This is a Thing - Indomie Burger

I used to be hopeless in the kitchen. Creativity and innovation were words that didn't correlate with the food part of my brain. It's true that I was able to fry an egg by the age of nine, and I was able to boil kettles of water at the earlier age of seven, but that was the extent of my abilities. It was only a matter of time before I arrived at the instant noodle phase. Yes, the phase of life where you discover the wonders of cup noodles and three minute miracles. However, you get sick of instant noodles. 

"Then everything changed when the fire nati- I mean, when I started using the internet..." 

With many years of training, and countless hours of practise and determination, I bring you the secrets to enlightenment. The true path: The Indomie Burger.

A New Season

It is amazing how fast we can change gears and move along into the new year. I mean it wasn't too long since we were busy singing carols and eating lots of ham. The season of christmas ends with christmas day. That has always been a bit of a downer to me. Why stop when the party had just started. I guess all festivities need to end at some point, what with the year ending and all that jazz. 

There are good things that come with endings and conclusions. Can you guess it? It's real cheesy, but with every ending we open doors for new beginnings. Unless you die... You can't really do anything once you're dead. 

"I know it's been a while, and it'll be a long while more..." 

Twisted, Just Twisted - Gone Girl Review

It's been a while since I've been to the movies. Mid-semester break came by and the only thing I actually got to watch was Lucy... Let's not talk about that wreck. The weeks went by and I found myself too busy with university and sports to actually chill out at the theatres. However, I'm happy that my return to the cinemas had me sitting in on this beautiful film by David Fincher. Gone Girl is one of the best movies I've seen in a long while. This is a good film. It's not the fun, popcorn shovelling, night out with the gang sort of good, but more like the theme, mood, character, acting, plot, pacing, directing, academy-award level analysis sort of good. Not only does the story contain many twists and turns that leave you guessing till the end (I'm sorry if you counted that comment as a spoiler), but the twisted nature of the characters and themes will leave you evaluating humanity during the credits. This is my review of Gone Girl. 

"Nick Dunne, you're probably the most hated man in America right now. Did you kill your wife, Nick?" 

I Talked To a Stranger Today

I listen to my parents quite a bit. As much as they will deny it, I always check my actions across their advice in a great sequence of vicarious learning. One thing that we've all heard  our parents tell us is, 

"don't talk to strangers..." 

Well today, or rather a few days ago, I decided to completely ignore that rule. While waiting for my food during my lunch break I had to share a small table with a stranger. He was a young man, well dressed, and seemed a tad timid. Personally, I'm really good at socialising with people in a situation where socialising is the given norm. At parties, uni clubs, and even in lecture halls I find myself comfortable with producing random phrases out of my mouth to initiate and maintain a conversation. However, I am much truer to my introverted and shy demeanour when I am out in public places. As sociable as I am, I am not the type to start up a conversation with a stranger. This was the perfect opportunity to further develop my social skills, and it was quite an experience. 

Space is Cool Again - Guardians of the Galaxy Review

If you haven't seen this film, go watch it now. I should've posted my review ages ago, but due to internet issues I've been put back a week. From advanced screenings in 3D to re-watching it in 2D, I always come back to one conclusion: this movie is awesome. Marvel was taking a risk when they decided to put a talking racoon and a walking tree in a live action movie. Thank goodness the risk taking paid off. Under the helm of director James Gunn, GOTG gives us a quirky, comedic, exciting, and most of all, dramatic movie-going experience. All of you DVD renters and illegal downloaders listen here, "this is one for the big screen. Do not miss out!" 

With that gigantic plug out of the way, it's time to get to the point. In a quick and punchy fashion, here is my review of Guardians of the Galaxy. 

"Citizens of Xandar, behold your guardians of the galaxy! What fruit have they wrought?" 

Impulse Buy? Make a Fish Pie

Let's try something new today. I've been doing a lot of writing recently but very little showing. Today I'm going to take you into the kitchen once again as we explore the wonders of making a fish pie. Let me say this now, 

"make sure you have lots of space to throw pots, plates, and pans around because this one is a messy one." 

You've got a preview of your main components above: Fish seasoned with lemon zest, nutmeg, basil, and salt and pepper; prawns "cured" with lemon and salt; potatoes and carrots; and a simple white sauce too boot. Let's do this! 

I Want to Thank the Me Before Me Now

I have just received my first semester results from university. Even after almost failing my midterms I manage to bounce back and string together straight A minuses. Now I'm here at the end of the mid semester break; I'm ready to start the next semester, but how did I get here? Did I bring myself here? Did the me now, help me get to this point in time. I am certainly not the same person I was a few months ago, and I have to give that guy some credit. In fact, I have to give all the past me's some credit. Are you confused yet? Get ready for some new age gratitude as I reflect on the seeds of the past and bask in the consequences.