Over the course of one single year the average man takes thousands of breathes. However, the old saying goes that life should not be measured by the number of breathes you took, but rather the number of moments that stole them away. As we say goodbye to 2013, we have look back over the year […]
On Losing My Starbucks Gold Card Status
December 10, 2013 by
The news was delivered over email. Not face to face, or even by phone. Over email. They may as well have texted. Starbucks demoted my Gold Card to a Green Badge. I’d been a Gold Card Member for nearly five years. It saw me through my Master’s thesis, the writing of three manuscripts, and the […]
The Hobbit: the Expected and Anticipated Journey
December 6, 2013 by
(10 of 10 stars) The extended edition of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey was released on home video just recently. Just in time for the next part in the story coming to theaters on December 13, 2013. It is the first movie of a three part story that takes place before The Lord of the […]
Football Season Survival Guide For the Non-Sports Guy
November 21, 2013 by
You know the scene: You’re sitting in the barbershop, a lone mute in the midst of a football debate fit for Sports Center. The men spit their opinions and then turn to you, wide-eyed, encouraging you to offer your take, to reveal your loyalties. You can see the speculation in their eyes as they look […]
Bodyweight Strength Training for the Chest
November 20, 2013 by
Weight training is only one small part of developing an overall great physique. In fact, there is a lot to be said about the benefits of bodyweight training, which is a method of working out that requires only the use of your own weight as resistance. If done properly this type of workout can […]
5 Minutes With Professional Skater, Louie Lopez
November 19, 2013 by
It’s not the equipment that makes a true champion. It’s the spirit, desire, motivation, and pure will power to make your chosen sport an extension to your body. In the case of professional skater, Louie Lopez, his board is the extension to his legs, and you will rarely find him detached (unless he really has […]
Witness the Power that is Carrie: A Re-imagining of a Classic [Film Review]
November 7, 2013 by
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(8 out of 10 stars) The new version of Carrie is out in theaters. It is directed by Kimberly Pierce and stars Chlöe Grace Moretz and Julianne Moore. This was a great movie and I would recommend it to anyone who likes the horror genre. Both Ms. Moretz and Ms. Moore delivered solid performances. Ms. […]
What is Jonathan Kite of 2 Broke Girls Thankful for?
November 2, 2013 by
Jonathan Kite is a one man party, boasting over 70 original impressions and dialects. Spending an evening with Kite’s standup comedy is like getting in a bar brawl with Vince Vaughn, chest wax with Seth Rogen, and eating a Big Mac with Robert Downey Jr. As successful as Kite’s standup is, where you may recognize […]
How a Nice Guy Can Still Treat em’ Mean & Keep em’ Keen
October 29, 2013 by
If you’re reading this, you are probably a NICE GUY who is trying to connect with women, but whatever you’ve been doing so far just isn’t working. I understand how frustrating that is. You want to be the man who can draw women to him. but, let me give you some insight… The men who travel in dating’s fast lane don’t […]
7 Things to Never Pay Full Price For
October 29, 2013 by
What if you didn’t have to sacrifice your time to save money. Would you do it? We thought so. Herein are the seven things you should never pay full price for, along with several tips on how to perfect the art of frugality without sacrificing your style. Automobiles An automobile is the second biggest purchase […]