Pumpkin spice is wonderful, and I can be quite the Halloween queen, but September is still full of humidity and last-minute summer fun. So, enjoy the ice cream! And you probably do. Have you ever wondered why some people prefer ice cream in bowls rather than in cones? Soft serve over hard scoops? While IContinue reading “Ice Cream Lifestyle”
Category Archives: Comparisons
Death of the Mallrat
Paper or plastic? No, not bags, but cash v. credit card. How about physical v. virtual? In the United States, approximately 1,000 shopping malls are left in existence. Just a few decades ago, online shopping was a luxury, not a common reality. Malls with an assortment of stores were packed with shoppers, and not simplyContinue reading “Death of the Mallrat”
The Star Wars Heresy
Ah, May 4th, the Christmas for Star Wars lovers. Have you ever considered the spiritual and religious references in the saga? What about heresy? Although the Jedi order isn’t exactly a religion, there are several similarities between it and spirituality, or the belief in a higher presence. First off, the light and dark sides ofContinue reading “The Star Wars Heresy”
Cunning, Complex, Compelling: Complementary Villains
Misunderstood and Relatable No matter the novel, film, TV show, or play, the audience immediately learns who the antagonist is and what he or she desires from the protagonist. These villains are often ugly in appearance, symbolizing their immorality on the inside. These villains are unforgettable and ruthless. Even though some may be attractive withContinue reading “Cunning, Complex, Compelling: Complementary Villains”
MacGyver v. MacGyver: Have Enough Duct Tape?
Angus MacGyver can create and fix just about anything, no matter where, no matter the surrounding objects. Give him a roll of duct tape or a few paper clips, and he’s ready to save the world. He doesn’t see himself as a hero. To him, he’s just…MacGyver, a practical and down-to-earth kind of guy. OverContinue reading “MacGyver v. MacGyver: Have Enough Duct Tape?”
Fred Flintstone v. Sir John Falstaff
In life’s stressful moments, who doesn’t like a little comic relief? In the entertainment world, comic relief is a must-have, and there are plenty of fools we can turn to in order to enjoy a hearty laugh. Naturally, not all “fool characters” are exactly alike, but sometimes they overlap with other characters. So what’s theContinue reading “Fred Flintstone v. Sir John Falstaff”
Confessions of a Classic Soul 