The Weather Man

VIDEO #334

Sounds from the last day of Feb 2011

The snow has left and the rain has come. By the looks of things, it's going to be around for a little while. So as your weather man, I would recommend an umbrella, a high dose of vitamin D and a bar of Irish Springs.

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The Life of Harry the Snowman

VIDEO #333

The Life of Harry the Snowman Theme Music

I am terribly sad to say... that today...Harry left us. He is now in a better place. Snowman heaven. I know he's looking down at me smiling, wanting me to know everything is going good up there and that he will look over me when he's not occupied with snowman heaven festivities. Harry, here's to you good buddy. I love you so much. Take care of yourself.

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A Late Winter

VIDEO #332

Song - "Brackett" by Bon Iver

Spring sprung early, snow fell late... only time will tell if the groundhog was right or wrong.... either way, life will go on. Yes, I am deeply looking forward to a summer filled with medium hot temperatures. Not too hot where a pool is mandatory, just hot enough to be a luxury. Oh summer, how I miss thee.

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Extreme Urban Sledding

VIDEO #331

Song - "Hello Fascination" by Breathe Carolina

The snow is almost completely gone already so we had to get the most out of it and try out the new action sport, "Extreme Urban Sledding!" I think in a couple years we'll be seeing this in the X-Games and in about 10 years, the Winter Olympics. Just remember, you saw it here first folks!

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Snow Day

VIDEO #330

Song - "Frosty the Snowman" A Rondo Brothers Remix

Can you tell we do not get snow out in Portland that often? People get crazy out here when the "Arctic Blast" hits. Granted, we can get pretty nasty ice storms, but the 2 inches we get shuts the city down, people run to the market for canned goods, flashlights, and shovels... it's madness. Nothing like the 2 feet of snow overnight in Minnesota but still, it's snow and we'll take it.

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Pack It In, Pack It Out

VIDEO #329

Music by Jim Walker - Thanks Jim!

Over 50 years ago, 20 bubbling springs fed Johnson Lake in Portland, Oregon. A place where people went swimming, rented boats and fished, enjoyed the beach house and boogied down in the dance hall. Today.... well, it is a sad sight and could use a hand before it becomes a total, lost cause.

Visit Portland Parks & Rec for more information HERE

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Marsh's Free Museum

VIDEO #328

Sounds of the Weird

In the last video from Long Beach, we stopped on over to Marsh's Free Museum to visit Jake the Alligator Man, the two headed calf and all the other strange oddities the museum has in store. Oh, and did I mention it's free? It's hard not to throw a nickel or dime in the antique novelty machines. A must see if in the town, you can't afford not to check it out!

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Mr. Krabs

VIDEO #327

Song - "Migration" by Jimmy Buffett

Getting fresh crab from OleBob's in Ilwaco, WA sure beats the landlocked grocery store! Even the cats agreed.

Here's a video in the days we couldn't afford to buy crab: VIDEO #50

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Let's Clam

VIDEO #326

Song Line Up: "Louis, Louis" performed by Teitur, "Collect Call" by Metric and "Walking With A Ghost" by Tegan & Sara

We headed to Long Beach, WA for a little razor clam dig, unfortunately we didn't do very well but tons of fun was still had. Check for the next dig, get your clam gun, clam license and cook up some tasty chowder! Ummm um.

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Super 8

VIDEO #325

Song - "Hotel" by Cassidy featuring R. Kelly

Sometimes it's fun to stay in an all America style hotel off the main drag kind of hotel/motel like the Super 8. All the fanciest amenities one could ask for and then some. So, when heading to Long Beach Washington, don't shy away from this destination. It's well worth every hard earned American dollar... and the chicks dig guys who stay here.

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Moon Quest

VIDEO #324

Song - "The Proposition #2" by Nick Cave & Warren Ellis accompanied by Buzz Aldrin's reencounter of an alien spacecraft during the Apollo 11 mission

Tonight is a full moon so make sure, if the sky clears, to lift your head up and take a look. These video clips are from last night... a sneak peek if you will, and of course in strange, alien fashion.

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Happy Birthday Katana

VIDEO #323

Songs - "Happy Birthday" by New Kids on the Block and "Birthday Girl" by The Roots

Yesterday was a day filled with great fun for one very sweet girl on her special day... Happy Birthday Katana!

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Mike's Daydream

VIDEO #322

Song - "Welcome Home" by Metallica performed by Rockabye Baby

This morning we had snow followed by sunshine, soon to come was rain and finally hail. A crazy day which made the cats a little confused, especially Mike the Cat. I tried to make this look as if Mike was having a little daydream of a nice summer's day during the rain, so picture that if it doesn't happen for ya. Off the subject, Happy Birthday Tana, let's go bowling!

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Light My Fire

VIDEO #321

Song - "Basket Case" by Green Day covered by Rockabye Baby

Cold, rainy weather calls for a cozy night at home. We sure were happy to have upgraded to the instamatic mood setting house mode when we moved in. Now, the house just does what we ask it to. Make me a fire.... done! Clean the cat box..... done! Blow delicious clean air from your vents... no problem. It's totally worth the extra couple bucks a month.

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Happy Valentine's Day

VIDEO #320

A Valentine's Day Song

Today is a holiday which some believe was made up by Hallmark to get people out shopping and it makes these people feel a little bah humbug to celebrate. I think that today simply helps remind us all to think about all the people we have in our lives and how great it feels to spread a little love around. So, with that... thank you to all the people who are in my life. You've made me the person I am... and Katana, I love you so very much.

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House Arrest

VIDEO #319

Music by Jim Walker

I can see the movie slogan - "Jaws made people too scared to enter the water... this will make you never want to deliver a pizza again!" I stumbled across this great footage shot back in December, 2004. Who knows what Corey and I were thinking back then, but when I looked at the footage today, I thought, man... this would make an awesome little short. Corey debuting in an all-star performance and the all talented Jim Walker setting the atmosphere... shoot, all I had to do is put the clips together and witness the magic. Great to see old footage resurface and laugh out loud... even if it's watching yourself getting strangled to death. Thanks Corey and Jim!

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The Big Slot

VIDEO #318

Song - "Ghost Riders In The Sky" performed by the Unknown Guitar Slinger and Estaban

I really wanted to share the video of this Unknown Guitarist from Vegas. His smile is priceless. Who cares if he misses a couple notes here and there... the smile makes up for it. Oh, and we did not beat Vegas on this trip. She got the best of us.

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Feature Film Part 2

VIDEO #317

Song - "Ridin' Dirty" by Chamillionaire

Here is Part Two to the all exciting semi-feature film of toys gone bad... are you excited yet? You know I am!

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Dancing Barbies

VIDEO #316

Song - "You Can Call Me Al" by Paul Simon

These were the requests for a birthday video from a friend: "Something with your little toys and Keeley as a giant Japanese movie monster. And I better get a producer AND a writer credit for that one!" I know how much she loves Barbie photo shoots so I incorporated Barbies. The cat liked "Ken" too much so the monster part was a wash. Anywho, Happy Birthday Kim! Cheers ya later.

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Beats n Strings

VIDEO #315

Songs - "Moonlight Sonata" and "Classical Gas (live)" Performed by Zach Andrew

If you watched yesterday's video, you'd see that Vegas is filled with street performers. Their talents are on many different levels and you might question what gets these people up, motivated to hit the streets and what kind of success they're having... if any. After a dozen Elvis impersonators I was fortunate to find someone really "performing." Sure it is fun to see Austin Powers walking around shaking hands with people but my money is on this guy, Zach Andrew. A nice guy with a good ear for music. And word has it, this is his full time job. That's pretty cool.

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People Are Strange

VIDEO #314

Song - "People Are Strange" by The Doors, covered by Echo and the Bunnymen

If you have seen the movie, "Lost Boys" you might recognize this cover by The Doors. Also, you might remember the movie later opens up to a very similar montage that takes place in Santa Clara. I always liked the movie (who couldn't like a movie the Two Coreys were in?) and I wanted to pay tribute to it... Vegas style.

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The Man Spa

VIDEO #313

A Relaxation Medley to cure your case of the Mondays

A week ago, I had a case of the mondays. This week, I wouldn't have that. This monday is meditation monday and I put together this whacky video which started out really funny, then turned super weird. Hey, go with it... let the voices be your guide!

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The Super Bowl

VIDEO #312

Tappy Tap Taps From Dan's Magic Hands

If you missed tonight's game, here are the highlights accompanied with tapping from my own little "Super Bowl." Sorry to the Steeler's fans, I left out all the highlights for you guys. It wouldn't change the outcome so, as they say, "if you can't beat 'em... join 'em." Go Pack Go!

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LAS to PDX

VIDEO #311

Song - "1974" by Gone Done Wrong

Even though it is only a 2 hour flight from Las Vegas to Portland, it is quite an extreme difference in lifestyle... then again, it's a huge difference anywhere and Las Vegas. Needless to say, it feels great to be home even though the sky is gray and the streets are wet. I wouldn't trade it for (almost) anything. Viva Las Portlandia!

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Sunset in the Desert

VIDEO #310

Song - "Run This Town (Instrumental)" by Jay-Z

These time lapse clips all took place tonight, deep in the Nevada desert where snakes and scorpions roam the dried earth, sage brush blows aimless over dunes and roller coasters scream through the sky at a mini version of New York City. Wait... what was that last part? Three words... Vegas baby, Vegas!

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Physical Challenge: Bridge Lifts

VIDEO #309

Super Human Strength Music

Who needs a membership to the gym when you've got places like the St. John's Bridge? Just grab, lift and repeat.

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The Car Accident

VIDEO #308

Sounds that happen when you get get by a car

You know, it was a little strange putting this one together. I caught myself laughing hysterical, over and over, when I saw myself getting hit by the car and adding the sound effects. This is very unhealthy. I plan to seek professional help.

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Portland Poker Club Promo

VIDEO #307

Songs - "Make Her Say" and "Alive" by Kid Cudi

Portland Players Club just received a facelift so head on down to 60th and NE Glisan, second floor of Biddy's for a tournament, play some pool, pinball, catch a game on the flat screens and grab some food. If you play your cards right, you might walk out with a nice stack of cash!

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