Anti-theist. There. I said it. (Pause.) It's who I am. The only problem is I don't feel any better by having said it. I mean, it's obviously not the same as coming out as gay or purple or a hetero who likes pink. But my therapist said that by going public with it, it will help … Continue reading Anti-Theist vs Atheist In The Church Pew
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Packaging Hell And Out Of Season Berries
Don't worry, dear worst-reader. We all have too much time on our hands--especially during this time of year. The fact that I'm projecting my (too much) time on others in this manner is yet another indication that the transition from industrial age > technical servitude is almost complete. The good thing? It's just a blog. … Continue reading Packaging Hell And Out Of Season Berries
A Childhood's War On Xmas
It's not about being a bitter old man. It's not about happiness or tranquility. It's not about a xmas tree making one smile or cry--depending on the xmas tree topper. Indeed. This is a time of year to rejoice--but NOT in what you think. As I celebrate my own personal war on xmas, I do so … Continue reading A Childhood's War On Xmas
May The Blank Be With You
Disclaimer: some small spoilers but no big spoilers. And so it is done. And now that it's done, I've been thinking about how to worst-write about it. Here's what I've come up with so far: It was good but... Liked it except for... Getting too old, seen too many movies, been there done that (in 70s!)... Guess … Continue reading May The Blank Be With You
Pros & Cons Of The 6s
Pros: Force touch rocks even though I'm only using it to get to a cursor in order to edit text! Boy, do I dig this! Speed is ok, obviously a bump from my old 4s. But I actually thought about putting this in the cons. It's just not that impressive. The speed of the fingerprint reader is … Continue reading Pros & Cons Of The 6s
In Praise Of Dr. Capital And His Ism
Disclaimer: Names and some of the issues discussed but not places referred to have been changed in this blogpost to protect the innocent. §I told him right before we exited the plane at the terminal in PHL that I found our open and at times heavy inflight conversation fascinating. And then I thanked him with as … Continue reading In Praise Of Dr. Capital And His Ism
In The Land Of Jack And The Bean Counter
Depending on circumstance, I can get away with wifi usage on my phone when I enter the US. On the drive from PHL to Eastern Shore MD there are a few places one can stop to get a cup of earl grey, yawn from the transatlantic flight and check messages. And since the powers that … Continue reading In The Land Of Jack And The Bean Counter
Luxury Airlines, Funny Shoe Laces And Constitutions
Going for broke. Travel broke. Just one more trip. Trip to take me away. Away from what? Xmas? Responsibility? Btw, this is the first time I'll be without my better-half on Xmas since she took me in and became my better half twelve years ago. And I'm sad about that. But when families are stretched … Continue reading Luxury Airlines, Funny Shoe Laces And Constitutions
Kahn And The Donald
Multiple monitors inject (their) information into my brain every morning. The fun usually begins before six a.m. but on this particular morn it began at five. The information, of course, is the freak-show known as (the current iteration of the grand social, national, greed-show) #americant. Most of this information comes to me in the form … Continue reading Kahn And The Donald
Upgrade Hell
Quick run down of yesterday's Mac chaos. Although I've considered myself immune to it over the years, I fell for Apple's distortion field--or as others might call it: upgrade hell. I don't know what happened. I think it all started when I upgraded from Mavericks to Yosemite. It worked so well, so smooth, my digital (self) was flawless. Then, … Continue reading Upgrade Hell
Some Seeds For Your Billions
It caught my eye earlier today while reading through my feeds using the Flipboard app on my iPad. For posterity's sake, I've documented the experience in the pic above. On the left is the initial link with the short summary of a BBC news article about Apple's third quarter profits. On the right is the article as … Continue reading Some Seeds For Your Billions
How It Should Be Done – Visa Applications India
Say what you will about the trials and tribulations of the tech world. Robots steel jobs. Printers get rid of all them pretty secretaries. Email and digital documents save trees. My only worst-question is this: what was it like when humanity moved from horse & buggy to the automobile? I mean, come on. It's not as … Continue reading How It Should Be Done – Visa Applications India
Don't Even Think About It
Well, dear worst-reader, so much for jokesters and hamsters. As I tried to say here, it would be fun if car makers--especially those who lie to us about emissions--had a sense of humour. But then again, how can one have a sense of humour when you know that society can do nothing to you for your … Continue reading Don't Even Think About It
The Cherry Bat v. Coincidence v. Coordination
Is it me, dear worst-reader? Am I the only one to worst-write about conspiracies? Wait. It's important to note here--for the sake of posterity--that I don't worst-write about conspiracy theories. Reason? There's a difference, you know, between conspiracy and conspiracy theory. Just as there's a difference between coincidence and central planning--as in central planning of … Continue reading The Cherry Bat v. Coincidence v. Coordination
Gratis = Free Bier
People ask me all the time. Why Germany? Well, the answer has remained the same for the past quarter century: girls and beer. I know. It sounds kinda lame, especially when one considers my age and desk ridden stamina. I suppose the answer should be: beer. Notwithstanding my waistline. After hearing how long I've been … Continue reading Gratis = Free Bier
Ferrari 400 Automatic And The Pillow Case
Had to get a few minor adjustments to my Alfa yesterday. Recently had four new Pirellis installed (and boy are they better than the cheap tyres I had on her before). Also, finally had passenger window repaired. After I repaired it the first time it went bust I thought it better to let a professional … Continue reading Ferrari 400 Automatic And The Pillow Case
Mr Robot Episode Names Are Cool
Just diggin' the episode names of tv series. Especially like ".asf". Reminds me of the Win95 world that so many are still stuck in. Been hearing lots about this show on the various podcast that I subscribe to. Curiosity wins, I guess. Usually I just buy discs and rip them to my library. Saved a … Continue reading Mr Robot Episode Names Are Cool
Madness Says You're Welcome
Two worst-news issues this morn, dear worst-reader: gun control and privacy. What do these two issues have in common? Well, my guess is... Nothing. Absolutely nothing. Or? While reading through the hysteria that is the byproduct of madness on a scale never before seen, I couldn't help but find some irony in these two stories. … Continue reading Madness Says You're Welcome
Who Are You People
Of all the masterful arguments presented by Alan Shore (James Spader) in the American TV show Boston Legal, his argument in front of the Supreme Court in S04E17 has to be one of the best. Btw, I've been binge-watching the show for the past two weeks, as I've done here and here with other shows. Although I'm … Continue reading Who Are You People
Und Der Fährt Immer Noch
There is a scene in the satirical movie "Schtonk" where it's said that Adolf Hitler claimed in his diaries that he invented the Käfer. You know, that cute little German car known as the beetle or bug--not the new plastic krapp copy they've got now. And not only did he invent the original bug, but he … Continue reading Und Der Fährt Immer Noch
A Spot
It goes something like this. After worst-writing for a few hours, in a rush, I got around to getting some chores done. The chores are thus: buy fresh meat and wine for the evening. Pick some veggies for the pan. Dress the kitchen properly so she's prepared for my cooking. Start drinking with a cold beer … Continue reading A Spot
Combinations Prevail
There is no doubt that combinations like this will prevail. Look at the place and the history that makes them--these combinations. First, we have Matt Damon running his trap when he shouldn't--securing his white supremacy position in Hollywood and playing the fantasy meritocracy card (see lampshade link below). Then we have The Donald teaming up with … Continue reading Combinations Prevail
Who Let The Dogs Out
A bit more than a rant this morn, dear worst-reader. Perhaps this is a plea. A plea for mercy and the life of my dog. To begin, above is a letter that I recently received from the property administrator of our flat regarding my dog. Here is a translation of the red enclosed area: "Unfortunately, after numerous warnings, you have … Continue reading Who Let The Dogs Out
The What And Not The How
No. Seriously. Here's a question for ya, which is also kinda paraphrasing (the fabulous) Ronda Rousey: In an all-out, open fight, I bet Hillary Clinton would kick Edward Snowdens ass. Well, dear worst-reader, there you have it. The big Ed, the Snow(ball)den, has come out to tell us--us measly muggle-born non-techies--that what Hillary did with her private … Continue reading The What And Not The How
Slice of Raspberry Pi With Your Led Zeppelin?
Kept putting it off. Didn't want to go there. Must adhere to minimalist principles. It's the only way to live. Or? Yeah. Oh what the heck! Life's too short. I broke down and ordered my first blu-ray drive Thursday. It arrived Friday. No player for me, though. It's an internal LG unit that fits perfectly … Continue reading Slice of Raspberry Pi With Your Led Zeppelin?
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