U2 360 Tour Comes To University of Phoenix Stadium
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009 Posted in Hobbies and Interests | No Comments »After many years of wanting to see U2 live but always missing the opportunity (concerts sell out), I finally got to see themalong with my lovely wife Irma in their biggest, baddest show yet - U2 360. Tuesday, October 20th at the Cardinals stadium is where it all took place and although the show here didn't sell out (Phoenix you suck), there were about 55,000 in attendance.
Our First Hot Air Balloon Ride
Thursday, April 30th, 2009 Posted in Hobbies and Interests | Comments OffIn celebration of our 18th wedding anniversary, Irma and myself decided to do something we had both desired to accomplish for some time - to ride in a hot air balloon. We did just that this last Monday where we reached heights of up to 4,300 feet and lows just above the rooftops of Anthem homes.
Magnificent Cover of U2’s “Magnificent”
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009 Posted in Hobbies and Interests | No Comments »I just love the song "Magnificent" of U2's new album, No Line on the Horizon. That is why I was thrilled to come across this very well done cover of the song done in "acoustic style." It is really phenomenal that the guitarist can play and sing the song at the same time. It appears from the URL that is included in video that the trio is a band from Brazil called "Lunares."
A Week of U2 on David Letterman Show
Sunday, March 8th, 2009 Posted in Hobbies and Interests | No Comments »I like the Letterman show and watch it from time to time, especially if there is a guest on that I want to see. I don't think I have ever watched the show religiously for a week straight. Last week was an exception because one of my favorite bands, U2, appeared on the show every night.
Human Flight Getting Closer Every Day
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008 Posted in Hobbies and Interests | 5 Comments »Have you ever dreamed of flying? I'm not referring to airplanes, balloons or even hang gliders but to fly as the birds do would be simply fantastic. Good news for such enthusiasts is that there are several companies that are working hard to make such a dream a reality. There are in fact several products either already available or being developed that will make human flight a very real possibility. Unfortunately for now it is reserved ...
U2 – A Diary: New Book Chronicalling the Life of U2
Tuesday, September 30th, 2008 Posted in Hobbies and Interests | 1 Comment »The band U2 has always been one of my favorites. From Bono's superb singing voice to Edge's unique guitar playing style to the quality and substance of their music, they have always thrilled me with their music and performances. Now a new book has been authored by my very good friend, Matt McGee that details all of the relevant day-to-day events that have shaped U2 into the band it is today. It provides the important ...
Is an Amusement Park Finally Coming To Arizona?
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008 Posted in Hobbies and Interests | Comments OffFor years there have been rumors that a major amusement park would be built in Arizona. Recently it was speculated that Six Flags had bought land somewhere north of New River Arizona and was planning on building an amusement park. It was a rumor. There have also been rumors that an all-indoor park was being planned. Now there is news that a group is planning on building a park somewhere between Phoenix and Tucson.
Netflix Credits Customer Accounts 15% – Is It Enough?
Monday, August 18th, 2008 Posted in Hobbies and Interests | 3 Comments »If you are not one of the 8 million subscribers that Netflix currently has, you may or may not have heard about the DVD rental giant's disaster last week when their shipping system all but died. It all started last Tuesday when Netflix reported a technical glitch that prevented them from sending out DVDs to subscribers. Those issues continued at many of their 55 distribution centers through Thursday when on Friday they finally appeared to ...
20 All Time Most Memorable Movie Characters
Wednesday, July 30th, 2008 Posted in Hobbies and Interests | 7 Comments »I have seen a lot of great movies in my time. Interesting story lines, amazing cinematography, incredibly suspenseful, out of this world funny and the like. One thing I really enjoy besides these elements is intriguing characters that are acted out extremely well. With that, I give you my all-time top list of favorite movie characters.
Netflix – You Need To Increase Your Inventory!
Tuesday, March 18th, 2008 Posted in Hobbies and Interests | 2 Comments »I love Netflix - the ease of ordering DVDs online and getting them in your mail box. I am currently on the "3 at a time - unlimited" meaning I can have 3 DVDs out at any time and order as many as I can watch each month. I have always bucked at Blockbuster's online DVD rental service not only because I am still bitter for all the late fees they charged me over the years, ...
