The Daily Peter

Zen-Pong: Like Ping-Pong but Zen(er)

2009-02-26T15:47:00.001-08:00

Do You Remember the Salad Days?

2009-02-25T13:21:00.000-08:00

Sadness

2009-02-24T17:50:00.000-08:00

What's on Peter's head today? Nothing. Nothing at all.

Peter Breaks Down Catering

2009-02-19T14:41:00.000-08:00

What's in Peter's Mouth?

2009-02-18T15:02:00.001-08:00

Have you seen this man?

2009-02-17T17:52:00.001-08:00

Our lovable flat headed technophobe has returned from his remote "retreat" for more feats of balance.

Peter--what's under the hood dude? Where were you on July 17th 1984?

And now a word from our sponsor . . .

2009-02-12T18:24:00.000-08:00

So yesterday I go to check in and see how much $$$ this blog is raking in and found that my adwords account had been suspended. This really sucks as we had come close to realizing our 3 figure dreams. This is what our friends at Google had to say for themselves:

Hello,

While going through our records recently, we found that your AdSense
account has posed a significant risk to our AdWords advertisers. Since
keeping your account in our publisher network may financially damage our
advertisers in the future, we've decided to disable your account.

Please understand that we consider this a necessary step to protect the
interests of both our advertisers and our other AdSense publishers. We
realize the inconvenience this may cause you, and we thank you in advance
for your understanding and cooperation.

I don't think the squares at Google know what to make of Peter Sprouse and his amazing head. I think those brainiacs in Mountain View found something they can't control and it scares the <=> out of them. That's what I think. But you know what!?!?! You know what?!?!!!! You can''t stop the Daily Peter! We're not in it for the MONEY. Ohhhhh NO! We're in it for the GLORY! Yeah that's right--we're a risk. A risk to people without things on their heads!

Fight the Power Peter!

Bucket O Cash

2009-02-03T08:40:00.001-08:00

There is some sort of pail on Peter's Head
He is holding a shitload of cash
He is wearing a zip-neck argyle sweater

Only logical conclusion: It must be Monday

Peter's Head Vs Juan Valdez

2009-02-01T12:24:00.000-08:00

Peter's in the coffee biz, and he's not taking any shit from the stinkin' columbians.

"Wanna piece of this Juan Valdez?!? I've got cup of Vente whoop-ass with low foam! Come n get it!"

First you balance the coffee, then you get the power, THEN you get the women.

Haiku Me!!!

2009-01-29T12:53:00.000-08:00

calla lily sways

Peter on the chair he sits

blue over red under white

ACTION NEWS! LIVE AT 6!

2009-01-26T21:53:00.000-08:00

The Young Student

2009-01-23T22:35:00.000-08:00

"When I grow up I want to be just like my daddy and make $100 off the internet."

Hope and Balance

2009-01-23T22:18:00.001-08:00

What if someone grabbed you off the street threw you in a private jet, and took you to a tropical island where you were you weren't allowed to use your phone or email? Yes, I know--extraordinary rendition doesn't sound so bad after all.

Keep on rockin' Gitmo! Keep on rockin!

I tried to upload a picture of Peter as an "Obamacon" but it wouldn't work. Here's a picture of my dog instead:

Big in Balkans

2009-01-21T20:45:00.000-08:00

Yes folks, Serbia's largest Men's Monthly FHM Magazine, has recognized the Daily Peter by giving it their "Life was Much More Interesting When we had a Dictator" Award--known locally as the Slobodanie.

The caption translates to: "If see this guy in street, take wallet."

Fan Mail

2009-01-13T21:01:00.000-08:00

Dear Peter,

You are very cool. I suffer from Acute Disbalancia Syndrome and cannot keep anything on my head. For many years I suffered in silence. But after viewing your blog I found the courage to put on a helmet. With something constantly on my head I have a new found sense of self esteem, and have talked to three girls! Soon I hope to loosen the chin strap. Thanks Peter! You're an inspiration to everyone with ADS.

Sincerely yours,

Brett G.

Sioux Falls, Florida

Silly Bunny Wants to be a Peter

2009-01-13T20:43:00.000-08:00

Addiction's Grip and Peter's Head

2009-01-11T18:25:00.000-08:00

I'd like to tell you about my friend Peter. He has a problem. A Japanese Pop-Culture problem.

For weeks Peter's been hanging out in the back corner of Borders sitting indian style and reading semi-pornographic Japanese Manga comic books. I was a little concerned, but I

thought "Hey, at least it's not Dungeons and Dragons. It's not like he's in to the HARD stuff."

Little by little he began to withdraw. I'd try to put something on his head and take a picture, but all he wanted to do was read his Manga. Still I wasn't worried. Even when he bought that Scion I thought it was just a "faze" he was going through. He'd say things like "It's cool", and "I've got everything under control", and "Just 'cus I like to do a little Manga it doesn't mean I have a problem." I wanted to believe him--I really did. But that all changed when I saw this:

Yes, it's an unsexy man dressed like a sexy female cartoon character . It was in his Trapper-Keeper.

I looked away in tears. But tears soon turned to denial. It's not like he's in his bedroom late at night filming his comic book collection and putting it on youtube, right? Wrong!

The following is the nerdiest thing I've ever seen:

I think things are getting bad. These photos have recently fallen into my possession. I think it's time for an intervention.

Peter and the VERY friendly dog

2009-01-09T18:53:00.000-08:00

"Bark Bark!", said the Dog.

"Woof Woof Woof", shouted Peter, angry at being interrupted.

The dog circled peter for a moment then said, "Bark, bark, bark. Grrrrr-ruf!"

Peter was taken aback. Not knowing what to make of his new friend Peter let it be know that, "Woof woof woof. Grrr. Woof! Bark! Bark!"

And with that, the dog mounted Peter's head where he remains to this day.

THE END

The Urban Peter

2009-01-07T09:55:00.000-08:00

A message from our Brand Manager:

I know there's still apprehension from some who may also ask, "Will adopting an urban strategy make us a 'Black Brand'?" And to that, my answer is "no" (and that's another big conversation for another day). But without an understanding of the root of this urban audience, you'll miss truly reaching and affecting the urban consumer.

Take a quick look at the history of Black Americans, and you'll understand why they are at the core of urban lifestyle. From the time of slavery through present day, Black Americans have created music, language, dance, and style as forms of self-expression, communication and survival. As Plato teaches us, "Necessity is the mother of all invention," and because Black Americans have historically been the underprivileged in America, it's been necessary for us to create, innovate and invent for survival. As progress was made over the years, self-esteem issues still lingered from times of slavery and segregation, which led to an ongoing need and desire for respect and affirmation. This is still at the core of what has driven a lot of the behaviors and identity of Black Americans. And the results of that need and desire are typically manifested through actions and behaviors that allow them to show off their individual style and to be seen as "hip," "cool" and better than those around them.

And the urban environments in which this audience historically resided is most definitely a factor to what defines this aspirational lifestyle. With city living, Black consumers became more competitive, more open-minded, more culturally curious, more entrepreneurial in spirit and even more materialistic to a degree. Being close to the energy of successful business, to new trends and styles emanating from the urban environs and the feeling that anything he or she can do I can do better, fueled a "keeping up with the Joneses" reality.

As hip-hop gained its strength in Black America and thus, inner-city communities, it was adopted by others that shared a common interest in hip-hop lifestyle. Hip-hop was inclusive by nature, so it did not discriminate. Although hip-hop was originated by a culture of Black people, it was based on a lifestyle, and that lifestyle was aspirational and inspirational to a nation of young people and that also begged, borrowed and stole from a diverse range of cultures. It was influenced as much as it influenced others. And as hip-hop lifestyle became more prevalent and accepted by popular culture, it then transcended into a more universal urban lifestyle.

It's easy to see how the urban lifestyle trend has quickly spread, reaching far across the globe as new media options and high-speed connections enable anyone, anywhere with similar aspirations to join the party. But as the audience widens, it's critical to understand and remember what drives the trend. And what drives the trend is the mindset of the consumer -- who at the core, is black. And I say, if you want an authentic taste, you go to an authentic place.

Given that many trends born out of Black Culture have eventually become popular American Culture, it can be easy to forget the origin and the importance of recognizing the unique "ingredients" that propelled that trend into the mainstream.

Race or culturally appropriate teams are still often the "big pink elephant" in the board room when marketers start talking about their urban strategies. Black culture is a significant link in the DNA of the urban lifestyle and that point must be recognized in order to truly understand what's at the core of the attitudes, opinions and behaviors of this group. I'm here to say that yes, you really need an agency that focuses on African Americans to effectively resonate with an urban lifestyle audience. It matters. Adopting an urban strategy won't make your brand "Black," but a strategic urban strategy does begin with a smart team that does have African-American relevance.

In the business this is known as "plagiarism."

The Daily Peter Memorial Foundation. Click Now!

2009-01-07T09:28:00.001-08:00

Last year, the Daily Peter Memorial Foundation raised over $36.67. Where does the money go? Mainly to cigarettes and cheap white wine. Sometimes Peter and I get a tube of model glue, a paper bag, and huff the day away behind the 7-11. When the money runs out we go back to blogging. So please click on the ads so Peter can buy something nice--like this can of hominy:

Mystery Bag

2009-01-07T09:03:00.000-08:00

What's in the bag Peter? Did your MOMMY buy it for you?

Uh-oh. I think I hurt his feelings.

Whatever. Smell you later.

Tis better to balance than receive

2008-12-26T22:58:00.000-08:00

Do you know the muffin man?

2008-12-22T17:30:00.001-08:00

First Verse: Oh, do you know the muffin man, 

The muffin man, the muffin man, 

Oh, do you know the muffin man, 

That lives on Drury Lane?

Second Verse: 

Oh, yes, I know the muffin man, 

The muffin man, the muffin man, 

Oh, yes, I know the muffin man, 

That lives on Drury Lane.

Third Verse:

Peter is the muffin man,

The Muffin Man—THAT'S WHAT I SAID!!!

Peter is the muffin man,

What's THAT THING on his HEAD?!

northern exposure!

2008-12-20T19:46:00.000-08:00

caught in the headlights, the peter froze for just a moment before breaking left & disappearing into the santa clarita night... it was an honor to be present for such a close sighting - a once in a lifetime experience treasured by those present.

curses! foiled again!

2008-12-20T18:02:00.000-08:00

once again the scent of marlboro lights lured us towards the sasquatch...

but then he spotted us...& made a run for it!!

trek towards oblivion...

2008-12-18T19:25:00.000-08:00

after working hard for a former star trek luminary, peter gets illuminated by some serious sugar delivery systems.

gifts for everyone

2008-12-18T19:24:00.001-08:00

the bounty of the seasons, made manifest on peter's head.

do note: there was tequila in there. & we didn't drink it. but that explains the odd balancing act...

2008-12-15T18:41:00.000-08:00

peter now knows to what he aspires. more than anything else, he wants to be...

a brick balancer.

2008-12-15T13:37:00.000-08:00

hours of fun & entertainment are being had at the expense of our president, today. http://blogslut.com/gwbshoethrow.html

mo' money, mo' problems

2008-12-15T10:38:00.000-08:00

demand for new, clever head-toppings will soon eclipse peter's ability to do anything but balance things on his head. luckily enough, the click-throughs keep coming - someday soon peter will retire, balancing his riches as he rolls (his office chair) into the sunset.

Happy 3-week B-Day Daily Peter!

2008-12-12T18:11:00.001-08:00

Meanwhile back at Peter's penthouse . . .

2008-12-11T19:00:00.000-08:00

Radio Raheem (or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Fight the Power)

2008-12-10T22:32:00.000-08:00

Let me tell you the story of "Right Hand, Left Hand." It's a tale of good and evil. Hate: It was with this hand that Cane iced his brother. Love: These five fingers, they go straight to the soul of man. The right hand: the hand of love. The story of life is this: Static. One hand is always fighting the other hand; and the left hand is kicking much ass. I mean, it looks like the right hand, Love, is finished. But, hold on, stop the presses, the right hand is coming back. Yeah, he got the left hand on the ropes, now, that's right. Ooh, it's the devastating right and Hate is hurt, he's down. Left-Hand Hate K.O.ed by Love.

Beverly Hills Sasquatch

2008-12-09T18:07:00.000-08:00

This field report is kind of hazy, but it appears to be Peter with something on his head. Waiter Armondo Ricardo was getting off work at the Beverly Hills Hilton when "I smelled Marlbro Lights, and heard what sounded like a moose call. I turned saw a real live Peter with something on his head. I got this shot before he spooked, and went running up Little Santa Monica."

Peter sightings occasionally happen late at night in Beverly Hills where the locals call him "El unico que equilibra las cosas en la cabeza." Locals often see him Sunday evenings with his family at Nate N Al's. However recent scientific evidence points to an un-showered Larry King balancing a kishka, and not the Peter of Beverly Hills folklore.

The Daily Peter thanks Armondo for his bravery in documenting this gentle beast in his natural environ.

Peter's been bad (and needs to be punished)

2008-12-09T17:48:00.000-08:00

I need my boot back before the Rocky Horror Picture Show starts. Peter had other plans. Filthy, filthy Peter.

Peter, you light up my life

2008-12-09T17:45:00.001-08:00

When you party like Peter inevitably, by the end of the night, someone ends up with a lampshade on their head. But few do it with such grace and dignity. Cheers to you Peter, cheers to you.

Hello Computer

2008-12-09T17:41:00.000-08:00

Domo arigato Mr Roboto

Daily Peter Location Special

2008-12-03T16:23:00.000-08:00

So what the fuck IS that on Peter's head?!?!?

He was on his 4th beer when . . .

2008-12-02T20:40:00.000-08:00

Strong, Brown, Paper.

2008-12-01T13:37:00.000-08:00

Cardboard--Scourge of Recyclers around the world. Peter's head; no problem. It even looks more manly when you see it from behind. That's 5 pounds of corrugated balance. Believe it!

Friday - 50.7 fluid ounces of glory

2008-11-21T09:13:00.000-08:00

Again showing bravery in the face of adversity, Peter puts up--and holds--a very large bottle of Smart Water on his head.

Thursday

2008-11-20T09:42:00.001-08:00

Today we got dangerous with a cup of hot scalding coffee. As usual Peter took it like a man.

2008-11-19T17:07:00.001-08:00

Welcome to the Daily Peter

2008-11-19T15:40:00.001-08:00

Everyday Peter will put something on his head and I will take a picture.