The Wafel Guys Bring Belgian Flair to Austin Foodie Scene
Often considered the domain of the frozen food section or greasy spoon diners, the waffle is an underappreciated part of breakfast culture. But The Wafel Guys aim to change that by delivering a authentic Belgian take on the traditional waffle. Click the image below for tasty goodness!
Tales of the Forgotten Sequels: Star Trek Nemesis
In honor of this weekend’s release of Star Trek Beyond, I examined this ill-fated attempt to sent the Next Generation crew off to the sunset with a quality film. It was largely panned upon release, but did it deserve its banishment to the bargain bin black hole? Click Tom Hardy’s youthful mug below to find out!
Grupo Fantasma Delivers Latin Flavor to Austin City Limits
Even if you’re not in Austin, give this band a spin on Spotify, and prepare to butt dance in your office chair. Click the pic to read it a bit!
The Townsend Introduces Gourmet Bar Bites to Go With Classic Cocktails
With a one month old demanding attention, I’ve been doing a number of foodies related articles lately. Something about going to restaurant and eating out seems strangely compelling to me these days. The Townsend is a cocktail bar with an old school charm, more than worth checking out when you’re in town. Click the drink to read it!
Retro Thunderdome – Battle of the NES Launch Library – Round 3
Finally! Round 3 of my NES Launch Library is in the books. Find out which games are going to the finals by clicking the exploding NES below!
24 Realizations After 24 Days of Being a Dad
24 days ago, my son was brought into the world and the life I once knew ended. Since then, a new life has emerged. An existence of diapers, 3:00 AM feedings, and unheard of responsibility. It’s been an eye opening few weeks.
In honor of my first Father’s Day, here’s 24 realizations after a mere 24 days of being a daddy.
1. Hospital nurses are God-sends, especially when they whisk your sobbing little one to the nursery so you can get some Z’s.
2. Every pre-baby plan goes out the window the minute he fusses for no reason.
3. I’ve written an album’s worth of late night soothing songs, including such hits as “The Swaddle Waddle”, “Sleepy Time, All the Time”, and “Ooochy Oochy”.
4. Listening to Paul Simon seems to calm him down.
5. Watching highlights from the Stanley Cup Finals doesn’t.
6. There’s no feeling more helpless than watching your wife try to breastfeed at 3:00 AM, knowing full well there’s nothing you can do to help.
7. My relationship with the female nipple has been forever and irrevocably changed.
8. Every baby book condemns the others as instructions from Satan.
9. Regardless of the issue, every baby book says the same thing. “Don’t worry. He’s growing horns? That’s perfectly normal!”
10. Parents turn into European soccer hooligans when defending their parenting strategy.
11. Farts are funny again.
12. Getting your baby to burp feels like winning the Indy 500.
13. Doing “normal” things like going to work while my wife stays home with the baby fills me with immeasurable guilt.
14. Despite being the size of a loaf of Wonder Bread, he has the grip of a professional wrestler.
15. Based on much they eat, a baby’s internal makeup is 87% stomach. #science.
16. Three days in I said, “He just pooped into my hand.” Never thought I’d say that sentence.
17. I’d giggle too if I could freely pee on my parents while being changed.
18. As I’m writing this, my wife brought him in to chew on my nose. Those moments have become the highlight of my day.
19. When he’s crying uncontrollably at 1:00 in the morning, he brings out in the absolute worst in me.
20. When he finally sighs and settles down on my shoulder, he brings out the absolute best in me.
21. I’d jump in front of a train for him.
22. I’d highjack a train for him.
23. I can’t wait to take him on a train and go on amazing adventures.
24. He’s my son and always will be.
Two New Articles!
Whew! With William doing well, and the whole family settling down, it’s time to post a pair of articles I’ve put together for The Austinot. Both foodie, both yummy, both worth checking out!
Basecamp Aims to Elevate Austin Sports Bar Concept
Revival Public House Blends Pub and Southern Comfort Downtown
Austin Beerworks Marks Five Years as Local Go-to Brew, Announces Expansion
The legendary Austin Beerworks is celebrating their 5th anniversary this month and I got to write a story about it! Click the delicious looking pint of beer to get the full skinny!
Top 5 Episodes from Season 11 of Criminal Minds
Remember those Criminal Minds recaps I’d assault your Facebook feed with last year? I’m still doing them! If you want to run through every recap from the season that was, check out my EW Recap page. But if you’re just looking for the cream of the crop, check out my Top 5 episodes list by clicking the pic below!
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