Previews and Reviews that are Z's Views
This Olympic Sport Quiz says that I am most like wrestling. I like that. I was a wrestler in high school so it makes sense. As to the last line, “anyone who steps into the ring with me should watch out…” watch out… that I don’t pass out. It’s been a long time since high school.
I wasn’t surprised that I did well on this US History quiz. It was one of my favorite subjects in school. Still is. I wouldn’t have done nearly as well with geography. The funny thing is, and maybe it’s not so funny… the last line in the picture above says to “show some foreigners how smart Americans can be” — but quite often immigrants to the US know more about our country than those born here since the immigrants have to pass a test to get citizenship. 
IMPAwards.com just posted up several nice new posters. Three French character posters for “Quantum of Solace,” the Clint Eastwood “Gran Torino” poster, and a creepy “The Burrowers” poster are included in the group. You can see all of them here.
I know that many ZONErs are Punisher fans. If you fall into that category, then you’ll probably want to check out Newsarama’s exclusive six page preview of Punisher: Frank Castle #66. It’s written by one of my favorite new authors, Duane Swierczynski with art by Michael Lacombe. Fan favorite, Dave Johnson, provides the cover. 
I was really interested in the results of this poll. I’ve been a registered Independent since I was old enough to vote. Over the years, I’ve pulled the switch for Republicans and Democrats depending on the person running. I’ve voted for liberal and conservative causes depending on the issue. My opinions on some issues have changed over the years, due to research and perhaps maturity. So I wondered how the poll would turn out… had I become more liberal or conservative? Seems that although some things have changed, I’m still pretty independent. I like that.
Two movie posters in two days that I really like. That could be a record. What’s not to dig about the Clint Eastwood’s “Gran Torino” poster? You know, at one time “Gran Torino” was rumored to be a new “Dirty Harry” movie. Although it ain’t, it still should be worth a view. Especially if it’s as good as the poster.
I’m glad that I passed the test to be allowed to vote. Wouldn’t it be great if everyone who was of age to vote, was informed on the issues and then did?
Are you diggin’ the “Watchmen” poster as much as I am? It’s the first poster in a looong time that I really like. What say you?
As many ZONErs are aware, I’m a high school assistant principal. Years ago, I decided that I would simplify my life by wearing dark pants, a white dress shirt and a tie [usually colorful] to work daily. By doing that I didn’t have to worry about matching colors. or when I wore that shirt last, etc. Dark pants, a white dress shirt and a tie became my uniform of sorts.
Today when I went to work I discovered that MANY of our teachers, administrators, guidance counselors, office specialists and students were dressed like me. In honor of my 50th birthday, it was “Dress as Mr. Zablo Day.” At lunch many of those, but unfortunately not all, who participated got together for a picture. It was a fun day — how could it not be when you get birthday cards, gifts, baked goods and people dressing up like you? — and a birthday I’ll never forget.
After yesterday’s Cat Quiz, I decided to see what kind of dog I’m most like. It turns out to be a Bullmastiff. That’s the kind of dog that Rocky had. Of course that made me smile. Then I read the personality traits and pretty much had to agree.
Today’s my birthday. It’s a milestone. My 50th. The Big Five-Oh.
Normally, I would write something like I don’t feel fifty years old [I don’t], or that you’re only as old as you feel [a cliche that I believe] or that age is just a number [another cliche], but I don’t think I’ll resort to that today.
Instead I think I’ll just show some maturity and say, “Hey!! Where are my presents???”
As the final season of The Shield heads to a conclusion, I find my self wondering how it will all end. Whatever happens, the main characters aren’t walking away happy. Two of the characters in the photo above, from the first episode of season one, are already dead. Mackey’s family is falling apart, his job and pension hang by a thread and his best friend has become his worst enemy.
Another Strike Force Team member could die in tonight’s episode which Capone over at Ain’t It Cool News calls
the best and most gripping installment yet. And that’s saying a lot. Maybe too much in fact. And for once I refused to read Capone’s invisatext spoiler warning on how the episode ends.
Although I’m much more of a “dog lover” this quiz says I have the personality of a cat. Funny thing is, they may be right.
Think you have quick reflexes? You can test them out here. You can see my score above. They say it’s pretty good… so my reflexes must still be fast… that or my RoadRunner has a great connection today.
An article on CNN.com [that is no longer available] brought back a flood of great memories. When I was a kid, mom [and sometimes dad] used to load my brother and sisters up in the car and off to the drive-in we’d go.When I was old enough to drive, drive-ins were still popular. I loved the fact that you could always count on at least a double feature and sometimes you’d get real lucky and there’d be a marathon of sorts. Usually it was monster movies [who doesn’t like those?] or comedies, or even a mismash of genres. I hit the drive-ins [we had two in our town] almost weekly and since we lived in Florida at this point, we could go year round.
It’s said that video killed the radio star. I don’t know about that, but I do know that video killed the drive-in theater. According to some reports, drive-ins have been making a comeback the last few years. I hope that’s true because, man, I miss those days.
