SEARCH AND RESCUE (501) When production resumed on Stargate: Atlantis's fifth season, little did we realize at the time that it would be our final year. We were coming off a terrific fourth season and had some great scripts on deck and some big ideas for what lay ahead. Samantha Carter was on her way…
September 12, 2012: Conversations with my Japanese Girlfriend – Podcast #1 (the story of Noah)! Days of Stargate Atlantis Past! Seer!
The cultural divide between Akemi and I has made for some very interesting conversations. More often than not, my attempts to explain certain facets of the Western world have only served to baffle her as she makes the all too innocent error of attempting to apply logic to such notions as tipping, fashion, and vegetarianism.…
August 30, 2012: The things we do for our pets! Cast your vote for The Most Heartbreaking Moment in Stargate History!
Some of you were wondering about my sister's dog, Aspen, who made an appearance in yesterday's blog - a video of him following his post-chemo treatment, clearly feeling a little zoned-out. Well, here's the update. In early June, the poor boy was diagnosed with prostate cancer that had metastasized to his bladder and lymph node.…
August 29, 2012: My sister’s dog is high as a kite! A souffle-less souffle outing! What was The Most Heartbreaking Moment in Stargate History?
My sister's dog is high: Aspen apparently feeling uber-relaxed following his latest chemo treatment. Fingers crossed it helps! It never fails. Every night, Akemi and I work out while watching one of the food shows, be it Hell's Kitchen, Master Chef, Top Chef, Top Chef Masters, Chuck's Day Off, Chef Academy, or Around the World…
August 28, 2012: The Most Heartbreaking Moment in Stargate History!
A new poll and another chance to win a signed script! What, in your opinion, was The Most Heartbreaking Moment in Stargate History? In coming up with the list of candidates, I tried to consider the events in context. For instance, while Universe's final episode was heartfelt, it was only heartbreaking insofar as the audience…
August 24, 2012: Days of Stargate Atlantis Past! First Strike!
Days of Stargate Atlantis past wraps up SGA's third season with... FIRST STRIKE (320) Atlantis's third season concludes in fine style. Under threat from a powerful Asuran weapon, Atlantis has no choice but to do the unthinkable - leave! And the City of Atlantis does just that, rising up off the surface of the ocean…
August 23, 2012: Dog Blog! Days of Stargate Atlantis Past! Vengeance!
The dogs make the most of the remaining days of summer: And we continue our look back at Stargate: Atlantis's third season with... VENGEANCE (319) Hot on the heels of the creepy, horror-like Submerged comes the equally creepy mini creature-feature guest starring the villainous Michael. Turns out he didn't perish in that hive ship battle…
August 21, 2012: The Curious Case of the Unapproved Comment! News of Note! Days of Stargate Atlantis Past! Sunday!
Don't you just hate it? You write up a comment and hit "post" only to be informed your comment is awaiting moderation. Now, provided you weren't rude or disrespectful (or redirected to the spam bin) your comment will eventually appear. But sometimes it doesn't. Sometimes, you'll comment, hit "post", be informed your content is awaiting…
August 17, 2012: Vancouver Olive Oil Company! The Weird Food Purchase of the Week returns! Days of Stargate Atlantis Past! The Tao of Rodney!
Akemi and I were out and about today, running errands, when we happened across The Vancouver Olive Oil Company, a delightful little shop on West Broadway (2571 W. Broadway to be exact). Having recently read an article on the poor quality of the olive oil sold in most supermarkets (ranging from old stock to adulterated…
July 22, 2012: Vote for The Greatest Season-ending Cliffhanger in Stargate History! The Evolution of Akemi at Starbucks! Back to the Kits Street Fest for Dinner!
A reminder to cast your vote for The Greatest Season-ending Cliffhanger in Stargate History for a chance to win a signed script and a nifty Stargate security badge - Head on over here, pick a cliffhanger, then leave a comment for a chance to win: To whoever asked - yes, I'll be continuing my trip…
July 12, 2012: One day to Comic Con! Days of Stargate: Atlantis Past! Season 2!
Copies of my comic book series Dark Matter? Check. Giveaway items? Check. Girlfriend? Check! I'm ready for Comic Con. If you happen to be in San Diego this weekend and also just happen to have tickets to Comic Con, swing on by the Dark Horse Comics booth (#2615) between 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. I'll…
July 11, 2012: Two Days to Comic Con! Days of Stargate: Atlantis Past! Allies!
Qu'est ce que c'est? Why, it's the Stargate: Atlantis ultimate box set. It includes the entire series PLUS a bonus disc with all new extras. I'll be giving it away to some lucky, random individual who comes to visit me between 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. this Saturday at the Dark Horse Comics booth (#2615). Whether…
July 7, 2012: 7 Days to Comic Con! A Stargate Reunion – of sorts! Days of Stargate: Atlantis Past! Coup D’Etat!
So, I'm prepping for Comic Con, selecting giveaway items for the fans who will visit my booth - accidentally assuming it's a Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along-related signing only to discover the truth to late! The gate will be shut and locked behind them for the duration of my hour long meandering reminiscences of all the places…
July 1, 2012: Post-massage dog-wrangling! Days of Stargate: Atlantis Past! The Hive! Epiphany!
I've been feeling stressed-out of late and so, at Akemi's behest, I booked us an hour-long couple massage at the local Absolute Spa. We left the house well in advance of our 1:00 p.m. appointment yesterday, figuring we could relax in the sauna for half an hour beforehand. We were only a couple of blocks…
June 30, 2012: NOT so fast! A return visit to the Night Market! Days of Stargate: Atlantis Past! Aurora! The Lost Boys!
I woke up this morning to a new set of notes. Wait! Notes on what? I have even started a new writing job yet. Oh, wait. These are notes for the LAST writing job. The miniseries I assumed we'd completed work on a week and a half ago. Paul and I handed in the second…