tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86139252011-11-27T16:38:19.504-07:00unique perspectives, current events, pop-culture elements and life in generalgildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.comBlogger841100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-80201678525687619922011-04-19T15:56:00.001-06:002011-04-19T15:57:18.318-06:00

Here is a vector illustration of sunglasses I just uploaded to my portfolio. The rendering was pulled off in Adobe Illustrator. This file is available in High-Res Jpeg or .ai Vector File download—or choose from millions of other stock photos and illustrations, simply click the image to see my iStock Profile page and click on 'View Portfolio' to find this image (also searchable as file no.

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Who has seen the movie, 127 Hours yet, with James Franco, Amber Tamblyn, Kate Mara and directed by Danny Boyle? It is the real life story of Aron Ralston, a solo rock climber who became trapped under a boulder near Moab, Utah. I've not found the time to go watch it yet, but want to while it is still on the big screen. I was living in Utah at the time Aron Ralston was missing and I remember the

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Using the new iPod Nano as a watch seems to be more and more the craze these days, and using the 8GB version it isn't actually too bad of a price for a nice watch... If only it had a GPS—Even during the keynote when the newest iPod Nano was introduced, Steve Jobs mentioned one of the Apple execs intended to adapt it as a watch.There is no shortage of watchband options out there, but one of the

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-43220128688415954942010-10-06T21:30:00.005-06:002010-10-06T22:12:45.395-06:00

Shown are two recent shots of my TOMY Mad Masher - Monster Machine. I scored this unit for Christmas in 1986. Played with it indoors, on and off for a few years. I drove it up and down stairs and over the top of my younger siblings as they lay on the floor. One of my nephews abused it back when I was in high school (I think that is when the one smoke stack went missing) so I took it from the 'toy

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(The following, and other frequent outdoor gear giveaways arealways to be had on www.Branchwhipped.com)The ALITE Designs Monarch Chair revolutionizes the foldable chair industry, and it is up now for FREE Giveaway. ALITE’s basic company tenets are: “We’re a design-driven, urban-outdoor company dedicated to the idea that everyone should be playing outside together. Defined by innovation, bold

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Many of you may know Chums as the eyewear retainer company, you know, who makes the eyeglass straps so your overpriced shades don't fall in the drink or off the cliff. Chums is now offering a limited run of sweet Logo T-shirts featuring the classic Booby Bird logo. Check them out:

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The latest free gear giveaway on www.branchwhipped.com is the Sterling Knife Sharpener:Simply click on either image for more details on entering:Check Branchwhipped.com often as there are a few great give aways every week of the best outdoor gear for those of you who adventure into the backcountry.

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Here is a vector illustration of sunglasses I just uploaded to my portfolio. The rendering was pulled off in Adobe Illustrator. This file is available in High-Res Jpeg or .ai Vector File download—or choose from millions of other stock photos and illustrations, simply click the image to see my iStock Profile page and click on 'View Portfolio' to find this image (also searchable as file no.

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-11656552811426991252009-11-17T13:38:00.003-07:002009-11-17T13:40:53.941-07:00

We've discovered a fabulous new pumpkin pie recipe we'll be trying for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Some of you may have seen this already circulating on emails as "How Pumpkin Pies Are Made." Not revolutionary, but still pretty funny. Happy Thanksgiving!

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An Eyewear Retainer with an edge, the Chums Orbiter molds form with function. Ultra light and super sleek the Orbiter’s halo effect keeps it out of your way. The Orbiter has low profile flat temples that eliminate pressure points and fit all eyeglass styles. Weighing in at less than a gram the Orbiter is comfort defined.• Ultra light stainless cable• Low profile flat temples eliminate pressure

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-88912945391534968932009-10-01T14:22:00.002-06:002009-10-01T14:26:49.522-06:00

Click on the above image for a super cool experience. Magic Dots is perhaps the simplest flash app I've ever seen that for some reason is just cool. The circles shrink and multiply when they are moused over. Give it a try.

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Another Trout illustration I've just created from a recent catch photo. I redrew it (traced photo) in Adobe Illustrator. From the huge Brown Trout out of my favorite trout stream. This fish image is available in High-Res Jpeg or .ai Vector File download—or choose from millions of other stock photos and illustrations, simply click the image to see my iStock Profile page and click on 'View

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Looking for a great sunscreen with natural ingredients? All of Beyond Coastal’s sunscreen and lip balm formulas offer broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Not only do they protect against UVA and UVB rays, each formula contains natural anti-oxidants to fight UV free radicals, which contribute to skin aging and skin cancer.

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Another Trout illustration I've just created from a brand new sketch. I scanned the drawing and recreated this vector drawing of it in Adobe Illustrator. My son recently caught his first fish ever, a huge Brown Trout out of my favorite trout stream. It was so fun for him to catch it, and fun for me to be there helping him along. This fish was drawn from the photos of his 22" trout. This fish

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-29014038779119267252009-02-27T16:01:00.003-07:002010-03-06T14:56:03.054-07:00

The above image, "Welcome to Nevada Sign" is a small sample of the vector version I created this week. I have it in either editable vector .AI file or high-res Jpeg image. Interested in obtaining a copy—just leave a comment on this post and I'll get back to you right away.

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Click on >> THIS LINK to see the eBay listing for these amazing size 11 US Adidas ADI Blue athletic shoes. These Babies don't come around often! The Auction closes on 5.March.09 at 6:10 PM EST on the second, don't delay.Here is the eBay description: "This auction is for a great pair of Adidas 'ADI' Athletic inspired multi colored/ Blue shoes. These shoes have been worn twice, I would almost rate

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The tastiest beverage made in the States. Fortunately I don't have to worry about apple beer's distribution outside of Utah, as I'm lucky enough to work in the same city as their headquarters. We recently discovered at a local Costco the 24-bottle case for $15.99! That is $0.66/12oz. bottle. A great price for a superb U.S. carbonated soda—though I still like Berliner Fassbrause a bit better.

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-78912133685822216032008-12-02T09:10:00.004-07:002008-12-02T09:19:30.714-07:00

I thought this was a discontinued Lego Star Wars set of the X-wing Fighter 6212, but browsing in Toys-R-Us the other day I saw a stack of them for $59.99. This set comes with Luke, Han Solo, Leia and three other mini figures. If you click the images above, the www.Lego.com site is selling them for $49.99/ea and they offer free shipping for orders over $99. We already have one of this set (my boys

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Gearpipeline is the newly launched outdoor gear site which offers a wide selection of great outdoor accessories. Available is the full line of CHUMS eyewear retainers, which will help you hang on to your shades in any situation. Beyond Coastal Sun Care offers the highest performance outdoor sunscreen known to any lover of the outdoors. Surfers, kayakers, skiers, cyclers and others agree there is

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My kids have always liked me to draw for them, and somewhere down the line I began drawing "Birdmen"—a bird with a man’s head or a man with a bird’s head. Frequently now when we get a chance to draw together they always request, “Dad draw me a bird man!” It has become quite a funny series over the years, but rarely more than a quick sketch to hand off to them for coloring. Lately my wife has

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-49273696070108798112008-10-16T09:18:00.002-06:002008-10-16T09:22:17.083-06:00

Another Trout illustration I've recently refined from one of my old sketches. I cleaned it up a bit and recreated it in Adobe Illustrator. My son recently caught his first fish ever, a huge Brown Trout out of my favorite trout stream. It was so fun for him to catch it, and fun for me to be there helping him along. This fish image is available in High-Res Jpeg or .ai Vector File download—or choose

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-61665816021125673302008-09-24T22:38:00.004-06:002008-09-24T22:47:47.481-06:00

Click the Image above to access the iStockphoto library of 3,500,000+ of the web’s best stock images—photos and illustrations. Don't miss the dollar bin either, which contains over 3,000 images for $1.00/ea. The link for the 'Dollar Bin' is located at the bottom of the left navigation when you click on the image above. It is available in the dollar bin as well. Enjoy!

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Another cluster illustration I've recently created from a recent drawing. I cleaned it up a bit and recreated it in Adobe Illustrator. This image contains some dead bugs as victims to the Pesticide Aerosol Spray among other things. This image is available in High-Res Jpeg or .ai Vector File download—or choose from over THREE-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply click the image to

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-69883457105900614522008-09-16T10:07:00.005-06:002009-05-08T15:20:30.928-06:00

This image I've created from one of my recent drawings. I cleaned it up a bit and recreated it in Adobe Illustrator. This image contains some random animal elements with a "feed the birds" theme—so feed the animals at your own risk! There are also many random and personal elements in there as well. This image is available in High-Res Jpeg or .ai Vector File download—or choose from over

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-12941970099280179222008-09-10T09:20:00.003-06:002008-09-10T09:25:00.266-06:00

Above is a recent addition illustration recently added to my lot of images on iStockphoto.com. This set of little tea cups was created with Adobe Illustrator (viewable in 'My Portfolio link') for iStockphoto.com. To download either a High-Res Jpeg, an .ai Vector File or to choose from over THREE-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply follow the iStockphoto button (below) to see my

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-5684836284029543732008-09-09T21:35:00.008-06:002008-09-22T12:47:09.552-06:00

In the past 13 months we've been seeing MANY moose around the nearby hills and canyons. I've actually averaged about one a week during this span. Most of them on the hillsides above the freeway during the winter as they are easier to find with a blanket of white. Of course I can't capture all of them with the camera, but I like to try when possible. Here are a few of the ones my wife and I have

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-79073578727994793432008-05-12T11:44:00.002-06:002008-05-12T11:48:17.235-06:00

This is my recent illustration depicting various insectsof a bug collection vectorized with Adobe Illustrator (viewable in 'My Portfolio link') for iStockphoto.com. I've got a few other similar silhouette files of insects, fish and children/families as well which you can link to from 'My Portfolio' link. To download either a High-Res Jpeg, an .ai Vector File or to choose from over two-million

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-69475920596773431552008-05-01T13:57:00.002-06:002008-05-01T14:00:13.984-06:00

This is my recent illustration depicting an old vintage Motel Sign and Marquee I photographed and vectorized with Adobe Illustrator (viewable in 'My Portfolio link') for iStockphoto.com. I've got a few other Old Motel and Neon sign illustrations as well which you can link to from 'My Portfolio ' link. To download either a High-Res Jpeg, an .ai Vector File or to choose from over two-million other

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-87113015200639843532008-03-27T16:18:00.004-06:002008-03-27T16:24:07.306-06:00

This is my recent illustration depicting an imaginary bird I sketched up and vectorized with Adobe Illustrator (viewable in 'My Portfolio link') for iStockphoto.com. I've got a few other bird illustrations in the works as well, soon to appear. To download either a High-Res Jpeg, an .ai Vector File or to choose from over two-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply follow the red

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This is a generic illustration (not specific to any tribe or region) I composed along with several others (viewable in 'My Portfolio link') for iStockphoto.com. To download either a High-Res Jpeg, an .ai Vector File or to choose from over two-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply follow the red button (below) to my iStock Pofile page and click on 'View Portfolio'. I am GildedCage,

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-81829557237334027542007-12-07T19:27:00.000-07:002007-12-07T19:44:52.034-07:00

This is a fabulously simple and amazingly challenging little online Christmas card brought to you by the folks at O.C. Tanner >> Just click on the Penguins below and enjoy to your heart's content! Careful not to get addicted though, only 17 more shopping days until Christmas.

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Above is a detailed seasonal vector file of Vintage Christmas Tags. This image is versatile and could be changed and altered in anyway to fit your Holiday design needs. To download either a High-Res Jpeg, an .eps Vector File or to choose from over two-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply follow the red button (below) and 'View Portfolio'. Enjoy the big game or your favorite dvd

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-16707592736630856242007-11-06T21:25:00.000-07:002007-11-06T21:27:29.789-07:00

Above is a detailed silhouette vector file of playing children. A hi-res Jpeg is also included in the download. To download either a High-Res Jpeg, an .eps Vector File or to choose from over two-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply follow the red button (below) and 'View Portfolio'. Enjoy the big game or your favorite dvd on this widescreen beauty!

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-39511496195630729582007-09-24T13:02:00.000-06:002007-09-24T13:04:36.599-06:00

Ever heard of this before? How many other instances is the consumer fully being taken advantage of to look like a complete moron? I'd guess more than less.

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-37942174897290857322007-09-13T23:16:00.000-06:002007-09-13T23:22:13.371-06:00

These euros are doing some amazing stuff with the trial bikes! This 4+ minute video is of Joe Baxter and some of the crazy stuff he's pulling. TartyBikes.co.uk seems to have a good chunk of videos in the 'media' link. This one is decent, not as gnarly as the one that was emailed to me, but still phenomenal. Enjoy!

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You better think twice about using your cell phone in class. At least turn the ringer off!

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-86551893814816660782007-09-05T19:51:00.000-06:002007-09-05T19:57:15.923-06:00

Above is a widescreen plasma TV image, vector file with large Jpeg included in the download. Very detailed rendering. To download either a High-Res Jpeg, an .eps Vector File or to choose from over two-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply follow the red button (below) and 'View Portfolio'. Enjoy the big game or your favorite dvd on this widescreen beauty!

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-7110166374553721672007-09-05T12:47:00.000-06:002007-09-05T20:37:11.072-06:00

According to Apple, the best iPods ever were announced today. In a quick review of the apple.com website I'd have to say that there are indeed some pretty great updates to nearly the entire line. The only apparent changes to the iPod shuffle is the new four "color remix" options. I do not like the new colors. I liked the blue and orange from the last round of colors. I could do the standard gray,

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-81410738609556047262007-08-29T20:04:00.000-06:002007-08-29T20:14:36.974-06:00

It looks to be official from Honda, the 2008 Accord has been released. Click on the link>> Honda.com to see all about it from the source. More photos and details than you'll find anywhere else. No more spy photos and rumors.

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-13000488529411870412007-08-29T19:50:00.000-06:002007-08-29T19:56:11.443-06:00

I used to pass this sign frequently when passing through Arizona on my trips to Las Vegas or Southern California. "The Grand Canyon state welcomes You." Though I never made it to the Grand Canyon, I've been able to enjoy other small bits and pieces of Arizona in years past. To download either a High-Res Jpeg, an .ai Vector File or to choose from over two-million other stock photos and

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-3956471585920732172007-08-29T19:46:00.000-06:002007-08-29T19:49:13.292-06:00

Do a web search for "receive bacon" and you'll find all the funny images related to the old symbols we've seen our whole lives in public restrooms on the hand dryers. I think this one (above) is even funnier where the person is able to take it yet a third step and "enjoy bacon."

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-26027468032118677622007-08-27T08:34:00.000-06:002007-08-27T08:47:04.721-06:00

You have got to listen to this answer! A few times, this is the funniest thing. It seems she (Lauren Caitlin Upton representing South Carolina) thinks Iraq and South Africa are part of USA? No idea, I think she even mentions Asia in there somewhere. Either way, good stuff!Transcript below:Q: Recent polls have shown 1/5 of American’s can’t locate America on a world map. Why do you think this is?

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-3012749657896738122007-08-24T16:04:00.001-06:002007-08-27T09:21:52.352-06:00

I'm pretty anxious to see the new 2008 Honda Accord out in action. This may be obvious as this is my second post on the topic. I've compiled a few more links of interest reviewing the soon to be released model. This link from leftlanenews.com is packed with dozens of different spy photos. Here are a few others with various reviews from respected sources as well as consumer comments and opinions

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-32363728769609086352007-08-24T15:48:00.000-06:002007-08-24T15:58:04.449-06:00

Have you ever seen a more terrible logo than the Logitech logo above? What in the world is that supposed to be? I'd love for somebody to explain. Can anybody suggest a current logo out there that is possibly worse? I'd rather not display the Logitech logo on my blog, but I honestly think it was a practical joke on the company by the designer who rendered it. Ouch! It isn't like this company is

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-91150834541665378742007-08-21T08:43:00.000-06:002007-08-21T08:59:47.495-06:00

A new spin on an old landmark, this Vintage Las Vegas sign is here to fulfill your wildest design dreams. We've all travelled to Vegas for a weekend getaway and here is the perfect image to remind you of all of your winnings. To download either a High-Res Jpeg, an .ai Vector File or to choose from over two-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply follow the red button (below) and '

gildedcagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16792672906477613202noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8613925.post-29586729745265422882007-08-13T20:46:00.000-06:002007-08-14T00:16:32.642-06:00

Below is a sneak peek of the new 2008 Honda Accord that will be found in showrooms across America very shortly:I've been looking forward to this release, mainly because I have not been a big fan of the 2003-2007 (seventh generation). They did enhance the design in '06 by fixing the back taillights and improving the front grill a touch. I'd drive an '06 or '07 based off of those improvements. It

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Above is a photo of our new (color: slate green metallic) 2007 Honda Odyssey EX. We have had it for eleven months, and now feel qualified to write an owner's review. We have four young children, and bought it right before #3 and #4 (twins) were born. I was set on buying the new Honda Pilot until we discovered we were having twins. At the dealership we were hoping to get one of the last '06 models

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I just think that this is super funny, Pepsico recently disclosed that they pump 'Aquafina' bottled water out of the Missouri River from the water treatment plant! Ha Ha, suckers! This article shows us how silly the bottled water industry is. Let it please go away. Let more cities ban bottled water sales. "The secret is out -- bottler gets its water from the Missouri River" by Michael D. Sorkin.

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All the best Soviet imagery, Lenin, CCCP, kosmonauts, hammers, sickles and the communist works! This is only one example of great vintage stamps I've got available in my portfolio on iStockphoto. To download a High-Res version of this or other vintage stamp collections, simply click on this red button (below) and click on 'View Portfolio'.

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Just in time for opening day, this vector illustration of the baseball diamond will be a sure homerun. See it in action on the header image Redbirdreview.com and view 'member portfilio' to see the rest of my image collections.

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ALREADY SOLD 1993 Honda Accord LX, 4-door sedan with 143,400 miles. I am the second owner, have had it for 2.5 years and used it only for commuting to work most days. I average just over 30/mpg with it. I bought it with 116,000 miles on it from a non-smoking family who bought it new and outgrew it. They never lived in a snowy climate (no winter salt) and I've only had it in Northern Utah for one

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Just in time for spring/summer, here are some popular vintage fishing lures that I'm pretty stoked to be sharing right now. These illustrations are only one third of my vector lure renderings on iStockphoto.com >>To download this file or to choose from over two-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply follow the red button (below) and 'View Portfolio'.

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Decent to watch, but not close to being as good as Batman Begins. 'Superman Returns' did not distance itself from the old Reeve films, kind of goofy and predicable. I kept guessing what was coming and was right 7 times out of 10. I liked the actor for Clark Kent and The Man of Steel and Spacey was good for Lex Luthor.That is about it, nothing to get too excited about. They did pull off most of

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Solid, complete film. Left me with no wanting. Best 'superhero' film I've ever seen, better than any of the recent 'Spiderman' films. This film makes the whole 'superhero concept' believable or convincing, whereas many others are so ridiculous or far fetched that there is little connection to reality, (yes, i realize that comic book stuff is all fantasy anyways). I kept fearing that the film

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Shown above is a vector illustration of a freshwater trout recently added to my portfolio on iStock. Or maybe you see a salmon, char or grayling... In my portfolio on istockphoto.com you can find several other stock illustrations and photos like this one. Weekly on my blog, I'll feature an image from my collection of stock photos and other artwork there. To download this file or to choose from

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Are you kidding me!!! Insanely addicting and fun in its purest form:This flash game (or 'toy' as the artist, FSK, calls it) is on DeviantART and is quite challenging to make the little guy stay on his sled. His scarf and body actions are so real to life as he rushes down your created incline to his demise... Take a look at this (Wicked Action) in this olympic-scaled course that some nut job

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Shown above is an illustration of a vintage 1960 Saab 96 automobile which I've recently added to my portfolio on iStock. In my portfolio on istockphoto.com you can find several other stock illustrations and photos like this one. Weekly on my blog, I'll feature an image from my collection of stock photos and other artwork there. To download this file or to choose from over two-million other stock

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I'll be driving across the country from New York and back for over a month beginning June 25, 2006 and would love to display your advertising message or URL on 2'x3' magnetic advertising panels. Imagine the people your message will reach. I'm starting in Rochester, NY and heading west. A month later we'll be rolling back. Over a month of national exposure for your banner, wrap or whatever

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^ CLICK ON IMAGE ABOVE TO GO TO CAM. ^ Here is a screen capture I grabbed from viewing the cam. They are saying nearly 2 million people go there a day to see what is going on in the nest. If you really want to see the live web cam you may have to be a bit patient to get through the quick advertisement and to secure a stream through the heavy traffic, but it is possible and I've been able to see

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Shown above is a vintage photographic gem which I've recently added to my portfolio on iStock. This Kodak Duraflex II is an older camera that my mother owned. In my portfolio on istockphoto.com you can find several other stock illustrations and photos like this one. Weekly on my blog, I'll feature an image from my collection of stock photos and other artwork there. To download this file or to

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Shown above is a recent illustration i've completed which depicts an urban street and various tall buildings. in my portfolio on www.istockphoto.com you can find several other stock illustrations and photos like this one. weekly on my blog, i'll feature an image from my collection of photography and other artwork there. To download this file or to choose from over two-million other stock photos

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Shown above is a scenic sunset shot of Kolob Canyon in Zion National Park, Southwestern Utah. I took this in early-april of 2004. In my portfolio on www.istockphoto.com you can find several other stock images and photos like this one, especially of Southern Utah and the southwest states. Weekly I feature an image from my collection of photography and other artwork there. To download this file or

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Based off my recent post where I reported on joining the ranks of Video iPod owners, it is only fitting now that I also report on which case I have obtained in which to house the black gem. Again, I opt for the CHUMS 'Flip' to do the dirty work. (see pics below) So far I love this case and the protection and functionality it offers. My CHUMS Diddie (blue/red) was such a loyal trouper for 12+

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Shown here is my combat tank illustration rendered in vector (adobe illustrator). It is taken from my portfolio on www.istockphoto.com where I have several other stock images and photos like this one. Weekly I feature an image from my collection of photography and other artwork there. To download this file or to choose from over two-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply follow the

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Well, in an uplanned move, today ends with an iPod video in my possession. My 20 gB 4G has been fritzing out lately and freezing up on us when there was still nearly a full battery. Since we bought it at Costco 12.5 months ago, we took it in today for a refund and walked out with a new 30 gB black-beauty. Now i need to learn how to convert my personal video footage for iPod video compatibility.

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I walked in my front door after work on Valentines Day to see a present from my wife sitting on the dining table with a pretty ribbon around it. Five 2-litres of Vanilla Coke! Wow! Can you believe that, especially after all the recent chatter and reports on this blog about the sweet nectar being discontinued by the Coca-Cola Company? I had found a 2nd store that very day with a few bottles still

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The online Apple iTunes store is anticipating the billionth download sometime this week and the lucky customer to hit that 1,000,000,000 mark will enjoy a load of free goods as a reward: one (1) new 20" iMac computer, ten (10) 60gB iPods and a gift-certificate to the iTunes store worth $10,000! So if you time it just right you can be that lucky individual. Apple.com now has a counter on their

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Shown here is my abandoned shopping cart photo in b/w. It is taken from my portfolio on www.istckphoto.com where I have several other stock images and photos like this one. Weekly I feature an image from my collection of photography and other artwork there. To download this file or to choose from over two-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply follow the red button (below) and 'View

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check out this ebay auction! (click image) i don't think this can be legit. i'd be interested to ask the seller and/or buyer if this was for real, because in browsing the other vanilla coke products which are currently for sale on ebay, there appears to be no where near this kind of demad yet for the recently discontinued coca-cola product. with a winning bid of $192 and shipping over $11.00 this

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i designed and digitized this font, Pseudo Sachsen, a couple years ago for use on PC or Mac Platform (usable like any other font). there are several alphabets influencing these letterforms from a handful of medieval european tribes. i researched alphabets from the visigoths, goths, saxons and others to illustrate the influence they had in the development of the romans' alphabet before these

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Shown above are two drawings of vintage motel marquee signs. It is taken from my portfolio on www.istckphoto.com where I have several other stock images and vector drawings like this one. Almost weekly I'll feature an image from my collection of photography and other artwork here. To download this Hi-Res Jpeg file or to choose from over two-million other stock photos and illustrations, simply

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now this is very funny. combining the trailer of 'brokeback mountain' with video from 'back to the future' we see a masterpiece unfold. you might never look at 'back to the future' the same way again. click the 'play arrow' to view:

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Spring training is not far off and the inaugural World Baseball Classic will be upon us in a few weeks as well. Both are truely good signs and worth the anticipation. But the Cards opener in Philadelphia on April 3rd is what I'm looking forward to with excitement. Then one week later, on the 10th of April, newly finished Busch Stadium will host the home opener between the Cardinals and the

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vanilla coke has been replaced and is now discontinued! i now only know of one location where there is a small supply on the shelf. the replacement is black-cherry vanilla coke® and after first trying it, i was preparing my own review of the newly introduced coca-cola beverage until i found this review from a fellow blogger: Cheap Eats Blog. how can i compete with that? here is also the official

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the Christmas holiday brought a few new engines to join thomas and crew here at our house. the sleek Big City Engine, Oliver (not pictured) and James all arrived right on schedule. the new train table is also necessary addition and provides a great, elevated play area to keep all the engines, tracks and buildings contained in one area. the wooden curves and loops of the tracks stay nice and

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i own an iPod. i discussed my aquisition on this site last february, over eleven months ago! now the mono-toned, blue-screened 'old clunker' looks as outdated as the gen.1 iPod did to me last spring as a friend produced it one evening at a gathering. while my '4th.Gen' iPod is technically only one step back from the new video-enriched iPod ('5th.Gen') it came to me well before the sweeping

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okay, here is round #1 of my findings: on 31.aug.05 i ordered 98 prints from the images that i have uploaded into my online albums at snapfish.com and i retrieved them out of the mailbox on sept. 10th. i was notified on the 1st that they had shipped after the prints had been processed. i took advantage of the free 20 prints for first time users and paid $9.36 for the prints, $5.89 for shipping

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i do love this place! i recently moved to southern utah and heard that a location would soon come to my town. fabulous! i even saw their logo on the construction sign for the new shopping center off of I-15. soon the two crossed, tilting palm trees were planted on the corner and i knew it was just a matter of time til my tongue would be relishing in the bliss of a tasty burger. weeks and months

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as i hinted earlier in my ‘iPod Aquisition’ post, the case i have scored for my 4th generation 20 gb iPod is now available on the market. as of this morning, it can be found here: eBags.com or purchase through the manufacturer: CHUMSmy blue/red Diddie is perfect for durable protection as i’m always on the go, using my iPod for music listening and data storage/transfer back and forth from my

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wasn't feeling too hot at work on friday, so i left at noon to go home. after parking in my driveway, i walked down 3 houses to check the mail. coming back, across the street i noticed something on my neighbor's driveway which i've never seen before, and it took me a few seconds to figure out what in the world it was...it was a road runner! it was big. bigger than i'd thought they were (no, not

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okay, so perhaps it is a bandwagon purchase, but this 20gB iPod is simply mind-blowing! i've always owned Apple computers and can really only surf the web comfortably on a PC (trying any more on a PC results in an uneasy, sick feeling in my bowels). i grabbed the costco deal for 279.00 and walked out with a smile on my face. it was the HP version that said 'for windows'... come on, i'm smarter

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the recent rumour-buzz states that tonight is the night. the 75th appearance and the time of dethroning is at hand. tomorrow we'll know for sure. if this is the case, i just want to say mr. jennings has strong support coming from our home and extended family. what a streak! although i didn't get a chance to talk to him or shake his hand at a family reception late last summer, i was able to see

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closing in on my 3-year anniversary of membership on iStockphoto.com and if you care to look at my current portfolio of 105 images, click on button below: there are also thousands of other talented artists who've contributed in compiling the greatest collection online with now over 600,000 images. go, iStock, go!

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typed seconds before he closed his laptop and ran off to class on campus: ..."I need to find out what a blog is and how it can be usefull now I have to go to class."

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