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The Moving Picture Show

David July — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:14:17 +0000

Three weeks ago, I received an invitation from Edelman public relations to attend the grand opening of the new IMAX-branded digital projection theatre at AMC Tallahassee Mall 20. As I was previously unaware of this joint venture and it sounded interesting, I accepted and was reserved two complimentary seats. In selecting Saturday, 19 [...]

The Barbering Program

David July — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 14:03:38 +0000

My step father's barbering skills have once again received attention by the local press. A recent article in the West Orange Times features Ross Nichelson and the new barbering program he started teaching at Westside Tech. Westside Tech opens barbering program By Edith Mosley Thursday, 28 May 2009 Westside Tech announced it has opened a complete barbering program. [...]

The Perfect Gift

David July — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:24:22 +0000

I wanted to visit with Mom last Saturday to talk about my recent vacation to San Francisco, show her my photographs and most importantly give her a gift I bought. She suggested meeting in Ocala, partly to save each of us some mileage and to give me the opportunity to dine at Ipanema Brazilian [...]

The New Television

David July — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 06:28:11 +0000

Thanks to my friend Keith, I now have a Panasonic TC-28WG25H GAOO Wide DDD 26-inch widescreen CRT television to replace the 19-inch set Chris gave me, which over time developed a green hue, horizontal lines and occasional flickering. Actually Omar's old TV, the Panasonic was made in Osaka, purchased in Pakistan Dubai and later [...]

The Moveable Feasts

David July — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:52:42 +0000

While driving to visit friends last night, I noticed a new restaurant had opened at the recently shuddered Nino's. Carl's On The Parkway at 6497 Apalachee Parkway opened two weeks ago and offers a moderately priced menu of steaks, prime rib, seafood and house specialties. It is no coincidence this eatery started-up at [...]

The Unusual Visitor

David July — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:09:52 +0000

There is an interesting butterfly or moth (I think) on the wall of the stairway to my apartment. I attempted to identify it comparing my pictures to resources online but have not yet found a match. UPDATE: It is a luna moth, Actias luna (Linnaeus, 1758). Original Photo Credit: David July

The Big Bend Photo Trip

David July — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:24:12 +0000

Throughout this article you will find hyperlinks followed by the icon. These links take you directly to a picture from the trip. You can also browse the entire 117-image Big Bend Photo Trip album. The past few weeks in Tallahassee have been absolutely beautiful. As always, spring break means an entire week [...]

The Book Club: Book A

David July — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 15:00:13 +0000

Introduction If asked to identify myself as either a book or movie person, I would have to say movie. This should not imply I do not like reading, I do, but there is something about a well-designed film that captures my attention. Perhaps aiding this is the advantage film has in diverse creative mediums. [...]

The City by the Bay

David July — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:31:21 +0000

Not discounting all the wonderful travels I have experienced over the past several years, I am very excited to be returning to San Francisco just shy of one decade since my last visit in June 1999 shortly after high school graduation. I will be in town staying in the Mission District from Wednesday, 20 [...]

The Eve of Day One

David July — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 09:47:36 +0000

Andy Dufresne taught us the value of hope and that it "is a good thing, maybe the best of things." This concept fit the Barack Obama campaign well, echoed by those who voted for him. When you think about it though, very election is about hope. In casting a vote for a [...]