So today was the first day here in Iowa that gay couples could apply for a marriage license. For that matter, a few even got married today ( Read more... )

Happy Pi Day!

In response to David After Dentist, check out Chad Vader After Dentist
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGTAnXqn9Jc

New BPA free water bottle from Camelbak, another option to a Sigg bottle if you want to go BPA free. With the developmental risks that BPA might cause to your children, there might be a few of you reading this who might consider replacing your disposable plastic bottles or old-school nalgene bottles for this ( Read more... )

I just got an email from the Cubs about a recent acquisition:
"Cubs win Fukudome sweepstakes"

The player's name is Kosuke Fukudome
(pronounced "KOH-skay foo-koo-DOUGH-may")
However, at first glance of the subject line, my impression was that the Cubs were commenting on their dislike for playing in domes. ;)

Came across this Google maps mash-up that allows you to enter your ZIP code (lower left corner), and it shows you polluters within 10 miles that the EPA is monitoring.

http://maps.greendfw.com/

There is a discussion going on about buying cars in another journal, and it reminded me of an Edmunds.com article I came across a number of years ago. Anybody who is thinking of buying any type of car should read it; there most definitely are different kinds of car salesmen, and there are plenty of the slimy variety out there. Heck, read it even if ( Read more... )

DHMO Kills!

After reading all about the hazzards of DHMO, make sure to check out their sponsor and pick up a Klein bottle to store any DHMO you may have around your house.

Cheek donates Olympic winnings to African charities

Good for you Joey. He's even pressured olympic sponsors to match his gift. Nike will donate $30,000 in product of Cheek's choice as a result (although $30K in cash would have been nicer).

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