Happy Friday everybody, I hope you survived the week. If you're just hanging on by your fingernails 'til you punch the clock, let me fill your time with some mindless drivel to get you through. Then you'll have something to discuss later at the pub.
You've probably heard about former JetBlue flight attendant Steven Slater: the guy who quit his job by announcing said career move via a profanity laced on-board intercom rant, grabbing a beer from the beverage cart and exiting the aircraft via an emergency chute. The tirade was triggered by a passenger smacking him in the head with a piece of luggage. Thanks to Facebook, Twitter and every other form of social networking he's become something of a folk hero. I don't know about that. Granted there is no pleasure in being whacked in the noggin' with a carry on bag, but considering the times we live in, should we be celebrating airline employees who snap like a twig under pressure?
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Speaking of social networking, you might know Mark Zuckerberg, but do you also know Eduardo Saverin , Dustin Moskovitz, Andrew McCollum and Chris Hughes? Well, they are all compliant in creation of Facebook, although Zuckerberg gets lion's share of the credit. You should know this because there is this movie called The Social Network, coming to a multiplex near you, all about the aforementioned internet phenomena.
Do we really need a movie about a bazillionaire with one good idea and great timing? I don't know about you, but my mouse pointer is hovering over the 'unlike' button.
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Speaking of movies I won't be seeing, Eat Pray Love stars relationship-challenged Julia Roberts in a flic based on the book by Elizbeth Gilbert. For all you guys out there, its all about a woman who jets off to Italy, India and Indonesia to find herself. And you wonder why developing nations can't stand western civilization. Ya, I get it, it's romantic and all, but I figure you could save a snot load of cash and significantly reduce your carbon footprint by just looking in the mirror. 'Oh, there I am.'
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Speaking of losing touch with reality, Dina Lohan recently referred to the judge in her daughter Lindsay's legal fracas as "reclusive." She blamed the legal system for her daughter's suffering and claimed that the court was playing hardball, using her daughter as an example for others. So, let me get this straight, repeatedly violating court orders and ongoing substance abuse is the fault of the system. Just checking. And the mom-of-the year award goes to...
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Let me talk instead about really great moms. Specifically my mom-in-law who celebrates her birthday today (it's a milestone one, but I won't reveal the number). She's an amazing lady with a wonderful heart and a fantastic sense of humour. Happy Birthday Chris! Love ya.
Have a great weekend everyone.
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