Author Archives: Steve

1863: The Gettysburg Address

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Steve

Abraham Lincoln gave one of his most memorable speeches on this day. It is rather weird that the president’s invitation to the cemetery’s dedication was an afterthought. Sure, he wasn’t terribly popular due to the (American) Civil War dragging out into … Continue reading →

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Lost weekend thanks to sinuses

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Steve

It wasn’t a complete wash, we did manage to see the new Thor flick and complete our cat sitting duties in a timely fashion. Plus I had a FaceTime conversation with the Gordons in New York. Meanwhile, it’s several netti pots … Continue reading →

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Welcome Ben!

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Steve

Yesterday was a huge joyous occasion, the awaited arrival of the Derrs’ first child (is first appropriate since I have no idea how many kids are planned or this guy will be an Only). Doesn’t matter in the end because … Continue reading →

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Happy birthday Cannon and off to Qatar he goes

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Steve

I know he’s my youngest nephew but I can’t recall if he’s the youngest kid in the bunch. I do know it’s his birthday. What an odd treat, going on a 15-hour flight to live in Qatar. As I stated … Continue reading →

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Wallace Shawn is 70 today…INCONCEIVABLE!

Posted on November 12, 2013 by Steve

A great comedic actor who will be best remembered as Vizzini celebrates his birthday. To a younger generation he’s the voice of Rex from Toy Story, to others the teacher Alicia Silverstone helps find love in Clueless (aka Emma of the Nineties). I … Continue reading →

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Farewell weekend for the Bridge-Aggie faction

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Steve

By Wednesday my three Aggie-based nephews will be on their way to live in Qatar for the next five, maybe 10 years. I hope it is going to be a cool adventure. I’m a bit jealous since learning Arabic can … Continue reading →

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Back up after some backing up

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Steve

In order to avoid a repeat of the $2000 data recovery bill from last year, I finally got around to taking the server offline to back it up in its entirety. Ugh, I hadn’t done it since June 2013. Not … Continue reading →

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Happy 11th Radman & Kim!

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Steve

Congratulations to my favorite couple in Phoenix even if they’re the only couple I know over there, I don’t count my in-laws. Let’s see if their kids Owen and Kylie succeed at doing something special for them. I scored an … Continue reading →

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Our “super” evening with the Austin Symphony Orchestra

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Steve

Tonight we check out a reading of Archer with the principle cast, hopefully they’ll be as funny as the show. I figure they’re also here because Fun Fun Fest kicks off this weekend. Last month we attended the ASO for their performances … Continue reading →

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Adios Blockbuster, a bittersweet farewell to the Eighties

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Steve

The Inadequate and Underwhelming digital, Internet 2.0 era claimed another victim (officially) today. Not to wallow in schadenfreude but it couldn’t have happened to a more deserving company. I only wish they were still an albatross around Viacom’s neck, take … Continue reading →

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Our Honda is back…and front?

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Steve

Practically 50 days to get all this body work done. Not due to the great shop (we’ve been there four times now, we’re practically family!). Not due to there being a shortage of parts. All because the jerk who hit … Continue reading →

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Starship quiz

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Steve

Not bad, I got nine out of 10. I didn’t expect to ace it since this is a British news site. Let me know what your score is. Click here!

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An endangered species

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Steve

I spotted one of these on our recent vacation because I don’t recall seeing any around Austin anymore. They probably have them in Las Vegas due to international calls on a cell phone being ridiculously overpriced.

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RIP: Marcia Wallace

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Steve

Marcia’s passing must’ve slipped through while I was out sick last week because her B-list character on The Simpsons was critical to its success. The show just won’t be the same without her voice for the long-suffering Mrs. Krabappel. I haven’t … Continue reading →

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Relatively “old” Buzzfeed article on Austin needing some clarity

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Steve

Let me give a quick clarification on this article since its author is full of crap, like anyone who visits my city and thinks she has it down after spending a week at SXSW.  Tacos, yes. Tacodeli is OK, only … Continue reading →

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