Jeremy! Master of the Universe!

Once again I’m in a situation where I got a kick ass job, and I can’t really blog about it. Back when I use to work for Disney, I found myself having to dance around the best part of my day and it drove me nuts. So what am I doing now? I’m working for this kick ass props and special effects firm. Not a cg factory, but one that does old school, latex monsters and such. The company is called WCT productions. They seem to get some of the biggest feature films and television shows, so they must know what they are doing. I have to assume they are one of the bigger in western Canada. The warehouse is amazing, set up to build anything. It’s too bad I intend on going into animation, because this job could have put me into a very kick ass position. But if things go well, it will give me a stable place to build some roots. And I'm sure ill learn tons.

Gay Pride Parade 2008

Sunday was spent downtown at the gay pride parade with Orwin and Claiton. I have to admit, it has to be the most entertaining parades I have ever seen. It was about 180 to 190 floats; over 2 and half hours. I was even able to spot a few friends in it. And when it was over, you could follow the parade to giant party on the beach with promotional tents everywhere. Thought the highlight of the whole event was watching Love Inc. live on stage. I miss that group. I wish they would put out more work. Anybody looking for pictures of the event, you can find them in my photo section located above this post on jeremymilne.com.

Muppets finally reach the internet.

I guess it was going to happen sooner or later...

Randy Pausch Passes On

I know I already made a post about Randy Pausch, but today he passed on. For those of you who missed his lectures online, I would very much recommend them. This guy never pretended to be a guru or a great philosopher, but somehow he imbued all the natural ability of one. I have included his legendary “Last Lecture” below.

Cows, Rabbits and Bears, OH MY!

Saturday was spent with friends visiting Granville Island. For those of you not from Vancouver, it’s like Connie Island; but instead of a fair, its filled with hippy shops and a little floating marine village. But don’t worry; they’re the trendy city hippies, not smelly country hippies. I could not help but take a liking to those floating homes. Might even consider buying something like that for myself come this fall. One of my friends sensed my neurotic fascination with a stuffed bear I found in a toy store and ended buying him for me. I’ll admit it, I have a small collection of teddy bears, but they are all good quality ones. What can I say, i live alone and don't want a cat. Today was spent at a country fair. A friend, Dan, wanted to see the rabbit show, and I figured it might be cool to see country folk in their natural habitat. It turns out they like 80’s music and livestock, go figure. If I could dress up like a cartoon cow, and get a piano guitar, I could really make a killing. On a final not, I’m finally getting ready to start my web comic. I’ve started sketching a few ideas. Hopefully it will be one more step to becoming a better artist.

Do I have a girly Phone?

Yahhh!! My new phone cover came in!

My friend the flat faced cat.

Have you ever seen those flat faced cats that sometimes need surgery to breathe through their nose? Well it turns out there are humans like that to. Good luck in surgery George. If you turn out looking like Quasimodo when it’s all done, you are welcome to live in my attic and crawl through my ventilations ducts.

Curses You Sag!

I’m trying to not jinx myself, but I need some means of venting. Two weeks ago I interviewed for a position with a considerably large effects, costumes and props studio. The interview went well, and it seemed like a place I would really enjoy working while I move forward with my animation degree, but when it was all over, they told me that they can’t hire me until the screen actors guild has settled on a new contract. This position would mean I could be a very stable position allowing me to finally buy a home. All I can do is wait, and it’s driving me nuts. One another note, last weekend I went to the grouse grind. I have to admit, it was a harder climb than it had been in previous years; I guess I’ve been getting a bit sluggish the last year. With a little help from Dan, hopefully that will change. On a final note, we went to a kick ass props warehouse I had not been to since I left for Disney. Made me wish I had money to throw around, there is some nice stuff that might have looked good in my apartment.

No, I don't hate you...well maybe i do

For those of you trying to contact me, my phone died. I got a new one, but because I’m switching services, it might take a day before it's up again. So if you have me in your contact list, message me, so I have your number again.

2006 White House Correspondence Dinner With Colbert

I know this video was from a while back, but I think its important to keep it circulating. This has got to be one of the most amazing videos on the internet. It shows the great Steve Colbert ripping on the president right to his face. His wit was flawless, his composure rock solid. Mr. Colbert, you have got to be one of the most daring, witting and amazing individuals ever to make it big. Enjoy. Click Here to see the video that only CSPAN had the guts to air.