Stranger in a Strange Land

EAT

2009-10-23T14:20:00.000-07:00

Do you ever wish you could just not be hungry? Well, what are your thoughts on taking an appetite suppressant? I don’t know about you, but when my body tells me I am hungry I think I should eat. If I did something to suppress that hunger feeling I think more than just my stomach would suffer.

Save Where You Can

2009-10-23T14:17:00.000-07:00

I had some friends of mine get married here not too long ago and they decided to make their own wedding invitations. They saved a ton of money by doing this and created something special and unique just for themselves. They turned out great and I’m sure most people would not have even known that they were not “professionally” made. Weddings can get pretty expensive, so wherever you can save money can help!

Treatment

2009-10-20T14:51:00.000-07:00

Wrinkle treatment… that’s right, wrinkle treatment. When life throws a wrinkle your way just go to the store and buy some treatment. Read the directions and use accordingly. Oh shoot, I just realized they were talking about skin wrinkles not life wrinkles. I guess you should still read the directions and use accordingly though!

Burn Baby Burn

2009-10-13T14:35:00.000-07:00

The latest and greatest fat burner is out. Now you just have to weed through all of the products and find the one that really works! What fun would it be for me just to tell you which product is the key? So get off of your butt and go to the store and buy all the fat burning products there are until you find the one that works best.

TOO GOOD?!? LET ME KNOW

2009-09-29T15:04:00.000-07:00

Do you know what lipofuze is? OK, good. I have no idea either. But seriously, just click the link and you can find out all you need to know about it. I am a little hesitant however. What if it something too good to be true? What if it is something that I read about and try and then never can live again without it. So… beware of clicking the link because you just never know what it will contain.

NICE

2009-09-29T15:00:00.001-07:00

So some friends of mine have been revamping their backyard for quite awhile now. I finally went over there last weekend to see the final product and I must say that it looks fantastic. They have a beautiful garden area, and nice patio for grilling and a fire pit for some great bonfires. What tops it all off is the outdoor lighting that they put in to bring it all together. It is just a great backyard!

Accidents

2009-09-24T14:34:00.000-07:00

If you were an accident lawyer what state would you want to practice in? New York accident lawyers have a bigger population to draw from and the chances of having more clients is a good thing when you are in the lawyer business. So as I would assume that accident lawyers do not get up in the morning hoping that people have accidents and will come to them for assistance but I guess they kind of have to?!?

Pimples

2009-09-23T08:08:00.000-07:00

Acne Treatments are all the rage! I can not see Jessica Simpson now without thinking about her acne commercial, but if it worked for her it could work for you. So get online or on the phone and clear that face up. And maybe if you call within the next thirty minuets you can double your order and get a free gift as well! So say goodbye to your pimples and hello to your new and improved face.

Filter

2009-09-23T07:58:00.000-07:00

With the changing of the season from summer to autumn it is a good idea to change your furnace filters. They recommend you change it every month or so but who really remembers to do that? I get to it once a year if I am lucky enough to remember. But the thought just crossed my mind so I figured I would type this up an remind people to do the same and you all can thank me when your home’s air is a bit cleaner!

ALARM

2009-09-22T09:50:00.000-07:00

So you have all seen those advertisements on the television for home alarm systems. You know, where the old boyfriend kicks in the door or the masked robber gets scared away by the loud alarm. I love the look on their faces when that alarm goes off. But really, what good would an alarm do if the robber was armed? How fast can the police really get there to protect you? So I would still recommend locking your doors at night because in reality that is probably just as protective as a home alarm system.

Wrinkle is a funny word

2009-09-10T15:06:00.001-07:00

Notice all those wrinkles? Know what that looks like? Bad! You best be getting some wrinkle cream! Smear it on your face and watch the wrinkles disappear. But where do they go? I guess nobody really knows. Is it a cave, or a meadow, perhaps it is like a dormitory? I imagine that it is a nice place for wrinkles to escape the negative connotation that accompanies their name.

Magic

2009-09-10T15:02:00.001-07:00

Get you magic weight loss pill get it while it’s hot! That is right apidexin is that magical weight loss pill that we all are desperately looking for. Pop the pill, lose the weight! Just please do not overdose and get too skinny. I could list all the side effects but what fun is that, all you need to know is that it helps you cut the pounds!

FREE

2009-08-31T07:41:00.000-07:00

So I’ve looked all over for a place with free directory submissions and after some effort I found a few different options. I am not going to tell you where and what I found you are going to have to put in the time and effort too! No, really it was not too hard and all that are interested should not have any trouble finding out how to make it work. Good luck and stay positive!

Phish 8.11.09 Toyota Park, Chicago, IL

2009-08-14T07:30:00.000-07:00

Toyota Park 8.11.09

Set I: Kill Devil Falls, Sample in a Jar, Ocelot, Paul and Silas1, Windy City2, The Curtain With, Train Song, Gumbo, Heavy Things, Time Turns Elastic
Set II: Backwards Down The Number Line> Carini, Gotta Jibboo, Theme from the Bottom, Wilson, Also Sprach Zarathustra> Chalkdust Torture, Harry Hood, The Squirming Coil
Encore: Loving Cup

1 Last Played 11/29/1998 (206 Shows)
2 First Time Played (Original)

A Midweek, Midwestern Romp in the Windy City

The return of a Jedi: A rip roaring Trey Anastasio cuts loose and holds nothing back from the very start of set one until the final notes of the Loving Cup encore soared up into the beautiful Chicago night sky. Phish on this Tuesday evening in August delivered a fantastic night of magnificent musical soundscapes and created an amazing, thick and nasty groove for 25,000 plus people to share in and boogie down to all night long.

The opening trifecta of Kill Devil Falls, Sample in a Jar and Ocelot got the show going with the spotlight on two highly promising and enjoyable new tunes with a meaty, rocking Sample stuck in the middle that got everyone to their seats and settled in for the ride that we were embarking on at Toyota Park. Trey, from the very get go had a huge smile on his face and was rocking his Languedoc hard. The next two selections of the first set included a requested bust out of Paul and Silas (last played 11/29/98) and the debut of a new Page number fittingly titled Windy City. The latter was a progressive, rocking, bluesy number that sounded like it would have fit nicely on Page’s solo album. I almost need to listen to this track a few more times to get my head better around the tune, but it did contain some nice Page vocals and great guitar picking from Trey. Two highlights of the opening set were the second performance of The Curtain (With) since returning to the stage this year, and a fantastic run through of the Phish classic Gumbo. Both tunes were a first for me and were played spot on and just a real treat to hear. A very well played and high energy Heavy Things came next and again showed off some great guitar work by Trey taking the song to a new level. The band really was sounding great together, listening and playing off each other’s phrases and creating a wonderful musical conversation. The set closed with another new tune called Time Turns Elastic. This is the perfect set placement for this ambitious song. After this version of the new track I came away with a greater appreciation for it. It truly is Phish’s new rock opus and it is incredible to watch the four of them pull off such a complicated and intricate musical composition in the live setting right before our eyes. The ending of TTE was extended a bit and really raged. It was just a great way to end the first segment of the show.

The second set can really be broken down into two sections. The somewhat awkward, but very well played beginning of the set saw some stand out performances and more great interplay from all four members of the band. The opening Backwards Down the Number Line got things moving and was nicely extended to contain a fantastic end jam section. This segued somewhat choppily into the first Carini of the tour and Carini brought the energy level inside Toyota Park to an extreme level! This selection may have been a shout out to the person with the Carini sign up in the grandstands, but whatever its reason, this version brought the house down with an extended darker jam out to it leading into the “Farmhouse” album cut Gotta Jibboo. The jamming contained in Jibboo was a highlight of the second set, Mike, Page, Trey and Fishman were full steam ahead as one entity taking everyone along on this blissful ride with them. This first portion of the second set, though played extremely well lacked a bit of flow or connectivity that is characteristic of a second set from Phish. It was almost like the band really didn’t have a road map in place at the start and we were kind of headed in no particular direction. This soon changed as we moved into the second section of set two.

Theme From the Bottom, Wilson, 2001àChalk Dust Torture, Harry Hood, The Squirming Coil— If you would have told me that my second set would contain this run of songs I would have been ecstatic and would not have cared if anything else was even played. This stretch of the show was Phish at their finest, creating intense musical canvases and showing off their eclectic musical abilities as a band. We were all buckled up and holding on tight as Phish brought us along on this astonishing musical adventure that they were creating. All smiles and fun! Theme was beautiful and served as the perfect second set “breather” or ballad as Trey and Mike intertwined runs that filled the stadium full of sound and joy. Wilson then revealed his ugly head which kept the energy level of the crowd and band cranked up and when they dropped into 2001 it as lift off! A stand out version of Also Sprach Zarathustra had everyone dancing their asses off and I thought maybe we would get a transition into a Toyota Park Ghost but instead Trey and company ripped into a surprise second set Chalk Dust Torture!! Chalk Dust was ragging and contained a tight jam. Again the energy inside the stadium was kept at an extremely high level with this selection. Yes, Harry Hood! Probably my favorite Phish song, so I was delighted to hear the opening funky notes to this classic ring out into the night air. This version was very well played as the band slowly worked and built the song up to its high peak; in the section before the closing “you can feel good” part the band took a somewhat crazy turn, mixing things up slightly before seamlessly dropping back into the familiar closing Hood groove. Thinking that Hood may just be the end of the set I was thrilled when the opening of The Squirming Coil began. This was a very powerful rendition of Coil and contained some soaring and eloquent piano work from Page to beautifully end the set.

The classic Stones cover Loving Cup encore sent everyone back out into the night and to the lots happy to have just witnessed such a magical musical experience that only Phish can deliver. High on the fact that Phish is back and sounding absolutely phenomenal for us all too once again share. Tuesday night saw Mike filling the stadium with his thunderous bass, Fishman keeping magnificent time all over his drum kit, Page being the master that he is on the ivories and Trey absolutely shredding and nailing everything played. As apparent from the Chicago show and the incredible start of the second leg of the summer tour, it is very clear that the force once again is strong.

-Jeff Klenske-

I want to talk to Samsonite!

2009-08-07T13:12:00.000-07:00

I want to talk to Samsonite! Fly me to the moon… but really if I were to be flying to the moon or any other destination I would be flying with Samsonite luggage! It is some of the best luggage available. Samsonite luggage is stylish, well constructed and affordable. All in all just a great product and I would recommend it to any traveler looking to purchase new luggage. You will be able to take it along with you on many trips.

You say face cream, I say Ice Cream

2009-08-07T13:04:00.000-07:00

Remember, do not confuse day face cream for ice cream or an ice cream topping. Yes, it may in fact taste fine, but trust me, it definitely is for topical application only. I also can’t imagine there is much nutritional value to it either. So smear it on your face and then go get yourself a bowl of ice cream and all will be better.

HUNGRY!

2009-08-04T19:44:00.000-07:00

What is there to eat around this place? Cereal but no milk! Hot dogs but no buns! Good thing I can grab for my weight loss pills and just order a pizza. That is how it works is it not? So next time you do not feel like cooking or there just isn't anything to eat in the pantry call for a pizza and take a diet pill. Life is great!

Red Light Tower

2009-07-30T06:01:00.000-07:00

There was this one time in college that a few friends and I were driving around on some country roads. After awhile I asked “does anyone know how to get back to the dorms from here?” Somebody in the backseat spoke up and said that “it was easy; all we had to do was look for the red lights on the cell tower.” Ok, no problem then I thought. But then as I was driving in the direction of that cell tower I noticed about 8 other towers with red lights in all different directions. BUMMER!

The Glory Days of Grade School

2009-07-20T10:06:00.000-07:00

Remember in grade school when you had to do different art projects? Whether they were cardboard displays or collages I always enjoyed these creative projects. It was a welcomed break from the reading, writing and arithmetic. I also was a big fan of recess and gym class back in grade school. I wish businesses today had playgrounds and assigned times for its employees to go outside and play some kickball or four square.

Summer Time RV

2009-07-20T10:04:00.000-07:00

There are a variety of options available when it comes to looking for rv insurance. Many of your major car insurance companies offer insurance on recreation vehicles as well as insurance on boats and motorcycles. The summer is a great time of the year to get out and enjoy time in your rv traveling across the country. I would suggest getting multiple quotes and then deciding on what plan fits your needs and budget best.

New Shoes

2009-07-10T08:16:00.000-07:00

A new pair of shoes can be a great feeling for your feet. And recently I purchased a fantastic pair of Dansko Shoes and my feet love me! They are so comfortable, stylish and affordable. I would most certainly recommend a pair to anyone looking to buy a new pair of shoes. They have a lot of different styles to choose from and they all are stylish and super comfortable.

Pearls

2009-07-10T08:11:00.000-07:00

When thinking about what to get his new wife a good friend of mine walked into a jewelry store not knowing what he was going to walk out with. He knew he would be a little lighter in the pocketbook when he came out but he was not sure exactly even what type of jewelry he was looking for. When it was all said and done he ended up purchasing some pearl jewelry, a beautiful necklace that I am sure his new wife will absolutely love.

More diet pills

2009-06-11T18:27:00.000-07:00

So I realize I blog about this often, but I have to tell you about best diet pills ever! Again I have to wait to tell you the name of this magic pill but soon it will be out and everyone will be able to enjoy easy weight loss. Just be patient and give it time. You will soon see what it is I am talking about and our population will no longer have to worry about our weight... but maybe we will have to worry about something else like memory lose, but I forget why it was I bring this up.

Fatburner

2009-06-08T12:34:00.001-07:00

They call it a fatburner. Really? Is that the best terminology we could use? It just sounds awful to burn fat if you ask me. I don’t like to burn anything, it usually smells and always tastes bad. From now on it should be called fat reducer or fat eraser, even fat decreaser is better. Not sure why this came into my head today, maybe it has something to do with the cookie I just ate.

Crazy Stuff!

2009-05-31T19:28:00.000-07:00

So the best weight loss pill ever is called li*@#!ky. That is right, I can't reveal the complete name of this amazing new pill because it is only being tested top secretly on a select group of people. All I can say is that the results are amazing. Three hundred pound men are now weighing in at 75 pounds and ladies are even losing more weight. Liza a 38 year old mother of 4 went from 214 to 7 pounds after two weeks of taking the pill. Crazy stuff!

Memory

2009-05-31T19:22:00.000-07:00

Sometimes I wish there was someway to store memories in a safe place that they could never be lost or become clouded. Like a personal memory cards for your personal brain. As the years pass by it becomes depressing to think about all the moments that have been forgotten. There will always be moments in your life that will never be forgotten, good times and bad so remember to try and store them in a safe place.

Treadmill Move

2009-05-31T19:12:00.000-07:00

Moving a treadmill can be tricky. Especially when the thing is completely assembled. If I were to guess, I would say that treadmills are not supposed to be transported this way. Just makes it all the more difficult. You need to play the angles just right and hook the machine inside the door. Yes, as I found out it can be done, but I would not recommend it!

T.V. Commercials

2009-05-31T18:57:00.000-07:00

If you were a celebrity what commercials would you choose not to do? I just find it funny when a "pop princess" who sells a lot of her talent (and I use the term talent loosely) on her looks does commercials for acne treatments. I also don't think I would say yes to do a herpes or erectile dysfunction commercial either, no matter how bad I needed work. Just think about getting recognized on the street by someone as the guy who is on the herpes commercial.

Colon Talk

2009-05-31T18:49:00.000-07:00

The need for elderly people to talk about and tell stories of their colonoscopy will always amaze me. Every family has a grandma or an older aunt that will share their story of their colon cleanse at the next holiday or family gathering. The worst is when an entire group gets on the topic and everyone has a story to share. It is just never a good conversation to find yourself in! See it is even unpleasant to read about.

Keeping things HOT

2009-05-17T06:44:00.000-07:00

What is a good way to keep things hot with your significant other? I find that if you surprise them every now and again with a nice thoughtful gift such as flowers or lingerie can keep things interesting. You can find sexy, cheap lingerie that will let your partner know that you are still interested and still think the world of her. This will make everyone happy!

Add an S

2009-05-05T21:29:00.000-07:00

Have you ever wished that there was a magic diet pill that you could take and just sit back and watch the pounds fall off? Well, I hate to break it to you, but no such pill exists. No matter what, the best way to lose weight is to watch what you eat and to exercise daily. These two simple steps can go a long way in helping you lose weight. Some diet pills may help you lose extra weight but the key is a good diet and daily exercise.

Magic Pill

2009-05-05T21:23:00.000-07:00

Relax

2009-04-24T13:37:00.000-07:00

The Outer Banks are a great place to go and get away for the weekend or even just an evening. Sometimes you need a peaceful environment to unwind and collect your thoughts. Life can get too hectic and stress can build up to levels that are not good for your body, mind or soul. It is always important to realize when life is getting you down and do something about it. One recommendation is take a short vacation to a peaceful place and just relax!

Sale

2009-04-23T14:20:00.001-07:00

I am a sucker for a sale or if I get a coupon in the mail I am the type of person that goes to the store just to get the discount. I have been to the music store countless number of times to use a ten percent off coupon and buy a CD, walking around the aisles until I find something that I convince myself I need. I guess a sale often times makes a store more money then just a normal regular day of prices.

Summer Plans

2009-04-22T14:07:00.000-07:00

It is finally started to show some signs of summer and people’s minds start to wonder off to vacations and travel plans. There are all sorts of travel deals to be found around the internet. Check out all of the travel sites for good deals on flights and hotel rooms. Even if you do not have plans and decide last minute to pack your bags and head off to a destination you can still find some last minute deals if you happen to look in the right place at the right time.

Heart Shaped

2009-04-21T15:38:00.000-07:00

Jewelry comes in all sorts of different shapes and sizes. And the price tags on jewelry can vary greatly as well. The last piece of jewelry I bought for my lady friend was a beautiful heart jewelry diamond necklace. She loves it and has a few choice outfits that she always wears it with. Now hopefully I will not have to buy any bling for her for some time now. Girls have it fairly lucky, they do not have to drop a ton of money on jewelry for their guy!

Travel Insurance

2009-03-13T12:55:00.000-07:00

When traveling anywhere it is always smart to travel with some insurance. There are multiple ways of obtaining traveler insurance but I think perhaps the quickest and easiest way to obtain this is travel insurance online. There are various sites offer numerous arrays of packages with different options and for any type of traveler. The next time you plan a trip or are packing your bags maybe you should also check into getting some travelers insurance.

Lose weight, grow hair and inches

2009-03-13T12:53:00.000-07:00

There are a bunch of commercials that fill up the time between shows that try to sell you weight loss pills. I know I have blogged about these commercials and the ridiculousness of them before but I saw a new one the other night that made me laugh out loud. They showed a picture of this overweight man, and then this skinny dude came waling out and stood next to it saying “that was me just 6 months ago.” The only problem was that the picture was not of the same guy, unless he also grew his hair back and grew a couple of inches taller besides losing that weight over those 6 months!

Reunited and it feels so good

2009-03-06T11:49:00.000-08:00

What is better then winning a new car, or winning millions in the lottery? What is better then coming home to a hot gourmet meal or your girlfriend in sexy lingerie? Today anyway it is the fact that Phish will be taking the stage for the first time in nearly five years. The Hampton Coliseum known as the Mothership to Phish fans is going to lift off with all the energy that will be released once the lights go down and our four favorite musicians walk on stage and once again do what they do best, make us dance and have no worries!

New Fence

2009-03-05T14:17:00.001-08:00

Aluminum Fence Installation, it does not sound too hard. Believe me, IT IS! Well it was a lot more work than I had planned on it to be. From the digging of holes to making sure it was all level turned out to be kind of a pain. But after a weekend of work my backyard is now fenced in and I am one step closer to being able to get a dog, so I guess it was worth the hard work!

Upgraded

2009-03-05T14:15:00.001-08:00

Wow! Luxury Hotel Rooms do not have much in common with just a normal hotel room. As luck would have it the hotel that I had made reservations at overbooked and needed to upgrade me to a Luxury Hotel Room, and at no additional cost to me! The only downside to this is it spoiled me, the big beds, and countless soft, plush pillows and big flat screen television. I don’t know if a Super 8 is going to cut it anymore!

Reincarnation

2009-03-05T14:13:00.000-08:00

I’ve always said that when I die I would choose to come back to earth as a tree. I think it would be interesting to see how your surroundings change over the years while you stay stationary in one place. Now the question is what kind of a tree would I want to be, there are so many to choose from. Evergreens, walnut, oak trees, I guess it really would not matter as long as I lived a long life and grew to be a solid large tree that never got chopped down!

Discount Building Materials

2009-03-05T14:12:00.001-08:00

When remodeling an entire home or even just a room it is important and sometimes tricky to stay within a budget. There are some great alternative ways of accomplishing this including websites and businesses that specialize in discounted products. When we redid the upstairs bathroom we found a wide range of places to search for discount sinks and ended up saving a lot of money.

Compact Flash

2009-03-01T09:22:00.000-08:00

I have been pondering the idea of getting another compact flash card. They are such a convenient and reliable way of saving valuable information. Whether that information be important documents or a Saturday Nights worth of pictures a compact flash memory card will make sure it is safely saved. And the best part about compact flash cards is that they are so versatile and can work in a variety of different devices.

New Scanners

2009-02-23T06:40:00.000-08:00

When I worked in retail we got an upgrad and instead of having to punch the products number into the computer we got a brand new barcode scanner. At first I thought this was going to be a great improvement, but it turns out that it was almost more of a pain trying to get a clean scan on the products tags. I worked at a store with lots of little items like key chains and trinkets and these early barcode scanners struggled to read the bars. So most times we were still punching in the numbers anyway. These days it seems that scanners work well for the most part, except when they scan and ring up the wrong price!

New Mattress

2009-02-11T13:58:00.000-08:00

There is a sleep number bed store at the mall. One day after walking around the mall for an afternoon I decided to head in there and try one out. I ended up taking a little cat nap, when I woke up the salesman sold me a bed! I am not like those people on the commercials with a set number that I always sleep on. I find it nice to have the option to be able to switch up how firm or less firm I want my mattress.

Healthy

2009-01-23T13:50:00.000-08:00

Diet pills seem to be the latest craze these days. I would like to think most people are smart enough to realize that you need to do more then just take a pill to lose weight and become healthier. Eating better and exercise are the two main ingredients of my diet pills and I know the side effects will actually benefit my body rather then giving me nasty diarrhea or make my eyes constantly water. But now that I think about it, the pills that give you the runs might be somewhat effective.

Coffee Machine

2009-01-19T13:36:00.000-08:00

Capresso machines are fantastic. My roommate brought one back with him after Christmas break that he had received for a present. Not being a huge coffee or espresso expert but I must say this machine makes delicious coffee and cappuccinos. So if you are in the market for a new coffee maker I would highly recommend going with one made by Capresso.

blogs and more blogs

2009-01-17T17:12:00.000-08:00

There are so many blogs out there on the World Wide Web. Everything from music and art to food, family or an electronics blog can be easily accessed. A lot of great, useful information can be found on all of these topics plus countless others. So next time you are wondering about something or looking for more information hop online and see if you can find out some information from people who have some experience or knowledge in that particular subject.

More Memory

2009-01-17T17:09:00.000-08:00

My work computer was running awfully slowly especially when changing from one application to another. A coworker said something to me one day after using my computer about how extremely slow it was and suggested I have one of the IT guys come take a look at. They added more computer memory to my PC and things have been running so much quicker and smoother since.

Gecko or Flo

2009-01-17T17:03:00.000-08:00

There are so many options out there these days where you can get auto insurance quotes. There are constantly commercials on the television for this company or that using a range of different advertising tactics from comedy to animals. Type in auto insurance quotes on the internet and hundreds of websites come up with all sorts of options to choose from. So when you are looking to insure your vehicle you have a lot more options then what were around just a few years ago.

Expensive Hobbies

2009-01-13T17:03:00.000-08:00

Nightforce rifle scopes are expensive! When walking around the local sporting goods store I stumbled into the hunting section and was checking out some of the guns and gun accessories they had. I left that aisle thinking that hunting would be one expensive hobby. I didn’t see the price of the ammunition, but if I bought the gun I probably wouldn’t be able to shoot it very often. I already have enough hobbies and find ways to spend all of my expendable funds anyway.

New Eyeglasses

2009-01-13T16:37:00.000-08:00

Well as I sit here squinting at my computer I start to think that perhaps it is time for me to see the eye doctor. My current set of eyeglasses has been sitting on my face for close to nine years now. So I would say that these glasses have served me well but it is time for an upgrade.

Fasciitis

2009-01-03T17:24:00.001-08:00

For pain caused by plantar fasciitis one can use night splints as a remedy to avoid morning pain. Night splints stretch and flex your foot and toes while you sleep and can greatly reduce your morning pain. It never is a good thing to start your day out with pain and discomfort when you roll out of bed. So if you suffer from plantar fasciitis and are looking for a solution to your morning foot discomfort and pain, look into using night splints while you sleep.

Computer Illiterate

2009-01-03T17:11:00.000-08:00

When it comes to computers and their accessories I am most definitely a “newbie” and words and such phrases like memory sticks, Eye-Fi and sd cards are lost on me. I have a very limited vocabulary when it comes to technological terms. I figure what’s the use building one up when in a matter of months everything you have learned will be somewhat outdated anyway?

External Hard Drive

2008-12-26T13:51:00.000-08:00

I received an external hard drive for Christmas this year. What a fantastic gift. I can store all of my music CDs and DVDs on the hard drive and not have to use all the space on my computers hard drive. It is also a smart idea to store any important information that you have stored on your personal computer and make a copy of it to store in a safe place like a safety deposit box away from your home in case of an emergency or natural disaster.

Be Prepared

2008-12-10T17:06:00.000-08:00

With the bad weather outside it is important to think about being prepared in case of an emergency. You don’t want to be stranded in the bitter cold with nothing to help you stay warm or get the attention of others. Having an ample supply of gas in the tank, a blanket and emergency light in the trunk and a hat and gloves for your head and hands can go a long way if you get stuck in the freezing winter weather. You could also just choose to reside in a region of the country where “winter weather” does not exist.

The Bathroom Light

2008-12-07T19:46:00.000-08:00

When shopping for bathroom light fixtures remember to give yourself plenty of time to shop because there are an outrageous amount of fixtures to choose from. I never really noticed things like light fixtures before, but ever since I did some shopping around to replace the fixture in my bathroom I find myself looking to see what other people have for light fixtures around their homes. I'm sure by next week I'll be back to my "normal" self and forget about all the different varieties of light fixtures and once again not look up at the ceiling to take notice.

Home Furniture

2008-12-02T12:22:00.000-08:00

There was a time in my life when I worked as a furniture mover. It was not my favorite job ever but I did enjoy seeing and learning about furniture and the business. I really took an interest to the Moroccan Furniture and its bright colors and interesting designs. I decided that when I have my own home and get to decorate it I would choose to use Moroccan Furniture and brighten up the rooms. I think it work great as a theme running throughout the house. Bedrooms, living rooms and kitchen all could be accented in beautiful Moroccan décor and furniture. I could get the place looking pretty classy!

Different X-Mas Lists

2008-11-25T14:11:00.000-08:00

What is all going on the old Christmas list this year? It sure isn’t the latest toys anymore like it once was long ago. I remember watching Saturday morning cartoons just waiting for the commercials to come on so I could add the latest micro machines or Star Wars figure to my growing list. Now if I want the latest product it absolutely has nothing to do with toys but rather technology or the latest in health care products. There was a time when my Christmas list would consist of baseball cards, hot wheels and toy guns but now it reads something like external hard drive, Leptorexin and socks.

Take the work out of the workout

2008-11-14T08:43:00.000-08:00

The invention of fat burners has given hope to thousands. But what about those people out there who do not want to change one thing about their lifestyle? Is there a product out there for them? Is there a pill you can take daily that allows you to watch the fat fall off of your body while still continuing your same diet and lack of exercise regiment? I’m willing to bet that there are a lot of folks that would love to take the work out of the workout.

Visit to the Western Store

2008-11-14T08:41:00.000-08:00

Ever walk into a store knowing nothing about the products they sell just to see what you can learn and to have a little fun? I find it is best to do this in a specialty store; my favorite example is the time a friend and I walked into a western store and started trying on cowboy hats and boots and sitting in saddles. It was a lot of fun asking the store clerk questions about cowboy fashion and the differences between English Saddles and Ranch Saddles and so on. The good thing was I think she got a kick out of us too.

Vegas Trip

2008-11-14T07:49:00.000-08:00

We took a family vacation out west one year and one of our stops along the way was Las Vegas Nevada. I was enthralled by what I saw, all the lights and people. The live shows taking place right on the streets, the hooker advertisements being handed to me and my brothers on all of the street corners. So much going on everywhere I looked. Turns out my folks didn’t appreciate the visit to Vegas as much as I did and they vowed never to go back again. But as karma has it, we were back a couple days later fixing a flat tire and I got to see the world’s largest vintage clothing store, my main objective of the entire trip!

Better Lifestyle

2008-11-04T05:00:00.000-08:00

I just ate at a greasy fast-food chain and I think I can actually feel the weight being added to my body. Yuck! Orovo Detox and a better diet to the rescue, in weeks I can be looking and feeling better. I think from now on I’ll continue on this healthy lifestyle and stay away from the burger joints and processed foods that are nightmares for the body.

Barstools for the dreamers

2008-11-04T04:45:00.000-08:00

Some great conversations have taken place while settled in on a barstool. The banter that occurs while rested on a barstool is often times quite entertaining and can lead the night down an array of different paths. People all across the world enjoy sitting back on a barstool and having a good time with friends old and new. So look for the place where they built the bar stools for dreamers and settle in for a memorable conversation.

Security

2008-10-16T19:40:00.000-07:00

Since we live in a world where obviously everybody wants to steal your stuff – it is essential to have your home guarded like Fort Knox with security systems. But really, let’s fight fire with fire. Why only have a security system with lasers and whistles. Why not upgrade to one that includes a hot iron, a nail on the stairs and a swinging bucket of paint. Wait, didn’t I see this in a movie one, or three times?

Is this French

2008-10-09T06:54:00.000-07:00

The word proactiv. Is it French, or just one of those trendy marketing names that's suppose to be pronounced Practive but the people behind it thought dropping the e would increase sales as everyone knows that the letter e is so out of styl. It's lik hat'n da franc individuals for not pronouncing all da parts of da word without actually acknowlg'n that I doing da sam thing ya know...

The Zit Conspiracy

2008-10-02T10:58:00.000-07:00

Everybody hates zits. So then why doesn’t everybody use acne treatment? Probably because one usually only gets mixed results – at best. Think about it: Why would a company whose sole income is based on people having zits really want you to get rid of our zits. If their product worked – and you no longer had zits – you would no longer need their product and thus they would be out of business. That’s right, I’m calling conspiracy theory. Zits are in fact caused by companies that claim to be concerned about clearing your face. Let’s get the torches and pitchforks…

A Good Investment

2008-09-25T22:49:00.000-07:00

There’s two ways of moving – doing it yourself and breaking your back, breaking your things and breaking your overall “we’re in a new home” spirit or simply hiring moving services to do this pain in the ass job for you. Sure, it cost money, but sometimes paying money to save yourself the hassle is the best investment you can make. They come in, back your stuff, move it, unpack it and even set it up – all while you lounge out on the floor with a nice cold beer…

Vegas Vegas Vegas

2008-09-18T21:56:00.000-07:00

Vegas Baby! The weather outside is starting to suck, which means its time to start planning those winter vacations. And, to tell you the honest truth – you’re getting a bit old for Disney World. And really, mice aren’t that cool. Why not try a grownup holiday – like to neon lit Vegas? Pack the van, book your Vegas hotels and take a gamble on something new.

Take this Job

2008-09-11T21:56:00.000-07:00

At one point or another, we have all done it – worked retail. Retail jobs aren’t bad. O.k., unless you are a manager or some type of glorified shelf stocker, the pay typically sucks. And let’s not even talk about the holiday season. When I worked retail – Spencer Gifts to be exact – I hated Christmas. And Halloween for that matter. You can’t imagine the people who scramble in at five in the morning just to get the latest version of an inflatable sex doll…

I'd Like to Buy A Future Please

2008-09-11T21:54:00.000-07:00

Futures trading – now that sounds like something any science fiction fan would appreciate (and something they might actually be good at). Think about it, instead of trading Star Trek cards or Star War trivia, you can actually trade the future. And not just the future, but futures – as in the plural form. That’s like a freak’n choose our own adventure book!

The It Man

2008-09-04T23:24:00.000-07:00

The economy sucks, but business must go on. And unless budget cuts mean going back to the stone age of paper and pencil, one area that ought to remain safe are IT jobs. Granted, computers seem to be replacing humans on all fronts, but – at least as of now – the one thing computers can not do is set themselves up or fix them. Thus, the IT person remains the it person.

Changing of the Gaurd

2008-09-04T23:23:00.000-07:00

The summer is done, the leaves are beginning to change and the weather becoming a bit more crisp. It can only mean one thing, right? College football season! But before you move to the cold parking lots of a college football stadium or onto the dusty overstuffed couch of your basement and plant yourself by the t.v., don’t forget to protect you summer style with outdoor furniture covers.

Air Jordan Tools

2008-08-28T23:51:00.000-07:00

Why settle for tools restricted by the rules of gravity when you can break the rules with air tools. Sounds like a sci-fi caper to me, or a new endorsement by Michael Jordan. Perhaps. But what I am talking about are tools that are operated by the power of air. Common examples include an air gun and an air vac. Why air tools? Well, they can function in ways other cannot – making getting the job done even easier.

Grow Up II

2008-08-21T07:44:00.000-07:00

Pimple cream comes in a wide range of types – from gels to pads, sticks to creams. At the most extreme, how about medication or even surgery? But let's get to the issue here - do any of these things really work? According to Jessica Simpson, a certain brand of treatment worked for her – which makes sense since she’s being paid to say it worked. Personally I think the best solution is either wait it out or a brown paper bag.

Cavemen

2008-08-13T06:13:00.000-07:00

It seems these days you can get car insurance anywhere and from anyone – or thing. From cavemen to geckos, every where you look someone has the best car insurance offer for you. And now you can even get your car insurance online. Looks like the days of the car insurance representative are limited – as could it be any easier than getting an online auto insurance quote. Maybe the representative will be the cavemen now??

2008-08-07T09:28:00.001-07:00

Who doesn’t like books? Granted, summer is coming to an end – but reading doesn’t have to be limited to summer time on the beach or poolside. In fact, winter seems like a better time to read. It is cold, dark and overall shitty outside – is there really anything better to do than go to your local bookstore, buy some books and hibernate on your couch until the spring sun decides to return?

Stinky Bars

2008-08-01T06:49:00.000-07:00

When one thinks of creating a home bar, one usually starts with the bar and bar stool, some nifty beer memorabilia, a refrigerator and shaker and, of course, the cases of beer and shelves of liquor. Then there’s the little things, like coasters, blenders, ice buckets and glasses. But, one of the most important components are bar sinks. Without the sink, your bar will stink.

Grow Up

2008-08-01T06:48:00.000-07:00

Acne treatments come in a wide range of types – from crèmes to gels, pads to pills, medication and even surgery. But the real question is which ones work, if any at all? According to Jessica Simpson, a certain brand of treatment worked for her – which makes sense since she’s being paid to say it worked. Personally I think the best acne treatment is to simply grow up.

Ha Ha Ha

2008-07-24T15:30:00.000-07:00

This past week I went with my parents, grandparents, wife and mother in law to the tiny town of Galena, Illinois. It's one of those historic towns with a surprisingly hip and diverse drag of boutique shops. But, of course, Galena would not be a tourist destination if it were not for the essential funny t-shirts shop. Although most of the sayings were cliche, my favorite was a 70s retro shirt showing a guy holding to mugs of beer and reading Draft Beer, Not Me!

Clutter

2008-07-18T09:43:00.001-07:00

When people ask me why I do not have children the answer is simple. I hate kids. Ok, that isn’t entirely true. It’s that kids are expensive and their stuff will quickly clutter up my flat and that constant mess will drive me insane. From strollers to toys, their stuff will slowly accumulate and infect one room at a time until it gets to the point that it looks like Toys ‘R Us threw up all over my apartment.

Saddle Up

2008-07-18T09:41:00.000-07:00

I hate horseback riding. It is not that I do not like horses. In fact, going horseback riding in the heart of the Rocky Mountains or along a secluded beach is really quite nice. It is just that horse back riding hurts – both your back and every other part of your body. Regardless of the type of saddles used, if one thing is for sure it is that the next week my entire body will hurt.

Knight Nick

2008-07-18T09:40:00.001-07:00

Ever since a little boy I have always had a dream that someday, when I grow up, I would take up the noble cause of being a knight. Granted, as time goes on and reality continues to set in, this Monty Python dream becomes more and more distant, there is no excuse to at least not pretend. With a suit of armor, now you can suit up and at least be a brave knight in the privacy of your own home.

More Work, Less Time

2008-07-11T06:57:00.000-07:00

It can be a real pain in the ass to have to coordinate your mobile phone, Blackberry, laptop and MP3 player. You only have to hands and all too often you need at least three to get the job done – even with the help of the latest technology. Bluetooth was created to help link these various media formats. And with Bluetooth speaker phones you can take a big step to getting everything done at once.

Upgrade my Music

2008-07-11T06:54:00.000-07:00

Compact Discs are a thing of the past. Today, every thing musical is digital and, for the most part, it seems that all digital music is somehow associated with Apple. From the iTunes store to the plethora of ipods and ipod accessories available, if you do not have an Apple, you are simply living in the vinyl era an in need of an upgrade.

Save Money

2008-07-11T06:51:00.000-07:00

Everybody loves to take photos and to save money. The benefit of taking photos in the digital age is you no longer have to worry about such nuances as costs of film. On the other hand, you now end up taking more pictures – which translates into higher costs for developing your pictures. But, using such Internet sites as Snapfish, you can save money, especially when using Snapfish coupons.

On the Cheap

2008-07-04T09:45:00.000-07:00

Gas prices are out of this world. The stock market sucks and the economy has left a bit to be desired. Add to this the fact the United States dollar has become pocket change in Europe and it is looking like the “perfect” time for a summer holiday vacation. But, it is summer and traveling we must go. So why not save some money by checking into cheap hotels as you make your way across the vacation map?

Fix'n Time

2008-07-04T09:44:00.000-07:00

Summertime is the time to fix those long neglected home repairs. From the leaky faucet to the torn screen to that annoyingly squeaky door – there is always something that needs to be fixed. With the right door hardware, you can quickly fix that squeaky door hinge and be on your way to a cold beer next to the pool, that is if your refrigerator is working and the pool pump is not broken…

Vegas Baby

2008-06-19T22:37:00.001-07:00

It is officially summer time, which means for many of us it is time for a vacation. But with the dollar being so low, traveling overseas does not really make sense – nor is it really affordable. So why not head for the city lights and try your luck with a Las Vegas travel vacation? Who needs to go to Paris when Eifel Tower is right in the middle of the Vegas strip? Better yet, the Vegas version of Paris has slot machines!

Where Sales are a Crime

2008-06-12T08:17:00.000-07:00

Here’s a strange little rule of Belgium – one of the many found on the pages of its massive Bureaucratic Book of Pointless and Senseless Rules: Stores can only have sales during two specified parts of the year. That’s right, no sale ads and shopping around for the best deal. Its January and July if you want to find a bargain. Sure, there’s discounts throughout the year – but no real, open the store early ‘cause we’re slashing prices type of sales.

Memory Booster

2008-06-01T01:51:00.000-07:00

Computer memory can be hard to come by. With photos, music and movies all becoming digital, chances are your computer’s memory is quickly being taken up. Thankfully, unlike human memory, you can buy more memory for your computer. With ram, or random accessible memory, you can easily store all your music, movies, documents and photos on your computer without slowing it down.

Tan Not Zits

2008-06-01T01:50:00.000-07:00

When it gets hot outside you start to sweat more. And as you start to sweat more, the more likely you’ll start breaking out in zits. But there’s no need to ruin you summer tan with a face full of acne. With the right acne treatment you can be proactive at preventing the unsightly effects of acne and show off your tan instead of hiding your zits.

Smog Busters

2008-06-01T01:49:00.000-07:00

Add big city smog and humidity and you get some pretty dirty air. Today, air pollution and smog alerts seem to be just another part of life – regardless of whether you are living in the city or the country. To help protect you from these dangers, along with just giving you some clean refreshing air to breath, you need Austin Air air purifiers.

Mouse Time

2008-06-01T01:48:00.001-07:00

Although it may not seem right, now is actually one of the best times to take an Orlando vacations. As summer is considered the off-season in Orlando, you can often find great air tickets and hotel rates – meaning you save a whole lot of money. More so, all the great Orlando attractions are still going full speed – including Sea World, Disney World and MGM Studios.

Signs of Summer

2008-05-22T23:51:00.000-07:00

As summer time has arrived so has the season for sitting outside under the summer sky. And there’s no more of an enjoyable time to do this than during those cool summer evenings. Whether sitting on the porch or around a backyard bonfire, with the right outdoor lighting the night becomes even more enjoyable. Subtle lights along the walkway or seductive candle lighting – they’re all sure signs of summer.

Dripping Insanity

2008-05-22T23:50:00.001-07:00

There’s nothing more annoying than leaky kitchen faucets. It’s like water torture – that constant yet subtle drip, drip drip. It just doesn’t stop. No matter how much you try to tighten, screw or adjust, the damn thing keeps on dripping. It seems like the only thing you can do is tear it out of the wall and install a new one. But, just give it time and even the new one will start to drip.

Zits

2008-05-15T23:15:00.000-07:00

Think back on all the pain you put your face through trying to find the best acne treatment. From burning to scalding, foamy to creamy, roll on to washing – does any of it really work to solve the ugly realities of being a teenager? In fact, I always had this hunch that these products in fact caused acne – thus proliferating the problem and therefore requiring you to by more of their products.

Toy News

2008-05-15T23:13:00.000-07:00

Remember as a kid how the exciting weekend were as this was not only the time of no school and Saturday morning cartoons but also the arrival of the Sunday newspaper. Newspaper? Yes, the Sunday morning newspaper. Not for the news or stock quotes but for the ads – those colorful glossy pages filled with the latest toys at reduced prices. This was a child’s news…

Buy Online

2008-05-15T23:11:00.000-07:00

With the proliferation of online shopping websites, it becomes increasingly difficult to figure out which sites are legit, which ones are questionable and which ones should just be avoided altogether. One of the main concerns when shopping online is trying to find where to get the best buy on a product. Just like regular shopping, this takes time – visiting such online stores as buy.com, comparing prices, evaluating shipping costs and reviewing return policies.