Tiger Woods

"I view my life in a way … I'll explain it to you, OK? The greatest thing about tomorrow is, I will be better than I am today. And that's how I look at my life. I will be better as a golfer, I will be better as a person, I will be better as a father, I will be a better husband, I will be better as a friend. That's the beauty of tomorrow. There is no such thing as a setback. The lessons I learn today I will apply tomorrow, and I will be better."

Acclaimed

An acquaintance sent me a link to MICHEL GONDRY’S award winning LEVIS commercial. Tom is a big fan of his and won’t stop raving about him and convinced me that THIS commercial was the best ever. I wouldn’t go that far but it is creative, visually stunning and quirky and after viewing it I understood why its one of the most critically acclaimed commercials in history. This LEVIS “drug store” spot is in the Guinness Book of World Records for the most awards won (24) for a one-off commercial.

La Underground

TO VIEW THEIR AUTHENTIC MUSIC POSTER WORK CLICK HERE.

Mark Twain

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.”

Gone Baby Gone

At his first crack at directing, BEN AFFLECK did an impressive job with GONE BABY GONE (I love the title). The film is thoroughly entertaining, shocking, absorbing and will have you talking and thinking about it hours after it’s over. While the thick Boston accents were hard to understand at first and it starts a bit slow, the pace picks up and just when you think its about to end - the film takes you in a totally different direction. I highly recommend it and believe it will challenge your views on responsibility, love, parenting and family.

Steve Jobs

If your looking for an inspiring message you should watch this STEVE JOBS commencement speech at Standford University in 2005. I personally liked his comments on connecting the dots and the question he asks himself each morning. His story of overcoming cancer and thoughts on death gave me goosebumps. To watch the fourteen and a half minute video click HERE.

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STYLISH PHOTOGRAPHY FROM NEW YORK BASED NOAH KALINA.

Bhudda

“There is nothing more dreadful than the habit of doubt. Doubt separates people. It is a poison that disintegrates friendships and breaks up pleasant relations. It is a thorn that irritates and hurts; it is a sword that kills.”

Brett Favre

"You're never guaranteed about next year. People ask what you think of next season, you have to seize the opportunities when they're in front of you."

Hitchcock

VANITY FAIR RE-CREATES ELEVEN ALFRED HITCHCOCK FILM MOMENTS.

Now Entering Seattle

It started as an innocent suggestion by James one snowy afternoon and lead to an exciting day trip to Seattle to watch a Sonics game and check out the city. We took a three hour Greyhound bus ride down south – while cheap the bus ride was far from comfortable. Once in the city I was shocked to find how closely Seattle resembles Vancouver. The buildings, the look, water and feel of it were very much like our city and despite not knowing where we were going many times it felt like home.

A highlight of the trip was going up the Space Needle. The 41 second elevator ride up was exhilarating. It was an amazing view and if you’re ever in the city you need to check it out. The $16 admission is worth it. The three hours before game time were spent walking around the city. Both James and I were disappointed in the shopping experience though. Now I understand why everyone goes to the outlet malls, the supply in the city was very limited and overpriced. The downtown core of Seattle I found small but the city had alluring beauty (must be a west coast thing). The four dollar one stop monorail was overpriced but did save us 30 minutes of walking time. But the city should throw away atrocious art pieces that are around the space needle and monorail.

The Sonics played the Lakers that night and I’m sure I saw more Kobe Bryant jerseys than Sonics jerseys. The game itself was a snoozer (except when Bryant got ejected) but the half-time show and break dancing were entertaining. It was worth a day trip. The only problem I had was the shady looking folks at the bus depot when we were leaving. James found my fear amusing but my goal was just avoiding eye contact. Overall it was a great trip and as James mention while on the bus ride home – “It’s time to start planning our next trip.” I can’t wait.

Katy Rhodes

"Give more than you take. Do your best to leave every situation better than you found it. Seek beauty in all its forms. Chase dreams. Watch sunsets. Endeavor to use more than 10 percent of your brain. Don't stifle your deep-from-the-gut, cleansing laughter. Take a moment to ponder the enormity of the universe, then admit to yourself that you can't possibly be the center. Breathe deeply. Swim into the dark water. Let yourself cry when your body tells you to. Love more. Delight in silliness. Don't be bitter. Forgive. Forgive. Forgive."

Distinguish Yourself

If your an ambitious person or are determined to move ahead in life than I recommend the free e-book 25 WAYS TO DISTINGUISH YOURSELF by RAJESH SHETTY. It's only twenty seven pages but packed with gold nuggets of wisdom. It only took me about an hour or so to read so it isn't time consuming. Click HERE to download it.

Jordan

For over twenty years the AIR JORDAN brand has been know as much for their entertaining commercials as their slick expensive shoes. I love the new Legendary and Melo Engine campaign by the company. Click HERE to watch LOOK ME IN THE EYES and HERE to watch CARMELO ANTHONY ENGINE. To view behind the scenes footage of MELO ENGINE click HERE.

Rated R Stand-up

Before you click the HERE link on this post, be warned that this video has a lot of swearing. The video is the half hour act of CARLOS MENCIA - a really funny comic who rants about race, celebrity and other trivial matters. Hey made me laugh out loud and hopefully you will do the same for you.

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Flashing Lights

Just finished watching the video to KANYE WEST'S latest single FLASHING LIGHTS. Visually I found it impressive and the female (model RITA G) shows off her amazing curves but I honestly didn't get the point of the video. I don't know if he is coming out with a sequel or if there is more - I just don't know. If you get it them please feel free to explain it to me. Click HERE to view the video.

Viral

At work, in the newspaper and even while on the bus I've been hearing about the Sarah Silverman video on Jimmy Kimmel. It took me three days to finally search for it and watch it and now I understand what all the fuse is about. Click HERE to watch I'M F*UCKING MATT DAMON. The video's already received over 5 million hits on YOUTUBE. I've always like Damon, he's just a regular guy that isn't effected by his fame and knows how to have a good time.

William Earnest Henley

Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
for my unconquerable soul.

In the fell clutch of circumstance,
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance,
My head is bloodied, but unbowed.

Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
finds and shall find me unafraid.

It matters not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishment the scroll.
I am the master of my fate;
I am the captain of my soul.
- INVICTUS BY WILLIAM ERNEST HENLEY (1849 - 1903)

Ohhhhh

When it comes to sports I'm an emotinal guy. I yell at the television, jump out of the chair, and say yeahhhh whenever my team of choice scores. But when I saw this GOAL by UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA forward EVAN TRUPP on SPORTSCENTRE a couple of days ago all I did was scream ohhhhhh. It has to be one of the best college hockey goals scored.