Sunday, August 27, 2006

Moving...


Sorry for the lack of postings, but I am in the process of moving to
a new abode and working around the clock. My internet at home will
be off for about a week or so, and my blog will be on a short sabbatical
in the meantime. I should be up and running in my new digs the first week
of September. Cheers!

Monday, August 21, 2006

Who'd A Thunk??

Boston re-lived the Massacre of 1978 in which the Yankees went to Fenway and swept a four game series and scored 42 runs. Well, the Yanks did it this time by sweeping a 5 game series and scoring 49 runs. The Bombers have taken a 6 1/2 game lead in the A.L. East over Boston, and things are not looking too good in Beantown. There is still plenty of baseball left, but the way the Yankees are playing, it will take a serious meltdown for Boston to get back in the running for the Division. Boston will get hot, but I think after this weekend they have set their sights on a Wildcard bid at best. As much as I fear Boston (particularly Manny/Ortiz), what would the post-season be without the best rivarly in sports?

P.S. Is there a better manager than Torre!? Amazing.

Friday, August 18, 2006

The Big Showdown

It's on in Fenway!

Tuesday, August 15, 2006

Blogger Beta

For those who are unfamiliar with Blogger, it is Google's Blogging tool that I happen to use. Although it is 100% free and functional, Blogger has received much criticism from the blogging-elite, who boast of all the cool features of others, such as Wordpress. As a novice to web design, I must admit, Blogger is a little limited, but it has forced me to understand HTML and CSS.

Well, in Google fashion, they are launching Blogger 'beta' (of course it's beta), that looks to be very versatile and easy to use. I have not been given the invitation yet, but I played around with a test site, and it does a whole lot more, without having to be an expert in HTML. Drag and drop seems to be the big upgrade, as well as changing the style with simplicity. So, if Acoustic Blog starts changing its look, you'll know that I got the upgrade. Just what I need, more time-killers to play on my blog.

For more details on Blogger beta, check out the article on Techcrunch.
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Saturday, August 12, 2006

On Sale Now

Make your own concert tickets at www.says-it.com. I just
got back from a great show @ Red Rocks in Denver, and for anyone
into live shows, you should have fun with this one.

Strange??

Department of Homeland Security has been working with Microsoft and letting the public know of all the holes in the Windows operating system that needs to be patched. Microsoft has released 12 security patches (at the urgency of DHS) to fix detrimental security flaws. Am I the only one that finds this just a little odd? I'm not a paranoid, conspiracy theory guy but:

  1. Why is DHS so concerned about my internet safety all of a sudden?
  2. Why does Microsoft need DHS to tell them how unsafe and flawed Windows is? Shouldn't MS already have known and automatically fixed the security holes?
Well, maybe we just need to thank DHS for protecting us from hackers and nasty viruses/worms that Microsoft just doesn't seem to care to protect against. Just food for thought and maybe DHS will offer the Yankees solutions for fixing the flaws in their middle relief and A-rod's jitters.

Thursday, August 10, 2006

Gettin His Goose On

Maurice Clarett back in a familiar situation; handcuffs on his way to jail. The former Ohio St. football star was arrested yet again on Tuesday night; this time for having concealed weapons in his car, and a few other charges such as causing a police chase and most likely DUI. After police chased down the speeding SUV, they used a stun gun on Clarett, which failed, because Clarett was wearing a bullet proof vest. There was also a half bottle of Grey Goose vodka, which was his drink of choice. When the Denver Broncos gave him a second chance on football last year, Mike Shanahan believed Clarett was hittin' the Goose during practice. The guy is clearly nuts, and jail might do him some good. He's been arrested at least 4 times since his Buckeye demise, and most for crazy incidents that make you scratch your head. At only 22, he has plenty of time to get on track, but I think it's safe to say his NFL hopes have flown the coop. Good luck Mo, and to his newest former football team, The Mahoning Valley Hitmen in Columbus (they forgot to tell Clarett they are a sports team, not a street gang).

Monday, August 07, 2006

Radio Hack

Via Lifehacker, there is a handy website to track radio station playlists in any zip code. YES.COM
is pretty cool for looking up that song that you can't remember who sang, or what album it's on...Simply punch in your zip code and a list of stations pops up, and it lists every song by minute and hour that the radio station has played in real time. Another cool thing is by hitting the link of the song, you are automatically directed to iTunes so you can purchase the track on the spot. If you're like me, most of my radio listening is in the car, and I am usually not surfing the web while driving. However, if a missed song is really bugging you, just note the time and check it later. Or, for those listening to the radio at work, what a perfect way to pass the time. Completely useless, but for those like myself who cannot sleep until you find the answer to a stupid piece of trivia, check out YES.COM.

Friday, August 04, 2006

Dream Team 2006

After an embarrassing performance in Athens 2004 and other World events, Coach K from Duke has assembled what should be a dominating World Basketball team made up of Lebron, D-Wade, Carmelo, and a host of other NBA greats. While only a scrimmage, the US beat up on Puerto Rico last night by 45, and looked pretty good in the process. Coach K appears to be on a mission to motivate a team effort with a strong patriotic message to get the team to represent the country. It seems as if the team has bought into the philosophy, and are determined to provide some entertainment mixed with class and composure. Most of the stars of this team are young and the new faces of the NBA, and it is nice to see this group of superstars genuinely act as a team representing the US for all the right reasons. Should be fun to watch.

Tuesday, August 01, 2006

Birthday Greetings

August 1, 1942-August 9, 1995