This is a “I don’t want to lose track of my comment” (lunchtime) post. There was an open thread over at Mad Genius Club, so I asked about killing main characters, having recently read a one-star review from a reader furious that it had been done.
Author Archives: Mark
Strategic Thinking
I stumbled across a great article on strategic thinking: Reflection on Failure, by Major Matthew Tweedy, USMC. So far, I’ve only made as far as him showing himself to not be a strategic thinker with this antique thought: “The goal of education is the right ordering of human life.” While wonderfully 19th century and EnlightenedContinue reading “Strategic Thinking”
Righteousness
A great post from ammo.com about Righteousness and Force in America. Read the whole thing, as they say.
Happy Pumpkin Carving!
Last night was the 26th Annual Pumpkin Carving party – in abbreviated form. We’re not really ready for a party, so it was a quiet night with just The Laird and I. I had a beer and we carved pumpkins. That counts! I’m not restarting the numbering. The inaugural was only three people. Kent, ifContinue reading “Happy Pumpkin Carving!”
American Pie
I stumbled on a great remake/cover: From a commentor on the original at Neo. As long as I’m making a music post, there are some covers that are the definitive best. Pentatonix Hallelujah is one of those.
Alpha Unit – Breezeway
“Unit A” became “Unit Alpha” has become “Alpha Unit”. I’m working on a unit patch, but I suck at digital art, so it’s taking a while. Meanwhile, the breezeway is the next remodeling target. It’s an odd space. It’s the entrance to the house with the screen door a mere 12 feet from the actualContinue reading “Alpha Unit – Breezeway”
Splicing LED Strips
I ordered yet another set of these. This time Bluetooth LED Lights Strips 32.8ft with APP Control, Music Sync Waterproof Flexible RGB Color Changing LED Strips Lights for Bedroom Room,LED Neon Tap. I knew I didn’t want Bluetooth, but that is much cheaper than WiFi and I really wanted the “waterproof” strips to splice intoContinue reading “Splicing LED Strips”
Dan Vasc
Wow. He’s got his own site, but I found him YouTube. I never thought anyone could do a more impressive Sounds of Silence than Disturbed. I was wrong.
Dinosaur Park
It’s an interesting WPA project on a hill in the middle of town. You cannot go through this hill; you must go around. This leads to a number of strange routes from “here” to “there”. The view from the top is panoramic: The view looking the other way is much the same, the hill beingContinue reading “Dinosaur Park”
Small Town Diversity
Our Fleet Farm has Gagh! How cool is that? The bag is $11.99.
Marked Up 