Top 5 Countdown - Most Anticipated TV Series of Fall 2011

I've been extremely busy as of late since I've been finishing one Master's Degree and starting another. My new degree is in Optics (lenses, lasers, light, etc..) and I'm enjoying it very much. However, it's taking a lot of my time reviewing things such as calculus and physics - Subjects I haven't touched since my freshman year of college.

When I'm not busy working or studying, the one thing keeping my sanity is ironically Television. I'd rather be watching movies and writing reviews, however TV shows are a quick escape from reality. So today's Top Five Countdown is a listing of my Most Anticipated Television Series of Fall 2011 (although most of them have already started):

5. American Horror Story - I don't know much about the premise, but I do love a good horror story. From the creators of Glee, I'm sure this show will have the same quirkiness minus the singing. Other than AMC, FX is making some of my favorite shows ranging from the dark humor of Wilfred to the grittiness of Justified. There's no doubt American Horror Story will be a hit.

4. Raising Hope - If you haven't watched this show, you are missing out on one of the best slapstick comedies. From the minds of My Name is Earl, it's about a boy who knocks up a serial killer and takes care of the baby after the mom has been captured and executed. Although this sounds pretty grim, this show is nothing but laugh-out-loud antics as this family takes care of baby Hope. Plus, it has Shannon Woodward, a foxy chick I truly adore...

3. The Office - If you ask what's my all-time favorite comedy, I'll answer "The Office." I'm sad to see Michael Scott leave Dunder Mifflin, but the rest of the cast is amazingly funny. With intelligently witty humor and a new boss, I am excited to see the new direction of this show.

2. Dexter - You have to love the show's concept: A Forensic Scientist who is a Serial Killer. This series has taken us for one wild ride and I'm sure it won't calm down anytime soon. I have no idea what this season has in store, but I'm temporarily subscribing to Showtime just so I can watch Michael C. Hall bring justice... or should I say death.

1. Sons of Anarchy - After quickly finishing 3 seasons in 3 weeks, I have found a new series which rivals my favorites of Breaking Bad and The Sopranos. I just can't get enough: It has a superb cast, awesome storytelling, and fantastic cinematography. As you watch this show, you must remember it's more than a gritty crime story - it's a family drama. I plan on writing more about SOA in the future, but right now, I can't wait to see what danger lies ahead for SAMCRO and how they'll deal with Danny Trejo and the Cartel.

After writing this post, I feel like a couch potato... but can you really blame me with such awesome stories to be watched ?!?!?!

My Pop Culture Themed 25th Birthday!!!

Today was my 25th birthday! I have to thank my wonderful family and friends for such a fantastic day. With all the camaraderie, food, and Facebook posts (it's funny how many you get when it's your birthday), I want to share some of the gifts I received that relate to today's pop culture.

My Aunt Lani made a fantastic cake (both eye-pleasing and delicious) based on one of my favorite TV shows - Tosh.0. Instead of Daniel Tosh, it was replaced by yours truly, Me!

If you want to order a cake from her (or just look at her awesome designs), check out her blog at: Leilani's Heavenly Cakes

My sister Rebecca made me a card with me and the women of The Office. This is my absolute favorite show on Television and I will proudly hang this picture at work. I plan to blog on The Office when Steve Carell sadly leaves the show, so stay tuned...

My other sister Sarah made me an awesome Jessica Rabbit card (one of my earliest crushes)!


As for awesome things to watch on my television, my parents got me both The Walking Dead and Jackass 3D on blu-ray. I watched The Walking Dead as it premiered on AMC and loved it. As for Jackass, I have not seen it yet, but I'm ready for a great laugh (kinda ties back to the Tosh.0 videos).

So overall, I had an awesome Birthday and thanks to all the people who made it special!