Not much to post today...

Jeeto
Tate In Space
Fuse Media
Tuala
Unyq
For Coffee

Kootchie Koo Haiku

Bubbling, bouncing
Bundles of unbridled joy.
Newborns are a treat.

Subtle Crew Haiku

Ninjas are so cool.
They flip out and kill people.
Isn't that the best?

I'm still reeling from the effects of my Free Will Horoscope:

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):
You're starting to resemble the fruit of a prickly pear cactus: covered with sharp, inedible spikes on the outside but soft and delectable in your hidden places. There's probably a good reason for this, so I won't ask you to change. Don't be surprised or upset, though, if people act as if they've been stung when they brush up against you. And if you care about them, be quick to let them know how to work around the thorny exterior and get to the good parts within.

I will be brushing up against no one for fear I may prick someone.

Entertainment news is rampant today. First of all, some parents feel that Kangaroo Jack is not suitable for children. Yet another example of what's wrong with Cinema. Focus groups, test screenings, and a ratings board still can't come to an agreeable movie. Perhaps we'll have better luck with the next Batman movie. They already have a top-notch director, all they need is a star. And perhaps a serviceable script will do as well. Maybe they can get Uma Thurman to do some work for the movie, seeing as she's familiar with the franchise. She's also familiar with other action movies as well. Maybe she can download some music while she's at it.

I'd have to say that one of my favorite athletes of all time is Wayne Gretzky. Having read his autobiography, and having followed his career in Los Angeles. I'd say he's one of the greatest athletes of our time. If not that, then one of the best in all of hockey.

World news sees Our Fearless Leader making statements of grandeur and nationalism as is usual this time of year. It looks to be another year full of fun. Especially on the scientific front seeing as people are going to be growing bones and spending less time at the computer. Maybe if they injure themselves on a walk they can use these new band-aids. What a world we live in.

Today we make due with a man called Frank Quitely. He is, quite frankly, one of the most innovative artists today in the field of comics. Perhaps best known for his work on the Wildstorm property, The Authority, his work can be currently seen in Marvel's comic, New X-Men. His style is distinctively brutal and unkind, emphasizing the awe of super powers while never ignoring the ugliness of the violence it can cause. His run on The Authority was riddled with slap-in-the-face references to many major comic book icons, maintaining a different look, but recognizeable enough to maintain its satirical nature. My favorite aspect is the nonchalant manner in which his figures interact with each other. He does maintain a staunch dynamism in his portrayals, but their day-to-day mannerisms stink of reality. Look him up, you may be surprised at what you find.

Super Monday following Super Sunday. Nothing but news.

If any of your servers feel like they're running a tad slow. There is a pretty big reason for the added slowness today.

Yesterday was obviously the Superbowl. Following a somewhat boring game, there is of course the requisite review of game, and commercials for everyone to recall. Included were two significant teasers for upcoming movies: The Hulk and The Matrix.

Nothing else new today. Go out and enjoy some Southern California sun.

Love these links like they were your own children.

Atomic Fusion
Asymptote
Knoll A3 Office System
Tokion Shop
Guerilla Pixel
Newseum
Photography Of Ash
Morten Nilsson
Latino
Breakdance America
Red Rabbit

Goulash Stew Haiku

Freezing in exile
Cold reminds them of their crimes
In Northern Russia.

Grade Two Haiku

Always check for a
Dangling participle
In your sentences.

Who Are You Haiku

Sybil had many
Unique personalities.
Sixteen exactly.

I Bet You Haiku

Trista picked her four
Final men to be dating.
The pot will be mine!

I know what you did last Free Will Horoscope:

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):
You may be able to elude the cosmic jokes that are brewing in your vicinity. Your intelligence is both crafty and practical these days, and it could very well keep you consistently in the right places at the right times. But in order to grab an extra advantage in your guerrilla battle with the forces of mischief, I suggest you indulge regularly in a good, long primal scream. Go out in the middle of the woods if necessary, or find a sanctuary where no one will call the cops: Just find a way to unleash a soul-cleansing howl that will flush away your festering anxieties. There's no better technique for making yourself unappealing to rascally demons and pests.

Primal screams are quite appealing to me, even if they aren't appealing to rascally demons and pests.

Once again they say alcohol is good for you. So good in fact, that even these models may get some time to "drink to their health."

The '80's nostalgia continues in the world of comics. Not only do we have the Thundercats, Transformers, and G.I. Joe comics, but there is also a Voltron comic book which will be heading to stores near you. I like the artwork, but I'm getting a little tired of this licensed property thing. Can we have some more original ideas, please?

A study released today proclaims that Latinos are the majority minority in the United States now, displacing African-Americans by a very slim margin. Not surprising when most are coming to America to escape these conditions. Maybe we'll see a rise in the current Latino school population. According to this study, that would be a welcome trend. Maybe our president has something to say about segregation.

We're all doomed.

Clonaid thinks they can create replicates of actual human beings so that we may extend our life on earth. Apparently, cloning isn't exactly copying as much as it is producing. Fascinating.

People keep wondering if Pete Rose is ever going to be let back into Major League Baseball so he can have his rightful place in its Hall of Fame. Maybe he will, especially if he admits to certain indescretions.

Who says women in the '50's were more conservative. At least they had more time.

Finally, I'd like to let you all in on a new feature I may start including. Check out my Deviantart site for some additional Kardinalsin goodness. It may be found here.

When I first started my blog, Tuesday featured significant artists that had passed on in recent years. Now, even more recently, another master of line has passed on. Al Hirschfeld was the master of the caricature. Using a simple line as his tool, Mr. Hirschfeld was able to capture the essence of many a famous person using only a few simple gestures. His style was characterized by the use of this simple line, the bounciness and liveliness it conveyed, and the inclusion of his daughter's name, "Nina," in every new drawing. So influential was his art, that it inspired the style for the Disney animated feature, Aladdin. A whole segment in Fantasia 2000 was devoted to his style as an interpretation of Gershwin's "Rhapsody In Blue" and as a symbol of the business of New York City life. His depiction of real-life people inspired me to train my eye to look for the distinct characteristics of real people, and his work will continue to inspire others as well. He was 99.

One long weekend into one long week. Nothing but news today. Nothing but news.

The Superbowl is finally set to be played. The teams have made it through the playoffs, and now it's time to make way for the Pirate Bowl.

Yesterday, the Golden Globes ceremony was held, and here are the winners.

Not only that, but there are also plenty of more movies to be seen this year.

Another day, another rapper arrested.

Hugh Jackman is one hairy man. Hairy enough to be ready for his second go-round as Wolverine in the sequel to X-men. See what he has to say about the next movie.

I'll have a more in-depth blurb tomorrow, but for now let's have a moment of silence for Al Hirschfeld.

Let's also have a moment of silence for Dean Kamen's Segway.

And don't forget that the internet loves Wallace & Gromit.

Quickie links.

Yoshitoshi
River City Hackeysack
Illegal Art
Pitfall
Walking Chair
Retard Riot
Turnbox
Thirstype
Advertising Museum of Tokyo
Wayne Harris

Hootie Hoo Haiku

Born under the stars
A sign that controls our fate.
Stupid horoscopes.

Y tu? Haiku

Holiday season
Calls for these corn-ensconced treats.
I love tamales.

Boogaloo Haiku

Our power went out
Shutting down all our servers.
No ethernet sucks.

Believe it or not, we have another new Free Will Horoscope:

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):
In the video for her song "I'm Gonna Getcha Good," Virgo singer Shania Twain portrays a flying robot chased by the devil. The powers-that-be at MTV were so impressed that they awarded it "Most Demented Video by a Country Artist" for 2002. I hope that in the coming weeks the rest of you Virgos will unleash your imagination with the same fervor that Twain summoned. Not only is there no need for you to stick to humdrum traditions; your best chance at being happy and fulfilled between now and February 15 is if you think way, way outside the box.

They want me to be like Shania eh? I hope this doesn't mean they want me to be a contemporary female country/pop artist. I don't think I can handle that.

For all of you waiting for the next Harry Potter book, we can all breathe a little easier. J.K. Rowlings has just finished the latest chapter in the life of Mr. Potter to be published just in time for summer. Looking forward to it? I bet you are.

Bras are a very important thing in the lives of many women. So important are they, that entire stores are dedicated to lingerie and their ilk. So important are they, that studies are conducted concerning bras and women's health.

Lots of news from the good folks at the Central News Network. We begin with their interesting take on Equal Employment Opportunity. Wait 'til the real EEOC hears about this. CNN also brings us news that Microsoft has learned to share. Let's hope we get a sneak peak at their code. Also, if any of you have trouble brushing your teeth, get a new toothbrush.

Think you can learn how to be happy by reading a book? Some people do, which is probably why some of these books are so popular.

A little controversial, but interesting. The definition of rape has changed again.

Thought you knew all there is to know about Spike Jonze the man. Perhaps you should read up a bit more on this enigmatic character. I love his work, but Spike Jonze comes off as a somewhat eccentric guy. That's putting it lightly too. You think that Spike Jonze has his own problems as a movie maker. Check out Terry Gilliam and you tell me what you think.

Must not forget to post today, even after a torrid weekend of spend spend spend, lose lose lose. Fun was had by all, but we mustn't also forget our artist of the week who happens to be Hiroaki Samura. Mr. Samura is most well-known for his work on the manga Blade Of The Immortal which is currently published in the states by Dark Horse Comics. Working entirely in pencils, the artwork has a very classic feel to it. Very energetic and lithe, Mr. Samura's pencils are also instilled with a quietude that dominates his page and adds emotion to each panel. Reading his work can make you feel at-ease, but the very next page may have you feeling incredibly tense. Such is his versatility.

Alone and Blue Haikue

Today I'm lazy
Posting this lonely haiku.
It needs more friends, please.

I'm a little slow today, so I missed something a little interesting. Nintendo is producing a different version of their Gameboy Advance to be released this March. The new model, the Gameboy SP will feature a new collapsable design and a backlight. I think I'll put off my plans of purchasing an Advance until March, thank you very much.

Lose that holiday weight by eating three square meals a day of your Free Will Horoscope:

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):
"Who am I? Where did I come from? Where am I going?" Philosophers long ago stopped trying to solve these questions, says biologist E.O. Wilson, believing them to be unanswerable. Scientists subsequently stepped forward to fill the vacuum, and now act as supreme arbiters of the mysteries that once belonged to philosophers. I regard this as a loss. Though the scientific method is a tremendous tool for understanding the world, many scientists refuse to use it to study phenomena that can't be repeated under controlled conditions or that can't be explained by current models of reality. And I say it's impossible to explore the Big Three Questions without taking into account all that stuff. Which brings me to the crux, Virgo: Your assignment in 2003 is to bring the disciplined objectivity of the scientific method into areas of your life that are invisible, subtle, secret, and soulful.

Being methodical is apparently something I'm good at. Being methodical about such ideas defies all of my logic, so I guess I may have to give it a try.

Joseph Lieberman is looking to become president of the United States. I'd have to say this is big news, given that Al Gore announced he had no further intention of running for office. I will say that Lieberman is a more colorful candidate than Gore, but can he compete with John Edwards? And no, I'm not talking about this guy.

Lots of news from the Times' Calendar section this week. Along with their coverage of the Los Angeles Auto Show, there is also a feature article on record stores and what they mean for certain types of music. I like all of these stores for different reasons, but I tend to like Virgin the least. They do tend to have a large selection of books there though. Also, there's some coverage of the movies competing for the Best Animated Feature Academy Award. A little soon for Oscar coverage, but whatever works, I guess.

Lastly, a small bit of news concerning a small movie.

I was going to offer this week's artist without comment, but I believe Barry Windsor-Smith deserves more than an image posting. Mr. Windsor-Smith is one of the pioneering artists of the modern age of comics. Having been around since the mid '70's, he started out as a humble fantasy artist, gathering a nice body of work on Marvel's "Conan the Barbarian." His style was initially conventional, but eventually became more distinct as he became comfortable with his profession and the character he was working with. Recognition did not follow until his serial work for "Marvel Comics Presents" detailing the "origin" of Wolverine. Moving away from mainstream work, Mr. Windsor-Smith is also well-known for his work with smaller companies, most notably, the now defunct Valiant Comics. He still is published in various formats today. Check out his website for more examples of his stunning line. Both fantastic and engaging, his work is inspiring.

Ah, the return of updates to mine blog! Let us rejoice and celebrate with the inclusion of new items for your consumption. Eat up people!

Mark Millar seems to think the future belongs in comic books. Following his argument, you may agree that he thinks the future has always been depicted in fiction before it has become fact. I tend to agree with said theory. Inventions wouldn't become real if there were no imagination to begin with.

Edward Norton is one of my favorite actors, and probably one of the finest of his generation. Reading more about him reveals there is more to this actor than meets the eye. A smart fellow it would seem. I don't think I'd like to get in an argument with him.

Our country's laundry list of restrictions grows longer every day. Now, foreign scientists can't get money for research. Well, not so much that they can't, but it is significantly hard for them to get money when approval has to go through the National Security Agency.

We're all trekking out to Vegas this weekend for the Consumer Electronics Show. Not only will it be fun, but it's also still one of the premiere electroncs conventions still around. Read this article to find out why.

The new year saw the claim of Clonaid that they had developed the first human clone. I'd say that this is an interesting proclamation even though it comes with a source with some suspect credibility.

More fun news from our wonderful country. Apparently, MIT is a little skeptical of our nation's Missile Defense Initiative. Skeptical enough to start looking into it. Since when did our nation become so shady. Must be all the saber rattling our president is doing in the Middle East. Looks like a nice start to a new year.