#Triumph Dallas

[spookywonderlandblizzard]

Triumph Tiger Sport 660 Graphite / Sapphire Black | Triumph Dallas | Irving, TX

Triumph Motorcycles of North Dallas

- TRIUMPH DALLAS 

At Triumph Dallas we're motorcycle enthusiasts, and we're excited to help you experience the fun and adventure that a quality Triumph motorcycle can bring into your life! We proudly serve the Irving area, offering the best in new and pre-owned motorcycles. Our friendly and knowledgeable sales, financing, service, and parts departments are ready to offer outstanding service at every point, from aiding you while making your choice to ongoing maintenance and customization. At Triumph Dallas, we value the opportunity to create a long-term relationship with our customers, and we do that by making sure to exceed your expectations.

2023 Triumph Tiger Sport 660 Graphite / Sapphire Black

Features may include:

CLASS-LEADING PEAK POWER

Thrilling usable performance from the most powerful bike in its class – 79 HP peak power and 47 LB-FT peak torque, with all of the triple’s signature smooth, responsive and linear delivery.

AGILE, DYNAMIC AND COMFORTABLE

Narrow standover width, low 32.8in seat height, comfortable ergonomics and a light steering weight make every ride a joy.

RIDER-FOCUSED TECHNOLOGY

For advanced safety and control, the Tiger Sport 660’s state-of-the-art technology includes the latest generation ABS and switchable traction control. A capable yet unintimidating bike for road adventures.

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL INSTRUMENTS

The class-leading color TFT display provides the information you need at a glance, and is ready for the accessory-fit My Triumph Connectivity system, enabling navigation, phone and GoPro control.

TWO RIDING MODES

Switch between Road and Rain for enhanced rider control by altering throttle response and traction control to better suit riding conditions.

MAXIMUM SAFETY WITH LED LIGHTING

Distinctive LED headlight with feature position light and integrated LED rear light deliver enhanced visibility and maintenance-free peace of mind.

RIDE-ENHANCING FEATURES

Slip-and-assist clutch combined with a span-optimized lever provides a light action clutch, reducing rider fatigue. Ride-by-wire throttle and immobilizer complete the specification.

READY TO MAKE IT YOURS

From color-coded touring luggage, to additional protection, capability, style and security, all genuine accessories are designed hand-in-hand with the bike and come with a 2-year unlimited mileage warranty.

INCREDIBLE STOPPING POWER

2-piston branded Nissin sliding front calipers with lightweight discs, and single-piston Nissin rear brake give you the confidence of exceptional stopping power for maximum riding safety.

ADVENTURE STYLING FOR EVERY DAY

Striking adventure sport stance and dynamic poise with clean-line bodywork, uncluttered cockpit and sculpted screen. Sporty and refined yet robust and versatile, ready for every road adventure.

Advertised pricing excludes applicable taxes title and licensing and are subject to change without notice. Pricing may exclude any added parts, accessories, or installation unless otherwise noted. Sale prices include all applicable offers. Not all options are listed as available on pre-owned models. Contact the dealer for details.

[transform4u]

Transform me from a Southeast Asian Urban Design student/nerd into a typical Dutch Jock. Tired of caring about those folks, might as well join their ranks

You know, manners are everything. This reads less like an ask, and more like a demand. Can't say the powers will take too kindly to that.

You’re hit with a visceral shockwave, a loud snaaaaaapppp that reverberates through your brain like a thunderclap. In the echoing corridors of your mind, memories cascade with a feverish intensity—football games where you were the star, grueling training sessions where you pushed yourself to the limit, and the electrifying thrill of flirting with girls. Each recollection fuels a transformation, muscles bulging and hardening with every echo of a cheering crowd and the thrill of victory.

But amidst the roaring triumph, a sharp, jarring craaaaaaacccck cuts through, like the splintering of a fragile shell. This new sound ushers in a wave of memories that hit harder and heavier. You're suddenly transported back to that fateful game during your sophomore year of college, the sharp pain of your knee snapping, the sensation of your future slipping away. The memory is vivid, almost visceral—the fracture, the tumble into uncertainty. It’s intertwined with another crushing realization: flunking out of college, feeling like you could never quite put two and two together, stumbling through academic challenges that seemed insurmountable.

As the past plays out in your mind, there’s an unsettling slow-motion effect. Your brain feels as though it's dragging through thick fog. Thoughts become clunky and fragmented, with memories replaying the most trivial and embarrassing jokes, their humor flat and forced. You find yourself living in a cramped, crowded apartment in Dallas, Texas—a far cry from the potential you once had.

There’s a growing bitterness in your thoughts, an anger directed at those who seem different or who espouse values that clash with your own. This simmering resentment becomes a part of your identity, mingling with the changes that are happening to your body. The muscles you once proudly built up start to soften and expand, slowly transforming into layers of fat. Your physique, once a symbol of strength, now feels like a burden, a constant reminder of lost opportunities.

Your once-defined arms, capable of throwing a perfect spiral or lifting heavy weights, lose their firmness. They grow flabby and cumbersome, the skin sagging where taut muscle used to be. The biceps that were once admired now bulge inelegantly, their shape obscured by a growing layer of fat. Your chest, once proud and sculpted, expands into a thick, sagging mass that hangs heavily, each breath feeling labored under its weight.

Your waistline follows suit, widening noticeably. Where there were once ridges of abdominal muscles, a soft, unyielding bulge now protrudes, pressing uncomfortably against your waistband. The once-flat stomach now forms a pronounced roll, spilling over your belt and leaving you perpetually uncomfortable in your own clothes.

Now, you see a person whose body is a constant reminder of missed opportunities and a life marred by regret. The formerly muscular physique has become a burden, a physical manifestation of your inner turmoil and bitterness. The muscles that were once your pride are now hidden beneath layers of flesh, a visible sign of how far you’ve fallen from the person you once aspired to be.

You slouch into your routine, drinking cheap beer, scarfing down greasy junk food, and reminiscing about the so-called glory days that seem more distant and unattainable with each passing moment. The weight of your body feels oppressive as you struggle to turn on the TV. The glow of the screen is filled with reruns of shows like Family Guy, their humor dull and repetitive.

A pervasive odor lingers around you, a mix of sweat and neglect, as if you haven’t showered in days. It’s a reminder of how far you’ve fallen from the person you once hoped to be, a stark contrast to the vibrant, ambitious individual you used to be.

"Unf fuckkk…" You let out a groan as you feel your cock stirring beneath the couch cushion, desperately hoping to sink back into some tight young cunt from your glory days. Memories flash through your increasingly mushy brain - lashing a sloppy make-out session in the school hall closet with a bubbly senior named Tiffany. Unbuttoning her skirt with a lustful grin and slipping a hand up to feel those smooth virgin panties.

Suddenly, your newfound self-hatred smashes down like a jackhammer blow. What an idiot you were! Laying claim to her back then and blowing her, sure. But you'll need a lot more than one lame piece of tail. Your fingers reach out of instinct and open the lid of your phone from where it lies scattered around on the coffee table, illuminating a stack of gaudy advertisements - "Get hard! Find hookups near you!", "Gay and In Bisexual Men: Download Now Free!" Shaking your head, you fire up Tinder and begin scrolling with uncharacteristic discretion… Swipe, swipe. Right, right. But no one was going to match with a fat slob like you.

[txttletale]

Thoughts on the new mountain goats album?

i really like it. i think it's some of jd's best songwriting in a while and the instrumentation is really good, lending the whole album this sense of warmth and mournful triumph. a lot of songs on it are very powerful and connected to me strongly -- 'fresh tattoo' convinced me to get a new tattoo lmao. the only thing that i think lets it down is john darnielle's vocal performance. e.g. i think that 'murder at the 18th street garage' will be a killer live song but the studio version just doesn't have enough energy or bite to it. overall it reminds me a lot of goths, in a good way. 'ground level', 'fresh tattoo', 'jenny iii' and 'going to dallas' are instant classics for me

[radiofreederry]

#cityrumble Round Two: San Francisco v Austin

After defeating its longtime rival Dallas in round one, Austin is up against one of the tournament favorites, California's Golden City! Will the live music capital of the world be able to emerge victorious, or will San Francisco triumph?

[rhapsodynew]

Hybrid Theory!

When we finished working on Hybrid Theory, we loaded the SUV (and then unloaded it because our gear didn't fit in it) and eventually headed east on Highway 10. Due to the confusion with the trailer, we had about 37 hours to get to St. Petersburg, Florida, and therefore did not have time to stop.

The following year, we moved from playing in small clubs to headlining. At one of the concerts, Bob Dallas of the four of us came backstage and said that the promoter insisted that we play for 90 minutes. Our only album lasted 37 minutes. "We'll play it twice," we said.

Every time we finished working on an album, we collected more and more gear, more and more travel bags and, fortunately, more and more songs. Including our favorite new material in the setlist was a privilege and a relief: it was a way to share the most vivid impressions of a series of creative adventures that spontaneously intertwined into a multifaceted whole.

Looking back at the work done, you can take a fresh look at it. There is a through line here. Departure there. A little friendly fire combined with the need to express a familiar truth. Alternating one significant moment with another, I want to celebrate it withyou.

What has already been done and what remains to be discovered is great. Something that has never been lost and that has always been here. Aspiration and triumph are like twenty tiny paper clippings....

Papercuts...

[what-yadoking-likes]

Random MasterGuide AU, Part 6

[Link to Part 5 Here]

"Sir!" Kento acknowledged his superior with brisk efficiency.

Dallas wasn't heeding The Dentist's obvious triumph, and the hopelessness of the situation. As much as Bain silently willed the man to keep his goddamn mouth shut, the mastermind refused to do so.

"Jiro's been looking for you-"

"Bain and the Payday gang leader known as Dallas will be released shortly. You will be escorted onto a plane-"

"Your Dad Jiro, you know?"

Kento continued as there were no interruption at all, speaking clearly and unhurriedly.

"-where you will both be flown to your desired locations-"

"Dallas-" Bain hissed.

"-once we have secured the leverage we require." Kento's face remained perfectly stoic as he spoke, totally unaffected by Dallas' interjections and attempts to - what, exactly? Annoy Kento into beating them? Bain knew better than most not to piss off Kento, knew what lay behind that neutral visage. Kento was cruel in his precision, executing orders to hurt and maim without a moment's hesitation.

"As we know your secrets, so too have you learned some of ours." Dallas glanced at Bain.

"If you keep our secrets, we will keep yours." Kento raised a hand, placing it atop the camera.

"We will provide face coverings for Bain. Dallas shows his face. His body, too."

Bain blanched. He physically recoiled. He thought he heard a sharp intake of breath - and fought not to watch how The Dentist's grin grew bigger as Kento's words sunk in.

"What's wrong, Mr Steele?" The Dentist crowed, taking a step closer to the mastermind - Dallas immediately stepped away from him, finally level with Bain's side.

Kento continued. "We record Dallas cumming. The method doesn't matter - but his face remains visible at all times. This ensures your cooperation in keeping our secrets, and in turn we shall keep yours." His features sharpened, like a hawk spying its prey. "Failure to keep our secrets results in the footage being leaked, along with your name and last known location... Nathan."

Bain's eye shot to Dallas's face. Gone was the arrogant blustering of before, his talking back. Behind the bruising and blood the man had paled. All the insults he'd wanted to hurl at them had died - his stunned lips had flown wide apart.

"You're sick," he whispered. "You're a sick fucking bastard."

[outsider06]

favourite outsider character GO!

Dallas Mother-Fucking Tucker Winston and no one can tell, convince, or compel me otherwise I love him, I love his character, I love the way he was in the book, I love his actor in the movie, I love his hair, I love his face, even though to others he looks like- and has the temperament of- an albino sewer rat i love him, I love how he asked if pony was ok after he got jumped, I love the fact that cherry stood her ground against him at the drive in and he stormed off instead of making a scene, I love the way he treated Johnny and how he cared so much about Johnny and looked out for him and pony when they killed Bob, I love how he was shirtless when pony and Johnny found him at bucks, I love when he gave them the money and the gun and the jacket and the church to stay at, I love how he went to go get them after a week and how he had colorless stubble on his face when he got them and called ponyboy sleeping beauty when he woke him up and I love when he saved Johnny from the burning church and burnt his arm the fuck up in the process to save pony and Johnny I love how he threatened to kill pony when he was in the hospital if he ever pulled a stunt like that again and I love how he asked for two-bit’s switchblade and used it to get out of the hospital to fight in the rumble because a rumble wasn’t a rumble without him and how he flipped the soc in the movie and dragged pony into the car to go see Johnny for the last time even though he didn’t want it to be and I love how he said “dammit Johnny…oh dammit Johnny don’t die, please don’t die” and ran out of the room and robbed the gas station and got shot by the cops and how he had a look of grim triumph on his face and how he was dead before he hit the ground so he didn’t have to be in any more pain than he had to be and that he got to be with Johnny in the end and that they were able to watch over ponyboy and the rest of the gang from beyond and I just love Dallas Mother-Fucking Tucker Winston.

ᵈᵒⁿᵗ ᵃˢᵏ ᵐᵉ ʰᵒʷ ⁱ ʷᵃˢ ᵃᵇˡᵉ ᵗᵒ ᵖᵘˡˡ ᵗʰᵃᵗ ᵒᵘᵗ ᵒᶠ ᵐʸ ᵇʳᵃⁱⁿ ⁱ ᵖʳᵒᵇᵃᵇˡʸ ʰᵃᵛᵉ ᵃᵘᵗˢⁱᵐ ᵇᵘᵗ ⁱ ᵈᵒⁿᵗ ⁿⁿᵒʷ ʸᵉʸ ᵇᵉᶜᵃᵘˢᵉ ᵐʸⁿᵖᵃʳᵉⁿᵗ ʳᵉᶠᵘˢᵉ ᵗᵒ ᵍᵉᵗ ᵐᵉ ˢᶜʳᵉᵉⁿᵉᵈ ᵃⁿᵈ ⁱ ʳᵉᵃˡˡʸ ⁿᵉᵉᵈ ᵗᵏ ᵇᵉᶜᵃᵘˢᵉ ᵗʰᵉʳᵉˢ ⁿᵒ ʷᵃʸ ᵃ ⁿᵉᵘʳᵒᵗʸᵖⁱᶜᵃˡ ᵖᵉʳᵒˢⁿ ʷᵒᵘˡˢ ʳᵉᵐᵉᵐᵇᵉʳ ᵃˡˡ ᵒᶠ ᵗʰᵃᵗ…

anyways…

[footyworkfusion]

Footyworkfusion is finally here!

Unlocking Your Soccer Potential: A Holistic Approach by Samuel Maraver

“Dallas Cup Final in Dallas, Texas”

A passion for soccer

Soccer is more than a sport; it is a part of who I am in this world. I started my journey in the beautiful streets of Caracas, Venezuela when I was only three years old. Since then, I've navigated through diverse tiers of competition, from grassroots club skirmishes to prestigious international tournaments in Spain. Today, I stand poised to unravel the intricacies of success in the captivating world of soccer.

Emboldened by my own odyssey, I am fervently convinced that soccer transcends mere athletic pursuit—it serves as a conduit for personal and professional growth. The program that I offer covers all the possible areas that a real athlete needs to fulfill to become a true professional. Join me and together we will embrace this beautiful hardworking journey that will make your dreams a reality in a matter of time.

Cultivating Excellence from passion

Coming from Venezuela, a country in which we share an unconditional passion and joy for soccer. I had the privilege to form part of this beautiful sport at a very young age. Every water bottle, aluminum paper and wooden sticks represented an opportunity to turn it into a soccer ball with a goal. I was born with that passion for the game and a few years later at the age of eleven I moved with my family to the United States which allowed me to flourish my passion along with great opportunities playing at different levels along the soccer pyramid. I was able to master my left foot abilities along with my versatility playing as a left back on the field.

My journey has shaped my passion and allowed me to share that passion through this program. My program is a living representation of my experiences, tricks, and small details that differentiate amateur players from high quality professional footballers. This will not only form players in the field but also well-rounded individuals outside of the field.

“U-19 Category Division de Honor Tarragona, Spain”

Beyond the Field, Towards Life’s Triumphs

Beyond my record of wins and defeats, this sport brough me so many life lessons that have stuck with me forever. From helping teammates in need with equipment, to being the bigger person and helping the captain from my rival team with a cramp. These experiences that come from being part of this sport have shaped my character and my unique way of navigating through life like no other.

In my program, players will not only become better at different aspects of the game, but they will have an immense growth with cultural values and virtues that will help them in their daily lives.

Greatness in the making

My program offers players the ability to detect problems and ways to overcome them with a professional attitude. There are numerous factors that contribute to the overall making of a professional and mentality plays the most important part in it all. I emphasize a lot in this sector because if you have talent and discipline, but your mentality is in the wrong place you can be affected and fall short. Reaching the professional world of soccer takes a lot of risk and uncertainty but with my program you will have my guidance which will give you a significant advantage from average players that do not have a high-quality mentor.

The importance of unbreakable discipline

The greatest footballers in the world have one thing in common and that is that on their minds they are the best even when they really were not the best. Our daily lives have different challenges and difficulties that we must go through in order to be successful but when you are talking about the beautiful game you get mentally challenged every second of the match. Maintaining a positive, cold and clear mind will help you evolve in the game in a short amount of time.

Discipline is not just a good quality in a player, it is the pilar of success in this sport. My program emphasizes every single area that targets the fortification of the mind. This goes from overcoming a set back to being the main character and stepping up in a hard game.

A lot of people believe that soccer is a lot about who is the biggest and most physical player on the pitch, but they are wrong. This sport requires a mental aspect that a lot of people underestimate. Lionel Messi is the best example since he is the best player in the world not because he is big and strong but because he is quick, smart and he can make something from nothing.

My program meticulously addresses every facet aimed at fortifying the mind, from resilience in the face of setbacks to assuming leadership roles in challenging situations. Dispelling the notion that physical prowess reigns supreme on the soccer pitch, my program accentuates the significance of mental acuity.

Drawing inspiration from luminaries like Lionel Messi, it underscores the transformative power of mental agility in shaping one's soccer journey. Central to my program is the innovative practice of visualization, proven to enhance confidence and performance by envisioning success before it unfolds.

Building your path

If your inspiration is to become a professional footballer then you need to have a plan, a goal and a vision. These three components are key when working towards a big goal in your life. When you have your mind, body and soul compromised towards a goal you just focus on the steps necessary that will take you there while putting the distractions aside.  

“MLS Next All-Star game Indio, California”

Mastering the Art of Soccer

Becoming the best version of yourself as a footballer includes having an exquisite technical aspect to the ball. Being able to read the game and adapt to it no matter what the field, the crowd and the weather is telling you. The more technical you are the less time you will spend on the ball, meaning that you will never be physically affected when the rivals come get the ball away from you. My program reflects and projects the most intricate technical drills that will help you play at the next level.

Our Vision and ultimate goal with the amazing program that we offer is for our clients to reach their full potential on and off the field. We want them all to reach their aspirations in the world of soccer along with making everyone the best versions of themselves along with a professional aspect to it.

My experiences along the way have taught me a lot about this beautiful sport, and it took me from the streets of Caracas to the international ground to learn all the information and material that I am sharing with you. The most personal tips along with world class drills that took me from a normal level all the way to the top. My mission is to take you to places above your imagination and my program is the right place to make it happen.

I want to talk about what my program means to me as we come to an end. It seems like a portion of my heart is being put into the game I love; it's not just a series of workouts or drills. My way of sharing what I've learned—sweat, tears, and moments of unadulterated joy—on the field is through this program. It's about character development, lifelong friendships, and creating memories—it's about more than just playing soccer. I want to be more than simply a coach via this program; I want to be a friend, a mentor, and someone who will always believe in you, even if you don't believe in yourself. So, let's put on our boots and take the world by storm, one kick at a time.

[christiansanford]

Christian Sanford: A Visionary Leader at the Intersection of Business and Athletics

Meet Christian Sanford, a remarkable individual whose life is a testament to the harmonious integration of business acumen and athletic prowess. As the Founder and CEO of SMBee, a dynamic enterprise based in the vibrant city of Dallas, Texas, Christian has emerged as a visionary leader, leaving an indelible mark on both the corporate and athletic landscapes.

SMBee, under Christian's guidance, has become a beacon of innovation and success in the business world. Christian Sanford's strategic vision and dedication to excellence have propelled the company to new heights, making it a prominent player in its industry. His commitment to fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration has not only defined the ethos of SMBee but has also positioned the company as a trailblazer in its field.

Beyond the boardroom, Christian Sanford is a force to be reckoned with in the realm of athletics. His passion for sports and commitment to a healthy lifestyle shine through in every aspect of his life. Whether he's participating in competitive sports or engaging in fitness activities, Christian embodies the principles of discipline and determination.

Christian Sanford's journey is a story of balance and synergy. He seamlessly blends the worlds of business and athletics, recognizing the symbiotic relationship between a strong mind and a healthy body. This holistic approach to life is reflected in his leadership style, where he encourages his team at SMBee to embrace a well-rounded lifestyle that fosters personal and professional growth.

Christian's success is not just measured by financial achievements but also by the positive impact he has on the lives of those around him. He serves as an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs and athletes alike, proving that with dedication, resilience, and a passion for what you do, you can excel in multiple domains.

In the bustling metropolis of Dallas, Texas, Christian Sanford stands out as a dynamic and multifaceted individual who has successfully navigated the intricate intersection of business and athletics. His story is one of triumph over challenges, a testament to the power of perseverance, and a source of inspiration for those who aim to make their mark in diverse fields. Christian Sanford is not just a CEO; he's a symbol of achievement, resilience, and the endless possibilities that come with embracing a life of passion and purpose.

[nicohischier]

lets talk about tyler seguin brainrot because like he had triumph and tragedy very early on and then he was the party boy who everybody wagged their finger at and then once he finally decide to settle down and take everything seriously the guy hes soulbound himself to in the early days went the opposite of growth and turned into a asshole werido so now HE's suppose to be the adult who drags them to success

man are you the same person who asked me about the nolpat brain rot and the mtkachuk brain rot or are there just multiple people on this website that like seeing me spiral via essay? but yeah okay i can do segs brain rot. and i won't even write an essay this time. mostly. i lied.

but yeah okay. tyler drafted 2nd overall in 2010 to the bruins, a team that only had that pick because they got it from toronto. in reality, the bruins never should have picked that high because they had just come off a season where they made it to the second round of playoffs. of the top 15 picks in that draft, he had the best chance of winning a cup soon. and he did. 74 games in the season, 13 games in playoffs, a seven game finals series, and a stanley cup ring. then two more seasons under his belt, and he even made it back to the finals in 2013, but they lost six to chicago. and then things started to fall apart. boston trades him to dallas and the rumours and speculations follow him, saying he would rather party than practice and doubting his dedication to his team and it's just a really bad look when a team dumps a SOA after only three years, after winning a cup with him, after making it to the finals twice with him. bad look. but it's okay. he comes to dallas and the team help him build a home here and he finds a best friend in this guy who is about to become his captain too. something in dallas clearly clicked a switch in his brain, because he started playing beautiful hockey and his name and jamies are being tossed around together like crosby and malkin, and kane and toews, and ovechkin and backstrom. they were supposed to be winners together. supposed to make history, together. but dallas isn't like boston and they don't win immediately but it's fine because they're building something great still and tyler is willing to wait for that. he wants to win here too. he grows into himself as a person and as a leader and he eventually gets an A and he looks after rookies on and off the ice and he helps them avoid the same mistakes he made when he was just a kid with too much money and the world at his fingertips and dallas stars getting better and making deeper runs and then its 2020 and hes finally back. tyler seguin and the stanley cup finals meet once again. and tyler is the guy they're turning to for advice because he's the only guy who has been to the finals more than once in his career and he has a cup and there's not many other guys on the team who have that either. and they lose in six. and now its 2023 and a lot has changed. aside from jamie, he's been on the team the longest. and it's game three of the western conference finals and the captain just took a stupid penalty and got himself ejected from the game and everything falls apart again. the game goes to shit and they're down 3-0 in the series and jamie is suspended for two games but. but. they win those two games. they win and they win and then jamie is back and. they lose. 6-0. and his season ends in may.

[spookywonderlandblizzard]

Triumph Tiger Sport 660 Graphite / Sapphire Black | Triumph Dallas | Irving, TX

[grigori77]

Movies of 2024 - My Pre-Summer Rundown (Part 1)

The Runners-up:

20.  ROAD HOUSE – ranked VERY HIGH INDEED on the list of great movies that really don’t need remaking, Doug Liman’s stab at turning 1989’s beloved original guilty pleasure action-fest into something a bit more modern doesn’t QUITE succeed, but it’s still a whole lot better than it has any right to be.  Jake Gyllenhaal’s Dalton is a very different beast from Swayze’s but he is the surprisingly warm heart at the centre of this deeply revisionist take.  Ultimately the old one’s STILL the superior film, but this is still a very admirable attempt.

19.  ARGYLE – while it ultimately fails to capture the charm of director Matthew Vaughn’s far more enjoyable original Kingsman film, this gloriously DAFT sort-of-meta adaptation of the popular espionage adventure novel is still a whole lot of fun.  Bryce Dallas Howard is charmingly nerdy as the author who discovers that the fictional adventures she writes about Henry Cavill’s titular master spy are actually VERY REAL, but the true star of this film is Sam Rockwell as one of the most unlikely action heroes out there …

18.  SIXTY MINUTES – Netflix’ razor sharp, super-trim real-time action thriller is a tour-de-force breakneck romp which is sure to provide a major breakout for French writer-director Oliver Kienle (Isi & Ossi, Two Hands).  Martial artist Emilio Sakraya shines as Octavio, an MMA fighter who ditches a match in order to attend his daughter’s birthday party, only to find himself fighting his way through various thugs as he races through Paris streets in a desperate bid to make it on time to avoid losing custody of his little girl.

17.  I.S.S. – sneaking in largely under the radar, this super-tense sci-fi thriller from director Gabriela Cowperthwaite (Blackfish, Megan Leavey) deserves a lot more attention than it’s likely to get.  The International Space Station becomes a microcosm for the world as the sudden eruption of nuclear war between America and Russia leads to a fraught standoff between the astronauts and cosmonauts in orbit.  If nothing else, this should be a star-making turn for its lead, Ariana DeBose (Hamilton, Schmigadoon!).

16.  GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE – 2021’s Afterlife may have been a clunky misstep in Sony’s attempt to soft-reboot the franchise, but this follow-up definitely gets things RIGHT back on track, delivering a much more interesting and original story and making the new generation of spook-wranglers a good deal more interesting.  It’s still a ways short of the quality of the original Ivan Reitman movies (or even the unfairly maligned 2016 movie), but it’s at least good enough to appease us the fans …

15.  SOCIETY OF THE SNOW – writer-director J.A. Bayona (The Impossible, A Monster Calls) retells the true story of the desperate battle for survival of the Uruguayan rugby team who crash-landed in the Andes in 1972, previously brought to the screen in Frank Marhsall’s divisive 1993 movie Alive.  This is a far more introspective and authentic film, and ultimately proves the superior cinematic account, lending a moving air of poetic beauty to an otherwise harrowing tale of loss and hard-won triumph

14.  REBEL MOON, PART TWO: THE SCARGIVER – once again, this is likely more of a placeholder than a true review, since I fully expect to give both movies a far more comprehensive once-over when the Director’s Cuts of Zack Snyder’s two-part overblown sci-fi space opera are finally released.  Suffice to say, this is already a MUCH better film than Part One, regardless of what the reviews are saying, so I can only imagine whatever we get in the extended version will only add flavour to what’s already a perfectly decent flick.  Honestly, I really LIKE these movies, even in their chopped-down condition they’re far more fun than we really expected them to be, and there’s no escaping the fact that, just like the first half, this is a genuine visual work of art, Snyder again proving that whatever else you might wanna say about him, he really is a master of visual storytelling.  We’ll just have to see how the proper FINISHED films turn out, whenever that is …

13.  DAMSEL – Millie Bobby Brown shines as a princess shipped to a far-off kingdom to wed a prince in order to save her impoverished land from succumbing to famine, only to discover she’s really being sacrificed to a ferocious dragon.  Following the Dragonslayer blueprint of playing medieval fantasy as pure survival horror, this taut suspense thriller from 28 Weeks Later director Juan Carlos Fresnadillo does a really beautiful job of taking a classic genre trope and turning it on its head in winning style.

12.  ORIGIN – both adaptation and biopic,this moving drama from writer-director Ava Duvernay (Selma) tells the true story of journalist and author Isabel Wilkerson (Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor) while also following her journey as she wrote her incredibly important nonfiction novel Caste: the Origins of Our Discontents.  The subsequent film is at once a powerful account of a woman’s struggle to overcome personal grief and a potent treatise on how centuries of systemic racism and elitism have created massive social divides all across the modern world.

11.  MONKEY MAN – Dev Patel makes his directorial debut while starring in this wonderfully bizarre action thriller about a poor boy living in Yatana while seeking revenge against the powerful men who destroyed the forest home of his childhood.  Touted as an Indian John Wick, this is actually a far more psychologically intriguing film than that, tackling weighty sociopolitical themes with powerful emotional and theological resonance.  That being said, the action sequences ARE genuinely spectacular too …

[dawnilith]

Community-building Tag Game

Tagged by: @peaceful-roadkill

Name: Dawn, Dawnilith, silly lil ding dong seal

Pronouns: they them

Where do you call home?

Im from the texas coast but currently ive enjoyed living in the dallas area and its been my home for a long time

Favorite animal:

Orca, manta rays, cephalopods, seals a lotta marine life rly lol

Cereal of choice:

Trix cereal

Are you a visual auditory or kinesthetic learner?

Def a visual learner its hard for me learn new things if im not being shown how

First pet:

Im gonna instead go with the most memorable pets i had which was two weenie dogs hannah and susie, me and my sister loved them a lot

Favorite scent:

Petrichor, the smell of gummy candy, breakfast tacos, and the scent of someone when i get to cuddle them

Do you believe in astrology?

I try not to believe in it too much cus its just for funsies but i do enjoy talkin and hearing abt it

How many playlists do you have on Spotify/apple music?

Majority of my music i listen to are mp3 files downloaded to my phone, i have a lotta playlists on there too, mostly of putting all of an artists stuff into one playlist, or my calm down playlist

Sharpies or highlighters?

Hmm i did learn recently how useful highlighters can be for drawing but i was more accustomed to using sharpies for inking/coloring

A song that makes you cry:

Ancestress -Björk, winter melody -donna summer; this womans work, all the love, mrs.bartolozzi, a coral room, and dream of sheep - kate bush, tokyo sunrise -LP, crazy world -WALLA, as the world caves in -matt maltese, kimono beat -seiko matsuda

A song that makes you happy:

Try me i know we can make it, happily ever after -donna summer, love and anger -kate bush, clouds -prince, birthday, who is it, big time sensuality, cocoon, in the musicals, ovule, allow, triumph of a heart -björk

And finally what do you write/draw/create? If so use this as an opportunity to shamelessly(😉) promote yourself!

I enjoy drawing my many burly queer oc's and i post them on my art blog! @dawns-art-blog and also on twitter @dawnilith

Nominations: @dantelupine @daybydayartwork @gr-74 @nikodavisflores @thermav and whoever else im mutuals with/wants to

[wetsteve3]

Joe Mauldin, Jerry Allison And Buddy Holly On Their New Motorcycles 

Today is the day the music died.

Buddy, Waylon & The Ariel Cyclone

February 3, 1959 — The Day the Music Died. 

Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, “The Big Bopper” J.P. Richardson, and their pilot, Roger Peterson, die in a plane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa. Holly leaves behind millions of adoring fans, a pregnant wife and a legendary 1958 Ariel Cyclone Motorcycle.

May 13, 1958 - Buddy Holly and his Crickets bandmates, Joe Mauldin and Jerry Allison, land in Dallas after a world tour. They go straight to a Harley-Davidson dealership looking to buy three Harley 74 flatheads. The salesman is skeptical that the three young men from West Texas have the wherewithal to purchase three of his expensive motorcycles, and tells them so. Put off by the rude salesman, the boys go across town to Miller’s Triumph Shop. This time, Buddy introduces himself and produces a large amount of cash to ensure that it is known they are serious buyers. It is probably not necessary because Betty Miller, co-owner of the Shop with her husband, Ray, recognizes Buddy and the Crickets the moment they come in.

Mauldin picks out a red Triumph Thunderbird. Allison goes for a Triumph Trophy TR6A. Buddy buys the new 650cc Ariel Cyclone — one of only 200 ever made.

That summer, between tours and television appearances, Buddy and his friends are often seen riding their motorcycles around town in Lubbock.

October 1958 — Buddy Holly splits from The Crickets.

Early 1959 — Buddy Holly is touring the Midwest with his new band, including bassist Waylon Jennings. Also on the tour are rising artists Ritchie Valens and “The Big Bopper” J.P. Richardson. The going is rough aboard cold, uncomfortable buses and, frustrated by the conditions, Holly charters a plane from a performance in Clear Lake, Iowa to the next stop in Moorhead, Minnesota. Holly bandmate Tommy Allsup and Valens toss a coin for a seat on the plane — Valens wins. Waylon surrenders his seat to Richardson, who is sick.

Buddy Holly & Waylon Jennings February 3, 1959, 12:30 am — Holly, Richardson and Valens take off with Peterson, their 21-year-old pilot. The rest is history. Buddy Holly was 22 years old when he died. Richardson was 28. Valens was 17. Waylon lives on to be one of the most legendary country music artists of all time.

Buddy’s father keeps his Ariel Cyclone until 1970 when he trades it to Nub Stovall, a local racer, for two Yamaha 55cc Trailmasters. Stovall sells the Ariel to another individual, who tries to resell it to a local Honda dealer, George McMahan, for $1000. McMahan wants the bike, but does not have the funds.

Waylon Receiving His Birthday Present 1979 — Former Crickets Mauldin and Allison want to do something special for the 42nd birthday of their old friend, Waylon Jennings. They track down Buddy’s motorcycle to the man who still owns it in Austin, Texas. They buy the bike and have it delivered to an empty hotel room in North Texas where Waylon is on tour. Upon seeing his gift — at midnight — the outlaw Waylon jumps on the bike and kick starts it right there in the hotel room, to the delight of the other guests. Waylon only rides the Ariel a couple times and then lends it to the Johnny Cash Museum in Nashville.

2002 — Waylon Jennings passes away.2014 — The Ariel is auctioned off as part of Waylon’s estate. George McMahon has his second shot at owning the legendary bike. (McMahan had done well as a land developer in Lubbock and now had the means to buy the Ariel.) At auction, the bike quickly is bid up to $475,000 and McMahan bows out, fearing he has missed his chance again.

But fate is with McMahan. The Ariel does not reach the seller’s minimum and does not sell at the auction. Jessi Coulter, Waylon’s widow, is taking offers based on price AND intended use. McMahan makes his offer and specifies his use — riding the bike just one time and then loaning it to he Buddy Holly Center in Lubbock. Done deal.

This is the incredible story of a legendary 1958 Ariel Cyclone, owned by two of the biggest legends in music history. Check it out at the Buddy Holly Center if you’re ever down in Lubbock — but note, no pictures allowed.

[goldilocks-pony]

Candy Crooks

I won't be updating this until I finish writing it all

Warnings: stealing

Tagging: @theoutsidersisruiningmylife @sarcasticpenguini @cha0s-incarnated @sophie-i-guess13 @mx-misty-eyed @footnotesnake @thefingerinthemiddle @pasta-and-isopods @james-fucking-hates-dallas @papa-no-cheese

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The entity in the bush whispers, "Don't panic, it's just me."

Darry yanked his arm away and hollered in a hushed tone, "Who the hell is me?"

"Shut up, it's Dal. Get in here before they see all of y'all, you twat."

All but one, dark, slim shadow followed instructions, all of them except Curly Shepherd. Curly ran up to the porch, then all movement stopped. He looked left and right, grabbed something, pressed the doorbell then ran. It looked like he was going 100 miles per hour and he came barreling towards the bushes. He dived into the bushes, and it became clear what he was holding, a giant bowl full of candy. A foolish smile stretched across his face in triumph. It faded suddenly when he heard hollering from behind him and all glee faded from Curly's face, "I don't know who you think you are but I'll kill ya!"

They took it as their sign to run and bolted, they ran as fast as they could while Tim took the bowl, maybe to make sure Curly wasn't to blame or to make sure the candy wasn't leaving their possession without a fight.

As they ran, they caught the attention of passersby. Once they got to downtown they slowed down, careful not to bump into any Socs.

[rattkachuk]

Thinking positively, remember how they were never supposed to make it this far. All odds were against them vs. Boston and they were down in the beginning but still triumphed! 🙌

Also, remember how Vegas almost swept Dallas but then they didn't. 👀

yahhhh youre right youre right!!!