the gadgets employedContinue reading “James Bond Gadgets”
Favorite James Bond Actors
Day 2 of my Bond Blogging Binge! Today I’m focusing on the six actors who have played James Bond in the “official” Eon films. Each one has brought something different to the role – for better or worse! 1. Sean Connery: the original and far-and-away the best. Connery’s Bond interpretation brought a delicate balance betweenContinue reading “Favorite James Bond Actors”