The Tiki Gods Are Smiling...So Is ThinkGeek

My wallet just said, "Ouch!" Last year, ThinkGeek released a set of Star Wars tiki glasses. Today, they not only released a second series, but they also released a limited edition set. I'm thankful they re-released the first set, but I wasn't about to let them all get out of my grasp this time! Now I just have to find a place to store them all.

Don't wait too long to get yours! Click here to shop ThinkGeek.

Spoiler: Only If You've Been Living Under a Rock

The headline is as follows:

Someone Edited the End of Rogue One Into the Start of A New Hope Because Star Wars is Awesome

We all thought about it when we were watching Rogue One, but thanks to one industrious fan, they helped us visualize what we only imagined. So, a great big thank you to Barre Fong!

Click here to see the clip.

Star Wars and the Power of Costume

One of my good friends decided to surprise me and treated me to a day that will live on in Galactic history. We went to see the Star Wars and the Power of Costume exhibit at the Denver Art Museum (DAM). It was brilliant! I've gone to other Star Wars exhibits in the past, but there were so many costumes I hadn't seen as well as behind the scenes stories and artwork. It truly was an amazing day.

The collection spanned costumes from Episode I all the way through Episode VI.

We learned about symbols representing Auerbesh and Naboo languages, and saw the different types of fabrics that were used to make the elaborate costumes. They even had some beloved and recognizable characters on display. (Not me).

 

It's one of those exhibits where you can go many times and see something new every time. I sure I can see it again! If you have the chance, add this to you bucket list you must. Yes, mmmm!

To learn more details about the exhibit, click here.

Star Wars Geeki Tikis

We all know there's a lot of Star Wars stuff going on today. On one of my favorite merch sites, ThinkGeek, they are coming out that blends two things I really enjoy. I think they might be must-haves!

To purchase, click here.

One More Week!

I've been catching a lot of grief for not having pre-purchasing my tickets for Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

Click on the picture below to read the humorous comment the theatre posted after you purchase tickets.

Keep It Clean

Finally! What took so long, Disney! This is a perfect accessory for those trips to the Parks or around town. I'm picking up a bunch of these!

Disney Parks Hand Sanitizers

Star Wars Celebration 2015

As usual, I can't make it to this awesome event. I will have to geek out vicariously through my two friends who are going again. The line up this year is fantastic. I would have loved to be there to listen to Dave Filoni and Kilian Plunkett, to name a few. (I'm a big fan of 'The Clone Wars' and 'Rebels'.)

Of course, there are so many other Star Wars iconic people from Anthony Daniels to Carrie Fisher and more that I would love to see. Work always gets in the way of play.

Anyway, I saw a couple of prints that really caught my eye. One of my dear friends offered to try and get what I wanted. Because I'm a big 'Rebels' fan, this was one of my choices.

'Trust in the Force' by Steve Anderson

This was my other choice.

'Vader's Landing' by Scott Harben

But my friend just informed me yesterday that she was able to get my first choice, and she was also able to get one for herself. I'm indebted to her!

'A New Hope Montage' by Brian Rood

To see other works, visit DarkInk.com. To learn more about the Celebration, click here.

May The Fourth Be With You

It's that time of the year again! May 4th. Not a big deal you say? Well it is if you're a Star Wars fan because it's the international day that honors the Star Wars saga. True, the original movie, or Episode IV, came out on May25, 1977, so why celebrate on the 4th? Well, it's a pun of the famous phrase, "May the Force be with you." Get it?

This has been going on for years, and there are so many clever 'May The Fourth Be With You' memes out there, I had to add a few of my own.  Let me know which is your favorite. You may think my favorite includes a self-portrait, but you'd be wrong.

Be sure to check out the Star Wars website for other fun celebratory ideas. You can even send me a May The 4th Be With You e-card, or to your favorite Wookie, when you click here.

Yet Another Loss

It seems like more famous people are leaving us.

Yesterday, both the Star Wars and Disney worlds lost a star: Richard Leparmentier. Granted, he wasn't as well know as Lieutenant Santino in Who Framed Roger Rabbit, but I'm sure if someone said Admiral Motti, you'd know him.

Sure, he may not have had big parts in either movie, but they were good characters. We'll never forget Vader's choke hold using the Force, and being the recipient of the famous, "I find your lack of faith disturbing" line.

In fact, I bought this a few weeks back at Hallmark for my office at work. It's been good fun to catch those who are unaware that when you push the button, The Imperial March/Darth Vader's Theme plays.

Thanks, Richard, for giving us great movie moments.

http://www.tmz.com/2013/04/16/richard-leparmentier-darth-vader-choking-victim-dead-dies-star-wars/

The (Almost) Final Four

After today's vote, we're down to the Final Four in the 'This Is Madness' character tournament. Some of my favorites have already been knocked out, but having said that, I'm not surprised by how this is shaping up. After all, it is the Dual of Fates between the forces of good and evil.

However, I was happy to see an unexpected endorsement from the Dark Side.

Vote now!

Spring Break 2013

What a road trip! I flew into Las Vegas, drove to Palm Springs for a couple of days, and then drove out to Anaheim, before driving back to Las Vegas to catch a red eye.  Of course it was worth it! 

Here are some of the trip's highlights.

What trip could be finer than by starting and ending with In-N-Out Burgers? This one is near the Rio off of Dean Martin Drive. They got more of my money than the slots did!

These next two shots are in Palm Springs. It was great seeing such pretty flowers again, so I'm hopeful Spring will return soon. As for Marilyn, I was lucky to see her last year in Chicago, and now I was able to visit her again here in the desert.

In my opinion, the Crab Cooker has some of the best clam chowder around. I waited as long to have this as I did to have my Double Double again, but it was so worth it. I love that they catch their fish fresh daily. You can tell the difference.

 Did you really think I would be able to go to California without visiting my Laughin' Place? No trip to California is complete without visiting The Happiest Place on Earth. Not only was I able to see a few friends, but I also squeezed in a couple of character visits to see my big, cuddly friends. And I got some Dole Whip to boot!

I'd rather pay for a good meal than gamble, but when I found two different Star Wars slot machines at the Las Vegas airport while waiting for my 1:00 AM flight, I had to indulge. While the Force was with me in winning $20.00, I really lost $10.00. And that was totally acceptable as $10.00 is usually my limit.

Because I was going to do a lot of driving, I wanted to make sure I caught some rays. I paid the price by burning my head. I guess I have to admit I need to start wearing a hat to protect my melon.











To view the entire photo album, please click here.

This Is Madness

Finally!!!

Brackets I understand! I can't wait to start playing this one. Unfortunately some of favorites will be knocked out, like C-3PO losing to R2-D2.

I'm going to guess for the semi-finals it will be Yoda and Han Solo against Darth Vader and Darth Maul. If I'm 'forced' to choose now, I'll say Yoda against Darth Vader and Yoda wins.

Click the link below to be directed to the Star Wars website and more details.

http://starwars.com/this-is-madness/index.html#bracket

Very Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

Another Christmas is here, and that means it's time for some annual traditions. One tradition of mine is to watch Beauty and the Beast Enchanted Christmas. I love singing along to the songs! This year I watched it before another tradition: going to the 11:00 PM service at church. This year I had to go, because earlier on Christmas Eve, I went into the 10 or Less line at Target with 14 items. Oops! (Yes, I became one of those people at whom I yell, but I honestly didn't know I had extra items. That's what happens when you just grab and go!)

With my family being across the miles from me, my Christmas morning tradition is to brew some chocolate peppermint coffee, shower, cuddle up in my Disney fleece robe, and then settle in to watch the Disney Parks Christmas Parade on ABC.

This year there are some fun things to see on the parade, like the new Cars Land at Disney's California Adventure at the Disneyland Resort, and the new Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. They even showed a clip of Darth Vader, which means a nod to Star Wars! (Does Christmas get any better than that?!?)

I should probably explain that I have two Christmas trees: one green and one red. I alternate them every other year, so obviously this is the 'red' year.

So from my house to yours, whatever you celebrate, remember the best of your family and friends, don't take them for granted, and put out there what you would like to receive back.

And yes, I do say, 'Merry Christmas!'

Vader Walker

This was today's find at Target and it was on sale. Star Wars geeks will get the joke.