Just got back from Cancun late last night.  I can see the draw of all inclusive resorts, but they are still not for me.  This resort was top notch in every regard.  They had top of the line booze, food, and service.  We attempted to do some excursions, but they were all the canned adrenaline type of thing.  We asked if there was anything to do with hiking in the National park, spending time with a local family or seeing their culture?  There were none of these things available.  I guess Sara and I are in the minority when it comes to what we like on vacations.  In the end to each their own, but I can tell you we would much rather spend a couple of weeks in New Zealand hiking the country side for the same amount of money that this resort was valued at.

One of the weirdest things that we witnessed was the Michael Jackson show.  The performer had facial surgery done to look exactly like Michael Jackson.  Isn't this doing surgery in the third person?

Nebraska - 8.9/10

It looks as though that the Olympics have been a success so far.  It's interesting seeing some of the athletes dorm rooms.  Routers hanging from the ceiling?  One of the American Olympians was stuck in a bathroom that he had to break out of.  He later was stuck in an elevator.   This is Russian terrorism?  Locking one American athlete all around the Olympic grounds.

Valentine's Day is today.  Does anyone really feel that romantic towards this day?  Don't be fooled.  Celebrate a different day that you made up yourself.  The day that you witnessed something amazing or went somewhere cool.  Make it unique.

If you haven't read the book "Ready Player One" and are in love with the 80's, you must.  I am currently reading it and it's like eating a McDonald's Big Mac that never makes you sick and never makes you fat.

 This coming weekend we are going to venture into the States for some time with another couple.  Wineries,  snow shoeing, board gaming, visiting owls, and the jello museum will be on the docket.  The last two as you probably are going to guess came to light while driving home at 2am last night.  

Recently went to see one of my current fave bands Caveman.  The doors opened at 7pm, and if you know anything about rock shows that they generally start anywhere from 1-2 hrs from doors opening.  Caveman came out at 7:30.  We missed the complete show.  As a group we had equal sadness.  We professed our love for the band to the person selling shirts.  She then asked if we would like to meet the band.  Oh yes, I professed like a 12 year old boy meeting Tim Kerr for the first time?  I bought a piece of vinyl and the band signed my vinyl while proclaiming that I had such a great vibe.  And no, I didn't sleep with any band members. 

The owner of Imbibe has purchased the Boat House that is also in Kitchener.  They are making it a place for bands to perform and are supporting all local craft beers and food.  They are going to have a huge patio that will support over a 100 people.  Kitchener is becoming like the cool brother of the pompous Waterloo.  We all know that Cambridge is the disappointing Randy Quaid Vacation brother. 

The first great of the album of the year has arrived.

Sun Kil Moon - Benji - 8.8/10

It's mainly acoustic and is extremely addictive.  If you enjoy Iron and Wine or Mark Lanegan please consume.

One thing that caught my attention was seeing people baking in the sun as an activity.  Can anyone explain this to me?  You don't look better tanned and it's terrible for you.  No reading, no music, nothing.  Just laying there and baking. 

If people are wondering how much junk email that Sara and I get after entering all these contests.  It's a ridiculous amount.  Bergdorf Goodman and Thrifty Sue are the absolute worst.  I would like to put a virus on Bergdorf Goodman's server, but they would somehow sell it as fashion?

What do you guys think about an idea similar to Hotwire for restaurants?  You bid on different restaurants, but you don't know which restaurant it is.  If your bid is accepted you receive a 3 course meal for a much cheaper price.  I know choosing restaurants is generally about what you are feeling, but if I was able to receive a dinner from the Charcoal Steak House for 50% I would take it.
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