December 2008
71 posts
10 words that will help you win at Scrabble
influent:
candiedjamz:
1. Aa. And I don’t mean the acronym for Alcoholics Anonymous, either. Aa is “basaltic lava having a rough surface.”
2. Qat – a flowering plant native to East Africa and the Arabian peninsula.
3. Zax – a slater or slate mason, or the tool used to cut and punch nail holes in roofing slate.
4. Cwm – a valley, especially one created by glacial movement. Be warned: this...
Putting a Price on Procrastination →
(via CNN.com)
Annoying Cliche
You know what really annoys me? When someone wants to get “a set of fresh eyes” on something. It just sounds gross and it’s played out. Please don’t say that anymore.
Adventures in Grilling
I’ve never grilled a steak before. I have always been scared of ruining a great piece of meat. My dad always handles the grilling duties when we make dinner at home. He had a late deposition so I got a chance to make some magic.
My mom picked up a few big pieces of filet mignon for herself, my dad, Erin, and myself. Good filet doesn’t require much more than salt and ground pepper but...
Sickest Sports Betting Push of the Season
Carolina -2 vs. New Orleans.
Car 30 - NO 10 in the 4th. Final score: Car 33 - NO 31.
I needed a field goal with 1 second remaining to PUSH that bet. So sick.
Reflecting on 2008
I had a pretty good 2008:
Ran almost 400 miles
Competed in my first triathlon
Found an awesome development partner (fluidbyte.net)
Worked on some pretty cool design projects and improved my game
Survived another year with my girlfriend via long distance
Spent another fun-filled weekend in Vegas with Barrister and Akins
I hope 2009 is even better. I have a few goals in place already:
Run...
Dogs 101: Great Dane →
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EcoSmart Fire →
(via Sarah)
These look really cool.
Saudi judge refuses to annul marriage of girl, 8 →
Let’s keep transferring wealth to this country at a historic rate. Let’s continue to empower this culture. It’s going to be great for the world as our position continues to erode.
Pope likens "saving" gays to saving the rainforest →
VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Pope Benedict said on Monday that saving humanity from homosexual or transsexual behavior was just as important as saving the rainforest from destruction.
Why am I so cynical about the Catholic Church? Because it’s a divisive, ignorant organization that is outmoded and only as relevant as it’s followers allow it to be.
KegWorks →
Overweight And Obese US Drivers Burn An Extra 200... →
(via lukees)
The Whopper Virgins
Have you seen that Burger King commercial where they claim to have conducted the most “pure taste test ever” by having indigenous peoples from the third world taste each and decide which is better?
Do you realize that the culinary traditions of third world indigenous peoples generally include organ meat from animals that the affluent in their country don’t want to eat? Yeah,...
40 Excellent Blog Designs →
(via influent)
This link is on my clipboard right now and I was seriously just about to blog this. Reblogged instead! Influent = speedy.
Request for 2009
If you’re a designer, in 2009, please don’t describe something you’ve done as ‘fresh’. That is the most played-out and idiotic description of a design element there is. You sound like a child and a moron when you say it.
Just stop.
The Most Beautiful Place on Earth →
(via CNN.com)
Dingle, Ireland—It’s been…damn…9 years since I’ve been to Dingle. I can attest to its beauty but I think the Northwest is probably a little more striking. Actually, nevermind, the whole country is the most beautiful place on Earth.
A List Apart: Articles: The Discipline of Content... →
Best of Business Stationary, Letterhead & Business... →
print design inspiration. business card, flyer,... →
Dreams really do come true!
From McG: I’ll throw in $1,000 if you will. Maybe we can get it. Give another $50 to Freeman to pilot it, and go from there. —- Story: For sale: one riverboat Robert E. Lee to go to highest bidder With the auction of the former Kimmswick riverboat, the Lt. Robert E. Lee, scheduled for Friday, auctioneers hope to see more interest from Jefferson County buyers. Nick Pacino, territory...
“9. Get Out and Exercise — A Duke University study shows that exercise may...”
– 10 Things Scientists Say Will Make You Happier
In the two years I’ve been running regularly, I’ve felt noticably better. It’s one cog in the machine but it’s an important one. All the meth I’ve been smoking helps too.
The power of smart copywriting →
(via Seth Godin’s Blog)
I don’t want to add a bunch of thoughts on top of this blog entry but I do want to emphasize how little copy is valued by just about all clients I’ve ever worked for. I hope to change that in the future.
2008 Year in Pictures →
(via weasel via MSNBC.com)
I love seeing these every year.
Best Modernist (American) Architecture →
(via weasel via Esquire)
Zombies hit Millennium Park →
(via weasel via Chicago Sun-Times)
Angry Iraqi throws shoes at Bush
This is insane and totally hilarious! Check out the look on Bush’s face!
Slumdog Millionaire OST
Just snagged Slumdog’s soundtrack and it’s just awesome. I will post some of the tracks in the next few days so you guys can listen.
Slumdog Millionaire
Grade: A+
I absolutely loved this movie. I can’t wait to get my hands on the soundtrack.
St. Patrick's Day Tour
Anyone want to go see Flogging Molly on February 25 at the Pageant? I’m going if I have to go by myself.
Heavenly Lip Balm →
(via TMQ)
Unbelievable.