We had a freaky, surprise snowstorm this morning (the third consecutive storm on a Wednesday). It was unexpected (well, that just means we didn’t know it was coming until forecasters started chattering about it on Monday). Usually we have a good four to five days before we know a “big one” is on the way. [...]
Continue reading...31. December 2008
Happy New Year! How’s it working, with you using up all those leftovers from the holiday meals? Yeah, me neither. Well, I have some good news for you. I was scouting out deals at local stores (I tend to do my yearly gift-giving shopping after the holdays, when sales are to be had), and found [...]
Continue reading...29. December 2008
So, you think 2009 will ring in at 12:59:59? Think again! The world’s time keepers are going to be adding 1 second to December 31st, 2008. This is to continue to remain in sync with the Earth’s rotation, which has been slowing. The previous leap second added to the calendar occured on December 31, 2005. [...]
Continue reading...25. December 2008
At DIY Network, they offer cash prizes for everyday folks who have invented cool tools. Some of the tools are indeed very, very cool! This one is one of the best. I couldn’t stop saying “WOW” as I watched the video. The guy invented a way to twist electrical wires. I wish I had something [...]
Continue reading...22. December 2008
Weird. It’s WEIRD, people. Lake effect is that weird weather pattern that swoops down from the Great Lakes (Erie and Ontario) onto the unsuspecting citizens of Upstate New York. About 15 minutes after I posted this post with this photo– showing ZERO visibility during heavy snow squalls with vicious winds… This appeared out my window. [...]
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31. December 2008
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