Monthly Archives: February 2009

Inside Todd’s Head

Posted on February 22, 2009 by todd

I finally finished uploading my video “Inside Todd’s Head” to YouTube. Here it is in normal (low) quality: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-UZi5LPjIF4 And here is the higher quality (HD) version: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-UZi5LPjIF4&fmt=22 I realize 95% of people are going to watch this video and … Continue reading →

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6 weeks post-op results

Posted on February 19, 2009 by todd

I’m now at Community Coffee in Baton Rouge, having just finished my 6 week post-op follow-up appointment with Dr. Gianoli.  Short summary: he’s given me a clean bill of health and I’m ready to resume normal activities (though he doesn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Ears | 7 Comments

how’s this for dinner?

Posted on February 9, 2009 by todd

Next week, I must return to Baton Rouge for my 6 week follow-up on my ear surgery. If I can work up sufficient appetite I plan to go out that evening to Brunet’s Cajun Restaurant and attempt to tackle…bom bom … Continue reading →

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“The Life Plan” book trailer

Posted on February 8, 2009 by todd

As a very late wedding gift to my friend Sybil Baker, I told her I’d make a book trailer for her upcoming book, called “The Life Plan.”  Actually, when she first started talking to me about a book trailer, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Drivel, Film, Music | 3 Comments

my first iMovie project

Posted on February 6, 2009 by todd

Earlier this week I upgraded my MacBook Pro and my Mac mini (the only two Macs I own anymore) to iLife ’09.  That includes iMovie ’09, which is Apple’s consumer video editing application.  I’ve wanted to try it out for … Continue reading →

Posted in Consumer Experiences, Film | 4 Comments

how much did this thing really cost?

Posted on February 6, 2009 by todd

The bills and insurance statements for my ear/skull/brain surgery are starting to roll in, and one thing’s certain: The amount medical providers charge my insurance company is hugely different than what they charge me. I guess this is part of … Continue reading →

Posted in Consumer Experiences, Ears | 10 Comments

Bagali’s

Posted on February 1, 2009 by todd

The concept of Bagali’s is very enticing to me.  I really, really wanted to like this place.  But after two visits, I just don’t think I’ll go back. First off, Bagali’s is “New Orleans Inspired Italian” which sounds like an … Continue reading →

Posted in American, Pizza, Sandwiches | 7 Comments

New Port (was Heaven Star)

Posted on February 1, 2009 by todd

Note: I wrote the review below on February 1, 2009.  However, when I drove by the restaurant on February 15, 2010, I noticed they had changed their sign.  It is now called “New Port” instead of “Heaven Star.” My wife … Continue reading →

Posted in Asian | 8 Comments