Beyonders Launch Party: A Video

Wow. I can't believe this video finally worked! It only took me all day yesterday and most of today! So I hope you watch it!!! Even though my battery died and I didn't even get Brandon Mull himself on it! I tried though. But the editing thing I'm using which recognizes my new HD camcorder, won't recognize my crappy camera. And the software that will do the crappy camera won't do the HD stuff. ARGHHH!!

But the party was fun, as you can see from this video. I hope. There were a few bloggers there, and authors, and I even found a gaggle of my cousins to hang with!

So I won't say any more... just watch. And then go read the book. Really. You should.

A Little John, Josh and Janette Love

Some random fun videos I've come across this week that I simply must share:

Why I love John:

(a video where John Green talks to a 15 year old version of his brother and discusses critical reading by comparing it to eating pizza... or something. Be sure to watch to the very end. Just sayin'.)



Why I love Josh:

(Okay, so you all know why, but this montage clip of the past few years really shows it all! New album people! New album!)



Why I love Janette (as in Rallison):

(This just cracked me up because it's so close to my reality...minus the Cheez Its, which I just really can't stand.)




Anyway. Enjoy! A lovely Friday and weekend to you all!

Viral Video Wednesday: OUCH!!

Here's another video I've enjoyed and find funny. Also one I figure fits the definition of "viral video" since I've seen it around everywhere lately. Also, don't forget to check out The Kool Aid Mom's blog for TONS more viral videos for the week... all about dancing.

But this one is not about dancing... just a couple of funny kids.. and one you've all probably seen a gazillion times already, but here it is, just in case.

What is Jason Castro Reading?

So, it's no secret by now that you all know my favorite American Idol (even though it should be David A. since he's from nearby here) is Jason. Every Tuesday I look forward to what he calls his "date night" where he posts a video blog about his experiences on tour. However, this past week, he was late! And now.... finally I get to my point... we know he was late because he stayed up all night reading! I know, I know.... the next question is... reading what?

Well, I decided you need to watch as he explains himself and what he thought of the book:



Who knew Jason was a bit of a reader? And something as hefty and deep as The Kite Runner! One of my all time favorites? And in the middle of touring, and staying up all night? "It rocked me... it was so intense and sad." Anyway, I thought this was so cool I just had to share. Jason talking about The Kite Runner! I love it! :)

Viral Video Wednesday: All About Moms

Here's another favorite video to share. I have a feeling most of you have seen this one already, (it truly fits the "viral" discription!) but if you're a mom and for some reason you haven't seen it yet, you really must watch.

Viral Video Wednesday: Heroes

The Kool Aid Mom is starting a fun thing.... once a week (on Wednesday), she's asking us to share some of the favorite videos we come across. She's calling it Viral Video Wednesday. So I thought it would be fun to participate.

But then I realized I didn't know what a "viral" video was. I was just thinking I'd share videos I liked. So I looked it up and learned this: a viral video is one of those videos that spreads in popularity through cyberspace... just like a .... yep... virus!

So then I wondered if the videos I planned on sharing would count. But then I decided... how else does a "viral"video start if not by someone just sharing whatever they liked in the first place. Right?

Last week I mentioned how much we are loving the Vlogbrothers at our house, so I first wanted to share one of my favorites:


But this week I wanted to share some videos that show clips of some of my favorite books and movies:

This one gives me chills with how well it's edited.



And another most excellent one:



Well, there's lots lots more where those came from... but I'll just keep it at the two for now. See if you can pick out which books/movies they are! Fun stuff!