Thursday, July 26, 2007
There Are No Words....
I simply can't possibly add anything to the rousing debate about Virginia's proposed anti-cockfighting bill. You just must, must, must read some of these comments. If you have enough free time, you might try counting the number of references to terrorism. This was the highlight of my workweek.
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Meet George Jetson...
I was watching Mythbusters today. I love that show. Jamie's mustache reminds me of Dr. Zoidberg on Futurama. You know:
Anyhow, they were trying to build a personal jetpack, and as part of their research they visited my beloved hometown of Davis. They went to see Professor Paul Moller, who it turns out has invented a flying car. That's right: Moller has, according to the Davis Wiki, "succeeded in developing the world's first and only feasible, personally affordable, personal vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) vehicle — the M400 Skycar." As you can see, it's awesome looking.
The Skycar's engine can burn "a variety of fuels," but apparently alcohol will be the top choice. It will travel 5 times faster than most cars. Downside: it's expected to retail at $500,000.
But, get excited world--flying cars mean THE FUTURE IS NOW. =) Next up, a Rosie the Robot-esque maid in every house.....Well, I guess we'll just have to see what the future brings.
Anyhow, they were trying to build a personal jetpack, and as part of their research they visited my beloved hometown of Davis. They went to see Professor Paul Moller, who it turns out has invented a flying car. That's right: Moller has, according to the Davis Wiki, "succeeded in developing the world's first and only feasible, personally affordable, personal vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) vehicle — the M400 Skycar." As you can see, it's awesome looking.The Skycar's engine can burn "a variety of fuels," but apparently alcohol will be the top choice. It will travel 5 times faster than most cars. Downside: it's expected to retail at $500,000.
But, get excited world--flying cars mean THE FUTURE IS NOW. =) Next up, a Rosie the Robot-esque maid in every house.....Well, I guess we'll just have to see what the future brings.
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
I Got Tagged...
So here goes:
8 Random Facts
Players start with eight random facts about themselves.
People who are tagged need to write their own blog about their eight things and post these rules. At the end of your blog, you need to choose eight people to get tagged and list their names. Don’t forget to leave them a comment telling them they’re tagged, and to read your blog.
1. I am horribly and uncontrollably afraid of bugs. Strongly afraid of heights. Somewhat nervous walking on sidewalk grates. And mildly uncomfortable in elevators and on escalators.
2. Like someone else I know, I almost didn't make it into 1st grade. I couldn't tie my shoelaces, and I couldn't read time. I was saved by the school principal who apparently thought I was ready for hours of sitting in one space working addition problems. He was wrong.
3. My most productive time of day is around 4-7 pm. Coincidentally, this is also close-of-business at most places I've worked.
4. I am an experienced hula dancer. And yes, I will perform at your party. If you pay me a whole bunch.
5. On Sunday, I fell in love with Joe Stark. He's a guitarist I saw perform. Don't tell Francis.
6. I have never told anybody this, but I can still recite a portion of the Disney read-along version of Peter Pan by heart. And sometimes, I do.
7. I appear to be no closer to achieving my lifelong dream of attending the Oscars than I was 27.5 years ago.
8. I don't know 8 bloggers. So I'm only tagging:
KWilliams
Variations on a Theme
TSinister
Peanut Butter Burrito
Traveling Typhoon
(almost entirely people who I'm strongly guessing aren't interested)
8 Random Facts
Players start with eight random facts about themselves.
People who are tagged need to write their own blog about their eight things and post these rules. At the end of your blog, you need to choose eight people to get tagged and list their names. Don’t forget to leave them a comment telling them they’re tagged, and to read your blog.
1. I am horribly and uncontrollably afraid of bugs. Strongly afraid of heights. Somewhat nervous walking on sidewalk grates. And mildly uncomfortable in elevators and on escalators.
2. Like someone else I know, I almost didn't make it into 1st grade. I couldn't tie my shoelaces, and I couldn't read time. I was saved by the school principal who apparently thought I was ready for hours of sitting in one space working addition problems. He was wrong.
3. My most productive time of day is around 4-7 pm. Coincidentally, this is also close-of-business at most places I've worked.
4. I am an experienced hula dancer. And yes, I will perform at your party. If you pay me a whole bunch.
5. On Sunday, I fell in love with Joe Stark. He's a guitarist I saw perform. Don't tell Francis.
6. I have never told anybody this, but I can still recite a portion of the Disney read-along version of Peter Pan by heart. And sometimes, I do.
7. I appear to be no closer to achieving my lifelong dream of attending the Oscars than I was 27.5 years ago.
8. I don't know 8 bloggers. So I'm only tagging:
KWilliams
Variations on a Theme
TSinister
Peanut Butter Burrito
Traveling Typhoon
(almost entirely people who I'm strongly guessing aren't interested)
Monday, July 09, 2007
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