I woke up early this morning, completed the third act of my TimEscape script, then picked up mom and her neighbors and drove to Smoke Meat Pete for a meal I'd been looking forward to all week. And a meal that was simply not destined to happen. Sadly, the place is closed - FOR SIX…
February 20, 2020: Montreal Day #8!
It's been a whirlwind couple of days here in Montreal. Yesterday, I took my mother to the hospital to have her cast removed cast removed and fitted for a wrist brace. Today, I accompanied her to get her pants hemmed. Tomorrow, we'll be going to pick up said pants. Crazy, no? Yesterday's lunch was (my…
February 18, 2020: Montreal Day #6!
Going a little stir crazy here in Montreal. But, at least, I'm getting stuff done. I've read four books and two graphic novels, written twenty-five pages of the new TimEscape script, and just had a call regarding that horror script. They asked me if I wanted to direct and, while interesting, it's not something I've…
February 17, 2020: Suji Monday!
I've lost all sense of time here in Montreal. I completely missed Suji Sunday. So here is Suji Monday! How could I forget this face? Pretty in pink. What I've been missing... https://youtu.be/5vVotZAd2s4 What Akemi refers to as "the crispy tongue"!
I knew instantly – it wasn’t a shrimp shell!
Last night, I attended a dinner party hosted by my old high school buddy, Lawrence, and his wife, Mel. We were enjoying a nice take-out meal from a nearby restaurant. Halfway through supper, Lawrence, seated beside me, suddenly pulled something out of his mouth and uttered a shocked: "What is THIS?!". A hush fell over…
February 15, 2020: Montreal Day #3!
My recent internet searches have included: "perfect murder", "fake your own death", and "how to get rid of a dead body". This morning, it was: "nuclear fusion", "heavy water", and "missile guidance systems". I wonder if whoever monitors online activity bothers to cross-reference search topics with a surfer's profession. It's research for this new script.…
February 14, 2020: Like Bill Murray on his 30th Groundhog Day loop!
My sister's dogs are bed hogs. Kona likes to sprawl out in the middle of the mattress while Ralphie is given to pacing around at night and burrowing under the covers. They must have awakened a good half dozen times between 5-7 a.m., anxiously looming over me in expectation of an early breakfast. Every time…
February 13, 2020: Montreal Day #1!
Well, Day #1 of my dogsitting stay in Montreal is almost complete. And I am completely exhausted. I caught the second to last flight out of Toronto last night, got in a little after 9:00 p.m., woke up at 4:30 a.m. this morning to drive my sister to the airport, read for several hours, then…
February 11, 2020: Gatecon 2020!
Hey, Stargate fans - "Tickets are still available for Gatecon Full Circle, the big 20th anniversary Stargate celebration being held in Vancouver August 27-30, 2020. Head on over to http://www.gatecon.com to grab your ticket while you still can." Check it out! Guests will include beloved cast members, fan favorites, and Gary Jones! I don't usually…
February 10, 2020: I’m Team Habanero!
https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1226954624650956805 I love spicy. Always have. The heat, obviously, but also the flavors of the varied peppers simmering beneath that deep fire kick. The bottom shelf of my refrigerator is occupied by my hot sauce collection (much to Akemi's chagrin) with names like Brain Damage, Memento Muerte, and Howler Monkey. Although I have a high…
February 9, 2020: Suji Sunday!
Come on! Let's get moving! That expectant look. The bath time routine... https://youtu.be/ffjx_AWtvkU Yech! Daughter-Daddy time.
February 8, 2020: Serial killer, you say?
Majority of serial killers are Taurus, study claims I am not in the least surprised. "Is your friend a Taurus? Does he or she obsess over murder and watch way too much “CSI”? There’s a good reason to be wary now." And yet it's always the same. Whenever police catch a serial killer, the neighbors…
February 7, 2020: Sliding on over…
Scientists are searching for a mirror universe. It could be sitting right in front of you. What's this? On the heels of our discussion about seeking out a new timeline comes this article from NBC News on the search for a mirror universe! Coincidence? Maaaaybe. OR - maybe not! Is this a sign? Some echo…
February 6, 2020: The Evening Edition!
Took a HUGE schnitz today at Country Style Hungarian Restaurant. As did my friend Robbie. Akemi opted for the cabbage roll. It has been a while. In fact, now that I think on it, I believe the last time I had schnitzel was at The Black Forest Inn in Hamilton during Dark Matter's third season. It…
February 4, 2020: Akemi-isms! Project update! Lunches, lunches, and dinners!
https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1224512961458450434 Wait! Have I already shifted out of the dark timeline? Received a message today regarding a project I have been working on with this lovable individual - Yes, I'm collaborating with Ed the Sock (and, oh yeah, also his handler, the lovely and talented Steve Kerzner) on a high concept procedural. Anyway, we're scheduling…