Did I really see

Nov

14

2006

a christmas ad for Target during NBC’s Heroes last night?! It’s only mid-November for chrissake! Share this:
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Phone Guy

Nov

14

2006

I don’t really understand what this is, but I admit to being an airport eavesdropper and listening to other people’s conversations. That’s what makes this equally addictive and revolting. I hate other people’s lives. But I am strangely prurient about them. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oavktaBamzQ Share this:
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NY Times: When Maps Reflected Romance of the Road 1

Nov

13

2006

This weekend I bought some 19th Century first edition Audubon prints at a local estate sale. They were a steal, and even after many years remain gorgeous pieces of naturalist art, as well as valuable collectibles. (There was also a Charles Bree Bald Eagle, which I’m quite excited about.) The family running the estate sale ...
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More links: Send free text messages from your computer 1

Nov

9

2006

Check it: Why pay to send text messages when you can use services like these clowns offer.  Free text messages.  Yum. http://www.txtdrop.com/ Of course, if probably subjects your friends to text spam, but who cares- at least it doesn’t mess me up! Share this:
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digital content · technology

Got any friends in OZ?

Nov

9

2006

Well, here’s another link.  I don’t know what I’ve just sent to some stranger in Australia, but it might have been threatening or offensive. Regardless, I love the look and feel of this site. http://www.takenote.com.au/ Anyone know any similar services in the States?  It’s a whole new world since 9/11, so it’s probably not allowed. ...
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free spreadsheet software

Nov

9

2006

not that many of us are looking for a free alternative to Excel, but here’s a free, hosted alternative to the Evil Empire. http://www.editgrid.com/untitled Share this:
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rules of life

Nov

9

2006

1. Never give yourself a haircut after three margaritas.2. You need only two tools. WD-40 and duct tape. If it doesn’t move and it should, use WD-40. If it moves and shouldn’t, use the tape. 3. The five most essential words for a healthy, vital relationship “I apologize” and “You are right.” 4. Everyone seems ...
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Test image posting for Goats 1

Test image posting for Goats

Nov

7

2006

I was asked by the Glennis how to post an image as a thumbnail linked to a larger image. That should dramatically decrease the load time on his Gauthier Manor entry from a few weeks back. Create a new post throught the “Write Post” link. Below the post itself, Upload a file. That flips you ...
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technology · the guys

Goodbye Red 2

Goodbye Red

Oct

29

2006

Bob Cousy (I played in a league named after him!) Tom Heinsohn (always reminded me of Fred Flintstone) Larry Bird (met him at a dinner in the North End of Boston, the night before he coached his last game in Boston) Kevin McHale, Robert Parish, Bill Russell. Almost six decades spent building exceptional teams, discovering ...
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Scott Wade's Dirty Car Art Gallery

Scott Wade's Dirty Car Art Gallery

Sep

22

2006

One of the things I’ve learned while living in New York is that people will create beauty in the most disgusting places from the most revolting things.  I’ve seen lower east side trash piles decorated into garbarge gardens with park-like arrangements, and wind chimes made from roadway debris.  Calling those things beautiful would be stretching ...
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