Link of the Day [4.08.21]
Finally. They came to their senses. They were losing out on the money. Now the money shall be flowing. Maybe, we’ll start to see it streaming.
Do you remember love?
Godzilla vs. Kong
It has been a year since I’ve seen a movie in the theaters. Only something big can get me to risk it in an enclosed space with people even while the rona is still romping around. Big as in kaiju big! Godzilla vs. Kong.
I was watching the theater’s site for how many people will show up for the opening Friday. The cheaper tickets in the cheaper auditorium was filling up, so I took a chance and bought a seat in a slightly more expensive auditorium, the one I don’t really like, but it had not many people watching. Plus, they close out the seat next to you. I didn’t have to worry as there maybe was about a dozen people watching in the auditorium that could’ve seated eighty.
I was completely worried. I did not feel comfortable all the while I watched the film. I wonder if I am infected in anyway. But it was fine to be back. I really went for the popcorn. That is all different as I couldn’t pour my own butter so it wasn’t as great as I was hoping it to be.
The movie was fine. Lots of action. No idea why they needed people. Kind of copped out in the end. Meh for the first film to watch in the theaters. Maybe I won’t worry too much for whatever’s coming, and maybe it will be a much better film.
3 of 5 stars.
Satisfaction
Maiyan and Nanase together again. Drinking beer. Yes. Let’s go.
We won’t be seeing this for much longer considering that they’ll go on and do their things, but at least in this year, we get Nogi’s best once again.
Did I ever tell you how much I like Nogizaka46 members even after they have graduated from the group? Well then, consider this your notification.
Covid-19 Days – 364
It went by so fast, and yet it felt like nine times more days than that. Was it just a year ago that it came all crashing to a halt? Was it just a year ago that we finally knew that the rona was something to be wary about? Was it really that long ago that dumb, morally corrupt people were in charge of fighting it? People who don’t give a hoot about other people. Bury our dead in their Florida resorts. It really was. Just a year ago.
Still. We are not out of it just yet.
Yesterday, President Biden had a speech upon which he wants to really get the US over the hump by the 4th of July. If we all can put our effort to getting the vaccine and to keep being vigilant, maybe we can do it.
It’s a longshot.
Let’s All Go NogiEigo!
Behind the scenes with everyone’s favorite Nogizaka46 English teacher and Nick. It’s a great interview to see how it all worked out. It’s great.
Link of the Day [3.02.21]
A nice read about being a lonely male and a fan of Japanese idols. Yeah I think we are similar. But that’s how it is if you like idols. Read if you want to understand why I throw idol stuff into your timeline.
Perseverance Lands on Mars
Yesterday, NASA landed the Perseverance rover on the planet Mars. The video above from the Jet Propulsion Lab shows the moment of landing. It also has some animation to show what it may have been like. Considering that there was a time gap in receiving the data and images from the spaceship, it was with heavy anticipation to await the signals of success. Glad that it went A-OK, and that the mission will continue.
I am looking forward to all the scientific discoveries that the Perseverance will bring. I hope it has as long a life as its predecessor, Curiosity.
Best Winter Snow Jacket
It’s a bit cold outside, and it’s been snowing the past few weeks. This means suit up when going outside. Something that will keep you warm. Something that will keep you dry. The one I have been wearing the past three years is the Patagonia Insulated Powder Bowl jacket. It’s the best one I’ve owned.
First, it’s compact and warm. I’ve worn just a long sleeved tee in some cold and still be toasty. The jacket is made really for winter outdoor sports. You can strip down and still feel warm. It’s great.
Next, I got a really nice color. Usually, all that Patagonia has for their winter jackets are black and grey. Mine’s a blue. Or a grey, but wasn’t available again for a while until this year. It’s my favorite color and hopefully when it comes time to replace, they’ll have a color such as this again.
Finally, this is my second version of this jacket. The first one is just as warm, but isn’t svelte like the newest ones. I think that’s because they’ve figured out the insulation. Good warmth and light.
I guess I hope for another week of snow and cold so that I can get more use from it this season.
Eizouken Likes
The Eizouken anime was big last year. Funny thing about it, there was also a live action drama starring my favorites, Nogizaka46, in particular the member trio of Yamashita Mizuki, Saito Asuka, and Umezawa Minami. All through the year, because the movie was delayed, the mangaka of Eizouken was always tweeting about it which made me laugh because I thought he was becoming a big time wota. Now he’s helped with an alternate version of the 26th single, and now I know he is a big time Nogi wota. Eizouken keeps on giving!
僕は僕を好きになる
Nogizaka46’s 26th single released today. Yamashita Mizuki is the center for this one. She’s the first non-1st Generation member to center a single outside of an air drop. She’s also one of my favorites, so you know that I’m supporting her. Yes. I have the CDs already.
It’s such an important release for the group, and I hope it does well.
The title is translated as “I will come to like myself.” I should listen to them. You should, too.