There have been a few things of note in recent days. I apologize that I have fallen behind, but work and the World Cup have kept me quite busy. Also keep and eye out for a few more changes to the inscribed tshirts and other custom goods.
There were 2 deaths that occurred recently. Mr. Aaron Spelling was the noted creator of 90210, Charlie’s Angels, Love Boat, 7th Heaven and many others. They may not have been the greatest shows ever, but they kept us, the masses entertained. And Mr. Spelling was a good dad, in that he created a career for his daughter Tori. I won’t say that Tori Spelling is completely without talent, but I think many would agree she is perhaps as talented as she is good looking. Just my opinion on that. With the loss of Mr. Spelling I feel bad that millions will lose the chance to numb their minds on the weekly weakly scripted programs. That is not a reflection on the man, he did his job well. And I feel that without him, far more reality programs will fill the airwaves and I’d rather have all of the above rather than that.
The other loss came from the lead guitarist of Kool & the Gang. Mr. Claydes Chales Smith was responsible for hits like Jungle Boogie, Joanna and Celebration (the 80's were fun weren’t they). Many of these songs, and others bring me a lot of great memories and as part of the cause of these songs I’m sorry to hear of his death. For those too young to have lived when these songs first came out, I suggest listening to them. Unlike many songs of today, theses were pleasant and happy songs that just celebrated life. There is a lot to be said for music of that nature. And a sadness when those responsible for such music pass on.
I see that recently Guiness beer won an award for their commercial showing people enjoying the beer and then traveling back in time. It sounds quite interesting, though I have never seen the ad. I have seen and love the ‘Brilliant’ commercials though. You have probably seen them with 2 Monty Python-esque men, one of which is an ‘inventor’ of dubious nature with his colleague being a sort of yes man with Pinky-ish qualities. [Pinky and the Brain was a cartoon that was hilarious. And if you haven’t seen Monty Python there is no way I can explain the fantasic segue skits that were done with stop motion. Rent a video of their shows and you’ll probably become a fan of british humor or at least this program.] It’s a shame that America loves pilsner beers, which aren’t bad, to almost the exclusion of any other type as I do enjoy a good stout or ale and it is hard to find them. And some of the commercials that abound for the other styles of beer are never seen here. [While not a beer commercial the french award winning commercial for, I think it was, Perrie water was too funny. I’m sure fanatical religious conservatives and other similar prudes would have hated it, so that tells you how good it was for everyone else.] At any rate, several friends and I now use the ‘Brilliant!’ comment to express things. I can see this being the next ‘Wassup!’ catchphrase. Don’t be surprised if you start hearing it a lot. And keep an eye out for the television commercials, they are worth it.
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