Category: 80s

20 Years Later

On June 18, 1998, I was just another punk kid a year out of high school. I had a really bitchin' Chevrolet Chevette which I aptly named The Silverfish because of its paint job. That day was also the day (or night) of Depeche Mode's infamous Concert For The Masses at the Rose Bowl in … Continue reading 20 Years Later →

They’re Back…But Why?

Look, I've never claimed to be the picture of today's fashion. I just sort of evolve and blend in as I always have and probably will continue to do. But I've noticed recently that there's been an 80s fashion trend with the male Abercombie-and-Fitch-shirt-wearing crowd that is slowly coming back, much like some things that … Continue reading They’re Back…But Why? →

Is XM Rickrolling?

As has been the case since buying my PT Cruiser convertible, I drove home from the train station with the top down. It was a gorgeous day and I was enjoying the 80s tuneage coming from my trusty Pioneer Inno XM receiver. (I do have to admit, however, that driving down the 405 on Friday … Continue reading Is XM Rickrolling? →

There Used to Be a Batting Cage Here…

It looks like another part of my childhood is being ripped away from me. The Carson Batting Cages, a longtime staple within Alpine Village in Torrance, CA, will cease to operate in a matter of days from what I understand. In fact, it could be gone by the time this post goes live. No, they … Continue reading There Used to Be a Batting Cage Here… →

Good and Bad

There's good and bad when it comes to losing weight over an extended period of time. First, the good. You just feel great and can do much more than before. Now here comes the bad. Anybody who is trying to shed some weight obviously wants immediate results and naturally they get frustrated when they don't. … Continue reading Good and Bad →