Happiness CXXV
Being blessed with meeting so many new and interesting people.
links for 2008-02-22
- Liz Strauss is highlighting a series of posts by Geatano Caruana on the topic of procrastination.
I really should read this series as it would probably help me out – but I think I’ll put it off until tomorrow.
KIDDING!!! 😉
- This is a great development in the OneCare service. Now if they can tie this into the Windows Home Server and tack on an online WHS backup service – that’d be great.
- A fair question.
- All hail Google… so the corner has been turned. Frederic provides his take on the topic
- Polaroid’s Instant Film will be phased out in 2008 – the end of an era.
Deep in the doldrums of winter
I think it’s really that part of February that starts to effect everyone. I’ve been reading it around the ‘net the past week or so. Posts on enthusiasm, procrastination, motivation, etc… we’re all looking to break out of the same winter blandness and get cranking again. At least that’s what it feels like.
March is a couple weeks away, and even then, winter still has a firm grasp up until the end of the month in many places. We’re affected by the surroundings and the weather can play a big part in how active we are.
Maybe it’s just me – I’ve been “heads down” this winter at a client for the most part, getting the job done. Come April, that’ll change to a new client and we’ll start planning for the spring vacation and such. I’m starting to get antsy for not only warm weather, but to get more active with my favorite bloggers and social media friends.
To all those that have been keeping the posts rolling this winter, working to motivate people and make things happen – thank you! I’m constantly amazed at the energy level that many people have this time of year – you’re an inspiration!
Anyone feeling the same way? Have some great plans to share for spring? Whatever you’ve got planned for the coming weeks I wish you well. 🙂
Happiness CXXIV
Working on new technology that pushes one to learn new things.
The Asus Eee PC – Is this the real cloud computing client?
While it’s been out for awhile now, and I’ve read a quite a bit on it – only last night did it really hit me how useful this device may be. The little device with an instant-on capability that can be had for as little as $300 is getting rave reviews by just about everyone. Especially those that have been using one.
I’m thinking this is the perfect device to provide the grab-and-go needs that I have nearly daily. My laptop is great, but it’s always set up and running either at home or work. With a second device, I could simply grab it and head off to anywhere and still be able to take notes, read feeds, blog, write manuals, perform remote-control support as needed all in a 2 pound package.
Guess we’ll find out more about it this week. While mentioning it to Amy, she pointed out how nice it’d be to have a smaller device for herself to be able to use around the house and such. The interesting part was that after pointing out all the “deficiencies” in the device, like no storage space, slower processor, Linux instead of Windows, small screen resolution, etc… she was still really interested in the device. We’ll be off later today to try a hands-on with one to see what she and our daughter think of them.
At any rate, using nLite, I’ve built a small Windows XP build (533MB installed)that may fit nicely even on the extremely storage challenged Eee PC 2GB Surf model. Personally though, I’m interested in looking at getting Ubuntu loaded on it.
Anyone else have one, or thinking about getting one? I’d love to know your thoughts on this super-inexpensive and uber- portable device.
There’s NO valid argument against the SAVE America Act.
My bill would make it easy to vote.
And hard to cheat.
As soon as DHS is fully funded (as it should be within 48 hours), the Senate should resume consideration of it—and stay on the bill until it passes.
Pass it on.
How are Democrats cheating in L.A.?
Let me show you…
There are 26 registered voters at this toilet in Los Angeles.
I’m not kidding. I have the voter records. See for yourself. The only thing here is a stinky port-a john inside an empty parking lot.
No homes. No mailboxes.
As governor, the State Capitol will stand for unity and common sense.
In addition to the POW/MIA flag that has long flown over the State Capitol, we will fly two flags when I am governor: the Wisconsin state flag and the American flag.
That’s it. No politics.
