Why: I am doing something for work. Did you guys know I started a new job? It's why I have been so lax about bloggin. Today, I'm checking for duplicate content on one of our sites, Puppy Dog Web. Things could be worse. On the Bergamasco breed page:
They are working dogs with a coat recognizable in any country. Their coats are unique to only a few breeds, in that their fur actually grows into long mats that eventually turn into "cords" that are twisted and rough. Bergamascos largely resemble that of a dirty mop in that their fur is gray or black, with a light coloring of fawn and white. Its flocked coat is considered to be hair, not fur, and thus non-allergenic
When does it get like that? And why?
Answer: Omg.
Look at those goddamn things. The name comes from the town Bergamo in the Italian Alps.
The More You Know: And some Puli puppies. I always thought these dogs looked gross / not inviting to pet, but I think I would really like to touch one of those little ones.
Why: When Rachel said someone spoiled The Usual Suspects for her, Jeff said:
I hope it wasn't me.
I recently spoiled Edison's Electrocuting an Elephant for the wife.
1903.
Don't tell him, but he just spoiled it for me, too.
Answer: He electrocuted it to death! Oh god... BUT it turns out this was a very mean elephant who had already trampled to death 3 handlers (one of whom was trying to feed her a lit cigarette) and was scheduled to be euthanized. So it's OK then.
He did it as a demonstration about the dangers of alternating current, which Westinghouse and Tesla were touting. Edison had established direct current at the standard for electricity distribution and was living large off the patent royalties when these guys showed up.
Edison's aggressive campaign to discredit the new current took the macabre form of a series of animal electrocutions using AC (a killing process he referred to snidely as getting "Westinghoused"). Stray dogs and cats were the most easily obtained, but he also zapped a few cattle and horses.
So he found this elephant. A news report:
Topsy, the ill-tempered Coney Island elephant, was put to death in Luna Park, Coney Island, yesterday afternoon. The execution was witnessed by 1,500 or more curious persons, who went down to the island to see the end of the huge beast, to whom they had fed peanuts and cakes in summers that are gone. In order to make Topsy's execution quick and sure 460 grams of cyanide of potassium were fed to her in carrots. Then a hawser was put around her neck and one end attached to a donkey engine and the other to a post. Next wooden sandals lined with copper were attached to her feet. These electrodes were connected by copper wire with the Edison electric light plant and a current of 6,600 volts was sent through her body. The big beast died without a trumpet or a groan.
Yuck!
Is it weird that we have pictures of these guys? Or is it weirder that I don't think I had any idea what Thomas Edison looked like until right now?
The More You Know: I was thinking the other day about how funny it is that my cat and dog just walk on and over me as though I'm not even there. I wish we had some giant animals to just walk and climb on all the time without being afraid they would bite me. Baby elephants climb like puppies.
Why: Re: Childhood crushes who fell off the face of the earth, one answer:
The kid from Neverending Story-- Atreyu (Noah Hathaway)
Right? Remember when Artax died? Answer: BFN! He hasn't done anything since 1994, BUT I think you'll be pleased to learn that he is working on (starring in?) !3! movies that are slated to come out in 2012.
Mondo Holocausto! - In 1977, a lovely NYC photojournalist heads to the Amazon but encounters a tribe of misanthropic cannibals. Yipes! Also featuring James Duval, the guy who played the real-life Frank in Donnie Darko. Adventure / Horror / Might be animated.
The Critic - "A film critic loses himself into an immoral wasteland and does bad things to people." Starring Dominique Swain and ALSO James Duval. Are they best friends?
Sushi Girl - The night he is released from prison, the guys with whom Fish (Hathaway) robbed a bank throw him that kind of party where everyone eats sushi off a naked girl. Also starring:
The More You Know: In the 1986 movie Troll, he played a character named Harry Potter, Jr. (There was also a Harry Potter, Sr.) I have never seen / heard of this movie (though I have a feeling it's really popular among people I know), but it also features Elaine Benes, Sonny Bono, and the Mom from "Lassie," so maybe it's worth a Netflix. Anyway, about the Harry Potter thing:
In one of two interviews, producer Charles Band stated that "there are certain scenes in Troll, not to mention the name of the main character, and this of course predates the Harry Potter books by many, many years. So there's that strange connection." In 2008, John Buechler's partner in the Troll remake, Peter Davy, said about Harry Potter: "In John's opinion, he created the first Harry Potter. J. K. Rowling says the idea just came to her. John doesn't think so"
Them's fightin words! I just can't believe I haven't heard this factoid before. The original Harry Potter:
10. Vanessa (Evil Human Ursula) and Prince Eric's Wedding Outfits
Watch out, Wills & Kate! It’s all about Vanessa & Eric! Come to think of it, I see your wedding gown inspiration, Kate. The long brown hair let down? The long sleeved white dress? Admit it, kate. You just want to be…PART OF HIS WORLD. YOU WANT THINGAMAMABOBS? HE’S GOT TWENTY! Ariel had a fantastic pink dress, no doubt, but Vanessa’s wedding ensamble takes the wedding cake (I know, that one hurt me just typing it) and it’s mostly because of that gorgeous hair and sinister look. Say yes to the dress indeed!
I haven't seen that movie in at least 2 decades. I don't remember Ursula ever becoming human. I can't see the dress / outfit, anyway.
Answer: Well, here it is. You can see the whole thing around 0:38. That looks like a pretty fun movie.
The More You Know: HelloGiggles just launched today, everyone. There are some posts dated a few days ago - like Which BabySitters Club Member Are You? - but don't be fooled; it's all brand new. Anyway, here is the About section:
Founded by actress/musician Zooey Deschanel, producer Sophia Rossi and blogger/Internet Sensation Molly McAleer, hellogiggles.com is the ultimate entertainment destination for smart, independent and creative females. Everything hosted on the site will be lady-friendly, so visitors need not worry about finding the standard Boys Club content that makes many entertainment sites unappealing to so many of us.
While I am the kind of person who doesn't want to care about / like something like this, I'm about to read every post on it. Join me!
