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Written by googirama
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Tuesday, 18 January 2005 |
This is funny and scary. Try this google search
for a list of thousands of unsecured web security cameras... you know,
those little things that glare at you in parking lots, restaurants and
the post office.
Just click on the links to see unsecured web
cams - Maybe we'll get lucky and see what's REALLY happening in Area
51. I got four or five live ones on just the first page...
Click away...
Link to article: http://www.vnunet.com/news/1160289 |
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General
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Written by googirama
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Monday, 17 January 2005 |
Current Mood - Sick
Current Music - NPR
Well,
At least my cold gives me a valid excuse to completely lock
myself in my house for a few days . I should be fine by the w.end which
is when my roommate moves is. He brought over a few boxes yesterday -
mostly books and comics so the process has started. Ryan is a cool guy,
works at the Japenese Consulate downtown and I've known him off and on
for about two years. Seeing as he approached me about moving in vs me
having to place adds in the paper and interview numerous people I think
this arrangement will work out well. The only issue is that he has a
dog - yes you heard me - A DOG so we'll have to see how Andre 3000
reacts. Generally, he is NOT friendly towards dogs (case in point last
year when he attacked an 82 lb labrador) and considers himself a bad
ass so the break in period will be interesting to say the least.
According to Ryan, his dog is real friendly and has lived with cats
before so perhaps that will help.
What I have been doing is
reading up a little on "integrating" these animals. It's an issue of
scent - both animals need to accept the other animals scent before they
settle in some operating patern of personal spaces and zones. Even
though the dog is bigger - he/she is at a disadvantage because this is
a new space for them. They need to run around and feel safe. So the
plan is to keep them seperate for a few days and them let them meet
slowly. We'll see - friends of mine such as Liza B (resident animal
expert) still assert that Mr. 3000 will eventually "kill" the dog so I
hope that's not true but the little guy has build himself such a
reputation. To me, he's still just a little cat who follows me around
the house and cries if you don't pick him up... although in all honesly
I can't lie that he does ENJOY biting people, and absolutely cannot
stand women.
Housewise, Ryan is not bringing a lot. The
arrangement is that he's moving into a place that's already furnished
and functional - not to mention that even my plates meet a certain feng
shui balance - so he should only bring in what he needs for himself.
I've added a cable hookup for his room, given him the closet in my
office for extra storage and told him I'd help him get a desk or table
for the office. We do plan on adding a loveseat or futon into that room
for extra crash space and getting a washer and dryer within the week so
we should be set. Basically, he's paying me $300/month so there should
be no complaints.
That said, I think it's time to make another
cup of tea, take the ole temperature and get to bed...yes, I just woke
up two hours ago and it's time to sleep again! |
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People/Places
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Written by googirama
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Friday, 14 January 2005 |
Current Mood - Tired
Current Music - Kenny Loggins (just kidding)
It's a week late but I wanted to thank everyone who made it to my
birthday party last week - bouncing e-vites put aside. I think the
place got a good "christening" and it's good to see my friends have not
forgotten their love of alcohol as they get older. Present where all
the factions - from high school, college, work, club a holics and even
long lost family members. It was good to see Eli L and Brain S again,
along with your local party heroes Liz B, Graham M and Angela W.
I
had provided some toxic punch and beer but in the morning I also found
bottles of tanqueray, single malts, vodka, tequila and a wide selection
of beers my favorite of which would still have to be the Irish
Chocolate Stout (thanks Howard). It took me three days to even begin
cleaning the house (mostly) because I was snacking on leftover grapes
and cheese and crackers which left me feeling very satisfied but
continuously lethargic. Finally on Thursday I actually rearranged the
furniture and swept up the back yard.
Saturday has mostly been a day of misses - I missed my contractor, due
to work I missed Christi's wedding and now due to aching fingers from
editing photos all day and writing Mary Alice her official feng shui
analysis (including why she should NEVER sleep facing South West) I'm
missing Mike B's party. So for once I'm going to quit while I'm NOT
ahead.
Yes, it's time to make a nice Irish Whisky, take a shower and fall asleep to the drab on channel 134 aka G4TV.
Good Night...
Link to album here:
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Technology
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Written by googirama
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Sunday, 09 January 2005 |
Current Mood - Awesome
Curent Music - Zerlings!
Got this in the mail today about Starcraft 2. It's an old article but
still it brought back some amazing memories about what is in my opinion
- one of the best strategy/multi player games ever! Unfortunately
Blizzard Entertainment STILL has made no announcement concerning a
release date, other than to imply that they have not "forgotten" about
it. All I know is, when it DOES come out you'll just have to excuse me
for about six months of no sleep and LAN parties.
http://pc.ign.com/articles/426/426348p1.html
And as to whether a sequel should even be attempted:
"We
must also contemplate on the mere idea of Starcraft 2, the game. The
original Starcraft and its expansion, Brood War, set the standard for
all RTS games to come. It was perfect in nearly every way in respect to
gameplay, including perfect speed, balance, and replayability.
Regarding singleplayer, the original storyline was perfectly crafted to
complement an already outstanding multiplayer game, earning the game
much praise for having one of the best fictional universes ever
created. Considering these facts, Starcraft 2 will have immense
pressure on it to match, let alone surpass the greatness of its
predecessor. The idea of taking on a task of such large magnitude is
certainly daunting, and perhaps this is why none of Blizzard's teams
have stepped up to the challenge."
Pasted From:http://www.sclegacy.com/features/starcraft2.php
What's your fav Starcraft memory?
*******I Love This Game****************
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General
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Written by googirama
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Thursday, 06 January 2005 |
Current Mood - Hazy
Current Music - The The - Time Bomb
I had dinner with my parents and sister tonight to celebrate my b'day
(which was two days ago) and we started talking about my initial move
to Atlanta all the way back in nine teez...
ok - this is me getting a little sentimental...
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People/Places
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Written by googirama
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Saturday, 01 January 2005 |
Current Mood - Complacent
Current Music - NPR
Happy New Year to everyone!
December
is "traditionally" a trying month for myself and this was no exception.
I posted earlier about how I got robbed early on in the month -
continuing onward I also: lost my wallet, got in a minor fender bender,
had my heat break down on one of the only two nights we had and last
but not least - an uncle on mine passed away three days before Xmas -
me of course being the last person to see him alive. As family members
etc... started arriving for the funeral we just made oursevles
available for anything we could help with and subsequently Xmas itself
was subdued. For once though, we were NOT obsessed with gifts or what
parties people were throwing and that was good.
On
the good side though I (finally) got internet access through Comcast
and some foul op on their end means I got their 20 bucks a month
promotion for a whole year so they'll be hearing no complaints for me.
I do plan on bringing my web site up again in the next few weeks since
I have pics just stacking up from the past few months. I went
geocaching a few nights ago and dug up one in the woods behind
the Emory Clairmont Campus. The log book said it had not been found for
almost two months so it was very cool. So I picked up a little pyriamid shaped key chain
and left behind a cute action figure. I can completely see how people
can get addicted to this activity. The people I went with have done
five or six more in the past few days and it's something you should try
if you haven't already. Just visit geocaching.com and have fun.
I've
spent the last week hanging out with Ben and his kids. They actually
made it over from Tokyo for two whole weeks and it's been a blast. Shion is now three and Hugh
just turned one and they are some of the cutest things around! Shion in
into Thomas the Train Engine and Tetris and Hugh crawls faster than you
can run. He completely turned my place upside down in fifteen minutes
and and left some soggy diapers as a good bye gift! Ben and Hiroko are
also some of the most wonderful parents I've ever met. Seen as I've
known Ben since he was hig school - I can honestly say, he's shaped up
well. I certainly needed the little "faith in humanity" boost that he
provided.
Went to Brian Skellies for New Years and saw Eli Lorraine among other
old skool faces. I thought the picture below was funny as we have
one EXACTLY like it from when we graduated from high
school together and it's obvious that despite the passage of time I
still favor Adidas clothing over my peers. Brian has an awesome house
with some open land for orchards and a nice communal lake and it was a
great place to welcome in 2005.
In closing, I'll mention the
South Asian floods from last week also. As far as we know our family
and friends are safe. I got a few concerned calls and e-mails and I
just wanted to thank people for that! For those who didn't call - what
can I say - You're DEAD in my eyes anyway (jk) but you can redeem
yourselves by making a donation to a local South Asian charity or
community center - if you haven't already. I still favor them over the
big aid groups for obvious reasons.
As always, imperfections are easier to forgive than lack of candor! Something to think about as life continues to speed by:) It will be my catchphrase for 2005.
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Technology
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Written by googirama
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Tuesday, 21 December 2004 |
This was around Emory in the woods behind the Clairmont Campus!
Actually not very difficult to find except it was getting dark so time
was limited. I want to check out some other local ones esecially
the one that says "be very quiet in this area" hmm.... could that be
the public library - perhaps:)
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Music/Movies
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Written by googirama
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Sunday, 19 December 2004 |
 | You scored as Aragorn.
You're Aragorn! This ranger from the north is the personification of
bravery. He always thinks of others before himself, and, though he
becomes King of Gondor, he is not one to crave attention.
"I would have gone with you to the end. Into the very fires of Mordor."
Aragorn | | 88% | Arwen | | 81% | Samwise | | 81% | Frodo | | 75% | Eowyn | | 63% | Gandalf | | 56% | Pippin | | 50% | Gollum | | 44% | Faramir | | 25% |
Which LOTR character are you?
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Politics
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Written by googirama
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Wednesday, 08 December 2004 |
The horse analogy is pretty well known -
A guy is sentenced
to death for stealing. He makes a plea to the king saying "if I can
make your horse talk in six months - you have to set me free." The king
is so intrigued that he agrees. When the man gets home that night his
wife asks him "are you crazy? what do you possibly hope to achieve from
this?" The man says, " A lot can change in six months - We could have a
new king, the laws may change, or maybe just maybe - the horse WILL
talk."
So do you think this guys desperate or plain smart? I'm leaning towards the latter...
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Music/Movies
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Written by googirama
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Wednesday, 08 December 2004 |
It was two years ago that Mary Hansen from Stereolab passed away after
a bicycle accident. Like many people, Stereolab has been one of my
favorite bands for years. They were definately played a lot at my old
house and "Cobra and Phases..." remains in rotation even today. I've
often wanted to see the reformed band, but it just wouldn't be the same
without the old Mary.
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