Seems nowadays, we're all being dumbed down slowly by relying on either wikipedia or even easier google to answer life's most common questions. Whether it is something useful like currency exchange rate needed on the fly, meaning of something, where to buy a certain something, how to do something or anything else that is random, it is only a few keystrokes away (of course having internet connection is a must!) Don't ask me how but i stumbled on someone's photoshop skills turned funny. Before i go on, do you remember a few years back when there was a viral (meme) about someone typing in "white guy stole my car" and Google would suggest below your search query..." Did you mean, Black guy stole my car?" hilarious, and while these arent as funny, i got a couple chuckles outta them, so enjoy!
Today, well this morning.. coming from a long trek cross country in a bumpy american airlines flight i found some solace in a video where rapper 50c is putting about $2,000,000 cash in the trunk of his Lamborghini. To me this is funny, who cares what he does with him money but it was just amusing cause why would you put $2,000,000 cash in your trunk? why the hell not!? Shit i walk about with couple grand in my car sometimes... you know sometimes u just need to make it rain on a mofo! lol dont tell me you haven't ever gone to ahh errr balchelor party and changed couple hundred bucks into dollar bills to have a heavy stack. Okay me either but, why not? it's still legal tender and screw the haters that wants to hate cuz you got a tall stack. So i guess that's really fiddy's motivation for making the video. Good for him.
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| just like these mexicans stacking up $207 mil, guess it couldnt fit in the El Camino! lol |
That harmless albeit silly video sparked an interesting conversation - started with how stupid he was being and Mr. X and Mr. Y are so much more remarkable and distinguished fiscally responsible people. Oddly, the tone of the conversation actually got a bit condescending because i was told i should learn from Mr. Y and it struck me! It was as surreal as being robbed by gun point in the middle of a busy store in broad day light... you realize it's happening but wtf? really? lol I guess the chain of events made me vocalize what i've thought about facebook for the longest time. It is fucking entertainment. I dont watch reality tv for a reason... i got my own reality, my own drama so i dont need to have those types of shows on my mind. If you dont understand what i mean, i'll put it this way, i don't do second life because ive got a real life.
So i will leave you with this thought facebook although a good place to get info and references for practical things and applications - it is just for fun (ie. for me at least) so lighten up! If you really want to talk economics, politics, and other boring things - we can but let's do it privately so we dont bore everyone who is looking for a momentary break from stress and pressure of reality.
Would you take your $22,000 Cartier to the guy in a mall kiosk to clean and repair? Didn't think so! Well then you certainly wouldn't take your freshly purchased Triple Crown, Thoroughbred $10,000,000 race horse to the local vet. So why are you using $15 wax on your 1/4 million dollar car? Ohh, you don't do it, you hire a professional? Who then charges your $350 for a wash and $700 for a light wax job? What do you think he uses? Why not insist on uber premium products on your car, you can - after all you're paying for it.
Shining Monkey, makers of the revolutionary No Spitting Tire Shine has out done themselves this time introducing an ultra premium wax at SEMA 2010. Already offering premium products in the appearance chemical category however this wax is a few steps above current offerings. Given the name Couture Culture Wax, it is a wax that is absolutely unlike any other. For starters it is made of a collection of rare waxes, exotic blends and concentrated amounts of very expensive performance enhancers. There will only be a limited supply of this wax (99), as each is numbered and comes with certificate of authenticity. With purchase of the Couture Culture Wax, it will be hand delivered anywhere in the world by one of the company's technician. Then for the next two days the technician will not only demonstrate proper use of the Couture Culture Wax but also give tips and train the detailer/ or owner on proper use of other products outside of the Couture Culture Wax. Best of all, you get a lifetime supply of this secret formulated uber wax. Price tag you ask? a mere $25,000 usd.
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| As shown here in this display, comes in a solid stainless steel bar filled with 32 oz of the best wax in the world. |
That's not to say i don't dig intelligent albeit dull girls but let's face it, whether you're into sports, gaming, or even politics, dont you want to be with someone that can shine on common topics, if not just look nice and shiney?
Well, in 2003-2004 SEMA i recall a Subaru specialized company called Prodrive introduce an arsenal of time attack cars all featuring a flat, matte silver finish. It was unique, it was well poised - i loved it. This year in Las Vegas at the Sema convention was an abundance of matte finished cars, some was well done and some just looked like unfinished (primer stage) and ridiculous. So it is official, the flat matte finish is a trend, and just like any going crazy with it or carried away can just look stupid. What is a good example? How about spoilers... from function to style to just absurdity!
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| well done! SL65 amg Black Series |
Most recent (or at least aggressively pushing) in the marketplace is a brand that makes stuff to make your car shiney (i.e. wax, wash, polish), now making a vinyl specifically to cover ever square inch of the paint to give the desired matte finish. Maybe i have a biased opinion (for obvious reasons) but that doesn't seem to make sense. That's like owning a vodka company but having your staff wear an anti-drinking t shirt and boasting big black X's on everyone's hand.
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| An ass like that shiney isn't a requirement |
As i learned at the show, for a low $1500 or $2500 installed and in less than 3 days you too can have your car dulled. I do see advantages of the process, don't get me wrong! You can for about the same price to paint the car you can get some awesome stickers to change the look that isnt permanent. Ummm... it will protect the actual paint underneath from damage and keep that shine in the paint nice and hidden - err if that is your kinda thing. I'm not sure how durable that stuff actually is although it has to be thin enough to maneuver in all those crevices and whatnot but if you have an accident you can just buy the part and wrap it instead of repainting.
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| See, even a skanky slut all shined up looks great, and desirable! btw- i dont at all think you're a skank or a slut, i still love you. |
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| How insane does that Skyline look all shiney and whatnot ? After all... isn't it every (car)person's dream to see themself in a certain car? |
If you had the pleasure or luck to visit Las Vegas for SEMA 2010, you would have known why 458 is the lucky number. SEMA for the unknowing is the pinnacle trade event where all things after market for the automotive market is revealed by top manufacturers, tuner and other companies aiming to gain recognition. This is where current trends prove more than just a fad and new trends get an explosive head start. In previous years the Evolution VIII was a big deal, multiple years the Honda Civic Type R made ruckus, and Altezza tail light style made many tuners cringe at its success. This year however, was definitely the year of the Ferrari 458 Italia. There were probably more 458's scattered throughout the show than smoking hot models in skimpy "promotional" uniforms. Okay maybe not... but, they definitely stood out more than the other cars in the show. Other notable car on display and on the other end of the pricing spectrum was Honda's new CRZ (revival of the classic CRX in modern design), got a lot of attention... not a bad looking car!
I should mention there was even one exhaust company that hung a 458 from the ceiling over their booth to show off their exhaust system for the car. As an exhibitor myself, i can tell you, to hang a sign over your booth, like the moniker alone can cost upwards of $5,000.... i can only dream of imagining how much it must've cost them to hang that bad boy, not to mention the liability and the actual value being over1/4 million us dollars! (i think 350k in stock shape due to high demand). Enjoy the photos!
Almost 2 weeks ago.. rearing the end of October the insanity began with preparations of SEMA. Is the catalog printed okay? did they get the product they were supposed to get? have those people been paid? giveaways on point? booth display reach okay? electric ordered? lead retrieval sorted? models booked? flights paid? hotel reservations locked? Somewhere in there a few things will and did get fucked up. No models? Well, this is a first for me not to have a few models to help entice potential customers into the booth and as it turns out, it wasn't so bad without 'em. Well perhaps only because i had a big staff manning such a tiny 10x20 booth there would have almost not been enough space for another person.
So with so much preparation you can just imagine the anxiety level being above normal as is always, nothing goes smoothly, so which shoe will drop first? I would say Murphy from "Murphy's Law" was working
Maybe i am writing this a little too soon since my thoughts are still jumbled and they are coming out as incogitative. Not to mention my body is still clamatizing to the lack of alcohol it has grown accustomed to in the last 10 days or so. On that note... the show was great... lots of interest... the parties i sponsored were ram packed and everything in between was overall a success. In the next few days i'll post more SEMA related things but for now... im out! Good bye Las Vegas, until next year.
Yes, you heard me, Tiger (Woods) is no longer the apex predator of the golf course. His steady mojo (or lack there-of) on the course only confirmed today when Lee Westwood took over top putt spot.
What does, Chris Brown, Michael Phelps, Tiger Woods and Michael Vicks have in common with each other? No this isnt a bar joke although i can definitely suggest a few plots. Besides a humongous net worth and no shortage of attention, they have all made a mistaken or
Whether you play for the NYankees, Miami Heat or sing for Diddy, YOU are still mere moral. I personally don't care if you crashed into a tree or lost your clothes and end up ontop of MGM. Can't you sense the "hater-aide? Well, you're wrong, I care as much as i do about reality shows, and that's why i don't watch them. Really though, who cares? Let them live their lives and get your own. Phelps was just partying and smoke some bud, he is still the most remarkable swimmer in our era. Honestly, political figures on the other hand should be investigated and judged in the public arena. Why? Well, compared to celebrities, i have a funny feeling they do much worse and rarely does it make it public; and these people are policy changers, things actually change by the things they do in a day. And on that topic, imagine what can be manipulated by the under world with just the right sized tidbits.
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| Dude?! Where is my game? |
Moral of my ramblings? What would i love for you to take from this? Keep in mind that this is my opinion and what do i know? lol. Well, treat people the way you'd like be treated. Even though you might be a celebrity or super jock, you are a person like anyone else so dont think you are too special to be busted. Ignore propaganda fed through the hungry public attitude. Tiger, take Charlie Sheen (he's got practice) as your role model, he screws up like every few months but he still gets great film offers and his acting is above par.