Friday, November 26, 2004
Almost 3 months
That's how long my willpower lasted before I gave in to temptation.
I was swayed by the relentless one-two punch** of Morgan and Marty. Although, really, I didn't need much swaying. Just look at it! Anyone who doesn't get one is a moron!
But I had no choice. Much as I love my little G3 iBook, it has trouble running iPhoto and iTunes at the same time. Throw in a browser, and things really start dragging. I was being inconvenienced, and that just can't be.
** It should be noted that both punch like little girls.
Posted by Brian at 10:40 PM
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Thursday, November 25, 2004
Thanksgiving
It's Thanksgiving, and I didn't want the cats to feel left out. So Robin got an extra plate of food, and Mr. Slam got his favorite human food: lettuce. He is an odd creature.
And once he had wolfed down his bounty of greens, he immediately pushed Robin away from her food and dug in. He's also a bit of a jerkass.
- Posted by Brian at 11:27 AM
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Monday, November 22, 2004
That's not a truck, it's a space station
Move over H2 owners, there's a new king of overcompensation!
RTFA: "Calling the International CXT, or Commercial Extreme Truck, a large pickup is a bit like describing the Grand Canyon as a rather large river valley."
I'm sure it's only a matter of time before one of these behemoths pulls out in front of me about every half mile on Highway 278. Because if it's pointless, wasteful and costs a whole lotta cash, Hilton Head's on the cutting edge.
- Posted by Brian at 7:27 PM
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- Category: Funny
Wednesday, November 17, 2004
Koalas: Now Them's Good Eatin'
In the four years I've been working for a newspaper, I've received some goofy and bizarre e-mails. I have a thick folder marked "Crackpots" in my desk that I pull out whenever I need a good chuckle. Until today, my favorite was probably the guy who demanded I send him Andy Rooney's personal e-mail address. Andy and I are pretty tight, and I'm sure not about to jeopardize the magic of our relationship by telling the world his e-mail is cbsgrump@yahoo.com.
But I digress...
Today I received my new favorite. Someone wrote in to ask how much it would cost her to purchase two pet koalas (one male, one female) from us. This missive was, of course, immediately passed around to most of the office. Which led to a discussion as to whether or not koalas are legal to own as pets. A quick Google search produced this site, which resulted in me laughing my ass off.
I particularly like this Customer Testimonial: "My son has a lot of behavioral problems and his doctor recommended getting him a pet, but his puppies kept dying and we couldn't afford to keep going back to the pet store at $40 a pop. Thanks to Pets or Food, we can keep getting our son puppies as fast as he goes through them!" Signed: Loving parent, Deerpoint Florida.
I never did find out if it's legal to own a pet koala.
- Posted by Brian at 10:05 PM
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Sunday, November 7, 2004
Don't be readin' m'mind between 8 and 9 ... that's Willie's time
Sunday is the most important day of the week for me, but not for the same reasons it's important to the rest of this country.
Nor does it have anything to do with the Bears' stunning upset of the hated New York Giants today (although that was pretty sweet).
No, the reason Sunday has been circled in red on my calendar for the past 16 years is, of course, The Simpsons. As some people know, I'm not to be bothered with conversation, phone calls or fire alarms during new episodes. Until recently, The Simpsons was the only show that reached that lofty status. Now there's a second: Arrested Development. It's on at 8:30 (Eastern) on Sunday, right after Homer and Co. Please watch... it gets (and deserves) awesome reviews. But for some reason, it gets low ratings. And we all know what grim fate awaits most of those shows, especially with Fox. But if you're stupid, don't watch because there's no laff track to let you know when it's funny.
This is why I didn't answer the phone when you called tonight, Vicki. Sorry.
- Posted by Brian at 11:11 PM
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Wednesday, November 3, 2004
Twirling twirling twiring toward freedom
"In an American election, there are no losers, because whether or not our candidates are successful, the next morning we all wake up as Americans."
- John Kerry, in his concession speech.
I'm proud to say I voted for John Kerry in 2004. But unlike in 2000 when I voted for Al Gore, this time I am in the minority.
The majority of America apparently welcomes another four years of restrictions on our freedoms, soaring deficits, a culture of fear, corporation corruption, arrogant isolationism, and a "stay the course even if it's obviously failing" mentality. All that plus a possible Chief Justice Scalia. No parting gifts for us this time; we're getting the Grand Old Prize.
Those of you who are disappointed about the outcome and are already talking about moving to Canada, I know you're joking. But in the off chance that you're serious, please don't. This country needs all of you here so it doesn't slide into a one-party theocracy.
George W. Bush may have won this election, but his margin of victory was razor thin. As long as the minority continues to speak its mind, we will be heard. And I believe the minority will shout even louder now.
Now watch this drive!
- Posted by Brian at 7:22 PM
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Long night
It looks like this presidential election will not be decided tonight, and the country have to wait for everything to shake out in Ohio (and maybe several other states) for a final winner to emerge. I'm encouraged that the Kerry/Edwards camp is not willing to throw in the towel. They know this is way too important to let go.
Even if Bush wins re-election, he will not be my president, and he never will be. Bush and the people in his administration do not represent my values and what I believe in. I think a lot of other people in this country share this opinion.
If he wins, Bush is going to come on TV and preach to us that he will unite this country. It's not gonna happen. He promised us this in 2000. He had the last four years to make good on his word. He failed. After the horrors of September 11, Bush had an opportunity to unite this country and to be a good president, possibly even one of the best in American history. He failed. Miserably.
This is a divided country. Bush has proven that he will not change and he will not unite us. It's time for a change. On to the recounts...
- Posted by Brian at 2:46 AM
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