Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Rise and Shine --- Cinco the Slogan

Good Morning and welcome to the world of fish!

At least that's what it seems like outside again today. Woke up to a persistent drizzle and it's only supposed to get wetter the rest of the week. Just remember this in August when we are talking draught.

Not that anybody needs an excuse or anything, but it is Cinco de Mayo today. Sure, it's a celebration in Mexico commemorating their victory over the French in 1862, but it seems to have taken off in this country thanks to, well, good marketing.
So, let's raise a glass of Tequila and stay away from Taco Bell.

Anyway, caught a commercial last night for the new Star Trek movie. It is, as the ad says, 'Not your Father's Star Trek.'
Which, of course, is a take off of the famous Oldsmobile slogan.
Of course, they stopped making Oldsmobile's in 2004. What does that have to do with the new Star Trek movie? Well, probably nothing, but it gave me a chance to search for some old commercials.
Here's one that ties it all together:


By the way,

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