Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas to ALL!

Canadian PSA's - ACCIDENTS

What a great way to prevent accidents at work... Well, at-least scare the shit out people while they are home eating dinner with their kids. I can imagine Jimmy looking at his mom & dad and asking them not to go to work anymore.

Quidditch

Harry Potter books are great but this just left me speechless. You would never get me to run full speed with a broom stick in my crotch!

THE DARK KNIGHT

This is going to be awesome!!

Death By Booze

Apparently 21 Captain & Cokes in a 3 hour time period and I am dead . I feel like I might have done this a few times in the past and here I am to blog about it. Yes, I can be stupid but give me some credit, the days of drinking that much dates back to college.

It would take 21 Captain & Cokes to kill me!

iPhone Idiot

Have you seen the commercial in which the pilot talks about avoiding a 3 hour delay thanks to his iPhone? Yeah…we don’t buy it either. But, someone did, and got spanked because of it. Because of weather delays, a guy’s plane gets diverted to a different airport. But, thanks to his trusty iPhone, the man notices the all-clear, and notifies the Flight Attendant. When relayed to the pilot, the pilot responded over the air with:

“If the passenger with the iPhone would be kind enough to use it to check the weather at our alternate, calculate our fuel burn due to being rerouted around the storms, call the dispatcher to arrange our release, and then make a phone call to the nearest Air Traffic Control center to arrange our timely departure amongst the other aircraft carrying passengers with iPhones, then we will be more than happy to depart. Please ring your call button to advise the Flight Attendant and your fellow passengers when you deem it ready and responsible for this multi-million dollar aircraft and its passengers to safely leave.”

You knew this was going to happen sooner rather than later…Just classic!



Pulled from the BGR

The Next Big Thing From Apple - iTablet

Could this be the next big product from Apple? This has been rumored for years... The whole touch screen thing would be great on a iTablet but holding it to your ear to make phone calls might be a little difficult... Wait, that's what the iPhone is for.

9 to 5 Mac has posted about this rumor - HERE

Jape - Floating

I heard this song for the first time in Ireland about 3 years ago and loved it (thanks Patrick).... Check out the video!

Google gPhone...

Here comes another phone... You will be able to see yourself on the phone, using the phone, on *Google Maps Live!!!



* Google Maps Live only exists in my imagination.

Recover Stolen Laptop, Get Free Beer for Life

This is awesome - get out your magnifine glass and start you hunt for a lifetime of beer!!

The owners of New Zealand-based boutique brewery Croucher Brewery Co. just got their laptop stolen. It was your usual crappy notebook, nothing fancy but full of valuable information for them. So valuable in fact that they have promised a free lifetime supply of their finest ale to whoever recovers it. That's about $18,000 in beerilicious fun. We asked Nigel, one of the owners, how many bottles that was as well as many other things about the laptop and their divine nectar.

Jesus Diaz: What laptop was it?
Nigel Gregory: It was a Dell Inspiron 5150.

JD: Any details that may help our readers find it online?
NG: I don't have the serial number with me now. The only thing I can think of that will automatically connect to the net is my antivirus/firewall program.

JD: What was in it that it's so important to offer free beer for life? I mean, come on, FREE beer from a non-industrial brewery for LIFE? That sounds like a pretty good deal to me.
NG: (Laugh) Yeah, it is a great offer. But we figure that since we don't have much spare cash and we make great beer, we would offer something a bit different. We have valued the beer at around USD18,000. It is a lot, but that is over a long period of time, at 12 bottles every month.

In terms of what is on the laptop, the main thing is financial info, all our accounts (the last backup was a few months ago—I know, I know, must back up more often). Also lots of photos, all our business email records, contact details, creative work. We do have a lot of it backed up, but have lost the more recent bits. It would save us a lot of time and effort if we get the laptop back.

JD: So any leads so far?
NG: Sadly, no. We've had a tremendous response to our offer, however, because we have got lots of coverage in New Zealand, and around the world for that matter. But the laptop remains "at large."

JD: I wonder if you get it back, will you start doing backups?
NG: (Laughter) Yes, I think you can safely assume we have learned our lesson. we've already implemented a couple of procedure changes to ensure we have some critical info in hard copy too.

Down 0-2 going to Wrigley.....

Yup - the Cubs have lost the first two games in Arizona and are heading to Chicago to play games 3 and 4 (game four if they win game three) at Wrigley Field. All I can say is I actually felt sick last night after the loss. I know I am a retard but there is no other team that can fuck with their fan's emotions like the Cubs. I just have to learn that this is part of being a Cubs fan....

My grandfather has been a fan for 82 years and has never had the pleasure of seeing them win the World Series. I guess I shouldn't be complaining, his disappointment in the team(s) is so much more. The sucky part is his comment to me last night before the game "Jess, I really hope they make it to the World Series this year." Now it just sucks even more. Come on Cubbies get your shit together!!

Verizon....

Here's a possible alternative to the iPhone since Verizon sucks in there choices of phones. It's the new blackberry pearl.... Not sure how I would feel about the keyboard no being full size. BTW - it comes out in November!

Newly Rated

Back in early July my blog rating was a kid friendly PG....

Testing it today results in:



This rating was determined based on the presence of the following words:

shit (3x)
fuck (2x)
punch (1x) - How can this word determine a rating - I don't really care but "punch you"

Chicago Cubs

I am heading to Wrigley this weekend with my wife and father to watch the last two home games of the season. The Cubbies are in the middle of a playoff race! It is going to be insane!!

Here's a thought....

As long as the Cubs focus on themselves and themselves only, we will be in good shape. We can’t worry about what the Brewers, Pirates, Cards, or anyone else for that matter is doing. They just need to win.

KID NATION PREMIERE TONIGHT - 8:00 PM CBS

Here's a little teaser!!

Hmmmm.

I realy have very little to say.... I want to play Wii bowling!

Finnish YMCA

WOW - this is too funny. The band really hates their job

Piracy King

Here's a good example of how not to setup a DVD and Music CD piracy business from your home. I'm sure these guys don't care if "The Sperminator" or "Free My Willy" end up in the "High School Musical 2" case but it's obvious why this guy got caught!!

BTW - If the poster on his wall is supposed mean he is a fan of "Disney's Tarzan" there are bigger problems!

Wedding Ring Freak Out!

Normally you would think that this would be about me freaking out about purchasing a wedding ring. It is not!! I will let my wife's blog tell the story about my emotional roller coaster ride. Imagine the triple loop before the end of the ride then seeing the stupid picture at the kiosk and having a good laugh, but never wanting to do it again.

Jeremy Mehrle collects Apple computers!

First, what a rediculous collection! Second, I wish I had a house with space for filling with collectible geek gold.

Don't get me wrong there is a slight feeling of jealousy and envy.

Angeles Crest Sunset

Angeles Crest Sunset
Originally uploaded by Spano

Camping was a wonderful escape this weekend! I learned of Geocaching (thanks Buddy), drank too much, and finished HP Book 7 all while sitting in the forest. PERFECT!

NEW LOOK (REVISED)!!

Nothing too exciting here.... I just wanted to let the few people that visit my blog know that I have changed the layout and look of SPANOISMS.

Three Additions:

1) Note the addition of the Twitter Updates on the upper left bar (the micro spanoisms blog). Really useless information you won't give a shit about!!

2) Note the addition of the flickr badge in the left column as well.

3) Note my new title image. The sunset is from Venice Beach.

Simpson Spano

As you have all heard The Simpsons Movie had a huge weekend and made approx. $71 million. The endless promotion that FOX put into this movie must have helped! I have included a Simpsonized photo of me (yes more hair) using one of these fantastic promotions. I have been trying to do this for the last two weeks but the site has been too busy. Now that the hype is calming down you should turn yourself into a Simpson as well!!!

Blog Ratings

My buddy over at Live From Rodney Drive posted about his blog rating - PG-13 and soon to be R with his recent post.

With 1 "asshole" I am currently rated at the safe and sound PG level.

Venice Beach

Venice Beach
Originally uploaded by Spano

Rachel and I walked around our neighborhood today taking pictures of the Venice Beach area. It was fun but so crowded. Wednesday is going to suck!

Apple Photo Booth Fun!

I was playing with Photo Booth on my Macbook tonight and I figured I would take a picture of our cat Paget. There was only one that is worth showing you.... The effects are so much fun. To keep from embarrassing Paget too much I figured I should post an old picture of me as well. Enjoy the laugh!

Young Rockstar!

Check ouy this kid rockng out to the System Of The Down!! Watch out Guitar Hero...

System of a Kid

Lo Mass Republic

Push play and tell me what your ears think! Lo Mass Republic is a friend's band that deserves more listeners. The second track "Falling Apart" is my favorite. (click "POSTS" on the botton to switch songs)


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iPhone Launch Thoughts....

If you are any kind of a Apple Computer fan or even a casual tech junkie you know that the iPhone goes on sale Friday, June 29th. During the 2007 WWDC this past Monday Steve Jobs stated that sales would begin at 6:00pm. Why 6:00pm?!?!

First, will the store prep for the sale the night before? This would allow the iPhone to be on display and ready for sale throughout the day but not allow the cash registers to start raking in the cash until 6:00pm. The other option would be to close down the Apple Stores around the US around 3:00pm. This would allow for a quick setup right before the bell rings. I do know that this isn't anything new for Apple. They did the same thing when Tiger was release in 2005. This just seems like an event that would justify an earlier time.

Second, I have been reading that the iPhone sale will begin at 6:00pm LOCAL TIME. This will mean that anyone living on the east coast will be able to buy the iPhone 3 hours before us west coasters? Shit, it will be 6 hours before anyone in Hawaii!!

Third, what kind of lines are they expecting at the store? Will they be limiting the number of people in the store? I would suggest signing up for a Genius Bar appointment at 6:00pm on the 29th as a possible way to bypass the long lines. There is a chance appointments won't be accepted on the 29th. Since you can only make appointments 3 days in advance I will have to check back on that one.

Forth, I was talking to an Apple employee today and suggested he take the 29th off since all the stores are going to be a crowded zoo. His comment was "I wish I could but it's a blackout day." Funny, I didn't know working at Apple restricted flying. ;)

Finally, Pure Mobile's is stating that they will have an unlocked iPhone (coming soon). I know Apple has an exclusive contract with AT&T so how will this be possible? Even if it is can you imagine what it will cost, premium dollars I expect. I have to assume the AT&T features like Visual Voicemail won't work. If anyone is daring enough to take this plunge please let me know the outcome. Yes, all you AT&T / Cingular users can laugh all you want. It's deserved for all our laughing at your dropped calls. Sadly, I would still switch over for the iPhone. Damb you Apple!

Fast Food Tricks

If you are having a fast food craving after seeing a TV add or a billboard, check out the link below! It might stop you from ordering or you will just order it and hope the food artists behind the counter can mold your food into the succulent piece of art it is supposed to be! Ha! BTW - the "Taco Bell Nachos Grande" takes the cake!!

FAST FOOD: ADS vs REALITY

Thanks to Jeff Kay for the pictures and initial post!

Movie Theater Idiots

Rachel & I went to see Pirates of The Caribbean 3 tonight and it was good but Pirates 2 was better! Anyway that isn't the point.

Rachel & I haven't seen a movie recently and decided to see a 6:30pm showing since I got home from work earlier than normal. We rush over to the Marina Del Rey Regal Cinemas and walk up to the ticket counter. "Two for the 6:30pm Pirates please" the guy looks at us and says "just so you know this showing is closed caption for the deaf so there will be subtitles at the bottom of the screen for the entire movie". Perfect I can read "arrrr", "cannon fires", etc. No thanks, we will wait for the 7:00pm showing.

Off to Koo Koo Roo for dinner....

Back from dinner and a bag of Twizzlers in my hand we walk into theater 1. I didn't expect a crowd seeing as it was a Wednesday evening showing. Rachel and I were number 4 & 5 in the theater and sat near the middle but on the isle so I could put my feet up & stretch. Before we know it, another couple comes in and sits right in front of us even with 90% of the seats still empty. They did see my feet up and noticed that I wasn't moving so they sat one over from the isle. It wasn't really in front of me but it screwed Rachel out of a foot rest for a 2 hour and 45 minute movie. Next, the large, loud, popcorn woman rumbles down the isle. Guess where she sat..... Right f$%#'n behind me! Starting to get annoyed. Then we hear "What time does this movie start" yelled from a retarded father and son that walk in at 7:00pm (right when the movie should be starting). He then says "7:10pm right on time". Hey dumbass when you bought your ticket didn't you say "2 for the 7:00pm Pirates". They proceed to walk by us and say hello the to asshole that sat in front of us. Go figure!

The trailers starts to roll, guess what... In stroll 5 people with 3 of them wearing pirate costumes and holding plastic pistols. They are obviously drunk/high and laughing at everything. They decide to sit directly across the isle from ME! What could get worse you might ask? Well from the moment the trailers start to roll the center ceiling speaker has a loud hummm that can be heard at all times. I am about to walk out and complain but decide to bit my tongue and see what happens when the actual movie starts. Glad I did as the hmmmm faded at the end of the ads.

About 1 hour into the movie the retarded father and son decide to walk up to our front neighbors and say goodbye. I guess they liked Pirates 2 better but what a waste of $30 (they bought popcorn and a soda). I figure they snuck into the this movie after seeing Spiderman 3 and decided it was a good place to eat their dinner.

Thank god the issues ended and the movie continued without further incidents. Long lines and big crowds on opening weekend doesn't sound that bad after this.

In memory of Virginia Tech

In memory of those who who lost their life or were severely injured in this tragedy, a ribbon was created by the university. You can go to their homepage for more information surrounding the shootings.

WOW!

Is this really the best way to keep your pet happy?
Pet Sex Dolls

Dodgeball - sort of....

If you are looking to waste even more time at work try this game. At this point my best is 120 as you can see above. Let me know what you get!!

Bride Has Massive Hair Wig Out

This might be fake but it's so funny! Watch it to the end - the last minute is the best!

TGIF

I am not sure if the rest of you care but THANK GOD IT'S FRIDAY!!

Copter Game

If you are looking to waste some time at work here is a fun little game. At this point my best is 1028 as you can see above. Let me know what you get!!

Garry & Chee Chee episode 2

Episode 2 of Gary & Chee Chee

F__K DA EAGLES

Here's the video of the incident.

FOX Mistakenly Tells Off The Eagles

Did anyone just catch the "Fuck Da Eagles" T-Shirt being worn by the blonde that FOX just decided to show? I bet the camera operator was looking for a hot footaball chick in the crowd and didn't notice the shirt. Big Mistake!! Who wants to bet on the amount of the FCC fine that we will be reading about tomorrow!?!?

Chicago Bears Shuffle

You gotta love the 85 Bears!