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I got some good reminders in the comments. Therefore I add the following: Spirited Away (2001) Blade Runner (1982) The Music Man (1962) Twelve Monkeys (1999) The Graduate (1967)

I was talking with Mrs. Curmudgeon about movies that “stick with you”. (Define that however you want.) She and several friends had made lists. (Probably something on Facebook.) Her list was unlike theirs. I suggested my list would make me … Continue reading →

Godwin’s Law: “As an online discussion grows longer, the probability of a comparison involving Nazis or Hitler approaches one”. This swirling of the debate drain is best avoided but today I’m going there. It’s my blog and I can Godwin … Continue reading →

While feeding my wood stove I discovered something about the recent elections. I ignored virtually all media horseshit during the run up to the 2014 mid term elections. I discovered physical proof I’d made the correct choice. Let’s begin with … Continue reading →

[I wrote this several weeks ago. I decided not to post it because shit could get real. So far it’s gone well. I figure it’s not gauche to post it now.] The Ebola Speech You Didn’t Hear My fellow Americans, … Continue reading →

In case you weren’t aware of this indisputable fact, Evil Dead III / Army Of Darkness (1992) is one of the best movies ever made. Oh sure, you were thinking of something else, possibly something with a plot that doesn’t … Continue reading →

I used to like listening to shortwave. Specifically because it’s utterly unlike what you’ll hear on FM.  “Sources report that American NASCAR motorsports still use caboretors, we haven’t ascertained why but our reporters are working on it and think it … Continue reading →

A rocket powered bicycle that goes 207 MPH. That is exactly what I wanted when I was twelve. What a wild ride!

I’ve become fascinated with history. Specifically the long view and moments of unreality. How did society start with cavemen who lived in reality or died if the game migrated when they weren’t paying attention, and wind up with modern man … Continue reading →

My earlier shortwave post, written during a fit of rage at my frustrating, useless $35 Radio Shack box of disappointment, was short on details. Lets add some sideboards: Price: Price range of $100 – $200. If I can get sufficient … Continue reading →