Jasonisms

The question shouldn't be Can Marvel Studios Change Hollywood but rather why Hollywood allowed itself to stagnate. http://www.buzzfeed.com/adambvary/marvel-studios-mega-franchise-hollywood

I would have said it's the 24-hr news cycle and punditry that caused a loss in trust amongst people. I've been lied to and stolen from; I've had people throw me under the bus for their own failures and I've had people betray the trust I've put in them. However, I truly believe most people are good people. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/30/poll-americans-trust_n_4363884.html?utm_hp_ref=politics&ir=Politics

Photography in Saudi Arabia isn't something I thought about much, especially if women wanted to become photographers. What about if women want to be photographed? This is an interesting read about overcoming hurdles in a restrictive culture. http://www.slate.com/blogs/behold/2013/11/30/olivia_arthur_photographs_saudi_arabian_life_in_her_book_jeddah_diaries.html

Ah, but had they downloaded a song the Army would have gone to prison and owed a trillion dollars. http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/the-switch/wp/2013/11/29/the-u-s-army-got-caught-pirating-180-million-in-software-its-settling-for-50-million/

Fight! Fight! Fight! #walmart http://gawker.com/the-best-walmart-thanksgiving-day-fight-videos-1473555155

There I was minding my own business, just chowing down on a hot dog and a soda, when I look up and see this guy grinding his coffee beans and wearing the the sweatshirt pictured below. As an atheist I am appalled at anything that can be interpreted as violence in the name of religion, whether Muslim jihadists , Jewish zionists or so-called "soldiers for Christ." As a veteran I am also appalled at these sorts of militant religious people. "Soldiers for Christ" sends the wrong message. First of all, Jesus preached against violence and harm. He was a hippy, peace, love, swords to plows and all of that.  So, I walked up to the man (after I finished my hot dog), tapped him on the shoulder and asked, "Are you a real veteran?" He didn't turn around, just looked at me over his shoulder, "No." "Oh, good," I said and walked away. He didn't argue or follow, nor did he create a scene. I fully expected him to be full of righ...

Sort of rewrites every supervillain, story from James Bond to Captain America, doesnt it? Huge elaborate schemes for launch codes and all they had to type in was a handful of 0s. http://gizmodo.com/for-20-years-the-nuclear-launch-code-at-us-minuteman-si-1473483587?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+gizmodo/full+(Gizmodo)

Just a little article about the metamorphosis from outlaw bike gang to outlaw biker brand. http://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/29/us/despite-outlaw-image-hells-angels-sue-often.html

George R. R. Martin talks Westeroes, Starks and cheese. :: spoiler alert:: http://www.empireonline.com/interviews/interview.asp?IID=1496

Rufus sucking on marrow earlier today. Yes, he was spoiled today. I was bored and he turns 9 this weekend.

Seems like Elan Gale and I could hang out and be friends. We have the same sense of humor only I dont really get nervous or worried. Happy Turkey Day, my American friends. For everyone else, Happy Thursday!! http://www.buzzfeed.com/rachelzarrell/this-epic-note-passing-war-on-a-delayed-flight-wins-thanksgi?s=mobile

Huh... Did you know you could share apps from the app drawer on your phone/device? This is new to me. I recommend Rando v 1.11. Visit the links from your Android device. Rando v 1.11 ( http://market.android.com/search?q=pname:com.ustwo.rando ) http://market.android.com/search?q=pname:com.ustwo.rando

Did you know one if the founders of 23andMe is married to Sergey Brin of Google? Imagine a world where all your likes, tastes and interests are stored right along side your genetic information.  http://google.com/newsstand/s/CBIwhNag7A4

Verizon. 'nuff said. On top of that, isn't the federal government building a giant data center out there in Utah? One would think they'd have rack space there, or something. Originally shared by William L. Weaver Blame it all on Verizon "The Department of Health and Human Services has tapped Hewlett-Packard to replace Verizon Communications' Terremark subsidiary as the Web-hosting provider for HealthCare.gov, the federal health insurance marketplace that has had a troubled rollout since launching in October." #ObamaCare   http://www.cnbc.com/id/101212040

Can anyone point Brian Dillard in the right direction? Please comment on his post, not this one. Originally shared by Brian DeVille I would appreciate any media coverage in regards to my complaint below. If you know of anyone that can provide media coverage for my issue, please let me know. Despite it being the “holidays” or “holy days” for some, for others, it is a time of grief; especially when your home is being threatened by your bank for NO LEGITIMATE REASON! I am currently having a problem with my bank Bank of America in regards to my mortgage. Despite NEVER missing a payment, and NEVER being late, I have been placed in their foreclosure department. So how did this all start?   Two months ago I applied for a home loan modification, based on the HAMP program (Home Affordable Modification Program). This is a program that is supposed to help homeowners who are still paying their mortgage, but need to modify due to changes in income. Bank of America assigned an “account manager” to...

Best headline I've seen all day. Via Elizabeth Bathory http://www.theregister.co.uk/2013/11/27/microsoft_encryption_nsa_spying/#null

Ha ha ha ha!! Originally shared by Paul Kalka Hahaha Not for you "I can't take a joke" folks

In at least one Georgia county you can be slave if you so choose. Doh! http://www.11alive.com/news/article/314245/40/DeKalb-County-juror-form-lists-slave-as-occupation

I've said it before and I'll say it again, the Fed won't take any action if a hundred million individuals have a concern, but things will change once the bottom line is in danger. Apparently the wrong link was shared. This is what the above comment refers to: https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2013/11/how-nsa-mass-surveillance-hurting-us-economy http://Salon.com

I fully believe the Tea Party is going to ostracize themselves from Republican party politics with their antics, not only at the national level but at the local as well. http://feedly.com/k/1cvfRLx

Did you know Steve Johnson runs a beef jerky review site? I dont know the URL off the top of my head. [Edited to fix the mistakes of my fat-fingered ancestors] http://feedly.com/k/1fJ8l4N

I'm just going to leave this here for a minute or until the interwebz shuts down. http://vimeo.com/m/79695097

Where is the world is that ? Maps are fun! http://wondernode.com/post/68172648992

T-Mobile and +AT&T arguing over who gets to the take the customer home.  Nice. :) Originally shared by Chris Sewell Shots fired

Destroy up to 40,000 lives and your penance in a measly 3-5 years. Seems fair, right? http://filmingcops.com/corrupt-government-chemist-tampered-with-40000-cases-locking-countless-innocent-americans-in-prison/

TIME has a great breakdown of the UN/Iran nuclear deal. http://world.time.com/2013/11/25/whats-the-deal-with-the-iran-nuclear-deal/?iid=gs-main-lead

Literally tapping the lines and Google tapped Level 3 Communications for their Starbucks Coffee initiative. Makes you feel safe and secure, huh? http://google.com/newsstand/s/CBIwmrfV-w0

Or, as I read this, Microsoft builds its brands on the misconceptions and half truths of other products. http://google.com/newsstand/s/CBIw34CN6Q4

Some writing guidelines for all of us. ;) Originally shared by David Sarachman I may Have Just Saved Your Life Now sometimes on occasion, I have been accused of leaning towards Hyperbole but those people are the pure evil and are probably responsible for the destruction of Alderaan. But this was more then a little bit amusing so I thought I would share it with you because you mean so much to me* #writing #geek *"Mean" might be a little bit strong....

Via Nate Taylor Not exactly safe for work, or NSFW if you dont want to read the previous clause. However, this is hilarious. Just watch the faces of the other people. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6DmHGYy_xk&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Don't drink more, drink better. I'm a fan of a good bourbon. Are you? http://www.businessweek.com/articles/2013-11-26/bourbon-sells-and-pricey-bourbon-sells-even-better

Have I mentioned how cool maps are? http://publicradiomap.com/

Just finished. Looking forward to the next one. https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=Df0YHVqktScC

Just watched this on Chromecast. Totally different experience than watching it on the laptop. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QU7WyuC8Hy8&feature=share

Stupid people are fun to laugh at. Yes, I'm being judgmental. No, it doesn't bother me.  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/23/should-have-googled-it_n_4329684.html

This would be a lot cooler if the pyrotechnics actually cooked or finished cooking the pie. ;) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13m1U-3rzUo&feature=youtube_gdata_player

There are a lot of times I dont even have cards in me, how in this universe am I supposed to remember an action figure of myself? http://google.com/newsstand/s/CBIwruqL5g4

Um, no. Totally not worth it. http://jalopnik.com/this-man-is-selling-one-of-his-nuts-to-buy-a-nissan-370-1469909659

The idea of capitalism is that with competition the market will take care of itself. However, when there isn't any real competition then the corporate behemoths can force their own version of 'acceptable practices' which allow companies like Boeing to manhandle local and state governments as well as bullying employees while their CEO is rewarded with a $25m bonus. http://www.salon.com/2013/11/23/bold_boeing_workers_refuse_to_screw_over_next_generation_partner/

Common sense from Cracked? Well, it had to come from somewhere, I suppose. http://www.cracked.com/blog/4-modern-sins-pretty-much-every-american-guilty-of/

Maps are fun. Colorado's dirty little secret is how prevalent drugs are in the 'burbs. How's your state stack up? http://m.washingtonpost.com/blogs/the-fix/wp/2013/11/22/how-and-how-much-the-50-states-do-drugs-in-4-maps/

How's your neighborhood fare? Don't let it lie to you, you don't need s u-name and password to look at reported crimes. https://www.crimereports.com/

My only JFK of the day. And yes, it had to be in maps. I love maps. It was surprising to see all the non-US locations popping up. http://www.slate.com/articles/news_and_politics/slate_labs/2013/11/kennedy_street_school_airport_and_more_memorials_to_john_f_kennedy_mapped.html

Well, its still #fidofriday where I am (and for some reason the OP disabled comments). This makes perfect sense as dogs are savants at watching body language of other dogs and people. Originally shared by KQED SCIENCE Dogs Watch Human Interactions To Assess Quality Of Treats “Ever get that feeling you’re being watched? Well, if you’re a dog-owner, you may have a point. Dogs are able to watch people’s interactions with one another to determine who holds yummier treats, according to a new study.” Learn more from Popular Science: http://goo.gl/jNBg2O ( Image: Gandee Vasan/Getty Images )

Kuakea Ali'i just shared this amazing photo!! Originally shared by Kuakea Ali'i (Bleach)

Would you let a Chinese company hold your data for a free 10 TB of space? Is there a stigma on Chinese provided products? Originally shared by Joachim Thomas "International users can soon get their hands on 10TB of free cloud storage from China’s Tencent - The Next Web" http://feedly.com/k/18v454I http://feedly.com/k/18v454I

This is sort of geared towards graphic designers and marketers, but you get the idea. Viva la customer! Originally shared by Daniel Ely Rankin http://www.boredpanda.com/sharp-suits-worst-client-comment-posters/

Let's hope this argument stands up on appeal. Originally shared by Chris Fink (OLD PROFILE) damn. about time. wow. Will this hold up on appeal tho?? http://thenewcivilrightsmovement.com/breaking-federal-district-court-declares-a-religious-income-tax-exemption-unconstitutional/politics/2013/11/22/79158#.Uo_UkJEhuPU

I know some people claim there's no difference between drinking beer from a bottle or a can, but I'm sure there is as, in my opinion, beer just doesn't taste right coming from a can. Either that, or the beer was terrible to begin with. Anywho, a Friday post about beer. http://qz.com/148774/beer-can-design-is-officially-a-thing/

via Joe Grande  You can contact Kyle at kyle.clark@9news.com with your "better snow pictures." ;) http://www.9news.com/video/2857639821001/1/9NEWS-anchor-pleads-for-better-snow-pictures

This is one of those cases where the restaurant manager needs to be fired. At least the corporate office is working to make amends, but a free meal isn't going to cut it when dignity and respect were compromised in this fashion. http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/3814099

In the mood for a Firefly marathon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8omJvCrwRdY&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Are you a helmet wearer, or do you shun protecting your noggin? Personally, I think I'm too pretty to risk riding without a helmet. Whatever would I do if something marred my money-maker? On the cost side, is it really everyone else's responsibility to cover the costs of a helmetless rider when that rider made a personal choice? In my opinion, if you choose to ride without a bucket on your head, you are choosing your own fate. A small investment is so much easier and more cost effective than risking brain damage or loss of quality of life because you "dont think helmets look cool." http://www.economist.com/news/united-states/21589881-feel-wind-your-hair-bill-taxpayer-your-injuries-no-brainer?fsrc=scn/fb/wl/pe/nobrainer

Today in Colorado. It's much colder than it looks.

Turning soldiers into iron men. Or, probably more accurately, those suits from GI Joe: Rise of Cobra . http://sploid.gizmodo.com/us-army-wants-to-get-iron-man-suit-for-troops-in-just-f-1467299501/@jesusdiaz?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+gizmodo/full+(Gizmodo)

I wonder what's happening at this mortuary...

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation invited all Americans to submit 272 words in honor of the sixteenth president's famous Gettysburg Address. To commemorate the sesquicentennial of the Address, on the 19th day of the 11th month of this, our 2013th year, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, Museum and Foundation challenge you to participate in an historic project: “272 Words,” wherein people from all walks of life write 272 words in the spirit of the 16th U.S. President. You can write about Abraham Lincoln, the Gettysburg Address or a cause which stirs your passions, but remember, in the spirit of Mr. Lincoln, write only 272 words.  This year I decided to submit 272 words of my own. Keeping in mind we're emulating a speech I wrote my 272 words in a manner characteristic of what I'd like to say to a throng of people. Short, succinct and hopefully pushing the right buttons to make people think. Two hundred and seventy-two words isn't a lot of room...

Are you a veteran of the US armed forces? A college student is studying sexual assault of LGBT members of the military and is looking for feedback from current and former service members. It would be exceptionally helpful if you happen to be gay or lesbian. I filled out the survey, but I am a straight man who never suffered any questionable situations. Originally shared by Kyla Myers My niece  is a Sociology and Psychology student at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS) and is also in the military. For her thesis she is doing a project on the treatment of LGBT folks in the military. If any of you are current or ex military, and willing to take her survey, she'd be grateful. The survey is anonymous.  https://uccspsych.co1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_9ZbpBzYOmW37uqF https://uccspsych.co1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_9ZbpBzYOmW37uqF

Since this handy-dandy infograph has already been shared all over the interwebz, I don't feel like my posting it is special anymore. However, I did take the time and effort to copy and past the link to this image so I'm going to publish this anyway. Why? Why not? I present unto thee, Google NOW commands! Google Now voice commands by trendblog.net

I live in Colorado and while Florida doesn't have the funnest roads to ride on, the weather is nicer year round. via Tina Walker  Originally shared by **** How popular is motorcycling in your state?

I'm thinking about giving this a try. What about you? #272words   Originally shared by Léo Campos 272 This is quite a challenge...not sure I can top it. Or better, I can top it, it's making it short and succinct is what is difficult. Read through some of people's submissions. Most of them are quite touching. http://www.alplm.org/272.aspx

Parking this here to watch later. For some reason the video isn't playing for me right now. http://www.slate.com/articles/video/video/2013/11/raiders_of_the_lost_ark_exploding_head_mpaa_forced_change_to_scene_to_avoid.html

It seems American interests aren't the only ones beholden to their corporate masters. Due to his age, a WWII seaman can't get insured by the parade organizers and is forced to relinquish his role as parade marshall, a role he has filled for 38 years. http://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/443425/Royal-Navy-hero-tells-how-Hitler-couldn-t-stop-him-but-health-and-safety-zealots-have

Earlier today I received a normal weekly correspondence from the local city council person for the area in which I live. Every week he sends out a missive about what he feels is an important issue before the council, letting us all know about social and educational events in the city and occasionally tidbits of trivia or a joke. This week's email reads in part: In My Opinion With the recent attention received regarding a Pit Bull that was traveling through Aurora being taken to it's new home in New Jersey, and while it was here it attacked another dog in a park, the breed specific legislation in our City is again being challenged. Since it has come to light again, opponents of our ordinance are contacting elected officials in the City  hoping to convince us to reconsider our positions on not allowing certain breeds of dog in the City limits. This week I have received no less than half a dozen emails from people asking me to consider support of liftin...

Crashed the Google+ app twice in 3 minutes. I suppose it's time for bed. 'Night y'all.

After spending the last few weeks on my netbook, this laptop seems huge. Wow!

Watching this HISTORY Channel show about Cults. I've read books about cults and secret societies, but this documentary actually starts with something I never thought I'd hear on the History Channel: Christianity began as a cult. So did the Church of Mormon.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPaIU0s0Hgk

I dont know any more details about this story other than what's in the article, but if the facts are true then Old Navy needs to be boybotted. If not all stores then at least that one. Originally shared by Angela Yarnicorn http://americanmilitarynews.com/2013/11/army-vet-banned-old-navy-store-florida/

I haven't posted recently since my computer went kaput, but I've been wanting to, so here's a couple of Android shots of Charlie playing tug-o-stick with Willow, the pit bull mix at the dog park this morning. These are, of course, edited with Snapseed.

There are four videos in this series about Super Mario. Check them out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBRVSdwpjzo&feature=youtube_gdata_player

#fidofriday with Rufus at the Great Sand Dunes National Monument (last week).

The good news is, my new laptop motherboard arrived 3 days earlier than the expected delivery date. The bad news is, I don't know how to tear down my laptop for replacement.  I need help. (and hopefully it fixes everything) I'm looking at you, Nate Taylor . :D

Why don't people have deer ranches, you might ask. I mean, they're tasty and anything tasty eventually ends up on a farm somewhere. Well, to be fair, deer are evil. Not evil like Dr. Evil, Lex Luthor or Sarah Palin, but evil in a more primal sense. Read on to discover why. Originally shared by Wayne Meador Why we shoot deer in the wild: (A letter from someone who wants to remain anonymous, who farms, writes well and actually tried this) I had this idea that I could rope a deer, put it in a stall, feed it up on corn for a couple of weeks, then kill it and eat it. The first step in this adventure was getting a deer. I figured that, since they congregate at my cattle feeder and do not seem to have much fear of me when we are there (a bold one will sometimes come right up and sniff at the bags of feed while I am in the back of the truck not 4 feet away), it should not be difficult to rope one, get up to it and toss a bag over its head (to calm it down) then hog tie it and transpo...

In #Floriduh hunting deer out of season is a crime. Shooting deer from the side of the road is a crime, as well. Shooting robot deer, from the side of the road while not within hunting season, is also apparently a crime. Ironically, Florida is a Tea Party libertarian state, with their governor, state legislature and members of congress all being so far right as to seem violet. Take that mentality, the idea of I can do whatever I want because the government is stupid and then apply it here where three layers of regulations have been violated. Or put hoodie over the next deer and call it justified. http://www.outsideonline.com/author-bios/Erik-Tormoen.html

I had no idea pink didn't exist. Did you? http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2013/11/color-pink-doesnt-exist-can-see/

Dogs committing suicide? Here's a little mystery for your #fidofriday http://www.kernelmag.com/features/report/6848/the-curious-incident-of-the-dog-suicide-bridge-2/

The worst part about having ideas to write about is not having the ability to write them down. Last week, without notice, my laptop died on me. Allow me to explain: I was actively using my laptop one morning last week. Using as normal: social networking, job hunting, etc. You know, nothing out of the ordinary. This went on for about two hours when I decided it was time to take the dogs to the dog park. Sometimes we head over to the dog park mid-afternoon and sometimes mid-morning. A couple of weeks ago I met a really pretty very intelligent girl during one of our mid-morning jaunts and a few days later ran across her again at roughly the same time. So, naturally, I've been heading over there at roughly the same time. Mid-morning. I set the laptop down on the ottoman (on the cooling tray it rarely ever leaves) and let MS Windows naturally fall into hibernation mode while I was away. A couple of hours later I return. The laptop is still sitting where I left it, the fan is run...

So, can you edit Vines? Is that the Twitter video sharing or the Instagram video sharing? I get confused. http://gawker.com/i-cant-stop-watching-this-college-kids-hilarious-vine-1464304136?utm_campaign=socialflow_gawker_facebook&utm_source=gawker_facebook&utm_medium=socialflow

Did anyone go get their free swastika? http://m.newser.com/story/177543/tattoo-parlors-packed-for-free-swastika-day.html