Category Archives: Random Stuff

Thunk from The Croods: You Have Issues

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Time for some fun. I had a silly thought about Thunk in The Croods, which I then put together into this little graphic. Enjoy!

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11 Things I Learned from 8 Months of Unemployment

Posted on March 31, 2026 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I lost my job of 15 years on May 22, 2025 and started a new job on February 2, 2026. So I was out of work for a little over eight months. That wasn’t how I planned to spend last … Continue reading →

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The Art of Film Back Covers

Posted on February 10, 2026 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

As a writer, I love reading other authors’ work, especially when they’re trying to sell me on something like a movie. When you buy a physical copy of a film, do you ever read the back cover? It’s fun to … Continue reading →

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How to Train Your Dragon and the Job Hunt

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I think we all feel like Hiccup sometimes. When it comes to finding a job, at least, I have a lot in common with him.

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Why Isn’t This Amazing Piece of Music on the How to Train Your Dragon Soundtrack?

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I’ve listened to and thoroughly enjoyed the How to Train Your Dragon soundtrack for many years, and something dawned on me just recently. It’s missing a really amazing piece of music from the film! Have a listen to this.

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A Miraculous End to the Year

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

2025 has been nothing short of miraculous. When I lost my job in May, I had no idea how things would turn out. Would I be able to find a new job quickly? If not, how would I take care … Continue reading →

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Why I Smile

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Merry Christmas! It’s the most joyous time of the year. I don’t smile because my life is perfect; I smile because my Savior is perfect.

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I’m Trying

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

“I’m trying” is a deceptively simple statement because, in spite of its brevity, it can have two meanings. The most obvious one is that I’m attempting to do something difficult. The other one is that I’m taxing someone’s patience. In … Continue reading →

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I’m a Square One Back at Square One in My Job Search

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

This message is aimed squarely at anyone who’s going through a hard time right now. Normally for my Thanksgiving article, I like to talk about what I’m thankful for. This time is a little different.

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When Bill Murray Turned a Baby Ruth Into a Tootsie Roll

Posted on October 28, 2025 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

All right, I’m in the mood for something fun. And since it’s nearly Halloween, I want to relate it to candy.

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