I hate to glory in somebody else's affliction, but after 11 of the past 12 years of their triumph, it's good to see balance restored to the galaxy. I wish I could take any credit, but meh!
Pomona's marching band is under new leadership, so while a drop in scores is difficult, it is understandable. So is Douglas County's band who experienced a big drop as well.
Congrats to Legacy, and to Arapahoe on a close score as well.
Sunday, October 29, 2006
Sunday, October 15, 2006
A really good day...
Yesterday was UNCs Homecoming game. I was invited to play with the alumni band. A group of about 10 of us stood together and played with the rest of the Pride of the Rockies Marching Band during pre-game. Then we sat with our sections (I was with the baritones) and played during the game.
All I can say is: I really miss marching band. The team lost 34-0 (28 of the points were scored in the first quarter), but the marching band never really cares - we still had a good time.
When we were getting in the stands, one of the current Pride members saw my shirt which said "Pride '93" on it and whispered to her friend "Wow! Did you see how long ago these guys were here?!?!!" I laughed... I thought to myself: "These guys must be in their 30s!!!"
It's amazing how much I still had memorized thirteen years later. It really was a good time -already making plans to go back for next year.
All I can say is: I really miss marching band. The team lost 34-0 (28 of the points were scored in the first quarter), but the marching band never really cares - we still had a good time.
When we were getting in the stands, one of the current Pride members saw my shirt which said "Pride '93" on it and whispered to her friend "Wow! Did you see how long ago these guys were here?!?!!" I laughed... I thought to myself: "These guys must be in their 30s!!!"
It's amazing how much I still had memorized thirteen years later. It really was a good time -already making plans to go back for next year.
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
Star Wars - Limited Edition
There seems to be quite a stink amongst the geeks about the latest release of Star Wars. So, I thought I'd weigh in...
I have IV and V, and VI will be on my Christmas list. I am one of those people who loved Star Wars, but never really got into the merchandizing side. I've never owned a light saber and all the toys that I have, I got as gifts. The only purchases I have are the Burger King Ep. III collection and the Ep. I Pepsi can collection.
I didn't have the original VHS tapes, but I have the Special Edition VHS, and the prequel and digitally remastered DVDs. So, I always sort of wondered how much got changed in the Special Edition. Now I know... Those who already have the first run of VHS (or, better yet, the original Laser Disks) really don't need to buy these - unless the VHS tapes are showing wear and tear or their laser disk player has died.
I, for one, like the new release. As advertised, it is untouched. Anybody expecting really cool special features will be sadly disappointed, but no special features were advertised. Anybody expection the Special Edition without the digital effects will be sadly disappointed, but again, "untouched originals" is what was advertised. Sorry.
My only real disappointment with the new series is that it was packaged with the digitally remastered DVDs - you get both the new and the old DVDs. So, now I'm the proud owner of two sets of the "digitally remastered". Oh well, they'll make great Christmas presents for someone...
I have IV and V, and VI will be on my Christmas list. I am one of those people who loved Star Wars, but never really got into the merchandizing side. I've never owned a light saber and all the toys that I have, I got as gifts. The only purchases I have are the Burger King Ep. III collection and the Ep. I Pepsi can collection.
I didn't have the original VHS tapes, but I have the Special Edition VHS, and the prequel and digitally remastered DVDs. So, I always sort of wondered how much got changed in the Special Edition. Now I know... Those who already have the first run of VHS (or, better yet, the original Laser Disks) really don't need to buy these - unless the VHS tapes are showing wear and tear or their laser disk player has died.
I, for one, like the new release. As advertised, it is untouched. Anybody expecting really cool special features will be sadly disappointed, but no special features were advertised. Anybody expection the Special Edition without the digital effects will be sadly disappointed, but again, "untouched originals" is what was advertised. Sorry.
My only real disappointment with the new series is that it was packaged with the digitally remastered DVDs - you get both the new and the old DVDs. So, now I'm the proud owner of two sets of the "digitally remastered". Oh well, they'll make great Christmas presents for someone...
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