MOVIES

"Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones"

As T did, I saw Episode II tonight, well I know that it's not night anymore, I'm pulling an all nighter for the two papers I have to write after the movie. I really enjoyed the movie, but something was lacking. Perhaps it was the unfamiliar theater and unfriendly staff, but I certainly felt detached from the movie. For some reason I could not get "into" it, as I did with Episode I, and more recently, Spider-Man. This condition caused me to feel that the movie was not engrossing enough, but I think that it is not the movie's fault. Perhaps something in my subconsious was getting the better of me. There were of course moments that I was entirelly excited during the film, and for this reason, I know that the movie was not at fault, and that at these moments when I was entirelly captivated by the movie, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience. However I soon reverted back to my detached mode...perhaps it was due to the person's head in front of me blocking part of the screen...oh well. I would like to see this movie again soon, so that I can get a real feel for it.

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HEALTH

"Blood Drive"

Today I gave blood to the Red Cross, which came to my campus. My roommates decided upon donating as well when they learned that there was free food there. My arm hurts now. Normally my veins are quite prominent, but today they were having problems, and the blood even stopped flowing several times. I stuck it out though, and squeezed out the whole pint, to spite the nurse that thought I couldn't.

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MUSIC

"Weezer's 'Maladroit'"

T has already gotten to this subject first, but it is certainly worth mentioning that 'Maladroit' was released today after a long delay. The album is very good, although I do not like it as much as the other Weezer albums, at least at this point. However, the same thing occured with the Green Album, and now I have grown to love that one as well. Also, being an extreme fan of Weezer (they are my favorite band, and the one that got me into music in the first place), I am quite judgemental of the album. The metal influence on the songs is not quite what I expected at first, but it is starting to grow on me. It is still Weezer, and a solid album, with some especially catchy songs. Check it out.

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MOVIES

"Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones"

Just as T is, I am awaiting the release of the new Star Wars movie. However, I have yet to purchase tickets for the midnight showing, and fear that I may be too late. After reading an article that Spider-Man has made over $200 million in its first nine days, I am wondering how well Episode II will do. I guess we'll find out soon enough.

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ATHLETICS

"Track meet at Villanova"

I just came back from another running event, the second in two days. Today I went to Villanova's twilight track meet, and competed in the 1500 meter run. The competition was very intense, and since I am horribly out of shape, I could not measure up to the others, who were hoping to qualify for NCAA championship races. The weather was horrible for the meet, with sporadic showers and lightning at one point. However, I was able to watch some amazing runners; the first place finisher in the 5000 meter run had a 14:42.

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ATHLETICS

"Philadelphia Race for the Cure"

Today I ran in the Philadelphia Race for the Cure, which last year had 36,000 participants and raised $2.4 million for breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment. The numbers for this year aren't up yet, but I assume it will be similar. It was a 5k race, and I thoroughly enjoyed the course, which led us through center city Philly. The free goodies bags were another plus, and also the fact that my University paid my entry fee. Though I had to get up at 7:30am on a weekend, it was quite worth it. Happy Mother's Day.

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INTRODUCTION

Hello, for those who don't recognize my pseudonym, I am Mario. I grew up with T and now go to college in Philly. I'll be posting up on T's weblog, so hopefully the perspective and events of another city will interest some.

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