I Found a Terminator 2 LaserDisc and Opened a Family Time Capsule

June 21, 2025

Terminator 2 on LaserDisc resurfaced beside Fox News. It became a snapshot of Dad’s shelf, ending on snakes and doubt Physical media beat the algorithm: a Terminator 2 LaserDisc, a watercolor I love, and memories of my dad's bookshelf that still shapes me

The image is a screenshot of a webpage from Fox News, featuring an article titled "Arnold Schwarzenegger says immigrants need to act responsibly, 'behave' like guests." The headline is prominently displayed at the top in bold, black text. Below the headline, there is a subheading that reads, "Former California governor criticized both parties for failing to pass immigration reform," also in black text.

The article is authored by Hanna Panreck and includes a publication date of June 17, 2025, at 2:22 PM EDT. There are social media icons visible at the top of the article, including Facebook, Twitter, and others, indicating options for sharing the article.

In the central part of the image, there is a video still featuring a man with a light brown, checkered blazer over a dark shirt. He has short, dark hair with some gray, and a beard. His facial expression appears animated, as he gestures with his hands while speaking. The background of the video still shows a blurred, colorful backdrop, possibly indicating a television studio setting, with soft lighting and abstract shapes.

To the left of the video still, there is a caption that reads, "Arnold Schwarzenegger touts 'responsibility' of immigrants on 'The View'," indicating that this segment is related to a television appearance. The text also mentions that he discussed the responsibility of immigrants to follow laws and contribute positively to society.

There is a play button overlay on the video still, suggesting that it is a video segment that can be played. The overall layout of the webpage is clean, with a white background and a structured format typical of news articles. The article appears to be part of a larger media section labeled "MEDIA."

No additional objects, logos, or trademarks are visible in the image aside from the website's branding. The focus remains on the article's content and the video still of the man speaking.

5:45 AM

Thilanga Uncle’s Terminator 2 LaserDisc

I saw a LD of Terminator 2 in Thilanga uncle's house.

A LD

LD stands for LaserDisc, an analog optical disc format that was the first commercial optical storage medium for video. While it uses a laser to read the disc, the video signal is analog, though some audio tracks can be digitally encoded. LaserDiscs are 12 inches in diameter, the same size as a vinyl LP.

The image features a news article from Fox Business, with the headline "Musk labels key Trump aide 'a snake' as White House feud simmers." The article is authored by Eric Revell. Below the headline, there is a subheading that states, "Billionaire's attack comes amid cooling tensions following public spat with President Donald Trump."

In the center of the image, there is a photograph of a man speaking at a podium. He appears to be Donald Trump, identifiable by his hairstyle and facial features. He is wearing a dark suit with a light blue tie and a white shirt. His expression is serious, and he is looking slightly to his left while speaking into a microphone positioned in front of him.

The background consists of multiple American flags and a large presidential seal, indicating that this event is taking place in a formal setting, likely within the White House or a similar official venue. The flags are arranged in a way that they frame the speaker, adding to the formal atmosphere of the scene.

On the right side of the image, there are stock market quotes displayed, showing various indices such as the Dow Jones Averages, NASDAQ Composite Index, and S&P 500. Each index has corresponding numerical values and indicators of performance, with some values highlighted in green and others in red, indicating changes in stock prices.

At the bottom right corner, there is a section titled "Get Our Newsletter," inviting readers to subscribe for updates. The overall layout of the article includes a mix of text and visual elements, with the photograph taking a prominent position above the article's content.

The image is set against a digital backdrop, with a browser interface visible at the top, indicating that this is a screenshot from a web page. The time displayed in the top right corner shows 6:01 AM on June 21, suggesting the date and time the screenshot was taken. The battery and Wi-Fi indicators are also visible, indicating the device's status.

6:00 AM

Liking a Watercolor Painting With Snakes

I like this watercolor painting!

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So they filled his room with snakes, he regrets to say

Do you believe him now?

The image features a series of four small, boxy television monitors arranged in a stack, displaying black-and-white footage. The screens show various scenes, with one prominently featuring a woman who appears to be speaking directly to the camera. She has long, dark hair and is wearing a dark jacket over a lighter top. Her expression is serious, and she appears to be in a natural outdoor setting, with trees and a vehicle visible in the background of her screen.

The other monitors display different scenes, including what looks like a landscape with scattered logs and tires, suggesting a possibly abandoned or rural area. The screens are slightly grainy, typical of older surveillance or low-quality video footage.

In the foreground, a hand is visible holding a small black device, possibly a remote or a walkie-talkie, indicating that the person is interacting with the monitors. The text "Stefani" is displayed at the bottom of the image, likely indicating the name of the woman on the screen.

The overall setting appears dimly lit, with a focus on the monitors, which are the primary source of light in the scene. The background is somewhat obscured, but hints of a cluttered environment can be seen, possibly suggesting a makeshift control room or a similar space. The atmosphere is tense, as indicated by the woman's expression and the context of the video feeds.

9:30 AM

Dad’s Bookshelf Looking Like This

My dad's book shelf looked like this

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