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Monthly Archives: December 2009
I will never attempt to drive in a winter storm ever again
Saturday was the big winter storm of the season. Saturday was also the big year-end party among a set of our friends. This year, our friends hosting the big party live about 90 mins away up north. Knowing that we … Continue reading
The first snowstorm of the season to hit the Eastern seaboard
We’re expecting the first big snowstorm of the season this weekend. Looks pretty bad — 12 inches of snow. I can tell, because we’re in the purple portion of the map illustrating NJ below. Normally, I’d be more excited, but … Continue reading
A 70-min review of Star Wars 1: The Phantom Menace
Who here is a Star Wars fan? Great, millions of you. Who is also a fan of Episode 1: The Phantom Menace? Hello? Anyone there? I just hear crickets. Yeah, didn’t think so. The Phantom Menace came out in 1999, … Continue reading
WSJ: How Facebook Is Making Friending Obsolete
Uh, hello, fellow Facebook members. Do you remember how Facebook rolled out the new privacy changes earlier this month? Do you know why? Facebook has completed distribution deals with both Google and Microsoft to distribute your FB data (wall postings, etc.) Don’t … Continue reading
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Man brings iMac to Panera Bread to play WoW
I read this on Gizmodo today [link] earlier today, reposting picture here. This man brought his iMac to Panera Bread. And he’s playing World of Warcraft no less. And he’s older. That’s just odd.
Hey Verizon, let’s kick it up a notch
When we initially signed up for Verizon’s FiOS service, there were a number of features that had us interested. The additional channels (including HD), the higher bandwidth, and the ability to save an extra $50 a month for two years. Of … Continue reading
My reflections on the year that was 2009
Another year, and another look back on the year that was. Man, I’ve done one of these every year since 2002. It’s certainly a tradition that I enjoy. Unfortunately, as I look back at each set of goals and hopes … Continue reading
The first Iron Man 2 movie trailer is out
The first Iron Man 2 movie trailer is out. Hey, Whiplash don’t look half bad. For a brief second, you get to see War Machine at the end. Cool. http://www.apple.com/trailers/paramount/ironman/
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs is funny
Below is the first six minutes of 2009’s Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. I haven’t seen this movie yet, but if the intro is any indication, this looks to be a damn funny movie. Nice cast listing too. Man … Continue reading
UNC Coach Roy Williams has fan escorted out during game
Well, this is interesting. Last Saturday, UNC Coach Roy Williams had a fan escorted out of the arena for cheering for the competition during a game against Presbyterian College. I’m not a fan of hecklers, nor could I hear what … Continue reading