Anticipation
...feels a lot like dread. I'm happy and excited, but also unsettled. In 7 days Deb and I will be camping here for 3 nights: Then 4 nights here: for:
30 Second Skip on Comcast DVR!
HOT DAMN! How did I live without it for so long? See:
That was fun, except for the part where...
...I got shot in the balls. A group of mostly coworkers played paintball last weekend at http://www.riversiderenegades.com It was a beautiful day for November... perfect for running around in the…
Prepaid Calling Plans
My mother is interested in joining the 21st century and getting a mobile phone. The problem is that her needs are minimal as is her budget... The cheapest monthly plans seem to be $30/mo and up…
The most dangerous part about motorcycles
Spectators. An anecdote: On Tuesday, a coworker, who has heard about my motorcycle exploits on a certain on-ramp, said "I'll be watching for you when you leave today." It was cold and raining,…
Firewood in Penn Hills
I do the research so you don't have to: Penn Hills Lawn and Garden: 412-241-0411 1/3 cord, $85 delivered Sandy Creek Supply 412-793-8303 Face Cord (4'x8'x16") $115 delivered Dean…
New network card doesn't suck
I finally replaced the execrable Intel 2100 3A wireless card that shipped with my Dell D800 for an Intel 2915ABG. It was only $30 from newegg, and took all of 5 minutes to install. I only wish I did…
Ah, that new blog smell...
I was pretty jet-lagged coming home from Japan. I had a few more entries ready, but didn't want to deal with Movable Type, or more generally with computers. I thought it would only be a few days…
One last hotel
I'm now at the Toyoko Inn, Shinagawa. I underestimated how long it would take to get here... It was a bit disappointing to blow most of the day on the train. But I'm here, showered, and…