Shipwrecked: nightmare at Sea (review)

 I love me a good documentary flick. And Netflix delivered with this true story of a ship which sank right off the port of Italy.

It was the fault of an unqualified crew and stubborn (and cowardly) captain, which sank the ship and cost the lives of 30 something people aboard. 

The amazing thing is, someone at the time of the ship sinking, filmed almost the whole thing as it was happening. Bet he had no idea how much money he'd get from Netflix years later for the rights to use the footage in their film. Worth it too, because you get to see footage of what was going on at the time. 

Wild story. Worth a watch if you're interested in that sort of thing. 

Nos: Grand Prix Guava

 Not really a fan of this brand, but when I was on the road a few weeks ago and saw 2 for 1 at the gas station I decided why not. 

Blah! Taste a lot like watermelon, which I hate. I remember Bang energy had a Purple Guava Pear flavor I didn't think was that bad but this one flat our sucks. 

Nos is the drink, I'll get when there's no other good choices around. But really not a favorite of mine. I just can't help myself, whenever I see a new flavor I guess. I'm a sucker for getting these all the time. 

Maybe one day I'll learn to only stick with Ghost. Yet, on the other hand...I'm always looking for someone to not the king off his throne. 

The Furious (review)

 I'd heard this was the next evolution in martial art films. The trailer looked impressive. So I decided to give it a try. 

Boo. 

Too story driven. Very slow at parts. Usually, I don't mind the story, but this one was so weak I had no interest in it at all. Sure, the actions scenes are fun, but when you have to wait 30 minutes in-between scenes, you quickly come to realize this movie isn't worth your time. 

Sad because I've been looking for a revival in martial art films too. Gone are the days when we had Jackie Chan movies to look forward too!

Is it worth it? (Part 15)

 Topic: Veggie Garden

Ok, time to wind this conversation down. And for that, we head back outside, one final time. 

Pros: All the fresh veggies you can eat. Fresh veggies are the best. Fact. 

Cons: Work, work and more work. Again, it may be nice, but you have to put a lot in to get a lot out. 

Verdict: Yes. Hook me up. We had one growing up and I loved it. 

What would I grow?

Squash, green beans, potatoes, tomatoes, cucumbers, cabbage and egg plant. Does corn grow in Louisiana? If so, add that too. I LOVE fresh veggies. This has WAY more of a payoff than a flower garden to me. It'd be hard work yes. But if I had help getting it started, I'd follow through taking care of it, just to reap the benefits. YUM!

Ok folks, that's it. No more. Change of topic(s) next week, I promise. 

Tootles. 

Is it worth it? (Part 14)

 Topic: Home Theater

Ok...I'm breaking format here. Who am I kidding. Where is the "con" here people? My man Mikey had one at his house and it was a lovely thing to behold. The only reason Wrestlemania was special to me was because I had the honor of his company, watching it on his amazing screen and surround sound. Complete heaven.

Before he took it down, I had SOOOO many movies I wanted to watch there. But alas, time got away from me (as it often does) and I was never able to make the plans to watch anything while he had it up. I miss it. I wish I had one. I know the top movies I'd watch. 

1) Star Wars Trilogy (OG)

2) Jurassic Park Trilogy (screw Jurassic World)

3) Godzilla Minus One (and even the 90s version which I love so very much)

Plus tons of movies from the 80s and 90s as well. Who wouldn't want to see a life size Wolfman get kicked in the nards? Am I right??? 

Is it worth it? (Part 13)

Topic: Flower garden

Time to head back to the great outdoors today and consider if this is worth it. 

Pros: Your yard looks amazing and is the envy of the neighborhood. The local newspaper probably even comes by and takes a picture of it. Or you send one in for a competition that you're always going to win. As we said in the 90s "I'm not gay but..." flowers are pretty and they smell good too. 

Cons: Work, work, work. Yes, they look nice. But there's a reason. This becomes the sole core of your life. People poor endless hours into these gardens and have little time for anything else. 

Verdict: Nope. Not worth all the work that goes into it. Sorry. I'll take pictures and compliment you on yours but the only thing that'll be growing in my backyard (and saying that is not gay) is weeds and grass. Now leave me alone and let me shop for scented candles at Bath and Body Works!! 

Ok, that last line was a little gay, I'll give you that. (also its true, man I love me a scented candle...and the annual candle sale IS my Black Friday make no doubt about it)

I digress....
 

Is it worth it? (Part 12)

Topic: Home Gym

Pros: You have no excuse NOT to work out. No more "it's too cold" or "It's too late" or "It's raining" or "I just killed a hooker and now I don't know where to bury her body or what to do with her pet cat" NO excuses. You'd always have a home gym right there in your house.

Cons: I'd sure that floor is going to take a beating if you're throwing around weights in there. Plus I'm sure the sweat would give off an awful funky smell over time. Also I have to think about any incidents involving kids, so there's that. 

Verdict: Oh heck yeah! All day! I'll find a place to hide the dead hooker later, I'm going to pump some iron baby!!! I'd have a treadmill, elliptical, dumb bells and one of those all-in-one sets that have a bench, shoulders and legs workout on them. It would totally rock.