Brent Thomas's Blog, page 75
April 2, 2016
Shh… He’s Sleeping
Still trying to get a hang on this whole being a father thing. After four days in the mountains, today was a real return to being a dad. Of course the Mrs. most often pulls the weight when it comes to keeping our boy safe, but the are days like today when I do the… More Shh… He’s Sleeping
April 1, 2016
End of the Giveaway and an eGiveaway
The Goodreads Giveaway ended a few hours ago and I have received the names and addresses of the 25 winners. Now all I need to do is print those out, attach them to the prepared envelopes and ship them out. They should be in the mail in the next few days. I would say tomorrow,… More End of the Giveaway and an eGiveaway
March 31, 2016
20 More Hours
I’ve been doing a Goodreads Giveaway and there are 20 hours left. Currently there are over 660 people entered for 25 books. That’s pretty crazy to me. Especially since there have been other instances where I have tried to give away a copy of this book in exchange for reviews and have failed dismally. Of… More 20 More Hours
March 30, 2016
A Mexican, a Canadian and an American walk into a bar…
Living in Japan brings with it an interesting challenge. I am constantly meeting awesome people but unfortunately I am also frequently having to say goodbye to awesome people. One of my solid friends is cashing in his Japan chips and returning to his home country. Honestly, it sounds like this will be a very good… More A Mexican, a Canadian and an American walk into a bar…
March 29, 2016
Deadline post
It is three minutes to midnight. It has been a long day finished off with a slow glass of red wine and conversation of Daredevil and Jessica Jones. Now once again I am listening to Hamilton. Damn, that is art. And tomorrow I get to see my wife and possible hold my son. If he… More Deadline post
March 28, 2016
Folly of Divisiveness
At this point in my life I feel I almost have an equal claim to both the United States and Japan. Okay, not actually equal. But after spending a third of my life in Japan, I have some sort of claim to it. But my point is a similarity between the two. On some level… More Folly of Divisiveness 
March 26, 2016
Grumpy Bird Reviews: Daredevil s02e06: Regrets Only
Way back when there was a comics experiment that smashed up Marvel and DC properties. One of the results was Bruce Wayne: Agent of SHIELD. Somehow that kept running through my head as I watched this episode. Or, actually, it was Matt Murdock Super Spy, but same thing really. Daredevil s02e06: Regrets Only director: And… More Grumpy Bird Reviews: Daredevil s02e06: Regrets Only
Another Shipment
My Goodreads giveaway ends in a few days. So far there are over 400 people who have entered to win one of 25 books. I guess that shows the power of free. I really do hope this results in a few more reviews. Right now that is my main goal for this year. Getting that… More Another Shipment
March 24, 2016
Ukulele Meetup
Taking a little break from my Daredevil reviews. I’m eager to continue with the series, but last night was my first time going to an ukulele get-together. I’ve been trying to get more serious about practicing the ukulele. It is such a fun little instrument and I really do think that just playing around and… More Ukulele Meetup
March 23, 2016
Grumpy Bird Reviews: Daredevil s02e05: Kinbaku
Hmm. Well. After four unstoppable episodes Daredevil introduces a new player into the game. And, well, the most generous thing I can think to say is Frank is a tough act to follow. Daredevil s02e05: Kinbaku Director: Floria Sigismondi writer: Lauren Schmidt Hissrich Netflix Quick Review: The perfect balance this show has presented so far… More Grumpy Bird Reviews: Daredevil s02e05: Kinbaku
