After passing by many Twilight shirts, witnessing obsessions being developed, I predicted one thing: That this movie was most likely no different than a regular teen romance movie. The only difference would be that vampires were involved. Boy, was I right! After weeks and weeks of walking among the land fo Twilight fans, (aka stupid American girls) and having to participate in this conversation over and over again:

Stupid girl: Have you seen Twilight yet?
Me: No.
SG: Well, you need to! It is sooooooo addicting. It's sooooo good. You would like it!
Me: Really, I would like it?
SG: Yes! It's one of my favorite movies! I couldn't put the books down either.

I knew that this film was going to be terrible before even watching it. Why? Observing the fanbase. I can say this with confidence, as not only have I been observing those around me, but also from the perscpective of a video rental store employee. Here's the thing. The Twilight fanbase mostly consists of: Middle-aged women who want to be young-seeming and fit in, preteen girls who live at Hot Topic, and the 18-20 yr old females who like to think they have a dark side but still shop at Abercrombie and carry themselves like braindead whores.

Anyway, one day I decided that too many people were randomly asking me what I thought of Twilight at this video rental store I worked at. I needed to form an opinion of this film, a fair one. This would involve me seeing the movie. It wasn't respectable to be rolling my eyes at these Twilight fans  when I hadn't even seen the movie. Now, I will admit upfront that I did not finish it as it was too excruciatingly terrible. However, I only had about 30 minutes left. These criticisms will not be spoilers to those of you who plan to watch Twilight.

Edward reading everybody but Bella's thoughts - Okay, let's be honest with each other here. This is a very overused theme in vampire books and movies. Vampire boy meets girl. Vampire boy cannot read girl's thoughts. Vampire boy is intrigued and falls in love. I can think of the last book this was stolen from:  'The Southern Vampire Mysteries', aka the series 'True Blood' was based upon. Come on now.
Vampire vegetarians - WTF?
Weak special effects - Vampires in this movie are able to move very quickly, almost as if they are 'flashing' by. This effect is not on cheesy , it is incredibly overused and also in many vampire movies.
Chick flick - I am not fond of chick flicks. This is no different from any other high school romance film. You have the same cliches: Social groups, love story. Love story: Boy meets girl. They fall in love. Oh!, but something goes wrong within their relationship and they spend some time apart, only to find that they cannot live without each other. There is very little room for creativity, and even the addition of vampires don't make 'Twilight' any more bearable.
Sub-par acting - For all the hype this movie has created, the acting is surprisingly unfulfilling. Maybe this is because the dialogue in the screenplay just sucks. They are trying to portray Edward as mysterious, when really he comes off as nothing of the sort. His performance is quite weak. Edward just seems like the type you could easily push over. Bill In the 'True Blood' series does a far better job of coming across as genuinely vampiric and mysterious. Bella, on the other hand, doesn't have lines that are diverse enough to even stand a chance. 

So ladies, please do me a favor and next time you tell somebody that you love Twilight, think about the reasons why you like the film. Think of logical reasons.

And men: Next time you see an attractive female sporting a Twilight shirt, strike up conversation and after a few days of speaking to her, convince the girl that you are, in fact, 137 years old. You will definitely be getting laid.

First, i'd like to say HAPPY 40TH ANNIVERSARY to landing on the moon. After watching many television programs on space and landing on the moon, I have great amounts of respect and admiration for those willing to dedicate and risk their lives exploring space.

'It suddenly struck me that that tiny pea, pretty and blue, was the Earth. I put up my thumb and shut one eye, and my thumb blotted out the planet Earth. I didn't feel like a giant. I felt very, very small.” -Neil Armstrong.

I love this quote, it symbolizes how incredibly insignificant we are as Earthlings. We often are so caught up in our own realities, and don't stop enough to think of existence outside planet Earth.

Something that disgusts me thoroughly? Those who doubt that we landed on the Moon. When watching interviews with astonomers and hearing their stories, how could somebody accuse them of lying? I was so moved simply by watching them reflect back on their adventures. Not to mention that footprints still remain on the Moon, as well as the flag. While I think it is positive to question everything, there are some conspiracy theories that are simply too ridiculous and far-fetched to be considered.

The other day, whilst at work, a fellow and I began talking about vegetarianism. He asked me why I didn't eat animals. "Well, I believe that animals and humans are equal, and I wouldn't eat a human unless they asked." He laughed, then realized I was completely serious. "You wouldn't eat a human because there are some serious diseases you would contract." He said. "It is not any different than eating animal meat. You cook and prepare it the right way, and it is fine to consume."  I replied.

Hindu Aghoras in India eat the flesh of their loved ones after they pass away. Though there are not many that still practice this, it exists. It is a sign of respect.

What says 'I love you' more than "Rest in peace, now you are my feast!"  ?

 Lately it has been difficult for me to ignore humanity's stupidity. Britain told me the other day that he thinks I simply loathe society, not humanity as a whole. "But isn't it our humanely choice to follow certain ways of thinking and trends?" I asked. We both agreed there is much ignorance in America but I am pessimistic that there is any hope for the rest of the world. Bible thumpers, fast food, reality show addicts, and celebrity-obsessed humans are those that make up the American population...those who turn a blind eye to intellect... and that is so depressing. It is has been increasingly difficult to meet people who speak the truth, those who ask questions and are logical. I long to be wrapped in nature's protective arms again, in the forest where I am one with the universe and disconnected from infected humans. 

And now I leave you with a stunning quote...

'Seeking refuge in mother nature, I sought in her arms to escape the attacks of her children. I have become solitary, or, as they say, unsociable and misanthropic, because to me the most desolate solitude seems preferable to the society of wicked men which is nourished only in betrayals and hatred.' -Rousseau