Today I Learned . . .
With my new toaster oven you have to:
1. Set the temperature at which you want to cook
2. Set the dial for the type of cooking you want (i.e. Bake)
And then, if you want it to work, you have to set a third dial for how long to cook, or reverse the dial from zero for unlimited cooking.
Tuesday, August 06, 2013
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-08-06)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Why does someone's request that I change something I've designed, inevitably go wrong on me?
Are my various injuries arrived at by the philosophy described in the NIN's song "Hurt" that goes, "I hurt myself today, to see if I still feel. I focus on the pain, the only thing that's real."
Are my various injuries arrived at by the philosophy described in the NIN's song "Hurt" that goes, "I hurt myself today, to see if I still feel. I focus on the pain, the only thing that's real."
Why do I still do this?
Monday, August 05, 2013
Today I Learned . . . (2013-08-05)
Today I Learned . . .
In National Lampoon's Vacation, after Clark jumps the car and they crash, Clark goes up a hill to have a "talk" with Rusty. If you watch in the background you can see Audrey trying to find a bush behind which to go to the bathroom.
In National Lampoon's Vacation, after Clark jumps the car and they crash, Clark goes up a hill to have a "talk" with Rusty. If you watch in the background you can see Audrey trying to find a bush behind which to go to the bathroom.
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-08-05)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
How do I get the hot tub to stop erroring on FEF? And what exactly does it mean anyway?
How do I get the hot tub to stop erroring on FEF? And what exactly does it mean anyway?
The Daily Affirmation (2013-08-05)
The Daily Affirmation
In the light of a new day I have accomplished things that last night foiled me:
1) I have stretched my Washingtion Nationals hat which was just a little too small (even though its the same listed size as all my other hats)
2) I found the hex key I dropped last night
3) I have cut down the table that caused me to lose the hex key in the first place
In the light of a new day I have accomplished things that last night foiled me:
1) I have stretched my Washingtion Nationals hat which was just a little too small (even though its the same listed size as all my other hats)
2) I found the hex key I dropped last night
3) I have cut down the table that caused me to lose the hex key in the first place
Sunday, August 04, 2013
The Daily Affirmation (2013-08-04)
The Daily Affirmation
I got my Yahoo draft team assigned, complete with Peyton Manning as my quarterback.
I got my Yahoo draft team assigned, complete with Peyton Manning as my quarterback.
Act Of Caring (2013-08-04)
Act Of Caring
I emptied the dishwasher and changed the light bulb in my bedroom this morning.
When the hot tub stopped working properly I tried a few things to fix it, instead of just giving up.
I emptied the dishwasher and changed the light bulb in my bedroom this morning.
When the hot tub stopped working properly I tried a few things to fix it, instead of just giving up.
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-08-04)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
What do I try next to fix the hot tub?
Should I try the other blade on the table?
Should I order jerseys?
What do I try next to fix the hot tub?
Should I try the other blade on the table?
Should I order jerseys?
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Saturday, August 03, 2013
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-08-03)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Am I too fussy?
Is the reason for my seeming inability to fully heal from the slings and arrows that beset me, because I've allowed my chronic stress to run me to Exhaustion, such that my body has no energy left to recover?
Am I too fussy?
Is the reason for my seeming inability to fully heal from the slings and arrows that beset me, because I've allowed my chronic stress to run me to Exhaustion, such that my body has no energy left to recover?
Act Of Caring (2013-08-03)
Act Of Caring
I both cut the grass and picked up ground apples tonight after my bike ride.
I both cut the grass and picked up ground apples tonight after my bike ride.
La Connexion Francaise (2013-08-03)
La Connexion Francaise
denombrément
Je n'aime pas les médicaments mais les médicaments aime moi.
denombrément
Je n'aime pas les médicaments mais les médicaments aime moi.
Friday, August 02, 2013
La Connexion Francaise (2013-08-02)
La Connexion Francaise
denombrément
Pourquoi suis-je si fatigué ce soir?
denombrément
Pourquoi suis-je si fatigué ce soir?
The Daily Affirmation (2013-08-02)
The Daily Affirmation
It felt good to have my work in hand and go home early on a long weekend Friday
It felt good to have my work in hand and go home early on a long weekend Friday
The Daily Photo (2013-08-02)
The Daily Photo
I'm building up quite the impressive injury to my hand/wrist
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I'm building up quite the impressive injury to my hand/wrist
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Today I Learned . . . (2013-08-02)
Today I Learned . . .
Thursday, August 01, 2013
The Daily Affirmation (2013-08-01)
The Daily Affirmation
We didn't win at slo-pitch tonight but everyone played great and both games were close, going down to the last inning to decide things.
We didn't win at slo-pitch tonight but everyone played great and both games were close, going down to the last inning to decide things.
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-08-01)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Am I the only one noticing that I'm a clear and present danger to my own health and well-being?
Am I the only one noticing that I'm a clear and present danger to my own health and well-being?
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Today I Learned . . . (2013-07-31)
Today I Learned . . .
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-31)
The Daily Affirmation
My sister gave me a great idea for a supper (barbecue pork chops) but I needed something to go with it. I knew I wanted a rice dish so I set my brain loose to think of an idea. And almost immediately it brought to mind something I used to cook but hadn't in awhile. Good job Brain!
My sister gave me a great idea for a supper (barbecue pork chops) but I needed something to go with it. I knew I wanted a rice dish so I set my brain loose to think of an idea. And almost immediately it brought to mind something I used to cook but hadn't in awhile. Good job Brain!
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-31)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Can you catch a bag of air?
Can you buy a chair cushion for an office chair?
Just how inconvenient is a body cast?
Can you catch a bag of air?
Can you buy a chair cushion for an office chair?
Just how inconvenient is a body cast?
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-30)
The Daily Affirmation
It still escapes my ability to describe but the good times carry on.
It still escapes my ability to describe but the good times carry on.
Act Of Caring (2013-07-30)
Act Of Caring
Instead of killing a fly that came in while I was passing through the back door, I coaxed it to the door frame and let it back outside.
Instead of killing a fly that came in while I was passing through the back door, I coaxed it to the door frame and let it back outside.
Today I Learned . . . (2013-07-30)
Today I Learned . . .
When making a joint at a victaulic connection, the two pipe ends are supposed to butt into each other.
When making a joint at a victaulic connection, the two pipe ends are supposed to butt into each other.
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-30)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Could I be as effective if my computer work area was draped over by a blanket to keep my hands warm?
I need to think of something that captivates my interest that doesn't cost money?
Could I be as effective if my computer work area was draped over by a blanket to keep my hands warm?
I need to think of something that captivates my interest that doesn't cost money?
Monday, July 29, 2013
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-29)
The Daily Affirmation
I can't put it into words in the form of examples but today was a good day.
I can't put it into words in the form of examples but today was a good day.
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-29)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
What if everything that had to get done, was done by robots?
What if everything that had to get done, was done by robots?
Sunday, July 28, 2013
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-28)
The Daily Affirmation
My lack of ambition has been blown away but an afternoon of activity.
My lack of ambition has been blown away but an afternoon of activity.
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Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-28)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
If I got a tapeworm, would I lose weight?
Why can't I remember that it feels good to exercise, when I'm lying down feeling miserable?
Why can't I remember that it feels good to exercise, when I'm lying down feeling miserable?
Saturday, July 27, 2013
La Connexion Francaise (2013-07-27)
La Connexion Francaise
dénombrement
Je veux quelque chose je ne peux pas obtenir.
dénombrement
Je veux quelque chose je ne peux pas obtenir.
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Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-27)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Why aren't any of the soldiers in GI Joe wearing helmets?
Why aren't any of the soldiers in GI Joe wearing helmets?
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-27)
The Daily Affirmation
We didn't win tonight, but I had a lot of fun playing with a group of people that are really coming together as a team.
We didn't win tonight, but I had a lot of fun playing with a group of people that are really coming together as a team.
Friday, July 26, 2013
The Daily Photo (2013-07-26)
The Daily Photo
I look like a damn hippie hobo!!
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Someone's getting raspberries
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I was hoping this was going to turn out better
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I look like a damn hippie hobo!!
Someone's getting raspberries
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I was hoping this was going to turn out better
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Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-26)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Should I go to a nutritionist for a diet plan?
Why won't my body recover from injuries like it used to 18 months ago? Can I train my way out of this?
Would my spiritual malaise come to a conclusion if my body didn't spurn me every day?
Should I go to a nutritionist for a diet plan?
Why won't my body recover from injuries like it used to 18 months ago? Can I train my way out of this?
Would my spiritual malaise come to a conclusion if my body didn't spurn me every day?
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-26)
The Daily Affirmation
I finished a lengthy book on Buddhism today.
The Shockers wind-up was kind of low-key but in the final analysis I think I enjoyed it more that way.
I finished a lengthy book on Buddhism today.
The Shockers wind-up was kind of low-key but in the final analysis I think I enjoyed it more that way.
Act Of Caring (2013-07-26)
Act Of Caring
I picked up garbage and made ice in the kitchen at work this morning.
I picked up garbage and made ice in the kitchen at work this morning.
Thursday, July 25, 2013
La Connexion Francaise (2013-07-25)
La Connexion Francaise
Nous presque avons gagné un score élevé match du slo-pitch ce soir.
Nous presque avons gagné un score élevé match du slo-pitch ce soir.
Act Of Caring (2013-07-25)
Act Of Caring
I took someone aside and coached them to compose themselves when they'd clearly lost perspective on the game we were playing.
I took someone aside and coached them to compose themselves when they'd clearly lost perspective on the game we were playing.
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-25)
The Daily Affirmation
Even when it all goes wrong, at least my hot tub makes me feel better.
Even when it all goes wrong, at least my hot tub makes me feel better.
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-24)
The Daily Affirmation
For an all too brief period of time, I did not feel alone.
For an all too brief period of time, I did not feel alone.
La Connexion Francaise (2013-07-24)
La Connexion Francaise
dénombrement
Elle a dit, ça changera votre vie. Il l'a fait.
Leur dit c'est mon fete!
dénombrement
Elle a dit, ça changera votre vie. Il l'a fait.
Leur dit c'est mon fete!
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Today I Learned . . . (2013-07-24)
Today I Learned . . .
I need to keep my feet slightly closer together when swinging a golf club.
Act Of Caring (2013-07-24)
Act Of Caring
When I stopped at the light it wasn't with any particular car about spacing. But someone came up behind me and were positioned such that I realized they wanted to turn right. So I moved up tight to the truck in front of me so that the car behind me could turn right. 3 additional cars also turned right.
When I stopped at the light it wasn't with any particular car about spacing. But someone came up behind me and were positioned such that I realized they wanted to turn right. So I moved up tight to the truck in front of me so that the car behind me could turn right. 3 additional cars also turned right.
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
La Connexion Francaise (2013-07-23)
La Connexion Francaise
dénombrement
Je compte en français tous jour maintenant.
dénombrement
Je compte en français tous jour maintenant.
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-23)
The Daily Affirmation
I went a 1/2 hour early, thinking that would be plenty of time. I actually ended up sitting near the front, as it was one of the few seats left. But it turned out great because it made all the 3D effects really amazing!
I went a 1/2 hour early, thinking that would be plenty of time. I actually ended up sitting near the front, as it was one of the few seats left. But it turned out great because it made all the 3D effects really amazing!
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-23)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Do I struggle with other people because they don't understand me, or because I can't figure them out?
Do I struggle with other people because they don't understand me, or because I can't figure them out?
Today I Learned . . . (2013-07-23)
Today I Learned . . .
If I put my cell phone near my Illuma Storm static electical ball/toy, it starts executing random tasks..
If I put my cell phone near my Illuma Storm static electical ball/toy, it starts executing random tasks..
Monday, July 22, 2013
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-22)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
When should I go to see 'Pacific Rim'?
What if the ultimate purpose of the universe is to achieve a greater level of kindness, and everything that happens, no matter how tragic or random it may seem to us, actually advances that purpose?
When should I go to see 'Pacific Rim'?
What if the ultimate purpose of the universe is to achieve a greater level of kindness, and everything that happens, no matter how tragic or random it may seem to us, actually advances that purpose?
Today I Learned . . . (2013-07-22)
Today I Learned . . .
If you attempt to /Mirror/ a complex 3D model in AutoCAD while in the "Hidden" Visual Style the process will slow a computer down to such a degree as to make the operation impossible.
If you attempt to /Mirror/ a complex 3D model in AutoCAD while in the "Hidden" Visual Style the process will slow a computer down to such a degree as to make the operation impossible.
Sunday, July 21, 2013
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-21)
The Daily Affirmation
37-0 is a nice way to close out a weekend.
I've watched a lot of movies this weekend. I'm okay with that.
How do I find a mechanic that will help me fine-tune my car, without taking all my money from me?
37-0 is a nice way to close out a weekend.
I've watched a lot of movies this weekend. I'm okay with that.
How do I find a mechanic that will help me fine-tune my car, without taking all my money from me?
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La Connexion Francaise (2013-07-21)
La Connexion Francaise
dénombrement
Je peux compter en français.
dénombrement
Je peux compter en français.
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-21)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
If they gassed chickens instead of chopping their head off, would the meat taste different?
If I were to get a new Riders football jersey, what player should I get?
If they gassed chickens instead of chopping their head off, would the meat taste different?
If I were to get a new Riders football jersey, what player should I get?
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Today I Learned . . . (2013-07-20)
Today I Learned . . .
I like pitches on the outside of the plate, preferably low.
I like pitches on the outside of the plate, preferably low.
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-20)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Do I want to fix the clutch on my Mustang this summer? And if so, the standard clutch or the performance type that it had when I bought it?
How do I capitalize on more possibilities?
Do I want to fix the clutch on my Mustang this summer? And if so, the standard clutch or the performance type that it had when I bought it?
How do I capitalize on more possibilities?
Friday, July 19, 2013
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-19)
The Daily Affirmation
We pulled out a big win in the second game of slo-pitch tonight.
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-19)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
How do I get to a world without pain?
How do you find something that's lost, when your only guide is proof it was ordered and your memory of seeing it, however it has subsequently been moved?
How can I more effectively aerate my smelly sports gear?
How can I more effectively aerate my smelly sports gear?
Thursday, July 18, 2013
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-18)
The Daily Affirmation
I was finally, mercifully relieved of being Chair for my APEGS committee.
We got a letter of award for 1 of the 2 projects I crushed myself doing at the end of June.
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
Act Of Caring (2013-07-16)
Act Of Caring
I must have checked that tire at least 50 times since the last time I noticed it was flat. Every time it looked fine. Then something made me take the long way back to the front door of my house tonight. I wanted to check the tire again. At first glance it seemed fine. I was tempted to just walk away. I couldn't shake that nagging sense I was overlooking something. So I took my ball stuff inside, and came out to check the tire. For whatever reason I knew it was low. It "looked" alright but I wasn't convinced. I drove to the Co-op and when I checked all the tires, every one was fine . . . except the passenger rear tire. It had only 12 psi. Feeling vindicated I filled it up and drove home.
I must have checked that tire at least 50 times since the last time I noticed it was flat. Every time it looked fine. Then something made me take the long way back to the front door of my house tonight. I wanted to check the tire again. At first glance it seemed fine. I was tempted to just walk away. I couldn't shake that nagging sense I was overlooking something. So I took my ball stuff inside, and came out to check the tire. For whatever reason I knew it was low. It "looked" alright but I wasn't convinced. I drove to the Co-op and when I checked all the tires, every one was fine . . . except the passenger rear tire. It had only 12 psi. Feeling vindicated I filled it up and drove home.
Today I Learned . . . (2013-07-16)
Today I Learned . . .
The rejection of arsenic by an RO membrane is pH dependent.
The rejection of arsenic by an RO membrane is pH dependent.
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-16)
The Daily Affirmation
Walking onto the grass at twenty to six, it seemed by my figuring that we had six players for tonight's ball game. As the ball struck the plate for the first time tonight, we had a full diamond of ten. This, to me, was an exultation.
Walking onto the grass at twenty to six, it seemed by my figuring that we had six players for tonight's ball game. As the ball struck the plate for the first time tonight, we had a full diamond of ten. This, to me, was an exultation.
Monday, July 15, 2013
The Daily Photo (2013-07-15)
The Daily Photo
Where can I buy more of this thing? (not Bazaar & Novelty as that's obviously where this came from)
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Where can I buy more of this thing? (not Bazaar & Novelty as that's obviously where this came from)
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Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-15)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
If I was Superman, would I still be afraid of heights, seeing as how I can fly?
If I was Superman, would I still be afraid of heights, seeing as how I can fly?
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-14)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Should I buy the parts and build a little switch for this lamp whose switch no longer works, or should I just buy a new lamp?
Should I buy the parts and build a little switch for this lamp whose switch no longer works, or should I just buy a new lamp?
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La Connexion Francaise (2013-07-14)
La Connexion Francaise
Et tout pourrait changer comme ça.
Et toutes ces années passent si vite, mais
Rien ne dure pour toujours.
Voici pour nous,
Voici aimer,
Et tout pourrait changer comme ça.
Et toutes ces années passent si vite, mais
Rien ne dure pour toujours.
Voici pour nous,
Voici aimer,
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-13)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Why do I treat myself so poorly?
Why do I treat myself so poorly?
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Today I Learned . . . (2013-07-13)
Today I Learned . . .
Fuddruckers is no less popular than when it opened when I was a child in the 1980's.
The Eagles were once the back-up band to Linda Ronstadt.
The Eagles were once the back-up band to Linda Ronstadt.
Friday, July 12, 2013
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-12)
The Daily Affirmation
Any day where you drive a Porsche really stupid fast is gonna have to go down in the books as a good day.
Any day where you drive a Porsche really stupid fast is gonna have to go down in the books as a good day.
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-12)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
Would I even want to be rich if I could be?
Thursday, July 11, 2013
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The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-11)
The Daily Affirmation
I didn't actually watch much of it but the Riders pulled out a big win tonight.
I didn't actually watch much of it but the Riders pulled out a big win tonight.
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
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The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-10)
The Daily Affirmation
We didn't win but it feels like a victory to have pulled a team together from the basic shreds of nothing tonight.
We didn't win but it feels like a victory to have pulled a team together from the basic shreds of nothing tonight.
Today I Learned . . . (2013-07-10)
Today I Learned . . .
British Columbia has the most Indian reserves in Canada.
British Columbia has the most Indian reserves in Canada.
Tuesday, July 09, 2013
Today I Learned . . . (2013-07-09)
Today I Learned . . .
If you drag a folder to the Task Bar in Windows 7 it makes it accessible from the Windows Explorer icon on the Task Bar.
Sunday, July 07, 2013
Act Of Caring (2013-07-07)
Act Of Caring
I had a chance to absolutely crush someone with a body check tonight. I don't think they'd have called it, and I would have had the ball with a breakaway down the right side. Instead of charging into the hit, I played it soft, tied him up at the blue line with the ball, and stole it away to pass it, however the chance for a breakaway was lost.
I had a chance to absolutely crush someone with a body check tonight. I don't think they'd have called it, and I would have had the ball with a breakaway down the right side. Instead of charging into the hit, I played it soft, tied him up at the blue line with the ball, and stole it away to pass it, however the chance for a breakaway was lost.
Blog Question(s) Of The Day (2013-07-07)
Blog Question(s) Of The Day
If I planted a full, ripened apple from my apple tree, plucked from the tree, not fallen on the ground to rot, could I grew a second, complete full apple tree in my yard over the course of many years?
If I planted a full, ripened apple from my apple tree, plucked from the tree, not fallen on the ground to rot, could I grew a second, complete full apple tree in my yard over the course of many years?
The Daily Affirmation (2013-07-07)
The Daily Affirmation
I scored another goal in ball hockey and am now on a 3-game streak.
I scored another goal in ball hockey and am now on a 3-game streak.
La Connexion Francaise (2013-07-07)
La Connexion Francaise
pareil - such
rendre - to return
lorsque - when/during
malgré - despite
J'ai terminé autre livre au francais.
pareil - such
rendre - to return
lorsque - when/during
malgré - despite
J'ai terminé autre livre au francais.