Author Archives: Steve

Ahoy! A re-usable ship for D&D minis! Arrrr!

Posted on June 19, 2007 by Steve

Here’s a pretty useful pre-made Flip-Mat I bought at Rogues Gallery this weekend since I like to throw in nautical adventures. The cannons on the middle deck are out of place for most D&D campaigns but I can ignore them. … Continue reading →

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Happy 65th Birthday Roger Ebert

Posted on June 18, 2007 by Steve

When I first noticed the show Sneak Previews on PBS, even as a kid I found myself siding with him over the better known Gene Siskel (my parents had a subscription to the Chicago Tribune). As I got older, I always wondered … Continue reading →

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One Austin moocher who doesn’t want my spare change

Posted on June 17, 2007 by Steve

Today wasn’t a spectacular day housesitting for the Lowrys but at least I caught a picture of this deer hiding near their driveway. When I was driving my car, I thought it was a cat with how she just had … Continue reading →

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The Cats of McNeil Ave. & 183

Posted on June 16, 2007 by Steve

Last night I had to go by my friends’ office to retrieve something. While I was approaching the office door, I spotted these feral cats jumping out of the dumpster. They held still long enough for me to get this … Continue reading →

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Lucky Brand Jeans, don’t let the Retro look fool you

Posted on June 16, 2007 by Steve

Until the Fourth of July, Lucky Brand Jeans are on sale! I completely endorse and stand by this product as I have with my mechanic, my favorite record store or the numerous restaurants I’ve covered in Picayune. Thus, this isn’t an … Continue reading →

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Rain + Solar Power = Soaking Wet Adventures 2

Posted on June 16, 2007 by Steve

This morning I just endured one of the shortcomings of solar power, the security gate at my friends’ house. It has a car-style battery to store all the energy it receives from its panel and one would think it stored … Continue reading →

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Hmm, how to use Logic 001 for humor

Posted on June 15, 2007 by Steve

I stumbled on this diagram from the Diesel Sweeties guy today. Thought it would go well with the current run of BS making the rounds about how the Golden Age of Pop Culture is when you’re 12. I immediately dismissed … Continue reading →

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How about those Spurs!

Posted on June 15, 2007 by Steve

I didn’t seriously follow the NBA Championship but I was cheering for the Spurs since San Antonio is Austin’s southern neighbor. Heck, I think they built their new arena closer to the Interstate to make it easier for Austinites to … Continue reading →

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The two faces of Sallie Mae

Posted on June 14, 2007 by Steve

Yesterday wasn’t a shining moment for me as a customer (on the phone) with Sallie Mae. Since I took over Somara’s finances, I have implemented a plan to allocate more money toward her smallest of the four student loans she … Continue reading →

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Magic Item Compendium offers worthwhile options

Posted on June 13, 2007 by Steve

This review is overdue (as are all of my D&D ones), thus it will be briefer since this product is really a collection of properties, charts and rules. It lacks a lot of detail but at least I was spared … Continue reading →

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Bowling “skill” at Wii still means no PBA future for me

Posted on June 13, 2007 by Steve

Last night, I hit Pro status in Wii Bowling and I’m still undefeated in boxing even though my last opponent (my first pro foe) gave me a hell of a time, he knocked me down twice. I think it was … Continue reading →

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See Ancient Rome without the smell

Posted on June 12, 2007 by Steve

This story about a virtual Ancient Rome for people to visit is awesome. I don’t know if I would want to see it in 320 AD since Christianity probably abolished the chariot races, gladiator battles and obviously the lion-feeding sessions. My … Continue reading →

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Squeeze: Song by Song by Jim Drury

Posted on June 12, 2007 by Steve

Last Christmas, my friend Mark gave me this book. Unlike other band bios or tell-all books, author Jim Drury just concentrates on Chris and Glenn’s responses about the songs from their 14 albums. A much better approach than some narrative … Continue reading →

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The new Summer 2007 line (of T-shirts)

Posted on June 11, 2007 by Steve

Here’s one last post for Monday since I failed to do any at all on Sunday. Helen told me there were more shirts of Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends at Hot Topic but when I went there today, this was all … Continue reading →

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Duncan Sheik wins a Tony!

Posted on June 11, 2007 by Steve

I’m sure Duncan Sheik isn’t the first Rock/Pop musician to win a Tony but it was exciting to hear the news this morning on NPR regarding the success of Spring Awakening. Two young ladies from Kenny’s (Gabby & Kirstin) had the … Continue reading →

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