In general, I don’t think I’m all about dropping three bucks for a piece of tiny fruit, but I might be convinced to change my mind for this particular one.
Monthly Archives: February 2012
Cutting the cord: how the world’s engineers built Wi-Fi
I have had this link on the history of wi-fi sitting open for awhile. I finally got around to reading – and sharing – it. Good stuff. Enjoy.
Most Red States Take More Money From Washington Than They Put In | Mother Jones
Great graphs. Check ’em out. I mean, you already know that conservative states are freeloaders, it is just nice to see the facts show the truth of it.
Yes, those folks who hate welfare when it is poor kids, single mothers, and loathe anyone unemployed and collecting on monies they helped put into the system are the biggest recipients of government aid, taking in FAR more than they are taxed.
Taxed enough already? I don’t think so. The facts, as usual, prove the Baggers to be liars.
Where Are They Now?: 7 Protest Songs With Legs : The Record : NPR
I have always been a bit torn about protest songs. First, most of them are before my time and those who still use the same old songs – not to mention drum circles – seem to be as out of touch as those backward-thinking cretins they are protesting against. Second, other than making you feel good, it often does nothing to advance the cause. Hell, it probably turns off more people than anything.
That said, here are a few songs that have – in the main – stood the test of time.
They may still be of little value, but a lot of good music here at least.
Safety from Children: Baseball Bat Warning
An important message from How to be a Dad.
Babyccinos, Espresso For Kids, A Popular Choice For Brooklyn Parents
Finally – FINALLY! – the concept of babyccinos has come to America.
We learned about these in Australia and it has been like pulling teeth just to get some foamy, steamed milk for Gabriel. Hopefully this catches on in more and more places.
The Definitive Guide To Derogatory Auto Acronyms
An interesting list of automaker acronyms, and not the ones the manufacturers came up with.
Apparently the English are equally long-winded and brutal about their makes.
Essential Manual Hand Tools: Carry a Pocket Knife | The Art of Manliness
From the Things That Are important Department, who men should carry a pocket knife.
Frankly, everyone should once they are old enough to handle one responsibly.
How the revolution became digitized – CBS News
Our digital tools are finally being put to good use.