I waited a long time for "The Host" to be available. the instant I saw it on ebay, I damn near turned over my chair placing a bid.
I have to say, I was not disappointed.

The Host, or Goemul - "Monster" as it is also known is Korean director Joon-ho Bong best work sofar, with 14 Awards and 9 nominations.

The film starts out reliving an actual event. Back in Febuary of 2000 US Military researchers dumped some 20 gallons of formaldehyde into the Han River.
Move along a year or so later and we meet the Park family. There is the joyful and lovely Hyun-seo. Sweetheart of a 10 year old that looks after her dad Gang-Du. Gang-Du and his father Hie-bong own a little food wagon at the beach. Gang-Du's sister Nam-Joo is on television in the Olympics going for a gold in archery. Which she chokes up on and comes home with a bronze. The younger brother Nam-il is introduced after Hyun-seo is eaten by the monster. The slimy mutated monster is not the most dangerous thing in the film by any means. Director Joon-ho Bong, shows us just how callous and judgmental we can be as human beings . Indeed the entire Park family shows a borderline and sometimes open disgust for each other, as does everyone they encounter. But like true dysfunctionals, you mess with one and you messed with them all. The Parks stumble and struggle their way through underhanded "G-men", backstabbing friends, and each other to meet one goal. "Kill that slimy sombitch that ate or baby girl".

The Parks are not the only bungled and botched people in this film, however. The American and South Korean government manage to bungle things in true Big Brother style all the way through. Things go from bad to worse consistently every time the Park family encounters government men. From the self assured and pompous cop that threatens them to the American doctor that wants to dissect Gang-Du.

The music was sensual and touching when it needed it most. I especially liked the theme to Hyun-seo's escape. The sound effects were bone rattling every time. Thundering footsteps and bone crunching impacts that made you flinch, cause you knew it hurt. I love the visual effects for the monster. It was new and unique in its design. And more over, unlike most films, this beast doesnt care what time it is. Day or night, if he's hungry he is going to hunt. This allows you some great views of what a lumbering mass it is.

I dont want to give away too much of the film, as its a great thrill to watch. I highly recommend it.

Well, not a lot happening with me.
Not really. I've turned into a loner hermit lately.
I am trying to relax more. The doctors say my ulcer is growing.

But I do have plans.
Next weekend, Im going to head down highway 71. I saw some great shops on the side of the road today.
After talking to the instructor, I think I will not be skydiving.
I hate heights. Alot. Bearing this in mind the last thing I need is to get up there and panic.
"Mr L.. Mr L... STOP STRUGGLING! Let me pull the cord!"
Yeah. Bad idea all around.

Mom's doing well. Shes painting. And unpacking boxes.
it took 7 years but she is finally unpacking.
Oh and she said one of the coolest things to me.
she called on Saturday just to say, "I love you. and thank you for always being on my side."
Which, thats just an awesome thing to hear from your parent.

But I digress.
Since I have to relax and I am getting to be a timeless old geezer, I decided to try something. I am employing a new thinking. Making a new direction. WWMFD.
Thats right WWMFD. What Would Morgan Freeman Do.
I think thats who I want to grow up to be.

Alright..
Gotta run, and remember
We are all just howler monkeys with Keyboards

I have been moved into a new job area.
Not really what I wanted to happen. I have been moved from hosting support to Network operations. Well, I didnt actually move. More like "here have some more of this, bitch". I do Network Support and domain support. Along with company name management, abuse management, and new client migrations.

Thats right I am a NOC Monkey now with feathers now.
In celebration Paul placed a plaque on my door. A simple 8×8 image of a howler monkey..
I know.. Its so me.
So now I have access to major network systems. Except, I dont really.
I do not have passwords to the mail servers, but I do have the APs and domain servers.
I also have control of the company credit card to a degree.
Can you say Aruba? I bet you can.
No, seriously, I would not do that. Fuckers would find me. I know they would.
with my new position I am the email and copyright abuse guy.
which means if you stole someones website or you download illegal MP3s I turn you off. Well, maybe. If its good music its alright. But I catch you downloading some Brittany Spears or Songs from the Crystal Cave, your ass is shutdown.

Oh. I forgot to mention.
I am commercial service collections too.
And I am good at it.
“So umm, its like dis. You want email. We wants our money. Caprice?”, or my favorite, “[sign] It would be a terrible thing if your website got lost you know? Caprice?”
Thats right. E-Guido on the roll baby.

Wait hold up. I have to look at this flag.
Someone is downloading a large file. A big File.
Downloading ‘I know who Killed me’. OH OH that bitch is outta here. Get that crap off my network.

Alright..
Gotta run, and remember
We are all just howler monkeys with Keyboards

Monday, January 7, 2008
You may feel as if your time is running out -- and it is. Although others may not understand your predicament, unfinished business can stand between you and your goals. With the Moon back in your sign, expect a higher level of anxiety, moodiness and restlessness. Unless it's truly urgent, try not to start a new project until after tomorrow's New Moon.

Hell of a thing for today aint it?

A little about 2007 ...
I think this sums up a lot of 2007.
enjoy...

Where did you begin 2007?
Pretty tanked up, at home

What was your status by Valentine's Day?
singularity

Were you in school (anytime this year)?
course not

Did you have to go to the hospital?
yeah.. had to crawl into emergency

Did you have any encounters with the police?
Yes. Fuckers.. that taser hurt.

Where did you go on vacation?
Vacation? What is this thing?

What did you purchase that was over $500?
Nothing in 2007

Did you know anybody who got married?
Yeah... Hopey and Jeff

Did you know anybody who passed away?
Poppy. (granddad)

Did you move anywhere?
Does the couch count??

What sporting events did you attend?
I went to a drinking competition.

What concerts/shows did you go to?
I had to work and missed it.. =(

Where do you live now?
H-Town

Describe your birthday.
pretty much it was like yesterday... long, tedious and boring

What's the one thing you thought you would never do but did in 2007?
nothing really. Not a thing

What has been your favorite moment(s)?
When I explained to someone what you NEVER say to black people.

What's something you learned about yourself?
I may not be the cutest, or the smartest. BUT, I am a great guy. I deserve to be treated that way

Any new additions to your family?
LOL.. noooooo

What was your best month?
October?

Who has been your best drinking buddy?
I dont have one..

Made new friends?
yes..

Favorite Night out?
Halloween I think..

Any regrets?
wasting time with people who are not worthy.

What do you want to change in 2008?
wanna get laid. That would be a nice change

Overall, how would you rate this year?
umm.... It was alright. Inspite of everything..

What would you change about 2007?
I would have saved some money

What did you like most about 2007?
Working.

Other than home, where did you spend most of your time?
Work., karaoke bars.....

Have any life changes in 2007?
Yes.. Im getting closer to being that guy I want to be.

Change your hairstyle?
Yep. Keep it shaved now..

New BF/GF?
.... no.... definantly not

Get a new job?
NO.. still at the acid mine

How old did you turn this year?
dunno... the alzheimers is kicking in

Do you have a New Year's resolution?
just one... Never again

Do anything embarrassing?
Not to me.. to them maybe but I enjoyed it

Buy anything new from eBay?
Not this year.. my supplier is missing.

What was your favorite purchase?
One slightly used soul...

Get married or divorced?
no.. did that already.

Get arrested?
No.. I dont believe in witnesses

Be honest - did you watch American Idol?
Hell no. Wish they would take it off

Did you get sick this year?
Course.. Its Houston. Youre bound to catch something

Start a new hobby?
How about re-started.. Origami

Been snowboarding?
I dont have that kind of balance

Are you happy to see 2007 go?
I dont know.. Only if 2008 is better and has something to offer

Drank Starbucks in 2007?
Yes. Twice.. under protest

Been naughty or nice?
That would depend on who you asked.

What are you wishing for in 2008?
Pretty much getting some regular would be good with me.

What did you do in 2007 that you'd never done before?
Put the world in its place

Did you keep your new years' resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
Didnt have one last year. just one this year.

Did anyone close to you give birth?
I aint no baby daddy

What countries did you visit?
Little country called Looney Land.

What would you like to have in 2008 that you lacked in 2007?
hahahaha..... yeah, you go way now...

What date from 2007 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
Im old. I dont remember things like that

What was your biggest achievement of the year?
Um.. I realised.. I dont need to swim upstream.

What was your biggest failure?
Pretty much, would be when I took out the mail server at work.

Did you suffer illness or injury?
Yes. one big one

What was the best thing you bought?
DVDs..

Whose behavior merited celebration?
Dunno.. you do anything special?

Whose behavior made you appalled and depressed?
Penny actually...

Where did most of your money go?
beer and midget hookers =)

What did you get really, really, really excited about?
That I didnt dislocate my shoulder again doing that

What song will always remind you of 2007?
I'm So Happy I Can't Stop Crying

Compared to this time last year, are you:
i. happier? .. dunno.. people tell me I am
ii thinner or fatter? thinner.. lost too much weight over it..
iii richer or poorer? I be a broke bastard

What do you wish you'd done more of?
Reading.. really.. more reading and practicing.

What do you wish you'd done less of?
wallowing in my own juices

How did you spend Christmas?
playing video games

Did you fall in love in 2007?
umm.. thought I did... thought I did..

How many one-night stands?
LOL... its me... you know thats a dumb question

What was your favorite TV program?
hate TV.. stupid box..

Do you hate anyone now that you didn't hate this time last year?
hate no... I save my hate for special people. I keep the hate next to the burlap sacks and the hammer.

What was the best book you read?
Proven Guilty

What was your greatest musical discovery?
Boney James

What did you want and get?
Nothing I actually wanted happened. And I got a bigger ulcer and colder blood.

What was your favorite film of this year?
Grindhouse baby. could be cause it was a group thing

What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you?
Didnt do jack. Im almost 42, Just one week to go.

What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?
I think that would be Amber. Just off the top of my head

How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2007?
What broke people wear

What kept you sane?
nothing.. Im still sliding down that grade to mental instability... wanna throw me a rope?

Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?
fancy? did you really say that? gods!

What political issue stirred you the most?
People asking me about politics.

Who did you miss?
several people. But its all free-will. You cant make someone be there.

Who was the best new person you met?
probably Sara. nut case.. :) .

Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2007:
Be depressed if you choose. The suns coming up tommorow anyway, and you will still be alive.

Quote a song lyric that sums up your year:
I saw that friend of mine, he said, "You look different somehow."
I said, "Everybody's got to leave the darkness sometime."