The sun is out, spring is in full bloom, and that can only mean one thing. It's THAT time of year, time for...DOGS EATING ICE CREAM:
March 23, 2012: Needy pugs! A beautiful partnership! And Happy Belated International Macaron Day!
"Nothing ruins a dog walk like a hole in a poopy bag." - Me, yesterday. Back when we first moved to Vancouver twelve years ago, we looked into adopting a pug from a local pug rescue, but the process proved so difficult and time-consuming that we gave up and went the breeder route instead. And it's…
March 11, 2012: Dog Matter! Watching, reading, doing!
Hey! Check out how much mom's dog, Felix, is enjoying my comic book series Dark Matter. He can't take his eyes off it! After receiving the above pic, I'm now seriously considering casting all-dog talent for the prospective Dark Matter television series/mini-series. What do you think? Felix as hot-headed rough and tumble THREE? Of course, my…
March 7, 2012: And you thought YOU hated visiting the dentist! It may surprise you to know (t.v. edition)…!
Poor Jelly. She went in for her dental today. She certainly knew something was up the moment I buckled her into the car. Check out how nervous she was... It's always same thing when we visit the vet. She'll tremble all the way there and in the waiting room. Then, once I've checked in with…
February 14, 2012: Roses and Reeses – and beans! Sundry dog items and next week’s Superfilm of the Week pick!
I asked Akemi where she wanted to go for Valentine's dinner? She informed me that she'd prefer to eat at home. And so, inspired by the occasion (and a recipe from Gordon Ramsay), I made beans for dinner - supplemented by a couple of schnitzels. Romantic, no? And, of course, the Valentine gifts... I'm pleased…
February 11, 2012: Casting dilemma! Another Apple issue! Dancing bonito! And remembering Maximus.
Well, well, well - look at who picked up the latest issue of my comic book series, Dark Matter. None other than my buddy (and former Stargate Special Features Producer) Ivon Bartok. While I appreciate the effort and obvious enthusiasm, I can't help but feel there's an ulterior motive here. Let's face it, it's no…
February 9, 2012: Max
I picked up Max's ashes from the animal hospital yesterday, shortly after getting back into town. They were accompanied by a certificate of cremation and a copy of The Rainbow Bridge, a poem I've never been able to bring myself to read in its entirety. Amongst the mail that had amassed over my twelve days…
January 28, 2012: Tokyo Day #1! Earthquakes, interviews, and chicken butts!
When I woke up this morning, my eyeballs felt like desiccated husks swarming with fire ants. Compounding the issue was the fact that "morning", in this case, was 3:37 a.m. Following a series of travel-related delays, we didn't end up checking into our hotel until 9:00 p.m. local time. After grabbing a quick meal, showering,…
January 27, 2012: The Longest Day
The night before my departure, I started my next day's blog, figuring I could get a head start on a short travel day. The photo of Bubba sitting in my suitcase seemed an appropriate intro, and the final page preview of Dark Matter #2 a perfect ending. I would have a couple of hours before…
January 25, 2012: Awww %&^#! Maximus! Dark Matter #2 Preview!
So, about twelve years ago, I had an idea for a horror movie - an idea, in retrospect, well ahead of its time. Instead of writing the script, I sat on the idea. A couple of years later, a movie came out that was, in its unique direction, very similar. And so, the idea ended…
January 5, 2012: Countdown to Dark Matter! Pick my next show! And NFL playoff fantasy line-up!
Check it out! The advance solicitations for Dark Matter issues #1-4, complete with covers (art by Garry Brown, colors by Ryan Hill) and non-spoilerific teasers. DARK MATTER #1 Joseph Mallozzi (W), Paul Mullie (W), Garry Brown (A/Cover), and Ryan Hill (C) A derelict ship floats in space, its troubled crew awakened from stasis with no…
January 3, 2012: The doggy dilemma! Dark Matter!
antisocialbutterflie writes: "I have garnered a lot of respect for you and your rallying behind Maximus for a while. There’s a strength of character and obvious loyalty for the things you care about that lures me back more than any amusement you provide. I now find myself in a similar situation and my understanding of…
December 30, 2011: Another Dark Matter interview! Ugly ornaments! Maximus! News of note!
I've been doing quite a few online interviews in support of my comic book, Dark Matter, that launches January 11, 2011. The latest here with Ryan Thomason at WatchPlayRead (http://watchplayread.com/wpr-interview-with-dark-matter-writer-joseph-mallozzi/) in which I discuss both Dark Matter and Stargate. Now onto matters of equal importance... I am very disappointed with the lack of ugly Christmas ornaments out…
December 23, 2011: Travel Day! Early Reviews of Dark Matter #1! Fabulously Festive Furball Fotos! Show off your hideous Christmas ornaments!
We're Montreal-bound today so, rather than keep you waiting on a blog entry, I thought I'd post early and give you all a head start on your holiday planning. As I mentioned in yesterday's post, digital advance copies of Dark Matter #1 went out to the various online sites. The reviews are starting to come…
December 22, 2011: Maximus’s Day Out! Squeezing in one more food truck! Take part in our Ugliest Christmas Ornament contest!
Given the fact that the prognosis isn't good for my pug, Maximus, we've decided to make the most of his remaining days. And so, this afternoon, taking advantage of a rare sunny day, we took him out for a walk along the seawall. A great time was had by all. Now Maximus may have lost…