Dome Pondering

Mic check. One, two, three. Mic check. Okay, so we're on, and hey, we're still alive! Stupid Mayans. Welcome to the DP's signature post of the year, the Year in Review. Each year, as we did last ( Dome Pondering Year in Review - 2011 ), we take a look back at the calendar year and prepare for the next one ahead. With a packed and eventful 2012, there is much to delve into and plenty to prepare for in 2013. Before we do, I'd like to simply thank all of the DP devotees out there for your continued support and interest in this little blog called Dome Pondering. While it seems I've come to say the same thing every time at this part of the year, it bears repeating that this site full of my thoughts and words has grown tremendously over the last three years because of you. It seems the older I become and the less time I have, the more I am able to punch the keys. I don't get it either, and I'm not even going to try to figure it out. Nonetheless, thank you onc...

What is it about? With an asteroid set to hit earth resulting in the world's demise, the sudden departure of his wife causes him to seek out his high school sweetheart on a road trip with his neighbor, who is also looking for her family. The trip leads to an unexpected find. Who is in it?  Steve Carrell - Dodge Keira Knightley - Penny

Apparently the perception of Dome Pondering and myself is that we do not like College Basketball. And I can see why this has been perceived especially after a recent Pondering 10 post ( Pondering 10 - Issues/Annoyances With College Basketball Product ). Well, let's set the record straight - that couldn't be furthest from the truth. I enjoy college basketball a whole lot.In fact, I work in college athletics! Yes, I prefer the NBA game, but that's probably because I have a love of the New York Knicks that does not parallel for me in College Basketball. St. Johns, maybe? Anyhow, let's call it truce with College B-Ball enthusiasts who I've gotten feedback from regarding the precious Pondering 10 list, especially, as we near the beginning of conference play. The following Pondering 10 list is why I enjoy college basketball.

101. If you were to prescribe a cure for grief, what would it entail? The cure would be music, dancing, and the clinching ingredient of the cure, a smile.  102. If someone were trying to woo your lover away from you, what methods would bring them the most success? Haha, this one is going to get me in trouble. But here goes... They'd have to be funny, a little bit crazy, and be pretty good at making meatballs and pancakes for starters.  After that, I would say being a good listener and being very patient will help too.  With that said...I love you, babe!

What is it about?  A princess defies a normal custom and brings chaos to her Kingdom. After a wish gone wrong, she must now rely on her bravery and her archery skills to reverse the curse before it becomes permanent at sunrise.  Who is in it?  Kelly McDonald - Merida Billy Connolly - Fergus Emma Thompson - Elinor

Note: I used to work for a park slowly in continued development in Manhattan that is five miles along the waterfront of the Hudson River. As a Public Programs Coordinator, yours truly handled anything public related in regards to permitting (athletic facilities, film shoots, photo shoots, weddings, and other small gatherings), and of course, dealing with any questions or inquiries from the public. The following series will present stories, e-mails, phone calls, conversations, interactions, and sights I've seen from the people of New York City in regards to a public park. And yes, these are all real! And are all true! Welcome to another little snippet of Parks and Recreation.

"What I do know, is that over the last twenty years... Columbine showed us that we are not safe at High Schools. Virginia Tech showed us that we are not safe on College Campuses. Fort Hood showed us that we are not safe at Army bases. Binghamton, NY showed us that we are not safe at community centers. And now, Aurora, Colorado showed us that we are not safe at the movie theaters. Where are we safe?!" Those were the words I wrote following the tragedy that was the Aurora, Colorado theater shooting ( Horror in Aurora: Where Are We Safe? ). Sadly, we now can add an elementary school to the growing list of places we are no longer safe in.

What is it about?  After eight years, Gotham is once again terrorized by a new villain, Bane, and the Dark Knight must comeback one more time to save the city that has now branded him as an enemy. Who is in it?  Christian Bale - Bruce Wayne Tom Hardy - Bane Anne Hathaway - Selina/Catwoman

What is it about?  Based on the book written by former Marine, Anthony Swofford, which recounts his military experience in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.  Who is in it? Jake Gyllenhall - Anthony Swofford Jamie Foxx - Staff Seargent Sykes

Fans are what drives the entire billion dollar industry that is sports. However, as we all know, there are certain fans that annoy you and really get under your skin. These fans don't necessarily have to be opposing fans of your team's rival, but simply sports fans in general. These people are the fans that really annoy you. Some of us at one time have been guilty of becoming one of the types of these fans, but there are fans that take on these roles full-time, and a few who are simply just born that way. Regardless, they are highly annoying to talk to. The following Pondering 10 list takes a look at the top offenders.