I can’t even remember what pushed me over the edge to write this blog post.  I think it was a book I read – extra bus time means extra reading time – but I’m not sure.  Anyhow, I just got to thinking about some of the bizarre double-standards and hypocrisy prevalent in modern society. So […]

The article: New York City Flyover Photo Flop Triggers Recriminations Did the administration make a mistake?  Probably, there’s clearly something off about what happened.  But now for the clear, rampant, annoying, pathetic bias: “A photo-op over the Manhattan skyline that sent thousands of New Yorkers running for their lives has officials in Washington, D.C., running […]

I’m reading the excellent book “The Omnivore’s Dilemma” right now.  For the past couple of years my wife and I have worked hard to buy more and more sustainable products in our lives.  When I came to a passage describing how companies like Petaluma Farms abuse the use of the term “free range” as a […]

1992’s Sneakers is a very underrated movie.  It’s got intrigue, laughs, clever quips, cool hacks, utterly improbable uses of technology, and some great quotes… what’s not to love?  Here’s one of my favorite quotes (I couldn’t find the actual clip, but this one’s pretty good too): Cosmo: Posit: People think a bank might be financially […]

As I write this, the Dow is down to its lowest point in about 5 years.  International markets seem to be in freefall.  Unemployment is rising, rapidly.  People are getting evicted, and those who aren’t are finding their home values “underwater”.  The glaciers are all melting.  Commonly used plastic products are causing genetic mutations in […]

This morning at 8am the crew arrived and began the (estimated) 6-month long renovation project at our new house. Yesterday I had my cell phone with me so I did a batch of 12-second-long videos running through the place as it looks before any work is done. Enjoy the next ~2 minutes, 12-seconds at a […]

Just wanted to write a short post wishing Ryan Block the best as he begins a transition to his next great adventure. I’ve had the pleasure of pitching, demoing, writing, volunteering, traveling, dining, and gaming with Mr. Block over the years, and it’s all been a pleasure. So Ryan, good luck in your new endeavors, […]

I generally try to avoid the politics on the ol’ blogging, but I saw this clip and just felt compelled to repost… (via Bijan)

Thanks for finding this one Scott!