The Internet is rising up in protest on February 11th

Saturday, December 31, 2011

News of the day 011

Watching Archer was definitely something that I needed to do today, and I will attempt to add other items to that list, as I appear to be having a lucid moment:
  1. Have my prescriptions refilled at WalMart.

  2. Buy longer laces for my shoes.

  3. Evaluate adding something more to the present for tonight.
How to Throw a Legit White Elephant Party
“Hey [Y’all], According to Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary, ‘a white elephant is an object no longer of value to its owner but of value to others. Or something of little or no value.’”
At the Roving Imp, John does the preceding well, and by the rules.
I tend to bring things that have at least some intrinsic value to me.

Source: The Sixth Day of Christmas by *Karzahnii on deviantART
Some of my family will likely be in attendance at the event, and I now remember that I may have previously agreed to some computer-related task for my mother for today.

Friday, December 30, 2011

Oh My Gosh 004

Clearly, the Conference for Motorists of Defective Mentality is in town...

Proof Positive: Nearly 1 In 5 Drivers Unfit For the Road
“If you’re like me, you take great delight in complaining about other drivers. There’s a guilty pleasure waiting for those of us who snipe, snarl, and generally criticize and complain about the driving habits of others. Now, we may have empirical proof that our superior driving skills...”

Twitter / Michele Catalano: “If you ask me to watch a duet of Zooey Deschanel and Joseph Gordon-Levitt I’ll just assume you hate me.

What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve?
by Zooey Deschanel and Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Twitter / David Rushing: “@chris_m_hurt But if I’m asked to watch Zooey Deschanel do a solo, I’ll feel loved.” At the Roving Imp, John Robison does the following well, and by the rules.

How to Throw a Legit White Elephant Party
“Hey [Y’all], According to Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary, ‘a white elephant is an object no longer of value to its owner but of value to others. Or something of little or no value.’”

The Hub is also showing a marathon on New Year’s Day:

The Hub’s Cobra-Palooza Megatron-A-Thon New Year’s Day
“Get ready to ring in 2012 with G.I. Joe Real American Heroes and Transformers Generation 1 marathon on New Year’s Day! Tune-in Sunday Jan 1 at 10am ET / 7am PT”

My Little Brony is not my only source; I also find fan art at this site:

Cutie Mark Crusaders
“Just another My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic blog. This is not an Ask Blog. If you are looking for Cutie Mark Crusaders asks please check the master list. ponies”
An ask blog is where people submit questions to someone who plays a character and usually responses in the form of a comic, and an author may also have a related page on Facebook, e.g., Berry Punch also has Ask Berry Punch. Of course, the fandom is not officially sanctioned by My Little Pony.

Bronies in a nutshell
“That’s beautiful, Katie.”

The community of bronies for the most part seek to inspire goodness and the values of the show in others; A Word From Rainbow Dash, by ~grampagort on deviantART, is an example.

Thursday, December 29, 2011

Postscript to Experiment 021

The SuperTarget in City of Shawnee, Kansas has some great deals, ... and women. Seeing two examples of the current Dodge Challenger today is not enough!
Chevy Culture | TO GREEN HELL and back
“The 2012 Camaro ZL1 was recently let loose on the Nürburgring racing circuit and recorded a lap of 7:41.27, nearly a 40 second leap ahead of the Camaro SS lap time in 2009.”


Source: Merry Moe Christmas from J-List, and Miki from IdolMaster. - J-List Tumblr

Synthetic Singer Touring the World [Video]
“When the synthesizer came onto the music scene it made a lasting impact. Will synthetic singers and performers have the same effect? The world’s only ...”
OK OK OK, Tuesday, I met a friend the 75th Street Brewery where she noticed an offer: a free $5 gift card with the purchase of a $25 gift card. That was the offer that I could not refuse, and was not mentioned in my post yesterday, when I met another friend for lunch at the Panera Bread in the shops at the Town Center Plaza in Leawood.


Source: Nyx (Friendship is Magic) via The Eighth Day of Christmas by *Karzahnii on deviantART

The Horserace for December 29, 2011 | RedState
“Nobody knows the winner of Iowa but Jesus. That’s the dirty little secret. Matt Lewis hits the nail on the head on this. Nobody knows. Why? Well, the...”

I am not sure if we have quite found one with what
the New Kids on the Block would call, “The Right Stuff.”

The experiment of having over a friend to play some board games with my family was successful yesterday evening.

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

An offer that I cannot refuse 012

When I took a Chevy Cruze for a test drive a year ago, I received a gift card to Target. After an hour of searching, I found the card this morning.


Source: Nyx (Friendship is Magic) via The Ninth Day of Christmas by *Karzahnii on deviantART

You know, I maybe do not know how to play CLUE, but my dear sister, Kimberly, one should not play the weapon to which I have already shown you the card, because I showed you the card again, but then you said that I previously done that, and then you let our father show you another card, and that there is low-down, dog-dirty cheating!

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Need to read again 022

While watching Adult Swim tonight, I learned that an entire episode of Aqua Teen Hunger Force exists where the cast is invisible, so the shots consist mainly of the backgrounds, and Carl Brutananadilewski is shrunk.


Source: Nyx (Friendship is Magic) via The Tenth Day of Christmas by *Karzahnii on deviantART

The above-pictured character is known as DJ PON-3 and has many role-players, among whom are Vinyl Scratch (Friendship is Magic) and DJ Pon-3 (Vinyl Scratch). Well, that is merely the opinion of one pony; here are some crossovers between My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic and an anime series or two:

My Little Scootaruto - Friendship Dreamers [PMV]
“Scootaloo is the best ninja pony, Believe it! Naruto © Masashi Kishimoto MLP:FiM © Hasbro”

internet memes - LET IT SO
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Peach (Bleach OP 1, 20% cooler)
“Ponification of Bleach OP 1 (the old version) Thanks for 100k views everypony! Now on Nico Nico Douga!”

Thank you for your time.

Monday, December 26, 2011

Keeping up the habit 006

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At the Kansas City dealer Superior Chevrolet, a red Corvette can be found beside a white Chevrolet Volt and behind a blue Chevy Cruze in the festive and patriotic lobby.


Source: The Eleventh Day of Christmas by *Karzahnii on deviantART

After the fluid service, for which my sister Pamela provided the money as a Christmas gift, for my car was done, I bought some Hot Pockets at Sam’s Club.


Source: Nyx (Friendship is Magic) for Fleur De Lis (Friendship is Magic) via Fleur De Lis by *SonicRainboom93 on deviantART



Source: Fluttershy

To be honest, I have not watched episodes of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, because I was either asleep or at the dealership when they aired today.

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This is senseless.
Lugar: Tea Party In 2010 ‘Killed Off’ Chance For Republican Senate
“Sen. Richard Lugar (R-IN) appeared Sunday on CNN’s State of the Union, with an important message for Republicans on Christmas: Don’t let the Tea Partiers — like the one challenging Lugar in his primary — cost the GOP in 2012.”

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BREAKING: House Republicans Cave, Agree To Two-Month Payroll Tax Cut Extension
“A top Senate Dem aide outlines a path to surrender for House Speaker John Boehner — one GOP aides say leaders are considering.”
This is senseless.
Romney on ObamaCare in 2010: ‘Repeal the Bad, and Keep the Good’
“Mitt Romney now says he favors full repeal of ObamaCare, but in 2010 he was calling for retaining those portions of the law that are also found in the Massachusetts healthcare law. By Michael Tennant”
This is senseless.
4-Year-Old Girl Was MAULED By Her Pet Dog – Girl Needed 20 Stitches And Specialized Eye Treatment
“Jorja Caze-Ramscar was dragged off a chair by the crazed Alaskan malamute called Luna, and the husky-type beast locked its jaws around the little girl’s head and chewed her face.”
This is senseless, and I despise dogs.

Sunday, December 25, 2011

Christmas, 2011

My friend Matt says, “You are a mass of Chris and I hope that you are merry.”

I configured the Nintendo Wii for WiFi, and my family is using the Netflix Channel to look at something which causes me to react as I would to this image:


Source: Dark Horse Comics

NO GOD! PLEASE NO! NOOOOOOOOOO!

Before Doctor Who on BBC America this evening, I was watching Cartoon Network.


Source: The Amazing World of Gumball

For Christmas, my father bought me some spicy chipotle mayonnaise.
HoneyBaked Ham | Official Site | Handcrafted since 1957
“HoneyBaked ham - the finest quality bone-in ham, marinated, smoked and spiral sliced perfectly. Available online or in a store near you.”
My sister Kimberly bought me a volume of InuYasha and charm for my mobile phone.


The Twelfth Day of Christmas by *Karzahnii on deviantART

Though said many times, many ways, Merry Christmas to you.

Saturday, December 24, 2011

News of the day 010

NORAD Santa
Follow Santa as he makes his magical journey!


Source: Toy Story

My family has left to look at Christmas lights, and I now have the forty-six-inch LCD TV to myself and I am also configuring the Wii for WiFi. Later we watched Toy Story 3.

Friday, December 23, 2011

Doctor Whoof / Whooves

Doctor Whoof / Doctor Whooves | Know Your Meme
“Doctor Whoof, also referred to as ‘Doctor Whooves’ and ‘My Little Time Lord’, is a background earth colt character from My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic.

my little pony, friendship is magic, brony - Doctor Whooves Incarnations
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Doctor Who Timeline Infographic
Via: CableTV.com

Oh My Gosh 003

Financially, I cannot be at BroNYcon anymore than I could go to BotCon.

The Transformers Collectors’ Convention - BotCon 2012!
The Official Hasbro sponsored Transformers Collectors’ Convention: BotCon celebrating all eras of Transformers Toys!


Source: Ashleigh Ball at BroNYCon Jan 2012 by *johnjoseco on deviantART

Oh My Gosh, I learned that my friend Hannah is on deviantART.


Source: Lieutenant Commander Data by ~whammytap on deviantART

Data (Star Trek) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
“Lieutenant Commander Data is a character in the fictional Star Trek universe portrayed by actor Brent Spiner. He appears in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation and the feature films Star Trek Generations, Star Trek: First Contact, Star Trek: Insurrection, and…”
Another good friend continually proves that Fluttershy is the best pony with a related ask blog. ASK FLUTTERSHY, which often shares art from Adventure Time.
eBay My World - fluttershyisbestpony
“eBay My World for fluttershyisbestpony. Read fluttershyisbestpony’s Reviews & Guides, blog, and eBay profile.”


Source: Someone Needs a Heal? by *johnjoseco on deviantART

Thank you for your time.

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Botch-fest 024


For safety’s sake: Take care to avoid slips, trips and falls
“‘Tis the season for slips, trips and falls. Mornings when the temperature hovers around freezing can make walking on parking lots and sidewalks particularly tricky.

Take your time, take smaller and calculated steps, wear appropriate footwear and be aware that slippery conditions may be present even if you don’t see them.

Please promptly report icy/slippery areas to campus services.”
Kitto I must write a disclaimer about the strong language that will appear later in this post, like your girlfriend.
Even president One Big Ass Mistake America has blamed the majority in the Senate, the Democratic Party.
[National Republican Congressional Committee] Blog - House Dems’ Deep Commitment to Small Business Job Destruction
“Washington Democrats Choose to Leave Struggling Middle Class Families Waiting for Much-Needed Tax Relief in Order to Keep a Political Issue”
rainbow ...., tu pink ayaya .....
About which someone was going to have something to say, the following is from the liberal-as-fuck Talking Points Memo:
Karl Rove Concedes House GOP Blew It On Payroll Tax (VIDEO)
“‘Even George W. Bush’s top strategist Karl Rove thinks House Republicans blew it on the payroll tax cut. His advice: having lost the politics, Republicans should wait until [...] President Obama flies off to Hawaii on vacation, bash him and congressional Democrats for abdicating their duties...”
Twitter / Dan Pfeiffer: “The shenanigans of the last 48 hrs from the House GOP leadership are why 43% of Americans think this is the worst Congress in history ...”
Boehner’s office cuts off C-SPAN cameras as GOP takes verbal beating | The Raw Story
“As Rep. Stenny Hoyer (D-MD) attempted to call for a vote to extend a payroll tax cut to middle class and working Americans, his Republican colleagues adjourned the House and walked out of the chamber. And if that weren’t odd enough, it got even stranger: As Hoyer railed against them for failing to ...”
Twitter / Mark Ford: “@pfeiffer44 [I’m] one of the 57% who knows that Obama is the worst president in the history of our republic. His approval rating is at 38% ...”
Boehner: It’s time for Obama to get involved on tax deal
“House Speaker: Republicans await Senate Democrats and are ready to ‘do the right thing’ for the economy.”
Twitter / BrainwasherDetective: “@chris_m_hurt So he is worse than Warren G. Harding, James Buchanan, or Ulysses S. Grant?”
Newt Gingrich’s Letter to Virginia, Regarding the Existence of Santa Claus and Claims That He Said ...
“Dear Virginia: I’m not going to talk about what I have previously said on the topic of Santa Claus. The record is perfectly clear: Yes, Virginia...”
Twitter / Imei: “Watch out for holiday douchebags. They seem to thrive during this season.”
my little pony, friendship is magic, brony - In Summary...
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I have updated my entertainingly shallow and pedantic blog.

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Need to read again 021

Many interesting posts can be found on the landing page at WordPress:
On Eternal Sunshine, Erasing Memories, and Facebook Timeline
“(Intended Title: Fleeting Love in the Time of Ambiguous Cinema, Part III) Audio for part I of this post. The first time I watched Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, years ago, I didn’t ...”
Why I will (probably) never run a yellow light again (and other insights into a first-time experience)
“Car accidents suck. We know this as fact because they’re a part of everyday life, whether we want to acknowledge it or not. We’re intrigued by them because we’re nosy, we want to know what happened...”
Twitter / Brett Hildabrand: “OpEd from member of #KPERS Study Commission. #kselg [...]”
KPERS commission a failure / LJWorld.com
“By Richard Stumpf”
Twitter / Rachel Thompson: “Struggling w/ your chick’s #xmas gifts? #imaginethat THE MAN SHOP: [...] Plz RT” ...inspired by My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, some artwork has been created for Advent.
Advent, Christmas, Hanukkah, Welcome Yule! Interfaith Families Doing the Most
“This time of year, interfaith families make our annual appearance in the media. The world wants to know: How do we do it all? Are we confused? Are we superficial? Are we exhausted? For readers of ...”
Twitter / Matthew Inman: “Scraped the white fur off my Thanksgiving leftovers this morning and had a little nibble. STILL GOOD!

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Rarity

raitiy, gato asasasasasasas
Because I need to update Adobe Flash, none of the videos, on which I clicked in my dreams, would play, but my first ever dream about My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic featured Rarity, of whom I recently brought an example at Toys ‘Я Us.
my little pony, friendship is magic, brony - Better Left to the Imagination
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Source: Rarity by *Slugbox on deviantART
Unlike my repaired car, my finances are a wreck right now, and that‘s my starting issue:
Retail therapy: Can we shop ourselves out of a bad mood? [infographic] - Holy Kaw!
my little pony, friendship is magic, brony - Philoso-Rarity: Generosity...
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For many years I have striven to live uncomplicated, I may actually be quite dull as a result:
Enhance your netbook with apps that play, organize and entertain--and enhance your life.
my little pony, friendship is magic, brony - Second Place?!
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Of course, neither of these change the fact that I am fat as well as broke.
Draw Us Fat Unicorns! | The Uniblog
“Welcome to the Fat Unicorn Party! This is where all the of the fabulous fleshy and majestic fat unicorns drawn for us by fans live. If you have any art skills (or even if you don’t) you should draw us a buxom one horned beast today. Or, if you are feeling extra productive, we love fan art of The …”
I enjoy the community of bronies.
my little pony, friendship is magic, brony - I REALLY Like Her Mane!
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I really should start to sketch again, but I need a reference for scale.
my little pony, friendship is magic, brony - Ponies Height IRL
See more at My Little Brony
Oh, well, at least I have not yet been political in this post.
my little pony, friendship is magic, brony - Occupy Canterlot
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This has been a public service.

Monday, December 19, 2011

Humor vampirism 005

The fall to spring intersession can feel strange, like a turquoise Lincoln MKT in the rain.
Do Not Disturb The Students - G4tv.com
“Being a student is hard enough, what with all the drinking and partying that goes on. That’s why it’s imperative that these creatures can rest wherever they are, even if it means the library. So...”
Twitter / Aflac Duck: “King of the world! Titanic debuted 14 years ago and I’m not ashamed to say I cried at the end. I’ll never let go!!”
Those We Lost In 2011
“North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong-il, Col. Muammar Qaddafi, Family Circus creator Bil Keane, al-Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden.”
Twitter / MAURICE LAMARCHE: “News reports are saying Kim Jong Il’s last words were,‘You are USERESS, Arec Barrwin!’ (They were playing Words With Friends when he died.)” ...Since last May, when I discovered the wonder of WordPress, many souls have been directed to my networked blogs via their searches. Brony Montana recently found my post about free fries and praised my use of an image of Pinkie Pie.
my little pony, friendship is magic, brony - I'm Sorry If You Have a HHNNNNG Attack
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That which I was trying to visually accomplish, was to use a cute image of Pinkie to show that one would likely find those fries to be tasty.

internet memes - But What Kind?
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When who should appear? St. Nick over Georgetown
“Yes, the aim of the jolly good elf is to make you smile. At least that’s what the inflatable’s owner, businessman and philanthropist Jeff Davies wants.”

I’m the world champ, you know. I bet you can’t beat me!

Crony Capitalism in the GOP Presidential Race
While GOP voters shift their political inclinations from one candidate to another, one issue many voters overlook is the influence of crony capitalism. By Brian Koenig

Update status via Phone Microwave (name subject to change)
with device number 105017
...

5 Things You Need to Know About Drone Journalism
“Journalists are able to use remote-controlled drones to get aerial footage -- but there are important aspects to know about using drones.”

I love Alive 102 to an unhealthy level.

North Korea’s Kim Jong Il Dies

North Korea’s Kim Jong Il Dies
“Kim Jong Il, the second-generation North Korean dictator who defied global condemnation to build nuclear weapons [e.g., Pikachu] while his people starved, has died, state media reported. A government statement called on North Koreans to ‘loyally follow’ his son, Kim Jong Un.”

Really strange Japanese art of Kim Jong-il
Source: In honor of the death of Kim Jong-il, here is…really strange Japanese art. - J-List Tumblr

Twitter / George Wass: “So it begins ... #homefront #kimjongil

Homefront - E3 2010: Future History Trailer (German subtitles) | HD
“The E3 2010 trailer for Homefront, explaining how Korea came to reunite then invade the USA in the video game’s alternate future. PRE-ORDER on Amazon: Coming...”

I have updated my entertainingly shallow and pedantic blog.

Sunday, December 18, 2011

SO MUCH WIN

The Hub’s Naughty or Nice Winners
“Here are your winners for The Hub’s Naughty or Nice Marathon! Congrats to Pinkie Pie and Discord.”

my little pony, friendship is magic, brony - The Hub Takeover
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Preceding meant two more hours of My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic than usually air on Sunday.
Congress overturns incandescent light bulb ban
“Congressional negotiators struck a deal Thursday that overturns the new rules that were to have banned sales of traditional incandescent light bulbs beginning next year.”

Superior Chevrolet, a Kansas City Dealer, finished my car; the 2011 Dodge Chrager was returned.
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572 - Chevrolet Big-Block engine - Wikipedia
“Chevrolet began offering a 572-cubic-inch (9.4 L) ‘crate motor’ in 2003. This was a 620 hp (462 kW) / 650 lb·ft (881 N·m) version capable of running on 92 octane street gasoline.”
On NetworkedBlogs, I have just written post number 572!

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This is senseless.
Colbert Report: Jesus Is a Liberal Democrat
“If anything happens to God, we could end up with a socialist deity redistributing loaves and fishes.”
This is senseless.
Bill Maher: Democrats Have Moved To The Right and The Right Has Moved To The Mental Hospital
“Bill Maher educating people on why there is no real choice in America. The democrats are a far right party, and the republicans are bat shit insane.”
This is senseless.
Video: Why the U.S. Should Be Concerned About the Domestic Effects of the U.N. Arms Trade Treaty
“Cam Edwards talks to Theodore Bromund from The Heritage Foundation - NRA News - December 15, 2011”

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The Rise of the New Confederacy: How America-Hating Right-Wingers Took Over the GOP |
“The rhetoric of Michele Bachmann, Sarah Palin and Rick Perry about the ‘real America’ is not imagined: They and those who oppose them live in different Americas.”

This is senseless.

Friday, December 16, 2011

Celebratory note 025

To Wetzel’s Pretzels at the Great Mall of the Great Plains I did go.
I had time, I did not care.
Also, to Toys ‘Я Us, was My Little Pony there?
Exclusive Clip: Tells Origin Story in Holiday Episode

Source: The Hub

Christmas Mash-up from Apple Bloom & Sweetie Belle
“Michelle Creber has a special Christmas message for the fans of My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic.”

To win the chalice, listen to me.
One in all, all in one, that’s the key

1-800-MY-CHALICE | Stella Artois
“The best way to enjoy Stella Artois is from a perfectly poured Chalice, not a glass. Call now to get a free Chalice of your own.”

“BK® has all new fries. They’re hot. They’re perfectly salted. And for one day only, they’re free. Get to a BURGER KING® December 16th to experience them. You don’t want to be the one who wasn’t there. No purchase necessary. One free value size French Fry per person, per visit. At participating restaurants...”
Regular Show on the Cartoon Network had convinced me to want wing sauce, and I was going to go to the Speedway Bar and Grill in Bonner Springs, Kansas, until I read the comments on The Pitch Kansas City.
Introducing Timeline
“Timeline is the new Facebook profile. Tell your life story through photos, friendships and personal milestones like graduating or traveling to new places.”

The change will be pushed to all users on Tuesday, December 20.

Facebook Timeline’s here: Users have 7 days to edit profiles
“Members can either wait for a notification to pop up on their screen or go to Facebook.com/about/Timeline to get Timeline.”

Actually, I find that these are all one would ever need:

Neocomimi: The fluffy cat ears that wiggle along with your every emotion
“Electronics firm Neurowear has created a set of ears that apparently respond to the wearer’s emotions via a sensor on the forehead.”
Superior Chevrolet, a Kansas City Dealer, should have my car ready today, which means that I will have to return the 2011 Dodge Chrager.
Video: What Not to Do with Your Rented Camaro in Death Valley
“Most rental car companies require you to be at least 25 before they’ll give you a car. Race driver Junior Strous is 25. Coincidence? Perhaps, but once you see what he does with this rented Camaro, you’ll understand why they have that policy...”
The Gents Place Men’s Fine Grooming in Park Place has some great gifts.
Men’s Grooming Gifts at The Gents Place
“WOW! Don’t you want your man to feel the same way these guys do about their ‘haircut place?’ Buy a gift card for any denomination! Feel free to call us at 469-579-4417 (Frisco) or 913-631-3707 (Leawood) or email us if you have any questions!”

Twitter / Anime News Network: “Interest: Google Chrome’s Japanese Ad with Hatsune Miku Streamed • Commercial features footage from July’s [...] #anime”

Google Chrome’s Japanese Ad with Hatsune Miku Streamed
“Commercial features footage from July’s Mikunopolis in Los Angeles concert ...”
Ditsy Doo (Derpy Hooves) - (happy), “ Ford F-150 SVT Raptor?”
Ford F-150 Wins 2012 Motor Trend Truck Of The Year!
“Find out why we named Ford F-150 the 2012 Motor Trend Truck of the Year. Read the full story here.”
The the Special Vehicles Team (SVT) is the division for the development of automotive performance, or an in-house tuner, at Ford; and Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) is likewise analogous to Ford in Australia, where Volkswagen also has a market.
This was the first car in Antarctica
“One hundred years ago yesterday — December 14th, 1911 — Roald Admundsen and his team of Norwegian explorers became the first humans to reach the South Pole, pulled by sled dogs.”

This has been a public service.

Thursday, December 15, 2011

As perfect a Thursday 004

Itty Bitty Twinkie Pinkie asks:

Why not give this a shot:
2011 is almost over, so like this status if I have made you laugh or smile this year, then set this as your status, you’ll be surprised (it was made for me) at how many people you have made smile and laugh because of you.

Either I failed to read which flavor of tea with which I filled my mug, or QuikTrip put pineapple papaya in the wrong dispenser.

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SNEAK PEEK: Limbaugh Tells Greta Van Susteren That
Twitter / Your mom: “When you’re mad at someone half the time you’re just mad at the person because you need someone to blame for the pain you caused yourself.” ... Ein Unfall habe passiert.

As pictured earlier this week, my rental car is 2011 Dodge Charger, in which my sister rode with me again this morning; because of its available USB connection, we listened to some music from her mobile phone:

“It’s the Most Wonderful Time”
“We Wish You a Merry Christmas”

“To purchase all new ‘Damian’ Merchandise
It’s the most wonderful time of the year /
With the kids jingle belling /And everyone telling you...”

OK OK OK, she had the version from Rainbow Brite.

Rainbow Brite - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
“Rainbow Brite was a character franchise introduced by Hallmark Cards in 1983, with the animated television series starting the following year.”
Yesterday evening from the performances at Grace Christian Fellowship Church, I set my mobile to silent mode...
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“Just a reminder that the Holiday Luncheon will be December 15, today at 11:30. For the meeting we will have pizza and dessert provided. Bring a drink. See you there!”

The Breakfast Meeting, Dec. 15
“The piracy debate heats up in Congress, Nick Kristof gets embedded in jail and the radio host in Iowa that all the candidates must meet.”

Twitter / Burn Notice: “The triangle between Michael, Anson and Fiona will come to a head. What does the future hold for their relationship? #BurnNotice

BN EAR TO THE GROUND:
“Think you have what it takes to be a spy and piece together a puzzle simply by eavesdropping? Text to test your skills!”

Also, I have my first rehearsal as part of the N.B.I.S. Duo tonight!

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

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This is senseless.
ND Sheriff Used Predator Drone To Arrest ‘Sovereign Citizens’
“A family of ‘sovereign citizens’ in North Dakota was arrested with the help of a predator drone, borrowed from border patrol agents by the local sheriff in an effort to avoid a standoff over some missing cows.”

Twitter / Jason Pollock: “Being in the 1% has nothing to do with your wealth.
It’s a mindset of fairness. To me, Warren Buffett is in the 99%.
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Occupy Portland Mother Places 4-Year-Old Daughter On Train Tracks During Protest to Shut Down Port
“Another outrageous incident has occurred within the Occupy movement. WeaselZippers brings us a disturbing interview with a young Occupy Portland mother. In the video the woman unfathomably tried to justify placing her 4 year-old daughter on train tracks in an effort to shutdown the Port of Portland …”
This is senseless.

Turning Schoolchildren Into Informants? | Godfather Politics
“Pavlik Morozov was a well-known name in the Soviet Union and the whole Communist bloc. According to the official story, he was 14-years old in 1932, the ...”

internet memes - Cannot Unsee: Early Mount Rushmore
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Indefinite Detention Bill No Longer Faces Veto Threat From White House
“WASHINGTON -- The White House on Wednesday abandoned its threat to veto a defense bill that sets in stone the commander in chief's authority to indefinitely detain terrorism suspects, including Americans, in military custody. The switch came as the House appeared set to easily pass the National Defe...”
This is senseless.

FREE FRIES FRIDAY

FREE FRIES FRIDAY
“BK® has all new fries. They’re hot. They’re perfectly salted. And for one day only, they’re free. Get to a BURGER KING® December 16th to experience them. You don’t want to be the one who wasn’t there. No purchase necessary. One free value size French Fry per person, per visit. At participating restaurants...”
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News of the day 009

The Office was in my dream this morning, and why Michael Scott was doing foundation and structural work is beyond me. Also was Star Trek: The Next Generation.
So Soothing: Star Trek TNG Ambient Engine Noise
“Just hit play, lie down on your bed, and let this 24-hour long YouTube video featuring the Enterprise's idling engine noise help you drift to sleep.”

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Yesterday, all afternoon, the noise (i.e, my sisters) rehearsed a song for a talent show this evening at Grace Christian Fellowship Church. When the noise went upstairs, I had to return downstairs. For the Roving Imp Training Center, I left home a hour and a half early, so I no longer had to hear; I like this song much better anyway:
Evangelion’s “Cruel Angel’s Thesis” Tops Anime Karaoke Charts
“It looks like anime fans heading to the karaoke parlor in 2011 stuck to their favorite standards of recents years. According to leading network karaoke system operator Xing, Neon Genesis Evangelion theme ‘A Cruel Angel’s Thesis’ topped the list of the 10 most popular karaoke anime songs in 2011 for ...”
Despite how much I loathe their song, I suppose that in the spirit of the season of Christmas I will go and see my sisters perform, because having my sisters see me in the audience is as important as chili, which is being served as part of a competition.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

You can walk or deny 012

Some days you just have to say, “The Plot Coupon trope as used in popular culture is going to be cashed in.”
Equestria Daily: Story: My Little Dashie
“When your life is as dull a gray as the world that surrounds you, the mundanities can make it all seem meaningless. Sometimes all we need is a little color -...”
Lowe’s: Existence Of Muslims A Controversial ‘Topic’
“Under fire for a decision to pull advertising from the TLC show All-American Muslim, Lowe’s this weekend put out a backhanded apology, saying that ‘individuals and groups have strong political and societal views on this topic’ and ‘we’ve managed to make some people very unhappy.’”
Glenn Beck: Tea Partiers Who Support Newt Are Racist
“Glenn Beck has a stern message for tea partiers who back Newt Gingrich: you’re basically racist.”
No, the preceding was actually more bias from the liberal media.
“You may have watched Glenn Beck’s widely-viewed interview with Newt Gingrich last week. It got a lot of attention. Beck has addressed his concerns about Gingrich’s positions a number of times in the last week. He did so during a Friday night interview on Judge Andrew Napolitano’s program on the Fox ...”
Facebook Is Making Us Miserable
“When Facebook was founded in 2004, it began with a seemingly innocuous mission: to connect friends. Some seven years and 800 million users later, the social network has taken over most aspects of our personal and professional lives, and is fast becoming the dominant communication platform of the fut...”
The preceding story may require some illustration:
You May Not Want To Check Facebook At Work Today - Forbes
“Facebook is hit with a flood of spam that’s resulting in porn and images of violence and death showing up in people’s news feeds.”
Finally, a Robot That Can Make You a Sandwich [VIDEO]
“Scientists from the Intelligent Autonomous Systems Group from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) showed off the capabilities of two robots called TUM-Rosie and TUM-James.”
The following image may require some explanation:
Sitting Lyra | Know Your Meme
“Sitting Lyra is a series of images and exploitables stemming from a scene in the television show My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, in which one of [...]”
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Twitter / Laura Ingraham: “Priebus: We are going to hit hard every second of every day. This president is a disaster for America.”
5 Ways to Spot a Bad Boss In An Interview - Forbes
“A boss can literally, make or break your career. Here are five ways to spot the bad ones before they become yours. A great boss can make you feel engaged and empowered at work, will keep you out of unnecessary office politics, and can identify and grow your strengths. But a [...]”
I am not sure if we have quite found one with what
the New Kids on the Block would call, “The Right Stuff.”
7 Job Interview Questions to Build Rapport and Open Doors
“In almost every interview, your turn to ask questions creates a marvelous opportunity, or a big yawn, or somewhere in between.”
Sport And Religion
“Or has one football player just gone too far? Although Tebow has previously stated that God isn’t interested in football, the Almighty’s interest obviously has increased since... ”
Family Guy - Fetching a Cross
“Meg tries to persuade Brian to believe in God by making him fetch a cross New Kids on the Block style. Season 7: Episode 11.”
Force And Friction | Six Pixels of Separation - Marketing and Communications Blog - By Mitch Joel at...
“The more actions you force on the consumer, the more friction you cause. There was talk a awhile back about forcing people to give up their email address to have access to content. I’ve seen this executed many ways. In...”
Hippies are hobos who aspire to be hooligans.
“OAKLAND, Calif. — Anti-Wall Street protesters up and down the West Coast are joining an effort to blockade some of the nation’s busiest ports from Anchorage to San Diego.”
Twitter / Crunchyroll: “News: VIDEO: ‘G.I. Joe: Retaliation’ Teaser ...”
VIDEO: ‘G.I. Joe: Retaliation’ Teaser
“For its second live action outing, G.I. Joe adds Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson as Roadblock, Bruce Willis as the original G.I. Joe, General Joe Colton and a whole lot of ninja. The Jon M. Chu directed battle of red and blue lasers is currently set to hit theaters June 29th, 2012.”
Project: Fallout Glow
“My last post resulted in a lot of emails and discussions about what to do if this mess goes down; if you are reading this because you remembered reading this at some point in the future and are ...”
“Yeah, be prepared!”

Monday, December 12, 2011

Looking forward to it!

Superior Chevrolet, a Kansas City dealer, will be repairing my car,
and a rental has been arranged for me.
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imageOur Holiday Luncheon will begin at noon with the line forming at the east side,
so I have forgone Mr. Goodcents Subs & Pastas for today.
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