This video, starring former bottom-dweller, Jared, was created by friend to Butterknife Estates, Kendra. Most of the filming was done on location at BkE, with help from Matt and Thad.
Remember to stay for the credits.
Friday, November 28, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008
Staples? Yeah, we got that.
The lights dimmed.
The curtain raised.
Shaolin Soccer made its debut on the BkE silverscreen to the response of howling laughter. In imitation of Kung Fu master Iron Leg, Bret flew down from the top of the sofa in a flying kick. With hands raise, poised for a fight, he looked each of us in the eye. We were not laughing any more.
We waited.
He made the first move, back-tracking the way he came. In a single bound he reached the sofa's zenith and in another moment WHACK! he was on the floor. The laughter resumed.
We laugh because we love. Bret usually has comical misfortunes. He often rushes into the house exclaiming, "Thad, I fell off my bike again today!"
He hit his head pretty hard on the load-bearing beam (which has recently been dubbed "Coach's Beam") in the ceiling downstairs, and we got him up and made sure he was all right. It wasn't until minutes later that he noticed the blood.
The debate ensued: was this injury bad enough to warrant a (potentially expensive) trip to the ER? Could it wait until morning? Were his pupils always different sizes?
Did we want to go hang out in a public waiting room late into the night?
Yes we did.
Bret's bloody, stupid head.
The damage done.
Jared was worried sick. And we played Trivial Pursuit!
Coach lightens the ER waiting room atmosphere with his witty Michael Jackson impersonation.
Six staples. Count them. I dare you.
The curtain raised.
Shaolin Soccer made its debut on the BkE silverscreen to the response of howling laughter. In imitation of Kung Fu master Iron Leg, Bret flew down from the top of the sofa in a flying kick. With hands raise, poised for a fight, he looked each of us in the eye. We were not laughing any more.
We waited.
He made the first move, back-tracking the way he came. In a single bound he reached the sofa's zenith and in another moment WHACK! he was on the floor. The laughter resumed.
We laugh because we love. Bret usually has comical misfortunes. He often rushes into the house exclaiming, "Thad, I fell off my bike again today!"
He hit his head pretty hard on the load-bearing beam (which has recently been dubbed "Coach's Beam") in the ceiling downstairs, and we got him up and made sure he was all right. It wasn't until minutes later that he noticed the blood.
The debate ensued: was this injury bad enough to warrant a (potentially expensive) trip to the ER? Could it wait until morning? Were his pupils always different sizes?
Did we want to go hang out in a public waiting room late into the night?
Yes we did.
Bret's bloody, stupid head.
The damage done.
Jared was worried sick. And we played Trivial Pursuit!
Coach lightens the ER waiting room atmosphere with his witty Michael Jackson impersonation.
Six staples. Count them. I dare you.Thursday, November 20, 2008
Hall of Fame
Many heroes have passed through the trials at BkE and we, the current residents of the Butterknife Estates, want to honor those privileged few who have passed through fire, flame and slum-lordships. After all, a house isn't a home until there are some family pictures, and we are all family!(and not just in the literal sense for some of us) So calling all heroes, from the legend days of the BkE up to the present, we need your picture! It will be placed on the wall in the bare space above the stairs where all visitors can look in awe to those who were once among us. You have already passed past your residency here but your memory will always linger when your Kodachrome, Photogravure or Daguerreotype graces our space above the stairs.
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Pies and Pumpkins...and wassail!
In an excellent move for the good of all friends of Butterknife Estates, the residents moved quickly to host a new annual tradition. And that was a Halloween party. With so many activities, foods, sweets and good times, how could anyone say no?
A game of curses broke out. Nothing like seeing Jared swat at flies while Matt barks and scratches himself.
Thad was inspired by "Pushing Daisies" and made one apple pie and one cherry pie. Jared put together a number of homemade pizzas, Bret made cake and Kendra brewed wassail.
A tournament of Smash Bros. was also hosted and then a MarioKart bonanza.
A game of curses broke out. Nothing like seeing Jared swat at flies while Matt barks and scratches himself.
Thad was inspired by "Pushing Daisies" and made one apple pie and one cherry pie. Jared put together a number of homemade pizzas, Bret made cake and Kendra brewed wassail.
A tournament of Smash Bros. was also hosted and then a MarioKart bonanza.
Friday, October 24, 2008
Deep Fat Fried Friday Anyday!
Legend has it that the heroes of Butterknife Estates once acquired a deep fat fryer and spent evenings frying up whatever could be put into hot oil. That regular tradition has since fallen into ruin, but occasionally, that oil is heated once again to prepare such wonderful dishes as fried onions, potatoes, cheese, snickers and Twinkies.While I have never prepared a Twinkie quite at good looking as the one pictured, they are quite tasty and rich. You too can participate in a deep fat fried Friday. Bring your random food items and we'll see to it they become a deep fried delicacy any day!
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
BkE Heroes in the News
Former Butterknife Estates bottom-dweller, Brandon "Coach" Forster recently made news in the Statesman for his ice-resurfacing skills.
Previous to this late-breaking scoop by the intrepid staff of the university publication, Forster had already been spotted at a hockey game driving the Zamboni by his former slum-lord, Thad Gillespie. "When he passed by the first time, I tried to yell at him to get his attention," Gillespie explained, "but I guess he didn't hear me, since the rest of the crowd was doing the same thing."
It was then that Gillespie was struck with the idea to place a phone call to Forster in hopes that he could explain the situation across cellular telephone. "I could tell it was working, because he reached into his pocket and pulled something out. I expected him to answer it, but he just put it back in in his pocket." Gillespie said, "but he did look up to the student section right away with a smile and a wave."
Forster was not worried that his secret Zamboni job has gone public. "It might mess up my driving a little if fans start chanting my name now, but I'll get used to it," Forster reported.
Previous to this late-breaking scoop by the intrepid staff of the university publication, Forster had already been spotted at a hockey game driving the Zamboni by his former slum-lord, Thad Gillespie. "When he passed by the first time, I tried to yell at him to get his attention," Gillespie explained, "but I guess he didn't hear me, since the rest of the crowd was doing the same thing."It was then that Gillespie was struck with the idea to place a phone call to Forster in hopes that he could explain the situation across cellular telephone. "I could tell it was working, because he reached into his pocket and pulled something out. I expected him to answer it, but he just put it back in in his pocket." Gillespie said, "but he did look up to the student section right away with a smile and a wave."
Forster was not worried that his secret Zamboni job has gone public. "It might mess up my driving a little if fans start chanting my name now, but I'll get used to it," Forster reported.
Friday, October 3, 2008
Cupolas Away!
The residents of Butterknife Estates, being Aggies, engineers and having a cupola on top of the garage, decided it was best to light it up with an A much like Old Main. Well, that's the plan anyway. It has been mentioned for a least a year now and it is high time, now that we have this blog, that we did something about it! Rope lights seem the way to go but we just need to find some, preferably in the not-online shopping area. That way we don't pay for shipping. The best deals are the 150 foot rolls but that seems a bit excessive. Only 11 feet is needed for one side of the cupola. So help out today and save Thad from the raging disease, normalicy, the horror of living in a house with no peculiar landmark! We appreciate all donations toward the surround-sound-systemia research fund and the wiirryhea cure foundation (a condition wherein one suffers from poor hand-eye coordination and spoons inevitably end up in eyes). Your help can free Thad from these crippling disorders and so many others at Butterknife Estates.
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Wii tu, Bruté
A battle brews within the walls of Butterknife Estates. A war of words that stretches from BkE alumni to current residents threatens to tear asunder the foundation of this infamous House of Heroes. The spears and arrows of heated debate tear through the air like...well...really...big...pointy...spears and arrows.
Okay here's the gist: Thad really wants a Wii but has no money, Coach (former BkE resident) wants access to a Wii and has no money, Bret vehemetly does not want a Wii, Jared (myself) has money (well...some) and moments where he wants a Wii terribly but others when he doesn't want it at all, Matt hasn't - as of yet - associated himself with either side of the debate, and Ben's getting married so his opinion doesn't matter. What's an off-and-on gamer to do?!?
The Nintendo Wii follows the controversial gaming formula that gamers today don't want cutting edge graphics and complex control schemes...it instead tries to focus on a fun/interactive experience. Well..."controversial" as it may be, it seems to be paying off for Nintendo; as of June 2008 the Wii had sold approximately 10 million more units worldwide than the XBox360 and 15 million more than the Playstation 3.
Is it just hype? Does the system have any long-term value? Would it be a fun purchase for 2 weeks then become a dust collector? Plus every little periferal and game is that much more $$.
I have it on good authority that our local Best Buy is getting in a shipment of Wii's this coming Tuesday...pipe up before then to (possibly) influence the decision making process!!
Okay here's the gist: Thad really wants a Wii but has no money, Coach (former BkE resident) wants access to a Wii and has no money, Bret vehemetly does not want a Wii, Jared (myself) has money (well...some) and moments where he wants a Wii terribly but others when he doesn't want it at all, Matt hasn't - as of yet - associated himself with either side of the debate, and Ben's getting married so his opinion doesn't matter. What's an off-and-on gamer to do?!?
The Nintendo Wii follows the controversial gaming formula that gamers today don't want cutting edge graphics and complex control schemes...it instead tries to focus on a fun/interactive experience. Well..."controversial" as it may be, it seems to be paying off for Nintendo; as of June 2008 the Wii had sold approximately 10 million more units worldwide than the XBox360 and 15 million more than the Playstation 3.Is it just hype? Does the system have any long-term value? Would it be a fun purchase for 2 weeks then become a dust collector? Plus every little periferal and game is that much more $$.
I have it on good authority that our local Best Buy is getting in a shipment of Wii's this coming Tuesday...pipe up before then to (possibly) influence the decision making process!!
Saturday, September 27, 2008
BkE Jeopardy!
Category: Snack Foods
Answer: This friendly, imported shortbread treat comes with vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, or peanut butter filling.
Answer: This friendly, imported shortbread treat comes with vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, or peanut butter filling.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Latest Upgrade (Besides the Blog)
Welcome to Butterknife Estates Blog (that's BkEB)! Seeing as I wanted to write about the new surround sound system in my blog, I realized we were overdue on having a blog about the house and its goings-on. So sit down, relax and feel at home just as you would at Butterknife Estates.
Many severals know by now about the upgraded sound system as it exists now in our basement along with the projector, stadium seating and theater lighting. On Saturday, our trip to DI brought with it a receiver, three speakers and a subwoofer. Oh yeah, and lamps from Shopko for the upstairs. But the surround sound is pretty great. There was a kick-off showing on Saturday of Serenity (or I watched it at least) and Beetlejuice. Our house is now THX certified! We ought to get a plaque to prove it.
Many severals know by now about the upgraded sound system as it exists now in our basement along with the projector, stadium seating and theater lighting. On Saturday, our trip to DI brought with it a receiver, three speakers and a subwoofer. Oh yeah, and lamps from Shopko for the upstairs. But the surround sound is pretty great. There was a kick-off showing on Saturday of Serenity (or I watched it at least) and Beetlejuice. Our house is now THX certified! We ought to get a plaque to prove it.
A House of Heroes
Butterknife Estates may sound impressive and posh, and you would be right!
Only the most qualified of individuals are invited to reside in this palace of apartments. Many candidates are turned down and many more never apply at all, presumably for fear they will not cut the mustard.
One of the most difficult tests is to become a hero. How does one do this? Simply beat Contra, with or without the extra-lives cheat code. At the end, as you copter away from the island you are given the assuring words of narration:
Only the most qualified of individuals are invited to reside in this palace of apartments. Many candidates are turned down and many more never apply at all, presumably for fear they will not cut the mustard.
One of the most difficult tests is to become a hero. How does one do this? Simply beat Contra, with or without the extra-lives cheat code. At the end, as you copter away from the island you are given the assuring words of narration:
"Congratulations! You've destroyed the vile Red Falcon and saved the universe. Consider yourself a hero."
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