The Thin White Line

Friday, May 09, 2008 at 08:36am

Our friend Craig wrote another book. I’m shocked that between caring for his baby daughter, quitting smoking, freaking out about American politics and pretty much harassing the geekboy and Susie’s husband through email on an hourly basis that he even had the time. But he did, and Publisher’s Weekly gave it a good review and you should buy it. Details here.

New Jersey Parks to Close?

Friday, May 09, 2008 at 08:15am

Round Valley Reservoir, NJ

I cannot even believe this is a possibility. The State of NJ wants to close nine state parks. NINE. (Central Jerseyans - Round Valley is included in these nine.) I understand there is a budget crisis, but closing some of the only open space in New Jersey, a place where open spaces are far and few between? And potentially introducing the privatization of state parks? Do you really want to go mountain biking at the Coors Light Reservoir? Find out more and get involved here.

Go Ahead, Gush

Thursday, May 08, 2008 at 08:19am

recital time!

My darling girls in costume for a dance recital. I wish I could be there.

Um, Ew

Thursday, May 08, 2008 at 07:56am

Roadkill plush toys. I was just telling Lisa the other day I’ve been seeing an awful amount of roadkill lately. At least now I can bring one home for a cuddle. [via]

Running On Empty

Thursday, May 08, 2008 at 07:52am

How far can you go after the gas light in your car comes on? I will drive around on E for days and it makes the geekboy crazy. At least now I know how far I can go. I always figured it was about fifty miles and, for the Toyota Matrix at least, that’s about right. [via]

HSW Wins a Webby!

Wednesday, May 07, 2008 at 12:11pm

Congrats to How Stuff Works for winning the People’s Voice Award for Best Copy/Writing. W00t!

Reading Used to be Fundamental

Wednesday, May 07, 2008 at 08:26am

RIF Remember RIF? Reading Is Fundamental? It’s something I remember clearly from my childhood — I grew up with a love of reading passed on to me by my parents and greatly nurtured in school with programs like RIF. Sadly, Bush wants to eliminate RIF’s funding.

Understandable, I suppose, since he’s an illiterate jackass. Find out how you can help. I’ve already gotten in touch with my state reps. You can even have your kids write letters. They must be mailed by the end of May, so do it now.

FotC

Wednesday, May 07, 2008 at 08:13am

The Flight of the Conchords show at Town Hall totally rocked the party! Not even the bubblehead idiot girls sitting in front of us who talked and giggled throughout the entire show, pausing only to scream out, “JeRmaine, I LOVE YOU!” could ruin our fun. Although, if you’re reading this, bubblehead girls in the first row on the left side of the Town Hall theater? Learn some manners or, better, stay home next time. Read the rest of this entry »

In My Dreams, I Am…

Wednesday, May 07, 2008 at 07:44am

Our story is finished! Read it here.

Awwww

Tuesday, May 06, 2008 at 09:15am

Lou Reed and Laurie Anderson got married!

Let’s Write a Story!

Tuesday, May 06, 2008 at 07:54am

THE DEAL: We are going to write a story! I will kick things off with a few short sentences. Then everyone can take turns adding their own few short sentences. By the end of the day, we should have something interesting, and I will close out the story tomorrow with my own ending.

THE RULES: Be brief. Do not monopolize. Keep the spirit of the story in mind and build on it for the next person — don’t write your own unrelated stuff. Try to keep it relatively clean (safe for work). BE CREATIVE. Don’t be afraid to contribute. We are all equal here. DO NOT contribute if you haven’t read every single post before yours. HAVE FUN!

And here we go… Read the rest of this entry »

Ow

Tuesday, May 06, 2008 at 07:49am

Jemaine and Bret

Boy, I am really sore from my stupid bike wreck. I know it’s from the crash and not just sore muscles, as my entire left side feels just fine. My right side, on the other hand, is quite ouch. My bruise is becoming bigger and more colorful; lovely, really.

Today is another busy day. Work stuff, more work stuff, then tonight — Flight of The Conchords at Town Hall in NYC. So excited!!!

Kitten Update

Monday, May 05, 2008 at 09:49am

Mattie Dee is getting bigger and more rowdy every day. As he gets in touch with his inner frat boy, he discovered this past weekend that he loves beer. Read the rest of this entry »

Songs That Get Stuck In Your Head

Monday, May 05, 2008 at 09:14am

This is hilarious. Read the rest of this entry »

Five Boro Bike Tour

Monday, May 05, 2008 at 08:54am

Yesterday was Bike New York (the Five Boro Bike tour). I’ve done this ride several times with different groups of people, but I almost always ride with Beth. This year, Lisa decided to join us. Considering she only recently started cycling, she not only did great but she rocked it. Absolutely kick ass, and didn’t complain one bit (whereas I never stop bitching). You’d think that Lisa, being less experienced than the rest of us, would be the most likely to end up sprawled on the asphalt with her own bike on top of her. You’d be wrong. Read the rest of this entry »

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