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Sandstorm in Qatar this week
Holy Crap! I didn’t think these natural occurrences happened so close to the sea/ocean. My sister-in-law Anje informed me of it via WhatsApp. I thought, they probably happen occasionally, they’re probably on par with smog or ozone alerts in Austin. Then … Continue reading
Eighties New Wave Singalong
I’ve been to many Quotealong and Guest shows at Alamo Drafthouse, now I experienced my first Singalong because it focused on a genre I will always love, New Wave. Technically, I follow Rhino’s definition of what’s New Wave music; stuff released … Continue reading
RIP: Gary Dahl, inventor of the Pet Rock
Not an April Fool’s joke! Hence, why I’m posting it today and according to the New York Times, Gary passed away over a week ago. I could’ve sworn seeing Pet Rocks later than 1975 but regardless, I was under 10 in those … Continue reading
2005: We almost moved to Phoenix
What?!?! Yes, we were in the process of scouting out the city ten years ago and around my sixth anniversary as an Apple employee, we flew there to scout prospects for both of us. Why? Somara and I figured there … Continue reading
Happy Birthday Miette!
My little weasel cat from the Salado apartment days is celebrating what may be her last birthday with us. As of today Miette is 16 years old, probably older since her origin is unknown being a stray cat. She was … Continue reading
1865: Appomattox Campaign begins
The noose finally began to tighten against General Lee (who should be remembered as a traitor in the same vein as Bowe Bergdahl, Benedict Arnold and Kim Philby) as General Grant’s attrition tactics were paying off. The Confederate forces had … Continue reading
Rock Band 4 represents the return to the basics
One of my favorite video games of all-time is back after a multi-year hiatus and getting a divorce from the meddling corporations (aka MTV and EA). I saw the one story about Guitar Hero returning too but there was a link … Continue reading
Happy belated 84th birthday to Leonard Nimoy
The person who is the reason for my header/banner would’ve celebrated his 84th yesterday. The guys who host the Roguecast said it best about Leonard, he had a life well lived plus he was generous to share it with everyone. I … Continue reading
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Happy belated birthday to Ethan
It was two days ago but by then my pre-written string of stories had run out and let’s face it, I’m still adjusting to Daylight Saving(s) Time. I think he had a great day off from work, his wife Kelly … Continue reading
Gen Con takes a stand against regressive Indiana government
I can thank the backward people of Indiana for electing someone who will be a bigger asshole than my state’s governor for a couple days. There was never any real love lost because I hated living in their excuse of a … Continue reading
Anime Star wars!
What a kick-ass job despite the bad guys being the stars. It should give my friend Matt comfort since he tends to take the Imperials when we play X-Wing. I loved how you see the shields manifest around the X- … Continue reading
What my brother got for his birthday
His kids bought this to coincide with his recent hobby of fixing up an old VW bus nicknamed Westy. Not sure how Brian feels about Pink Floyd.
I need this for my car…
…for I am that asshole going the designated speed limit or a little under if the weather conditions warrant it.
Welcome Vivian and Winston!
Another co-worker became a first-time father and boy did he show his dedication, no waiting, have two at once! Not really, the odds of twins are relatively more common than you think plus their occurrence has risen through numerous good … Continue reading
A great pun to a favorite food
Courtesy of a co-worker which reminds me, I need to keep going to the gym if I’m going to continue enjoying pizza.