Blog Question Of The Day
Why does everyone want to race me in my sports car(s)?
Friday, May 27, 2016
Thursday, May 26, 2016
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-26)
Blog Question Of The Day
Why does nothing turn out even remotely close to the way I intend it to be?
Why does nothing turn out even remotely close to the way I intend it to be?
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
La Connexion Francaise (2016-05-25)
La Connexion Francaise
coucher = to lay down
jambe = leg
envoyer = to send
sauter = to jump
Dénombrement en français
Je ne veux pas courir.
coucher = to lay down
jambe = leg
envoyer = to send
sauter = to jump
Dénombrement en français
Je ne veux pas courir.
The Daily Affirmation (2016-05-25)
The Daily Affirmation
I believe I have isolated all the variables that will let me figure out the design flow parameter of Dow membranes.
I really enjoyed Captain America: Civil War.
I believe I have isolated all the variables that will let me figure out the design flow parameter of Dow membranes.
I really enjoyed Captain America: Civil War.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-25)
Blog Question Of The Day
Where can I find a (good) replacement goalie for the Maroons to finish out the spring season?
Where can I find a (good) replacement goalie for the Maroons to finish out the spring season?
Today I Learned . . . (2016-05-25)
Today I Learned . . .
It is possible to solve for the design values of membrane performance by manipulating the simulation software.
It is possible to solve for the design values of membrane performance by manipulating the simulation software.
Act of Caring (2016-05-25)
Act of Caring
On behalf of my team mates, and not for reasons based on my own emotion, I submitted a protest letter regarding our contested game last week.
On behalf of my team mates, and not for reasons based on my own emotion, I submitted a protest letter regarding our contested game last week.
Tuesday, May 24, 2016
The Daily Affirmation (2016-05-24)
The Daily Affirmation
I appear to have solved how to get the A value for a Dow membrane.
I appear to have solved how to get the A value for a Dow membrane.
Today I Learned . . . (2016-05-24)
Today I Learned . . .
While earlier information seemed to suggest that the A values for several Dow RO/NF membranes was available in an internet publication, this appears to be contradicted by further investigation that the A value can be interpolated from Dow's ROSA software.
I am afraid to run.
While earlier information seemed to suggest that the A values for several Dow RO/NF membranes was available in an internet publication, this appears to be contradicted by further investigation that the A value can be interpolated from Dow's ROSA software.
I am afraid to run.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-24)
Blog Question Of The Day
Should I attempt to repair the destroyed kitchen drawer?
Should I attempt to repair the destroyed kitchen drawer?
Monday, May 23, 2016
The Daily Affirmation (2016-05-23)
The Daily Affirmation
The outside plugs stayed active to charge the Mustang's battery.
The outside plugs stayed active to charge the Mustang's battery.
Saturday, May 21, 2016
La Connexion Francaise (2016-05-21)
La Connexion Francaise
hanger à bittes - "dick storage unit"
Dénombrement en français
Je de dois rappeler fermer la fenêtre.
hanger à bittes - "dick storage unit"
Dénombrement en français
Je de dois rappeler fermer la fenêtre.
The Daily Affirmation (2016-05-21)
The Daily Affirmation
Big win for the Rush tonight! On to the finale!
Big win for the Rush tonight! On to the finale!
Today I Learned . . . (2016-05-21)
Today I Learned . . .
You have to engage the parking brake to open the convertible top on my Porsche Boxster.
You have to engage the parking brake to open the convertible top on my Porsche Boxster.
Sunday, May 15, 2016
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-15)
Blog Question Of The Day
Why can't I shake this inexhaustible sense of fatigue?
Should I cut myself from my own ball hockey team(s)?
Why can't I shake this inexhaustible sense of fatigue?
Should I cut myself from my own ball hockey team(s)?
Today I Learned . . . (2016-05-15)
Today I Learned . . .
The refs at ball hockey know me by name.
Hitting the space bar in Cities: Skylines pauses the game.
The refs at ball hockey know me by name.
Hitting the space bar
The Daily Affirmation (2016-05-15)
The Daily Affirmation
The Maroons win again!
A solid drubbing for the Dekes in game #1, and a strong come-back victory to establish dominance in game #2.
The Maroons win again!
A solid drubbing for the Dekes in game #1, and a strong come-back victory to establish dominance in game #2.
Saturday, May 14, 2016
Today I Learned . . . (2016-05-14)
Today I Learned . . .
The 10 mg/L rule for nitrate in drinking water was enacted primarily to protect bottle-fed infants.
The 10 mg/L rule for nitrate in drinking water was enacted primarily to protect bottle-fed infants.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-14)
Blog Question Of The Day
Can someone explain why there are so many dead people in a commercial district?
Can someone explain why there are so many dead people in a commercial district?
Friday, May 13, 2016
The Daily Affirmation (2016-05-13)
The Daily Affirmation
To get a replacement hinge for the Porsche gas door, it'll only cost $23.
To get a replacement hinge for the Porsche gas door, it'll only cost $23.
Act of Caring (2016-05-13)
Act of Caring
I bagged up the over-flowing can of recyclable cans and bottles in the staff lunch room this morning.
I bagged up the over-flowing can of recyclable cans and bottles in the staff lunch room this morning.
Thursday, May 12, 2016
The Daily Affirmation (2016-05-12)
The Daily Affirmation
The streak of success continues and the Maroons run their record to 5-1-1.
The streak of success continues and the Maroons run their record to 5-1-1.
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
La Connexion Francaise (2016-05-11)
La Connexion Francaise
miches = loaves of bread (lit.) or --breasts--
baleine = whale
quenotte = tooth
Dénombrement en français
J'ai un mal du tête.
miches = loaves of bread (lit.) or --breasts--
baleine = whale
quenotte = tooth
Dénombrement en français
J'ai un mal du tête.
Act of Caring (2016-05-11)
Act of Caring
For the first time in a long time, after re-considering something, I actually changed my mind away from an idea that was impetuous and border-line idiotic.
Despite not feeling like it, I made two new batches of Kool-Aid.
For the first time in a long time, after re-considering something, I actually changed my mind away from an idea that was impetuous and border-line idiotic.
Despite not feeling like it, I made two new batches of Kool-Aid.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-11)
Blog Question Of The Day
Why do I want to slouch down in my chair when my head hurts?
Should I buy "Metro Redux Bundle" for $8.24 CAD?
Why do I want to slouch down in my chair when my head hurts?
Should I buy "Metro Redux Bundle" for $8.24 CAD?
The Daily Affirmation (2016-05-11)
The Daily Affirmation
After spending a full day puzzling over it, I finally solved how to make a backwash calculator for a flow that varies both as temperature changes and you select different backwash expansion values.
My --Sock Fancy-- membership socks finally arrived! (after 26 days worth of shipping ... from Atlanta, GA)
So did my iPhone camera lenses! (only 16 days ... from Switzerland!)
After spending a full day puzzling over it, I finally solved how to make a backwash calculator for a flow that varies both as temperature changes and you select different backwash expansion values.
My --Sock Fancy-- membership socks finally arrived! (after 26 days worth of shipping ... from Atlanta, GA)
So did my iPhone camera lenses! (only 16 days ... from Switzerland!)
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
Act of Caring (2016-05-10)
Act of Caring
I missed the garbage can. It was a plastic cap; little more than nothing. I thought about it; was going to leave it. Then I changed my mind. went back, and put it in the can where it belonged.
I missed the garbage can. It was a plastic cap; little more than nothing. I thought about it; was going to leave it. Then I changed my mind. went back, and put it in the can where it belonged.
La Connexion Francaise (2016-05-10)
La Connexion Francaise
nez = nose
breathe = respire
babines = lips
Dénombrement en français
Je ne respire pas de le nez.
Mon babines est sec.
Je suis mal.
nez = nose
breathe = respire
babines = lips
Dénombrement en français
Je ne respire pas de le nez.
Mon babines est sec.
Je suis mal.
Monday, May 09, 2016
The Daily Affirmation (2016-05-09)
The Daily Affirmation
The Maroons ring up another win putting us in a tie for 2nd place in the division.
The Maroons ring up another win putting us in a tie for 2nd place in the division.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-09)
Blog Question Of The Day
Are there a lot of handicapped people that have to get their car fixed?
Sunday, May 08, 2016
Today I Learned . . . (2016-05-08)
Today I Learned . . .
After an interesting conversation last night, I have discovered there are ways to fix a snag
Fix A Snag
After an interesting conversation last night, I have discovered there are ways to fix a snag
Fix A Snag
The Daily Affirmation (2016-05-08)
The Daily Affirmation
My new king-sized bed arrived this morning.
The Dekes remain undefeated.
My new king-sized bed arrived this morning.
The Dekes remain undefeated.
La Connexion Francaise (2016-05-08)
La Connexion Francaise
thune = five francs coin and money
Dénombrement en français
J'ai besoin de thunes.
thune = five francs coin and money
Dénombrement en français
J'ai besoin de thunes.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-08)
Blog Question Of The Day
Why was my computer unplugged last night?
Am I cursed?
Why the hell is wrong with my lip?
Why was my computer unplugged last night?
Am I cursed?
Why the hell is wrong with my lip?
Thursday, May 05, 2016
La Connexion Francaise (2016-05-05)
La Connexion Francaise
chien = dog
marcher = to walk
encore = yet
Dénombrement en français
Je dois marcher le chien encore ce soir.
chien = dog
marcher = to walk
encore = yet
Dénombrement en français
Je dois marcher le chien encore ce soir.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-05)
Blog Question Of The Day
If Canada Post had to be operated to ensure it was profitable, what would be the price of mailing a letter?
If Canada Post had to be operated to ensure it was profitable, what would be the price of mailing a letter?
Wednesday, May 04, 2016
La Connexion Francaise (2016-05-04)
La Connexion Francaise
bof = uh, um
poule = chicken
cul = ass
Dénombrement en français
J'ai marché trop aujourd'hui.
bof = uh, um
poule = chicken
cul = ass
Dénombrement en français
J'ai marché trop aujourd'hui.
Today I Learned . . . (2016-05-04)
Today I Learned . . .
The ticket promoter for the Selena Gomez: Revival Tour is Live Nation.
A full, rated HazMat suit is $1,700 USD.
The ticket promoter for the Selena Gomez: Revival Tour is Live Nation.
A full, rated HazMat suit is $1,700 USD.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-04)
Blog Question Of The Day
Do I need to consider watering my grass already?
How is it that, if I pay enough money, a shipping company could get something from Atlanta, GA to my home in Saskatoon, SK in 1 day but if you don't pay for expedited service, it take 3+ weeks? I can get regular shipped items out of China faster than I can somewhere on the same continent.
Do I need to consider watering my grass already?
How is it that, if I pay enough money, a shipping company could get something from Atlanta, GA to my home in Saskatoon, SK in 1 day but if you don't pay for expedited service, it take 3+ weeks? I can get regular shipped items out of China faster than I can somewhere on the same continent.
Tuesday, May 03, 2016
The Daily Affirmation (2016-05-03)
The Daily Affirmation
Bruce got my downloading computer up and running again!
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-03)
Blog Question Of The Day
How frickin' long does it take for something to get to Canada from China!?!?!
How frickin' long does it take for something to get to Canada from China!?!?!
Today I Learned . . . (2016-05-03)
Today I Learned . . .
The dorsal nerve is pronounced smaller in women compared to me.
The dorsal nerve is pronounced smaller in women compared to me.
Act of Caring (2016-05-03)
Act of Caring
I completed my Government of Canada 2016 census.
I purposely and with completely kind intent, let someone cut in front of me after they made the very ill-advised attempt to zoom through the intersection and Lenore Drive and Russell Road.
I completed my Government of Canada 2016 census.
I purposely and with completely kind intent, let someone cut in front of me after they made the very ill-advised attempt to zoom through the intersection and Lenore Drive and Russell Road.
Monday, May 02, 2016
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-05-02)
Blog Question Of The Day
Having now drove both the Porsche and the Mustang GT I find the Mustang the wanting of the two. Should I sell it?
With everyone wanting to be a defence-man, should I go play forward?
Having now drove both the Porsche and the Mustang GT I find the Mustang the wanting of the two. Should I sell it?
With everyone wanting to be a defence-man, should I go play forward?
Sunday, May 01, 2016
The Daily Photo (2016-05-01)
The Daily Photo
Someone likes the open window
I shouldn't have a stain on my new (out of the package) jersey
Someone likes the open window
I shouldn't have a stain on my new (out of the package) jersey
Today I Learned . . . (2016-05-01)
Today I Learned . . .
A car won't start unless the battery post terminal a very snug and tight.
A car won't start unless the battery post terminal a very snug and tight.
Saturday, April 30, 2016
Today I Learned . . . (2016-04-30)
Today I Learned . . .
Minka Kelly is the daughter of Aerosmith guitarist Rick Duffay.
I've played Cities: Skyline for 140 hours.
Minka Kelly is the daughter of Aerosmith guitarist Rick Duffay.
I've played Cities: Skyline for 140 hours.
La Connexion Francaise (2016-04-30)
La Connexion Francaise
lock (n) = verrou
to lock = bloquer
Dénombrement en français
Mon jeu a bloqué.
lock (n) = verrou
to lock = bloquer
Dénombrement en français
Mon jeu a bloqué.
The Daily Affirmation (2016-04-30)
The Daily Affirmation
It may have been a shade under-cooked but damn tonight's steak tasted great.
It may have been a shade under-cooked but damn tonight's steak tasted great.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-30)
Blog Question Of The Day
How do I do work reading at home on the weekend if I didn't remember to bring anything home from work to read?
Why are all my graphs all randomly not correctly reading the data that is correct in February and March?
How do I do work reading at home on the weekend if I didn't remember to bring anything home from work to read?
Why are all my graphs all randomly not correctly reading the data that is correct in February and March?
Friday, April 29, 2016
Today I Learned . . . (2016-04-29)
Today I Learned . . .
My blog, this blog, has had over 50,000 page views in its history.
My blog, this blog, has had over 50,000 page views in its history.
The Daily Affirmation (2016-04-29)
The Daily Affirmation
I scored three goals in the last Delco hockey of the season.
I scored three goals in the last Delco hockey of the season.
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-27)
Blog Question Of The Day
Can I cut the branch of someone else's tree if its hanging into my yard over the fence?
Should I swap hard drives in my Windows computer tomorrow or leave it for the weekend?
Can I cut the branch of someone else's tree if its hanging into my yard over the fence?
Should I swap hard drives in my Windows computer tomorrow or leave it for the weekend?
The Daily Affirmation (2016-04-27)
The Daily Affirmation
The latest in my near endless series of web orders arrived in the mailbox of my apparently "safe drop location".
The latest in my near endless series of web orders arrived in the mailbox of my apparently "safe drop location".
Today I Learned . . . (2016-04-27)
Today I Learned . . .
I've been using an out-of-date simulator for perhaps as many as 9 years.
I've been using an out-of-date simulator for perhaps as many as 9 years.
La Connexion Francaise (2016-04-27)
La Connexion Francaise
enfoiré = imbecile, "good for nothing"
Dénombrement en français
enfoiré = imbecile, "good for nothing"
Dénombrement en français
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
La Connexion Francaise (2016-04-26)
La Connexion Francaise
sale = dirty
sacré = sacred (damn)
Dénombrement en français
Mon ordinateur est cassé.
sale = dirty
sacré = sacred (damn)
Dénombrement en français
Mon ordinateur est cassé.
Today I Learned . . . (2016-04-26)
Today I Learned . . .
They can inject your head with botox to treat and alleviate migraine headaches. The problem, however, is that one treatment costs $750.
They can inject your head with botox to treat and alleviate migraine headaches. The problem, however, is that one treatment costs $750.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-26)
Blog Question Of The Day
How did hopeless and near helpless become dominant??
How did hopeless and near helpless become dominant??
The Daily Affirmation (2016-04-26)
The Daily Affirmation
I went to the neurologist and despite my anxiety that it would go down the same old "oh you're fine" route, she actually listened carefully and critically, and came to some conclusions that were reasonable and believable. And most importantly supportable. It feels like the solution to the problem is just down the road, not across a vast see.
Running the record to 5-0 with a shoot-out win, I remain undefeated in Spring 2016 ball hockey action.
There are now FIVE (5) people signed up for soccer!
I went to the neurologist and despite my anxiety that it would go down the same old "oh you're fine" route, she actually listened carefully and critically, and came to some conclusions that were reasonable and believable. And most importantly supportable. It feels like the solution to the problem is just down the road, not across a vast see.
Running the record to 5-0 with a shoot-out win, I remain undefeated in Spring 2016 ball hockey action.
There are now FIVE (5) people signed up for soccer!
Monday, April 25, 2016
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-25)
Blog Question Of The Day
Should I get the license plate CERVEAU?
Can you buy licensed professional sports team dress shirts like you can golf shirts?
Should I get the license plate CERVEAU?
Can you buy licensed professional sports team dress shirts like you can golf shirts?
Today I Learned . . . (2016-04-25)
Today I Learned . . .
The solubility of silica is pH dependent.
The king size mattress dimensions are 76 inches wide by approximately 80 inches long – about 18 inches wider than a queen.
The solubility of silica is pH dependent.
The king size mattress dimensions are 76 inches wide by approximately 80 inches long – about 18 inches wider than a queen.
Sunday, April 24, 2016
La Connexion Francaise (2016-04-24)
La Connexion Francaise
cerveau = brain (mastermind, ringleader)
lumière = light (genius)
trisominque = a person with Down syndrome
perdre = to lose
marteau = hammer
cingler = to hit
Dénombrement en français
Je me sentais mal aujourd'hui. J'étais fatigué.
cerveau = brain (mastermind, ringleader)
lumière = light (genius)
trisominque = a person with Down syndrome
perdre = to lose
marteau = hammer
cingler = to hit
Dénombrement en français
Je me sentais mal aujourd'hui. J'étais fatigué.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-24)
Blog Question Of The Day
How does 7-11 have no big cup drink lids?
Is this too redneck?
How does 7-11 have no big cup drink lids?
Is this too redneck?
The Daily Affirmation (2016-04-24)
The Daily Affirmation
The winning streak continues as I compiled win #4, to continue undefeated in SBHL Spring 2016.
I'm glad I had to take the SUV to ball hockey, because they had no drink lids at the 7-11!
The winning streak continues as I compiled win #4, to continue undefeated in SBHL Spring 2016.
I'm glad I had to take the SUV to ball hockey, because they had no drink lids at the 7-11!
Saturday, April 23, 2016
La Connexion Francaise (2016-04-23)
La Connexion Francaise
cracher = to spit (out)
coincer = to hit a snag
capter = to capture
chier = take a dump
radoter = to ramble
Dénombrement en français
J'ai chie.
cracher = to spit (out)
coincer = to hit a snag
capter = to capture
chier = take a dump
radoter = to ramble
Dénombrement en français
J'ai chie.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-23)
Blog Question Of The Day
Should I get another academic degree?
Should I get another academic degree?
Today I Learned . . . (2016-04-23)
Today I Learned . . .
The mayor of LaRonge, Thomas Sierzycki, was elected as mayor when he was only 21. It made him one of Canada's youngest elected officials.
There is now a storage media, a fused-quartz disc 1 cm in diameter, that can hold 46 terabytes each, and could last 14 billion years.
The mayor of LaRonge, Thomas Sierzycki, was elected as mayor when he was only 21. It made him one of Canada's youngest elected officials.
There is now a storage media, a fused-quartz disc 1 cm in diameter, that can hold 46 terabytes each, and could last 14 billion years.
Friday, April 22, 2016
The Daily Affirmation (2016-04-22)
The Daily Affirmation
The second option for fixing the paint chips in the Porsche turned out to be MUCH more affordable.
The second option for fixing the paint chips in the Porsche turned out to be MUCH more affordable.
Today I Learned . . . (2016-04-22)
Today I Learned . . .
I'm screwing myself over rec sports, and especially where jerseys are concerned.
I'm screwing myself over rec sports, and especially where jerseys are concerned.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-22)
Blog Question Of The Day
Why am I so reluctant to take the migraine-killer pill?
Why am I so reluctant to take the migraine-killer pill?
Thursday, April 21, 2016
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-21)
Blog Question Of The Day
Why don't people make chicken lasagna more often?
Even when I have access to Blogger all day, why am I not making posts except at the very end of the day?
Why don't people make chicken lasagna more often?
Even when I have access to Blogger all day, why am I not making posts except at the very end of the day?
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
La Connexion Francaise (2016-04-20)
La Connexion Francaise
éternuement = sneeze
Dénombrement en français
J'ai éternué.
éternuement = sneeze
Dénombrement en français
J'ai éternué.
The Daily Affirmation (2016-04-20)
The Daily Affirmation
In my wildest dreams I did not expect to go through the first week of the spring ball season undefeated.
In my wildest dreams I did not expect to go through the first week of the spring ball season undefeated.
Act of Caring (2016-04-20)
Act of Caring
I'm not sure it really counts but I took my car to an auto body shop to get a quote on fixing the paint.
I'm not sure it really counts but I took my car to an auto body shop to get a quote on fixing the paint.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-20)
Blog Question Of The Day
Is there anything wrong with me, and if so what the hell is it?
Is there anything wrong with me, and if so what the hell is it?
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-19)
Blog Question Of The Day
How do I turn my ideas from things helping me to ideas helping others?
Monday, April 18, 2016
La Connexion Francaise (2016-04-18)
La Connexion Francaise
poitrine = chest
douleur = pain
Dénombrement en français
J'ai douleur de poitrine.
poitrine = chest
douleur = pain
Dénombrement en français
J'ai douleur de poitrine.
The Daily Affirmation (2016-04-18)
The Daily Affirmation
In an unexpected turn of events, the Maroons played their usual crushing style of defence to a penalty-plagued victory 2-1. Prebushewski with the winner with 2 minutes to go.
In an unexpected turn of events, the Maroons played their usual crushing style of defence to a penalty-plagued victory 2-1. Prebushewski with the winner with 2 minutes to go.
Act of Caring (2016-04-18)
Act of Caring
I emptied all the indoor pop cans into the monster bag I'm keeping and stored them all outside in the bin.
I emptied all the indoor pop cans into the monster bag I'm keeping and stored them all outside in the bin.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-18)
Blog Question Of The Day
If you play defence on a girls hockey team are you a defenceman or a defence woman?
If you play defence on a girls hockey team are you a defenceman or a defence woman?
Sunday, April 17, 2016
The Daily Affirmation (2016-04-17)
The Daily Affirmation
The Dekes opened the Spring season with a character building come from behind win after losing and early lead.
The Dekes opened the Spring season with a character building come from behind win after losing and early lead.
Today I Learned . . . (2016-04-17)
Today I Learned . . .
It would cost $1,159 to upgrade my iPhone to the 6s Plus I'd choose.
It would cost $1,159 to upgrade my iPhone to the 6s Plus I'd choose.
Blog Question Of The Day (2016-04-17)
Blog Question Of The Day
With this "Captain America: Civil War" movie, why are they advertising so hard for a movie everyone is going to go see anyway?
With this "Captain America: Civil War" movie, why are they advertising so hard for a movie everyone is going to go see anyway?