Fire and Nice

If you're wondering why I don't post much anymore, it's probably because I'm convinced that no one reads this thing anymore. It's the same reason why I just don't like Facebook much either, since everyone bailed as soon as their moms joined. Part of the fun of a blog is response and reaction to the things I write or say, and since I don't get much, it's hard to care.

This is not a chastisement. I'm pretty sure I don't get comments because there's no one to comment, not because my few readers are all android automatons with no opinions; I'm pretty sure that's already been decided...

But for the three of you still looking at this blog, here's some tiny bits of info. And for those of you who "just don't have the time" or "hate to type in my URL because I just don't want to add another bookmark to my bookmarks menu", please remember this is the year 2009, and that Google Reader exists to eliminate any and all unneccessary clicking and typing. (And yes, that was a chastisement).

UPDATE: It has occurred to be that Google Reader's inability to allow you to make comments whilst reading from their website, or from your iGoogle page could be another factor... If so, then you are forgiven. Kinda...

- I've been sick for the past two weeks with various ailments. First it was a cold/flu thing that was mild, but annoying. Then, this lovely lump decided to make a cameo on the back of my neck and pester me with irritable to the touch pain and an ever increasing sense of "oh crap! Everyone is looking at the lump on my neck!" I did the research, and it seems to be a lymph node, loaded with toxins. Correct me if I'm wrong, anyone with medical knowledge better than Google...

- Saw Where The Wild Things Are two weeks ago, and loved it. I've defended it adamantly from the many naysayers who proclaim it is too scary or too "out there" for children. Yeah, it's not an easy film, but neither is Bambi, or The Dark Crystal, or Babe: Pig in the City, or The Black Stallion, but all of those films are memorable childhood favorites, and I can't wait to share them with my children. We underestimate our children's ability to "get it", and while it is up to every parent to know what media their child is watching, I do think those who wrote the film off from frame one need to re-evaluate. I could go on, but I won't. Apparently, "it's just a stupid movie" (direct quote. To me. From someone I don't know. On Facebook. See why I hate it?)

- Also saw The Box. Another challenging film, but not super fantastic. It's got a Donnie Darko sensibility, but without a lot of the heart. The mystery of the film is almost imperceptible at first glance (or possibly the third or fourth), but like Darko, I think there's something there. The overall arc is easy enough to follow, so no complaints there: it's just the broader moments (and the most bizarre) that still haven't quite been cracked. Most people will hate it, so don't take this as a "you'll love it" kind of recommend; it asks a lot of its audience (a LOT), and it gives very little back in return, so keep that in mind. If you're familiar with Richard Kelly, you can stomach it. If not, skip it. Or see it on TNT.

- I could also talk about Paranormal Activity, but what else can I say? It's freaky. It makes you question your own sanity as you walk down the dark hall to your bedroom, and especially as you fall asleep. I would have loved for the film to stick to its "fly on the wall" camera for most of it, but I suppose that film wouldn't have made $90 million at the box office... And, it could have been boring...

- I think I'm gonna get married in 2010. I'm accepting any applications starting next Thursday.

- I've been working the SDSU football games again. This year, I hate it even more. It pays well, so I stick to it, but I just can't abide that lifestyle. TV Sport production is a lot of work for very little reward, and so I just can't care that much. I do enjoy sitting in the truck during games, but so far, I haven't done that this year. I dunno. It gets a big fat LAME-O from this guy...

- I don't hate movies anymore. How's that for change?

- I say this all the time, but I'm trying to do better at this writing thing. And when I say that, I mean actually having a writing plan and a schedule. It's not easy. I've never been one for schedules, so its a stretch to believe that I'll be able to follow one. But, I need to. It hasn't quite hit me yet, but I'm sure I'll realize just how important having a lot of scripts written is very soon.

- For those who didn't know, I wrote a 30 Rock spec this last year that managed to be somewhat successful at the WB Writer's Workshop competition/application (what do you call it?). They were pleased to inform me that my script was in the top 5% out of about 1400 scripts, which is pretty decent. It wasn't good enough for their finals, but when has that ever mattered, right?

- I have a headache right now. How's that for up-to-the-minute!? It's gettin' like Twitter up in here!

- Speaking of Twitter, I'm beginning to prefer it as my means of social networking. I'm @bacoby13, in case you care.

- Google Wave, when used properly, is every bit as awesome as it's been hyped up to be. A must use with friends, colleagues and writing partners. Thanks to Jessica Lindsey Kendrick for the invite, courtesy of her husband, Arthur.

- I'm applying to grad schools. I think. I'm almost convinced of this. I need to be more convinced of this, as most of the deadlines are December 1st. And no, it's not law school. If you can talk me down from this, go ahead. I'm very much on the fence.

Later, gator-haters.