Archive for August, 2009

Nespresso Espresso Machine

I’m now the proud possessor of not one but two espresso machines.

The one on the right is made by Breville. It’s an automatic that I’ve had for several years. It uses ground coffee (I’ve never tried the pods) and makes great espresso.
On the left is an Nespresso machine that I received as a gift. It [...]

Virtual Voodoo Doll

I found this virtual voodoo doll via a link from Covertress.
If you’re pissed at someone let them know how you feel. Just use the candle, hook knife and pins on the doll and then email it to them.
She also has a great banned insurance company commercial featuring Bill Clinton. –If only it worked in real [...]

Extreme Sheep LED Art

From Video Telegraph.co.uk

The Park – Paris

It’s been a long time since I was in Paris, so I’m enjoying David Everitt-Carlson’s ongoing adventure.
In reading his latest blog, a couple of things came to mind.
The first is advice from Robert Heinlein on dealing with women: Always apologize, especially if you’re right.
The second is Crocs??? —The fashion police even dinged the man [...]

$5 Bottle of Water in Las Vegas

12oz relabeled generic bottled water from the Spearmint Rhino Gentleman’s Club.

Sedentary – Stationary – Stuck in a Rut

Once upon a time I kept a packed bag in my closet and was ready to drop everything and take off for parts unknown at a moments notice.
I went to Barrow, Ak -surprisingly dusty- just because a pilot I knew offered me a chance to chop firewood and cook for a client that wanted [...]

Slow Cow – The Anti-Red Bull

Do you find yourself continually moving while all your friends are fighting to stay awake?
Do you get too much done during your normal work day, causing co-workers to complain that you make them look bad?
Don’t waste another minute worrying about not fitting in. While your friends all enjoy a Red Bull in a futile [...]