Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog

A 43- minute musical film, written and directed (and music) by Joss Whedon! (You know, the Buffy the Vampire Slayer/Firefly guy!)

Starring Neil Patrick Harris! And probably some other people!

I know, I know...I'm probably like the last person to hear about this as apparently it was sort of an internet sensation. What can I say, sometimes I live in a bubble. But my bubble has been popped and I don't know about you, but nothing says comedy like a singing super-villain. A Neil Patrick Harris singing super-villain.




I also learned that, due to it's popularity, this video has been released on DVD with commentary by Joss Whedon. Brilliantly, the commentary was also done in musical form. It rhymes and everything.

Sweet.

Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life

An easy notion to forget, particularly when you've had a crap day before 10am. I won't go into the details, but let's just say I needed some cheering up. And fast.

The blokes of Monty Python are the very epitome of silliness and embody the idea that life is a bunch of shit, so let's make fun of it.

Yes. Lets!







And let's not forget this classic.

I feel better now, don't you?

Words To Live By

Merry Christmas!

My Blouse Runneth Over

This classic clip from the I Love Lucy show perfectly exemplifies my life these days.

'Tis the season.

Scratch The Economy On The Butt

Where have I been? Hard to say. The last few weeks have been kind of a blur. But while we're waiting for my brain cells to recoup, let's enjoy this educational video about voting!

Black Books

Another new favorite British comedy, Black Books staring Dylan Moran. It's genius. I love it. Have a look!

Dick Move Of The Week

I think Jon Stewart is brilliant. What I love about this bit is not just the sharp humor that is typical of the Daily Show, but that a valid point is made so effortlessly.



To further his 'dick' status, John McCain mocks Obama's advice to all Americans to keep vehicles properly maintained and tires properly inflated to reduce our fuel consumption. Right. Because we wouldn't want to reduce our fuel consumption or save money. Dick.

The IT Crowd

My new favorite show, people. It combines my affection for geeks with my love of British comedy. Enjoy a laugh!

A Funny For Your Day

Read me.

Laugh.

Buy new deodorant.

I love you, Amalah.

What Would Jesus Drive?

During a conversation while lying in bed with my husband, discussing dinner for Sunday, the following statement is made, which spurred an entirely new discussion:

Nick: "Sunday is for Monster Trucks. And Jesus."

Me: "Monster trucks, huh?"

Nick: Yeah. If Jesus were alive, he'd be driving a monster truck."

Me: "Whatever you say, dear."

Nick: "You don't believe me?"

Me: "Well, what kind of a monster truck would he drive?"

Nick: " A big one. And it would run off bio-diesel that he made himself."

Me: "What would he make it out of?"

Nick: "Whatever bio-diesel is made out of. I don't know how to make it! Jesus was the farmer."

Me: "Um, I think Jesus was a carpenter."

Nick: "Oh. Well, what do you think he would drive?"

Me: "I think he'd be driving, like, a 1965 Pinto. With bumper stickers on the back that say 'Jesus Saves'."

Nick: "Okay, that's where you're wrong. The Pinto wasn't manufactured in 1965."

Me: "You're a geek."

Nick: "Well, it wasn't. And Jesus wouldn't drive no Pinto and he certainly wouldn't drive an AMC Gremlin."

Me: "What the hell is an AMC Gremlin?"

Nick: "The car from Waynes World."

Me: "Oh! He would totally drive one of those! And it would have mis-matched doors."

Nick: "Monster truck."

Me: "Go to sleep."

What Can Microsoft Office Do For You?

I love LOVE Amy Sedaris. She brightens my whole day!

Mmmm! Tastes Like Truthiness!

Nation! Open wide for a big ol' scoop of liberty.

Stephen Colbert's Americone Dream Ice Cream by Ben and Jerry's is sweeter than the Bill of Rights, colder than Valley Forge and with twice as much caramel as the Louisiana Purchase.

Stephen has packaged Truth, Justice and Liberty into a convenient pint-size, recyclable container. Americone Dream is a decadent melting pot of vanilla ice cream with fudge-covered waffle cone pieces and a caramel swirl. Everything that makes this country great. Open your mouths and grab a spoon to fight terrorism, beat global warming and to keep Americas children off drugs!

“I’m not afraid to say it. Dessert has a well-known liberal agenda,” Colbert said in a statement. “What I hope to do with this ice cream is bring some balance back to the freezer case."

Proceeds from the sale of Americone Dream will go to charity through The Stephen Colbert AmeriCone Dream Fund. The Fund supports charities of importance to Stephen such as food and medical assistance for disadvantaged children, helping veterans and their families, and environmental causes. Said Colbert, “I will save the world.”

Enjoy, America! - Or go On Notice!

Happy π Day

I can't count the number of times in a day I ponder the circumference of circular objects I come in contact with.

What's Wrong With Vanilla?

I know several men who dislike scented candles. My husband is probably one of them but, bless his heart, he never says anything. Even when the incense comes out. Seriously, though...who doesn't like vanilla or jasmine?

Apparently, a bunch of men.

And as such, someone decided to corner the market on solving male olfactory offenses. So here ya go guys. Candle scents made just for you!

These scents are ridiculous. Really. Bacon cheeseburger? Who wants that scent wafting through their home? Dirt? Come on. And Ballpark? Have you been to the ballpark lately? It smells like ketchup and body odor. Charming.

I must admit, however, that there are a few scents that peak my curiosity. Like the "4th of July", for example. " The combination of gunpowder and sulfur gives this man candle the distinctive fireworks smell...". I dunno, that could be awesome. I like fireworks.

Or how about "Sawdust"? "...for the rugged handyman that just can't get enough of that workshop scent. Any woodworker, lumberjack or craftsman will recognize this familiar scent of freshly cut wood." Personally, I quite enjoy the smell of lumber, though admittedly, I've only ever enjoyed it while camping or at the Home Depot.

The one 'Mantern' that I believe can please all and, perhaps, bring peace to this olfactory battle of the sexes is the "Cinnamon Bun". Let's get real, people. Who doesn't like cinnamon buns?

So perhaps there is something to these 'Manterns'. Although, it would probably cost you less (Manterns run between $12 and $20, plus $9 shipping) to tell your wife how beautiful she looks and plant your best, most romantic kiss. Then explain how you would love nothing more than to share some of her delicious cinnamon buns together. Perhaps she'll just bake you some. :)

As a side note, this strategy may not work as effectively in obtaining, say, some freshly cut lumber or fireworks. Though it may get you beer and/or hot wings.

Crunchy On The Outside, Chewy In The Middle

A conversation with my husband while eating a few chocolate chip cookies from Paradise Bakery:

Me: "God, these are good cookies."

Nick: "They are good cookies."

Me: "I don't know what the secret is, but they are the ideal cookie! Slight crispy crunch on the outside and chewy in the middle."

Nick: "Just like you."

Me: "I'm crunchy on the outside and chewy in the middle?"

Nick: "Well, your insides are probably chewy."

Me: "Oh. You're probably right."

Weird Science

Here's a new way for you guys to get your heart rates up without breaking a sweat! Scientifically proven!



This video raises a few questions in my mind, most notably...what exactly were they trying to prove in this "scientific" experiment? The anticipation of having your nads shattered by a 50mph speeding tennis ball makes the heart race? Um, duh? Also, what the hell was this dude thinking when he volunteered? Could they have possibly replayed the clip of this poor guy crumpling to the floor any more?

I love the dude who tries to offer comfort by explaining that "you'll be glad to know we got amazing footage". Yes. I can tell he's super glad!

The closing comments from the guy in the red shirt are just the icing on this three-tiered cake of stupidity.

National Whatever Week. Observe something. Randomly.

It's National Random Acts of Kindness week! Do something random, for someone random. You never know how you may impact their day.

Also, it's National Snack Food Month (sponsored by the Snack Food Association. Oi, we have a Snack Food Association?). So, you know, show someone you care with a random bag of potato chips or an otherwise processed product made to resemble food. Just be sure to also include a random grapefruit in celebration of National Grapefruit Month and also to offset the junk food for American Heart Month.

It's all about balance.

Your "Mama" Must Be "Proud"

This comes from one of my new favorite blogs, The "Blog" of "Unnecessary" Quotation Marks. They find some of the best (er, worst) examples of the misuse of grammar and punctuation and is always good for a laugh. Cuz, you know, the stupidity of others is funny!

This one takes the cake as the all-time worst use of punctuation I have ever seen:


They go above and beyond here, not only abusing the hell out of the quotation mark, but also throwing in some random capitalization, parentheses and a comma at the end.

Well done, sirs....well done. Take a bow, this took some real effort.