This week is all about being “upbeat” – so why is my movie pick about a comet that wipes out most of the human race? Because of a rare and
well balanced mix of humor, sci-fi and drama that was perfected in the 80s (think American Werewolf in London, Ghostbusters, and The Stuff) but clearly forgotten.

I only wish blockbusters today had as much going for them as this low budget classic, which now available on DVD! There were rumors that the original print of Comet was lost but online petitions demanding its release anyway. When you feel low this movie puts a smile on your face – true – the plot has the world ending as we know it, but for the protagonists it's a best case scenario – loved ones are safe, a guy you'd totally ball has also survived, and you can take anything you want from the mall.

Make sure to keep an eye out for former Brix Pick style icon Mary Woronov in the weird evil scientist sub plot. This is a true gem that more people should see.

This is one invigorating, pop, punk, new wave, one hit, fun song. Orange Juice was the biggest thing at the time in Scotland and no wonder. Wouldn't you love to party with baby face Edwyn Collins or goof off on the streets wearing crazy outfits like they do in their video?

Despite the clearly eighties vibe, Rip It Up actually sounds quite contemporary – were they ahead of their time or are new bands just mining the past?

What?! He's hot. And just read his bio:

“Without Tygra there would be no Cat's Lair. Under his guidance the Robear Berbils constructed Cat's Lair in only three days. Tygra's flaming/exploding bolo-whip is a formidable weapon. With it Tygra can become invisible to almost any Third Earth being. Tygra's agility and cunning help him in times of battle and make him an invaluable asset to the team.” – from The Ultimate Thundercats Webpage

I doubt I'm the only one who knows they wouldn't have ended up half as cool if it weren't for Cyndi Lauper. Not only did she have a fun fashion sense that was unlike anyone else's, she had a witty and spirited personality, not to mention great interests like wrestling, vintage clothes and masturbation.

I dressed as a punk rocker from kindergarten to fifth grade and owned florescent lace fingerless gloves and only dreamed of the day I could dye my hair crazy colors – all because of her. Maybe I'm just an old lady but it seems like there are fewer and fewer cool women to look up to in popular culture these days. I just don't think Pink is comparable to the pop goddess who told us that the Goonies were good enough.

These soft biscuits with fruit jam and a hard chocolate topper are the perfect little dessert to share a cup of tea with. Raspberry is my favorite flavor, but they come in several tempting options.

I had not gone bowling for years until recently. While the lack of practice definitely showed – my first score was 28, I did improve with the help of pointers from my friends and we all had a wonderful time. The particular alley we went to was having cosmic disco bowling when we started – and I preferred that to the normal lighting – mostly because you realize just how dank and strange a bowling alley is with the bright florescents.

Of course dank and strange is part of the fun. So are a few lucky drinks to help your game. our fun night was up in Lake George. Here are bowling options in and around the city that I have not tried — Bowlmor Lanes, Chelsea Piers, Leisure Time Bowl, in Brooklyn, and more.

This road side attraction in Oakley can be dangerous – seriously my sister sprained her ankle in a prairie dog hole – but that shouldn't stop you from making a visit next time you happen to be traveling on Highway 83.

There is something distinctly Texas Chainsaw Massacre about the place, from the stuffed jackalopes and live rattle snakes in the “museum” hallway that reeks of dust and death, to the absolute chaos of the out door prairie dog town petting zoo – where the little animals are everywhere, peeking from behind the cows with two legs growing out of their behinds. The cows are real, so are the legs and in general their piercing gaze as you gawk at them gives you a feeling somewhere in between the willies and cold dark fear. Bring the kids too.

If you love adventure and/or Sean Bean you must watch. This is an enjoyable epic about Richard Sharpe and his sharp shooting men during the Napoleonic era in Europe.

Based on the novels by Bernard Cornwell that old guys and old guys only read – this is far more entertaining and accessible to the young and not guys than I thought. Full of intrigue and even romance, this is a great companion to the incredible (and previous Bricks Pick) Horatio Hornblower. Give it a chance.

While this version is not quite as rich and flavorful as you might find in a restaurant – it is yummy. Great with couscous. Be careful if you have a sensitive tummy.