My site has several layers of brokedness to it, and thus will be killed, roasted, and eaten this evening. I will likely have downtime. I will likely have problems. I’m planning for total chaos, and hoping to be surprised. Wish me luck.
I think this is my karmic punishment for meme tagging. Thanks Nathan. 😀
Henceforth, all memes shall die here. I’m all about playing silly Internet games, but “tagging” is much like chain mail, and people don’t seem to take kindly to such things.
SO, that means all memes shall be officially voluntary, and never to be pressured in any regard whatsoever. Any previous, “tagging” shall be redacted, and future taggers will be flogged. Well, actually the taggers I don’t really mind, but the right to flog me is bequeathed on anyone I might tag in the future.
But still, I retain my right to respond to any and all memes I desire, because I often find such silliness fun. So there.
Here’s a quick look at the newest version of Ubuntu Linux. If you’re into that sorta thing, check it out. If not, here’s a link to a random LOLCat. It’s hard to go wrong with the kitties…
The biggest thing that concerns me about my recent Linux Journal article, is that people might think my hair is normally like the photo… 🙂 If you’re looking for a laugh at my expense, feel free to click through.
(And please Digg the article too, if you like it and know what Digg is…)
I’m tired of waiting for the perfect, inspiring, well-spoken podcast to emanate from deep within my soul. So, I yammered on about what was on my brain. So the title is rather fitting I suppose…
[display_podcast]
I realize this is a cross post, but I’m curious how everyone feels about upgrades versus fresh installs…
As the release of Ubuntu 8.04 LTS rapidly approaches, the all important question is beginning to form in everyone’s mind. Upgrade, or freshly install.
It’s Friday — but for some reason, it seems like this week has been HORRIBLE! I have no real explanation, or even reasoning. I just hereby declare this week as a lost cause. Bleh.
You might notice that I have a little widget in the upper right hand corner, which I update when I take my blood pressure medicine every morning. It’s there, because I’m HORRIBLE about remembering such things, and a few folks are kind enough to remind me if I don’t.
This post shall be the official, “Remind Shawn” post. If it’s after 8:30AM EST, and I haven’t updated that widget in the corner, please don’t hesitate to slap me around a bit in the comment section. I deserve it.
(I don’t, however, deserve the kindness of you guys reminding me — but I’m just going to be thankful, and accept it on behalf of my family. They kinda want me around for the long haul, and high blood pressure sorta negates that likelihood. Thanks again.)
I’ve wanted a pair of Converse All-Stars my entire life. When I was younger, they were out of our price range, and then when I got to the point that I could afford them, I sorta forgot about my desire.
Then, I saw a pair at the shoe store when I was replacing my 7 year old sneakers. I instantly fell in love, and bought them, not caring what anybody else in the world thought. Can a 32 year old man wear shoes like this and not look foolish? Uh, well, since it’s me we’re talking about, foolishness isn’t really on my no-no list, so it didn’t matter. As it turns out, however, everybody seems to love them.
Oh, and I always assumed they’d be terribly uncomfortable, since they have no arch support, or fancy new-age design. I was sooooo wrong. These shoes are amazingly comfortable. More comfortable than any shoes I’ve ever owned. Ever. They really are amazing, and I can’t picture a time in my future I won’t own a pair. 🙂
My Chucks!
My Chuck Taylor, Converse All-Stars. These are the coolest shoes on the planet. I just thought you should know. 🙂
I landed in Pellston, and I’m awaiting my ride home. Pellston is an awesome airport, and has free WiFi. That is not true of either Detroit or Houston airports. They have coffee shops though, so I guess I won’t complain too much.
Lots of details about Houston and the flights later. My right ear wouldn’t pop, or depressurize, or whatever it is that ears should do while flying to avoid this horrible lopsided headache I have. I’m sure I’ll heal. (It still feels screwy, and the whole side of my head hurts… Ugh)
More later!