The Barrett Retrospective

This blog represents my own footprint on the web, and everything contained herein is my own, illustrious opinion.

  • Classic Hot Toddy Recipe

    Classic Hot Toddy Recipe

    There’s something timeless about a hot toddy. Whether it’s a chilly winter evening or you’re looking for a comforting way to wind down, this classic recipe has you covered. Simple ingredients, soothing warmth, and a touch of tradition come together in this quintessential drink. Ingredients: Instructions: A Sip of History The hot toddy has a…

  • Homemade Hot Chocolate: A Cozy Treat

    Homemade Hot Chocolate: A Cozy Treat

    Nothing warms the soul on a chilly day quite like a cup of homemade hot chocolate. With just a few ingredients, you can create a rich, velvety drink that feels like a warm hug in a mug. Here’s how we made it—simple, classic, and absolutely delicious. Ingredients: Instructions: The Verdict: We made this on a…

  • The Slouch Hat: From Military Tradition to Iconic Symbol

    The Slouch Hat: From Military Tradition to Iconic Symbol

    When you think of iconic headwear, the bucket hat might come to mind, thanks to its casual, laid-back vibe and connection to modern streetwear. But the slouch hat—though it may seem like a cousin to the bucket hat—is steeped in military history and served far more practical purposes on the battlefield. While both hats feature…

  • Exploring My Guitar Effects Chain: A Fun Hobby

    Exploring My Guitar Effects Chain: A Fun Hobby

    I recently purchased an Amazon Basics effects pedal and it is actually good! Inserting it into my chain, I realized I should make note of the configurations. From there, this post happened 😉 I’ve been having a blast experimenting with the sounds. Here’s a breakdown of what’s currently in my signal chain. Signal Chain Overview…

  • My Mai Tai Recipe

    My Mai Tai Recipe

    I originally got this recipe from a blog but I can’t find the link to that blog now. I’ve made changes changes to the ratio but the basic ingredients are mostly the same. These four rums, when mixed together, create a very fruity yet potent mixture. You’ll swear there’s pineapple juice in the mai tai!…

  • Firefall – Mystery Over Stronghold

    Firefall – Mystery Over Stronghold

    Back when I was playing a game called Firefall I was streaming the game but back then I really didn’t know what I was doing so there was a lot of experimenting. This video was made In 2015. And I was using Sony Vegas Studio and I wanted to try making a video front to…

  • Super Sentai DVDs from Shout Factory

    Super Sentai DVDs from Shout Factory

    Super Sentai Research I remember in the early 90s watching the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers with Son, Adrian, who at the time was about 3 or 4 years old. He loved it, and I loved it becasue it reminded me of Godzilla and Force Five. Some years later, I learned that Saban created the Power…

  • Requiem For Brian

    Requiem For Brian

    John shook the bars of his cell. “Let me go! Liberarme!” A door opened at the end of the hall. A man in dirty clothes stepped out. He had a gun hanging from his belt. “Silencio!” the man said. He tapped his gun and closed the door. John thought he saw his brother, Brian, in…

  • The Mask We Seek

    The Mask We Seek

    John dug into the ground with his bare hands. “My people buried the mask deep, John. Here.” Niru handed John a shovel. John looked up at the hot Pacific sun and wiped his brow. They dug. “I had a job once digging holes while everyone around me got rich.” John said. “Now it’s my turn.”…

  • What’s Up Doc?

    What’s Up Doc?

    My assignment for this class was to experiment with story structure while maintaining escalating tension. The plot had to involve a visit to the doctor. So, I sat at my desk and let my mind soar. This story is the result. On my 45th birthday, I flew on an airplane to 8,000 feet, opened the…

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