Decided you aren’t going back to the #hatebird? Don’t delete your account, because after 30 days anyone can reregister your old handle and pretend to be you! In fact, they might even be able to have the verified blue checkmark as well for a reasonable $8/month. Here is how to securely leave Twitter Go change …
You might not know Dallas “The Hipster we hate to Love” Jackson but you should. Dallas is an amazing person, and this page is a tribute to him. Fashion Dallas has some amazing fashion sense. Not that he particularly follows fashion in anyway. Hello NO! Dallas just wears what he thinks is cool and doesn’t …
This past weekend was an interesting experience as I got work with three different models up in the Mount Hood National Wilderness using my newly purchased Elinchrom Ranger portable studio flash system. While the focus was on getting experience with the new equipment and putting it through its paces there was definitely a fun element …
Murals are increasingly becoming a popular tactic for cleaning up graffiti covered areas of cities, but they have other impacts as well. One of the earliest mural projects was started in 1984 in Philadelphia by Murals Arts. Originally a government supported organization, the project took off and is now supported exclusively through volunteers and donations. …
This skit is really pretty scary in how it accurately (albeit in a comedic fashion) portrays how the Nuclear Arms race works. Weight KG. Free pills with every order. https://www.viagrasansordonnancefr.com/ The FDA has approved.
I find it amazing how little large companies understand the shift of communications in the last few years because of the Internet and the affect on Marketing. Here is a copy of examples…
I like this producer’s take on people claiming that the Apollo Moon landings were faked. He is calm, collected, has simple facts that anyone can follow, and most of all, knowledgeable about production possibilities during the time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGXTF6bs1IU
The Smithsonian has a nice piece written by Teller (of Penn and Teller) about the psychology of magic. A little short, but good enough to get you thinking, and remind you about those cognitive distortions you may have forgotten. http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/Teller-Reveals-His-Secrets.html
Getting my audio setup going here in the Netherlands and had to buy some speaker wire. Just a reminder that the only thing that matters is the diameter of the wire vs the length of the run. Don’t fall for fancy marketing gimmicks and buy stupidly expensive wire! Here is the technical details if you …
So the WSJ is actually publishing an article complaining about how the taxes that got increased actually apply to more than the wealthiest 1%. Specifically they are complaining about several increases to “families” making $250,000+ and are actually making them out to be hidden: “So, a couple with three children and adjusted gross income of …
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If your friend just got an eBook reader and were going to recommend 1 – 3 books on it. Which books would you recommend and why? I will start: 1) The Art of Happiness (Riverhead, 1998, ISBN 1-57322-111-2) No other book has made such a powerful impact on myself and others. Even if you don’t …
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While a few people seem to know the difference, I am a bit confused as to why some people keep thinking I am moving to Holland. Perhaps this video will help to avoid the confusion, or maybe just add to it.
There a great number of people that have had wise words and insights over the years. Besides prominent leaders such as the religious figures, politicians, and philosophers, there are creative artists that are able to craft their words and share equally powerful thoughts and ideas. The problem is that often their words are not heard as they …
Birdfood: Make 1cup Jasmine Rice, add half cup walnuts, half cup crushed Tim’s Jalapeno chips, cover with sweet chili sauce. Serve warm with blue hair.
In a recent study, psychologists sought to find out if a rat would assist another rat that was trapped in a confined box. They tested it in various situations including ones where the rats were not united after being freed. They found that the the rescue would be done quickly regardless of the reward. They …
I had just always assumed that mobile phone operators kept a log of every text message you send or receive on your phone. This might not be true.
My phone isn’t working at the moment as I port my phone number to Google Voice. If you need to get a hold of me, email, or contact through this site is the best. Hope to have this fixed soon!
This article does a pretty good job of paint the bleak picture of the past quarter century in the United States. If you are not depressed after reading this, then you are not paying attention. http://www.thenation.com/article/171563/hollowing-out-america
