Category Archives: In the news…

US Debt Highlights ~ the Day after…

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Gandalfe

Overheard: Thanks for protecting the job creators, you know for creating jobs for chauffeurs, valets, domestic help, and most importantly seamstresses who specialize in crafting $100 bills into luxurious overcoats. ~ Jim Cutler “This deal does not even attempt to … Continue reading →

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United States Tax Lies and Distortions?

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Gandalfe

“I like to pay taxes. With them, I buy civilization.” ~ Oliver Wendell Holmes “The fact is, we pay for the lifestyle we expect. Without taxes, our lifestyles would be totally different and much harder. America would be a third … Continue reading →

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NEWS ACTION ALERT: U.S. Military Bands Face Potentially Devastating Budget Cut

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Gandalfe

The following is an open letter from the American Bandmaster’s Association and echoes the sentiment of the College Band Directors National Association. Now it is our turn to support the nation’s top music makers. “The House of Representatives has voted … Continue reading →

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Telecommuting in 2011 ~ a Brave New World

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Gandalfe

Here is an interesting study from this Microsoft Presspass article: Remote Working Now a “Business Imperative” This chart demonstrates both the progress we’ve made in making it easier to work from home and where we are just not quite there … Continue reading →

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Cycling in a skirt, a motoring hazard?

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Gandalfe

More from this year’s Top 10 Things that should have Disappeared this Decade post. The silly, prudish American pops up in the news again. Guardian UK: Following the viral response one cyclist filmed after being ticketed for not riding in … Continue reading →

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The Fremont Troll Vandalized

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Gandalfe

The Fremont Troll (also known as The Troll, or the Troll Under the Bridge) is a piece of public art in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle, Washington in the United States. The Troll is a mixed media colossal statue, located … Continue reading →

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Wax On. Wax Off.

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Gandalfe

The people of Springfield, Illinois got their knickers in a twist over a spa billboard. The spa has put up a little page about it. I’m surprised how many vote “too hot”. As of 18 June 2011, the referenced page … Continue reading →

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Neurowear. For the Hello Kitty in You!

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Gandalfe

From the Neurowear.net video: We created new human’s organs that use brain wave sensor. “Necomimi”is the new communication tool that augments human’s body and ability. “necomimi”will be released in the end of this year. Price, color and any other gadgets … Continue reading →

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Those who can,TEACH…

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Gandalfe

Tom points to http://www.zazzle.com/those_who_can_button-145702111473723752 as a place where you can purchase these buttons.

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For Your Consideration: Time to Switch to Hotmail?

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Gandalfe

Hotmail has come a long way in the last few years. I have accounts in so many services but my fav is Hotmail. For me, a guy that runs four musical groups from Big Bands to sax quartets, the calendar … Continue reading →

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