November 2008
30 posts
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The New Risk: Are you man enough? →
I know that one of my favorite games, Risk, is not the most politically correct board game (what other game allows you to make racist jokes during conquests?); however this re-marketing really takes the cake.  No I am not man enough… I’m a woman.  Good job reenforcing gender divisions in the 21st Century, Hasbro!  
Nov 30th
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Nov 30th
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Nov 29th
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We’re Going to Party Like It’s 1929 →
Holiday downsizing… Parties on the cheap!
Nov 29th
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Nov 29th
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Microwave Scrambled Eggs
I’ve always wanted to try easier ways of cooking food (because I’m super lazy).  Today, I just microwave-scrambled eggs and there are mixed feelings.   Cons  1. Just about as time consuming as standing over a frying pan.   2. Fear of undercooked eggs and salmonella  Pros 1. Only need to wash ONE bowl 2. Easier to control the heat in the microwave than on my silly electric burner...
Nov 29th
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Nov 28th
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“I miss Thanksgiving and Black Friday… makeshift London celebrations are...”
Nov 28th
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Sex Toys Stolen from Recycling Program →
A box of used sex toys has been stolen from LoveHoney, an online adult store. The toys were left in a box outside the company’s Bath, England office over the weekend and were destined for recycling. (LoveHoney’s Rabbit Amnesty program allows customers to send back dead vibrators and receive a new one for half price. So far 5 tons of used toys have been recycled.) LoveHoney warns,...
Nov 26th
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“Human language is like a cracked kettle on which we beat out tunes for bears to...”
– Gustave Flaubert
Nov 26th
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Complaints of a LEGO Purist
xhotin: you know what bothers me?
xhotin: the fence is not kosher lego
xhotin: they drilled holes in the beams
shelleroo: lollll
Nov 25th
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LEGO Concentration Camp →
Controversial artwork that is also perfect for children 6 and up.   Thanks xhotin!
Nov 25th
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Nov 25th
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Nov 24th
In Rome, Starling Stalkers Try to Scare the Birds... →
Nov 24th
“In Saudi, yes, it’s a challenge,” said the group’s lead singer, Lamia, who has...”
– As Taboos Ease, Saudi Girl Group Dares to Rock - NYTimes.com
Nov 24th
“Take it easy on the kid, SilverFox316; everybody kills Hitler on their first...”
– Desmond Warzel (Wikihistory)   Lol I love this short story about time travelling.  
Nov 24th
Nov 23rd
“The palest ink is better than the best memory.”
– Chinese Proverb
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Nov 21st
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“Sony knew the economy was going to hell back in February. How? Camcorder sales...”
– Gizmodo quoting Jay Vandenbree, president of Sony Electronics Consumer Sales (via marco) Camcorders are not the only discretionary purchases people forego in times of crises though.  There are probably lots of other luxuries such as consumer electronics, Starbucks and movies, etc.  I’ve been...
Nov 21st
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Nov 21st
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“Happy people spend a lot of time socializing, going to church and reading...”
– - Roni Caryn Rabin (via nytimes.com) Hmmm… I watch a lot of tv.  
Nov 20th
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Nov 19th
“If General Motors, Ford and Chrysler get the bailout that their chief executives...”
– Mitt Romney (nytimes.com) I just learned about bankruptcy in class yesterday and although there are many disadvantages associated with chapter 11, this actually might be the best route for the American auto industry.  Tossing money at them is not the right solution, but rather the companies need to...
Nov 19th
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“Over the past decade, millions of Americans have had unprecedented access to...”
–  David Brooks (nytimes.com)
Nov 19th
Animal Videos :) →
I’ve watch most of these videos on youtube but the one with the hamster is so cute! :)
Nov 18th
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Nov 10th
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