Life [or so it’s called]
Change your password… Please!
I don’t normally get all worked up over security issues. But this article by LifeHacker is an easy read and makes a lot of sense. Change your password. Honestly. It is easy to do. Please be safe.
Negative Images ‘Brainwash’ African Americans
I love this discussion and feel it is a very important one to have. Bravo! —- Heard on Talk of the Nation March 18, 2010 – NEAL CONAN, host: This is TALK OF THE NATION. I’m Neal Conan, in Washington. Longtime adman Tom Burrell argues that the longest-running, most successful propaganda campaign of all time … Read more
My Living Will
Last night, my kids and I were sitting in the living room and I said to them, ‘I never want to live in a vegetative state, dependent on some machine, drinking fluids from a bottle. If that ever happens, just pull the plug.’ They got up, unplugged the Computer, and threw out my wine. Kent A. Kobelin … Read more
Buy the iPad
Am seriously thinking about pre-ordering the iPad. Is that a good idea or should I wait a while? Also not sure which model would be best. I really do not want to pay for the 3G network access as I’m hoping that universal wi-fi will soon be the norm around here. Appreciate your input. Thanks, … Read more
An educator wakes up
Art writes: I loved this article: I think Diane Ravitch’s vision for a traditional public education is similar to what we have in Albany, though obviously the district is in need of resources. I’m very happy with our district and a traditional public education, and I feel the article articulates what’s good about that tradition. … Read more
Sunshine
Kanada! What do you see?!?!!?
Alejandro Chaskielberg
It is not everyday that I come across photographs so astounding I have to stop everything and take them in. The New York Times has a photography, video and visual journalism archive called Lens. While going through it I came across a section called Fictional Photos, Real People which talks about the work of Alejandro … Read more
Some thoughts on Belize
>My beau and I are looking forward to going to Belize. He dives, I snorkel. Your wife suggested we speak with you. I think we’ll stay either at Belizean Shores (looks great, proven place) or if you have another recommendation, please let me know. Also, Paul asked if you were familiar with the “all inclusive … Read more
Movies to see – 04-25-09
Here are a few movies I plan to see. Let me know if any interest you. —- Top Pick Facing Ali – In theaters: Coming Soon Three-time World Heavyweight Champion Muhammad Ali defeated almost every top fighter of the golden age of boxing and symbolized the sport for generations of fans. Now, ten of his … Read more