Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween, everyone! As much as I'd love to give you candy for stopping by, I can't due to the limitations of today's technology. However, I do have some Halloween videos to share! Check'em out!

Be sure to check out their channel for more of these!

Love the song, and love this guy for making this!

I nostalgia'd! Did you?

Whoops! How did Smosh get back on here?!

Oh...how I love Christopher Lee's voice...

Well, Halloween does start the Holiday Clusterf*ck, so...

And that's it! Have a happy and safe Halloween, everyone!

And my NEW new Major Is...

First off, I'd like to thank you guys for continuing to read my blog. The fact that you've put up with the random stuff I put up here is heartwarming. Thanks again, guys.

Alright. So consider this post a sequel to this post right here: http://taleoftwocit.blogspot.com/2011/09/road-to-finding-your-major-step-1-talk.html .

I've decided to go into a rather different direction: Mathematics (or Actuarial Science). Since I'm really not diggin' Chemistry, I'd figure I'd switch to something I'm good at.

I had a talk with one of the math advisers earlier today. He was...delightfully awkward, but knew what he was doing. By the end of the meeting, I knew my options and had a schedule for the next semester. I feel a lot better now, let me tell ya!

Remember young'uns, you've got plenty a'time to decide what you want to pursue in college. If you're unsure, don't be afraid to head in undeclared, like I should've done. You won't regret it. Also, advisers are there as a resource you can access whenever you want...as long as you make an appointment first!

In other news, I heard someone was doing this in a few of my college lecture halls. I swear I heard him while I was in one of my classes, but only for a few seconds...

If I don't write again soon, have a happy and safe Halloween guys!

Learn to Internet: Tumblr

Sorry folks. Even I can't solve the mystery of this whole Tumblr thing.

From what I can gather, it's where girls blog and post funny pictures and gifs, but that's about it.

Don't get me wrong: Tumblr's nifty. The previously mentioned pics and gifs are fun, but finding them is a hassle. It's hard to navigate the site and find something you're looking for. You're better off just asking Professor Google!

So what's the point of Tumblr? There isn't one! That's the point!

Do I have a Tumblr? Is the space pope reptilian? http://taleoftwocit.tumblr.com/

Keep in mind I probably won't ever post much, but I'll follow you if you follow me!

As a bonus, have a clip from MLP:FiM.

Y'know! For kids!

Got any tips or want to share your experience regarding Tumblr? Leave a comment down below!

Learn to Internet: The Best Smosh Videos Part 2

Find Part 1 Here: http://taleoftwocit.blogspot.com/2011/10/learn-to-internet-best-smosh-videos.html

...and we're back with even more of my favorite Smosh videos! Let's get right to it!

"You're still going to hell."

Ian's mom is probably one of the best secondary characters in their skits. I love her!

Be sure to check out all of Smosh's food battles! Preferably in order!

"THE CLUE IS A SINGER, AND IT LOOKS LIKE A PIECE OF CRAP!"

"No one likes a dirty rat Bieber."

And now for my top favorites!

I think this one speaks for itself.

"The Sparkle Smack is NOT GLITTER!"

"must...always...play..."

And last, but certainly not least...

I can't tell you why I love this character so much. I just find his antics amusing. Also, he shows up in their later videos, making this one even better.

So there ya go. These were my favorites, but there are seriously around 100 Smosh videos, in addition to their other series I mentioned. Seriously, go check'em all out.

Like what you see? Go:

-Watch more videos and subscribe at http://www.youtube.com/user/smosh

-Visit their site: http://www.smosh.com/

-Like their Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/smosh

-Follow them on the Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/smosh

-Be sure to check out their other series: Ian is Bored (including Mailtime with Smosh), AskCharlie, and Lunchtime with Smosh!

And that's it! See you later readers!

Learn to Internet: The Best Smosh Videos

Well, hello there! Today, we're going to talk about a Youtube channel I discovered recently, Smosh.

What is Smosh? Smosh is a Youtube comedy duo starring Anthony Padilla and Ian Hecox.

One of the coolest aspects of Smosh is their beginnings. Way back in 2005, they released videos of them lip-syncing to various themes, like Mortal Kombat and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. One of these videos, the one of them singing the Pokemon theme song, became much more popular than the others, becoming the most-watched video on Youtube at the time with 25 million views. The success of these videos prompted them to shift towards comedy skits, and here they are, 6 years later, the third most-subscribed on Youtube. Makes you wonder where'd they be if they hadn't posted the videos...

Before I start postin' videos, I'd like to put a little disclaimer. I'm lying in the title; these are my favorite Smosh videos, not necessarily the best. Everyone's welcome to their own opinions. Do you have a favorite, or disagree with one of mine? Leave a comment!

Onto the vids! In no particular order...

Yes, cross-dressing is very normal. VERY NORMAL. Also, we get an appearance of a running gag they have. If you don't know what I'm talking about, let's just say the day the gag goes through, fangirls will squee for months.

AND NOW FOR SOME SUPER-SERIAL RELATIONSHIP ADVICE:

One of their many "if ... was real" videos. These are seriously hilarious. Especially their pokemon ones. Here, I'll give ya one! (I just saw the third one's coming Friday! I can't wait!)

And lastly, one of my real favorites:

If the ending mentions a behind-the-scenes video or something, go check that out, too! They're as good as the video itself!

Like what you see? Go:

-Watch more videos and subscribe at http://www.youtube.com/user/smosh

-Visit their site: http://www.smosh.com/

-Like their Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/smosh

-Follow them on the Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/smosh

-Be sure to check out their other series: Ian is Bored (including Mailtime with Smosh), AskCharlie, and Lunchtime with Smosh!

And that's it! Part 2 can be found here: http://taleoftwocit.blogspot.com/2011/10/learn-to-internet-best-smosh-videos_20.html

Another Update

Sorry, guys. School work has been getting to me, and I haven't had much time to sit down and form coherent thoughts. It's the life of a college student.

So anyway, what's to come? Well, I just got finished watching every Smosh video on Youtube, and compiled a list of my favorites. Keep an eye out for that.

I may also get a little personal and mopey on here, if it doesn't sound too...stupid when I'm done writing it. I really dunno what'll come of that.

So...yeah. It's not much, but now you know what's up!

Oh! One more thing! Another one of my friends started up a blog. He focuses on making cash while one is in college, but the tips there are for anyone, really. Go check it out here: http://collegecashes.blogspot.com/ .

A compilation of Gay-Themed Short Films, in Honor of National Coming Out Day

Hello, there readers! Today is National Coming Out Day, and I figured it would be a good time to share with you something I discovered a few weeks ago...

Homosexuality! In short films! On Youtube! In fabulous 2D!

I stumbled across these after just searcing "short films." It didn't take that much time to find this, well, subgenre of films and get pulled in.

There are many kinds of films, like...

...the stereotypical...

Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JN06r4jmpyI&feature=related
Part 3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fn8RKNr5Cow&feature=related
This one is probably my least favorite, because it's so cliche. One teen has a priest for a father, and one of his friends is gay, causing his father's disapproval of the friendship. The mother's all protective. The teen comes out to his friend. Then their are bullies, and finally, the teen stands up to his dad. It's not the worst film; it's just the most predictable.

...to the suspenseful...

Now this one's a doozy. For an explanation of what this film is going for, check the top comment. I find what  they say true.

...to the heartwarming...

Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fs_KzOnsMzo&feature=related
This film doesn't have to do with homosexuality, but with helping others to help overcome your own fears. The story here is touching.

...to the nurturing...[PG-13]

Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6AMvl5FNyc&feature=related
Another heartwarming one. It's the story of a boy who lost his parents, and the cousin who raises him. I'll leave it to you to find out how homosexuality relates to all this, but watch out for the ending. You'll be confused or angry, just like I was.

...to the stupidly hilarious...

Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOez9YDEbl8
Oh...my...god...this movie. Tina is one of the BEST characters I've ever seen in the film. I love everything she says and does. Overall, the dialogue of the film is kinda bad, but you'll be smiling by the end. Definitely one of my favorites.

...to the sexually intense...[PG-13]

First, I do apologize for the subtitles, but this is one of the few complete versions of the films on Youtube. Second...well, you'd better just watch this one for yourself. It's a good'un.

And that's it! Have a nice day!

A Quick Shout-Out

"What kind of f*cked up sh*t do I have to do to get on your blog?" -Arjun

Your wish is granted. For those of you looking for opinions of science, technology, and other stuff, check out the Arjun's Opinions blog. It should be on the right of this page...

Wha'cha doin' in choir now, Alex?

Once again, I'm glad you asked. The songs we're performing are:

-Haydn's "The Creation"-This will have its own concert.

For the Carol Concert, we'll be performing:
-Frank Martin's "Messe"
-Michael Praetorius C's "In dulci jubilo"

In addition, we'll be rehearsing a student-written work, "Sarah Brown," by Benjamin Montalbano.

And that's it!

Tomorrow, or later tonight, I'll be updating the blog in commemoration of a certain...day. Stay tuned!

A Quick Update on Things

Well hey dere! I just figured I'd let ya guys know what's going on in mah life right now!

Wha'cha doin' in choir, Alex?

Right now, we've started working on The Creation by Joseph Haydn. We're working with the orchestra again, in addition to the Oratorio Society, and I think some other groups...

The day after that concert in December is the Carol Concert. I haven't gotten any music, so I don't know what we'll be singing, but I'll be sure to let you guys know when I do.

What's goin' on this week?

Oh, just the average stuff...except a Chemistry midterm that's going to kick my ass butt without mercy.

Oh, and I'm seeing Lewis Black on Friday! It's gon' be so coo' yo!

How's that whole "Psychology Major" thing going?

Well...it's not. I've thought it over, and I figured it's not the best idea, for factors I don't feel like discussing right now...

So I'm kinda lost. I'll be travelling to the career center and to the undeclared college advising office soon. Until then, I really've got no clue what my future holds. I mean, I want to stick with science, but...I really don't know. #Thelifeofalostcollegefreshman

Hmph...well I guess that's it. Until next time...

Oh! One more thing! I want to use twitter and tumblr, and I'm looking for friends to follow me!

http://twitter.com/taletwocit
http://taleoftwocit.tumblr.com
Keep in mind I won't be using Tumblr for blogging...mostly following what you guys post!

And if you ever want to ask me a question: http://formspring.me/taletwocit

Be a Man!

So the other day, my sociology class was asked to brainstorm ideas to the following questions regarding gender. These were the responses we came up with.

[Please note: These are based on notes I quickly jotted, so they may not flow very well.]

What is gender?
-Gender is based on society and socially constructed identity. This includes stereotypes, generalizations, roles, ideals, and symbols.

What's good about your gender?
-Farting
-Deplorable social behavior (burping, rowdiness, etc.)
-Peeing standing up
-Getting our way
-The investment in pregnancies isn't physical

What's bad about your gender?
-Judged if you share your emotions
-The stereotypes of masculinity
-Competitive amongst others
-Expectations-"Bringing home the bacon"

Why would you want to be the other gender?
-Girls control the sex in a relationship
-Girls can have a deep connection with a child. For men, it's regarded as "creepy."
-Career options: Golddigger, Homemaker
-Getting into parties: no cover, free drinks, etc.

Why wouldn't you want to be the other gender?
-That time of the month
-Less money earned (Gender wage gap)
-Pregnancy lasts nine months

I hope you learned about the male gender today. I sure did.