Every once in a while a trip down memory lane can be such a pleasurable experience.  A week ago, Imaginary Diva and I went to the last remaining drive-in movie theatre in the region.  Located in Ladner, British Columbia, the Twilight Drive-In is a great way to spend an evening with family, friends, and, of course, that special date.

The Twilight Drive-In was only built in 2005 so all of the facilities are still relatively new and well maintained.  Since a majority of customers are families and kids, the atmosphere brought upon a much more serene feel, especially compared to modern day movie theaters.  There are no pesky teenagers or loud mouths ruining the experience.

The facility is well engineered to provide good sightlines for all vehicles.  Even watching a movie within the confines of my car was a comfortable experience.  No speaker poles were needed, since the audio feed was broadcasted via FM stereo into my car speakers.  You can even sit outside on a lawnchair to enjoy the movie.

During the weekends, customers can stay and view up to three movies throughout the evening.  All of the movies are new releases; a great value when you consider the cost of a single movie in modern day theatres.  We were free to leave at anytime so watching every single movie was not obligatory.

If you’re looking for an enjoyable viewing experience, I would highly recommend a visit to the Twilight Drive-in.  It’s a great form of escapism that many of us can still enjoy today! 

To visit the Twilight Drive-In website, click here

A couple days ago, I finally upgraded my web browser to Firefox 3. The third generation browser from Mozilla features new enhancements such as streamlined bookmarking, smart keyword functionality, less memory usage and plenty of other tweaks.  Firefox 3 also boasts new security features to prevent phishing or illegitimate access to your personal information.  Overall, the browser is quicker and a lot more stable than the dreadful monstrosity known as Internet Explorer 7.

Amid much fanfare, the release of FireFox 3 also set a new Guinness World Record for the largest number of software downloads in 24 hours.  Another reason why Firefox has gained so much popularity is due to the many free add-ons available for use.  From ad blockers to tab extensions, Firefox has allowed the masses to regain control of their browsing experience.  For a list of recommended add-ons, you can check out my previous post about Firefox 2.

If you haven’t tried Firefox 3, download a copy and go for a test run.  You will not be disappointed.  To download a copy of Firefox 3, head over to Mozilla.com.

Our tickets have been booked for another vacation!

Since working two hours a day is taking a toll on my body, mind and soul, yours truly will find any excuse to plan another getaway.

My next destination will involve palm trees, lots of music, and plenty of sunshine. No, we’re not going to Mexico, like most Canadians.

At the moment, I don’t feel like disclosing the country or geographical area. But I will reveal our vacation will be spent on a Cruiseship!

World in Conflict is by far the most addicting PC game I’ve played in my entire life.  From jaw dropping graphics to realistic gameplay, there isn’t a Real Time Strategy game (RTS) in the market that fully captures the essence of war.  My addiction has gone so far, where I have to be literally pulled away from my PC to stop playing.

Launch a napalm strike to decimate a forest or call in a nuclear missile to wipe out your enemies.  There’s an infinite amount of strategies a player can employ to ensure a victorious ouctome for the team.  In addition, instant action allows for continuous gameplay with minimal stoppages.  There’s no resource gathering for minerals, lengthy wait times or building fortifications.  You head straight into the theatre of war and utter destruction!

Now my addiction can be fuelled even further thanks to an upcoming expansion pack called World in Conflict: Soviet Assault.  An abundance of new content will keep me glued to the PC monitor all night long (again).

If you’re an avid gamer who hasn’t tried WIC, get off yer ass, rush over to an electronic store and pick up a copy.  Just don’t blame me if the wife starts nagging you to get off the PC.