Fire just West of Pocatello, Idaho

A fire approx. 5 miles west of Pocatello, Idaho started July 23, about 11 PM mountain time.  At 1 AM on the 24th, it seems the fire is approx. 500 acres, and looks to be 10% contained.  There have been evacuations in the area.

This info is based on my observations of the event, and are not official.  Official stats to come at a later time.

Wildfires in the West

The wildfire situation is growing ever more grim.  With 7 new large fires reported Sunday, and dry thuderstorm activity due to increase over Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.  One of the biggest fires is a fire in the Mountain Home, Idaho area.  This fire has burned over 400,000 acres and is only 10% contained.  The BLM is allocating all available resources for this fire, and they currently have 12 hand crews, 4 helicopters, and 28 engines on the scene.

SFI and Veriuni

Need great cleaning, health, or pet products? Even magazines? Or do you simply want to join a company that has over 20 years of experience? SFI is a great opportunity, I have been succesful with them, you can too. All you need is your effort. This opportunity isn't get rich quick, sorry.

The products from Veriuni are great!  You can probably find a magazine you've been looking for as well!

Just go to here and you will find links to either the opportunity, or the great products. 

Dust storms in Phoenix, AZ

Recently, there was a very large dust storm in Phoenix, Arizona.  The type of storm is called a Haboob, which is Arabic for the large storms in the Sahara.  There are many videos of the storm, and they are all amazing.  This storm was caused by a Thunderstorm that created a lot of wind, picking up dust, creating a storm up to 3,000 feet high. 

Ratatouille

This movie is a great movie for the family or anyone else!  It had me cringing in my seat waiting for what next!  If you get the chance to see this movie, you won't regret it.  Many surprises, and the animation was superb.  The humans do look a little cartoonie, but it is a movie targeted at kids.  If you arn't a kid, you will still enjoy this movie.

Great movie for everyone!

Amplitude

Bring back Amplitude!  Amplitude is a game for the ps2 in which you must use the r and l buttons to hit notes and complete tracks!  If you love this game and are ready for a new one, email harmonix at info@harmonixmusic.com. 

The Simpson's Movie

One of the most asked questions I get is, "You think the Simpson's Movie will be as big as Harry Potter, or be a dud?"  The answer is, we can only wait and see.  The Simpson's is the longest running tv show in the U.S., and they are still going.  It is one of the favorite shows, and it will be the first movie.  One thing is for sure, you will see a review of it on this blog for sure!

Banana

I was looking at some flavours of stuff, and I saw the word  Banana and I smilled so big.  The word made me so happy, I have no idea why.  I just had to tell someone, too.

Spielberg Games

Steven Spielberg, a renouned film director, has been working with EA Games to create 3 video games. 

One is code named LMNO and it will be for the Xbox 360 and PS3.  BBC News reported that it is "the player partners with a female character who evolves over time depending on how she interacts with other characters in the game."

The other is code named PQRS, and it will be for the Nintendo Wii.  It is a game that is good for the whole family and it is "a mix of Saturday-morning cartoon and Jenga."

The third game is yet to be announced. 

Source: BBC News 

Bring back the troops

A bill passed recently that stated the majority of U.S. troops in Iraq will be brought back to the U.S. by April of 2008.  Bush says he will veto any such bill, but I have no knowledge as of yet that he has done so.  Bush claims the surge in Iraq is working, but others arn't so convinced.

Opinion:

I personally think it is about time the U.S. brings back the troops!  Bush and his Administration have been saying the surge is working ever since the U.S. went to Iraq.  Where's the progress? Who knows.

Bush says US will finish its job in Iraq

Many Republicans who supported the war in Iraq are now pushing the Bush Adminitration to create a time table to bring back the troops from Iraq. John McCain claims that when he was recently in Iraq, he saw progress with Bush's surge in Iraq. Bush is asking for 2 more months and promising that the surge will be a success.

More than 70% of the US citizens want to get out of Iraq now.  Democrats and many Republicans are now pushing Bush to get out of Iraq by Spring of '08.

Harry Potter: Order of the Phoenix

Review

First off, this movie has a new director, and they are brilliant! Although this movie didn't quite follow the book as well as it could have, it was a brilliant preformance. There were a number of surprises if you havn't read the book, and it had great elements that made this movie one to come back to. When I saw this movie, I was so taken by the sheer thrill of this movie, I just had to see it again!

4 thumbs up! This movie is definitely worth the money.

Apple, Windows, or Linux?

I've had experience with Mac, Windows, and Linux, and they all have their weakpoints and strongpoints. If you are thinking about getting one or the other, then you will like this review!

Mac:

Pros: The mac has a very good OS system. It is all built together so it all works together. It is also very good with media editing, and it comes with great software. It has a large cool factor as well.

Cons: You can only get mac by buying their computer, which may not have what you want on it.

Windows:

Pros: Has a lot of software available. One of the most easiest to learn, and is very popular, so help is easy to find.

Cons: Not much free software, and it is not a very reliable system. You can't change the interface very easily either.

Linux:

Pros: Extreamly reliable server and system. Very fast, and can be used on vitually all systems. 99% of the software is free as well.

Cons: Hard to install programs because of all the dependancies. Hard to learn how to operate to it's full extent.

What would I recommend? None, because it all depends on your needs. If you are going for a simple interface just to read email and write documents, go with Windows. If you need video and picture editing, go with Mac. Need a server? Go with Linux.

PS3

Sony announced that they are going to be lowering the price of the 60 GB model of the PS3 to $499, and they are going to be releasing an 80 GB model for $599 later this year in North America

Transformers

Transformers Review, no spoilers

Well to start out this movie has amazing graphics, and the most amazing thing this movie has to offer is the stunning aray of surprises. This movie is the type of movie that makes you come back and see it over and over.

The bad about this movie...well I can't find anything bad without going into opinions. Feel free to post your comments!

Race to 1,000!

Currently, I have had 9 visitors to my blog in the past month! Let's get it to 1,000 by December! I post according to how many visitors I have, so if I have 1,000 visitors, I have to post 15 times a day! Tell your friends about me, please!

If you have any suggestions email me at: gakio12@gmail.com

heat, Heat, HEAT!

The Western area of the U.S. is in a heat wave! Triple digit temps. going from Yuma, Arizona, all the way up into Montana. 115 F in southern Utah.

When will it end? Well to make things worse, the NOAA says that Idaho and surrounding area will be receiving a deficit of rain this year, and temps are supposed to be above normal all the way into November.

Tips: Keep hydrated! This includes your pets. Hydration is the most important thing for your body. If it gets too hot, and you don't have A/C or fans, go to a public area such as a Library that has A/C. Hang out in there a bit if you have to.

July 4th

Sorry I missed July 4th! There is a new tradition I think is perfect! First an explanation.

There was someone at the firework show I was at that had a green laser pointer. He was pointing the laser pointer at the smoke generated by the fireworks. Everyone saw it!

So if you have any laser pointers, bring them to the fireworks show! If you can see the whole laser beam, thats better! (Local laws apply)

By-the-way, I have some "used" fireworks from the firework show I was at if anyone wants them! 2 bucks!

Idaho New Driver Law

About a week ago, Idaho passed a bill stating that the driving permit period has been increased from 4 months to 6 months.  It also states that new drivers cannot drive with more than one person that is not family for a period of 6 months after receiving their drivers licence.

Idaho passed this law in an attempt to lower the amount of teen accidents in Idaho.

iPhone!

I know you all are very sick of all the iPhone hype, but too bad!

The iPhone, if you don't know, is by Apple.  You can buy 4 GB and 8 GB versions.  The network that has the iPhone is AT&T.  The iPhone has built in WiFi, iPod, and of course, a phone.

AT&T stores around the nation were packed on "iDay".  Other stores such as Verizon Wireless actually said they will be open all day that day!

The iPhone will run you $500 to $600 dollars, and yes, it syncs with iTunes.