I don't know why one would use Windows these days. Found this on Vox Day's site. Turns out, Microsoft turned off the International Criminal Court prosecutors stuff, so France is divesting itself from Microsoft: France just banned Windows from 2.5 million government computers. The reason is terrifying. The US sanctioned the International Criminal Court. Microsoft … Continue reading MS Shenanigans
No Rain
But we got a rainbow: We were supposed to get some rain from Eduardo as it fizzled. Nada. Got nothing. Not a drop.
Compressor Maintenance
I looked back in all my posts and didn't see any about fixing my compressor year ago. Huh. Probably because it happened in the dark times. I have a Husky 8 gallon unit. It was decent until it had an issue with the shutoff valve. I don't remember what the deal was. I think it … Continue reading Compressor Maintenance
Can’t Wait for the Fall Colors
Yeah. That mostly don't happen here. Word has it the heatwave will break this week, and we may get rain, of all things. Fall is my favorite season. I love the snap in the air, the leaves falling, the smell. Down here in North Texas, we really don't get the full experience. But just a … Continue reading Can’t Wait for the Fall Colors
Gratuitous Dog Pic
This is the late Repo, from my buddy Larry's car dealership - C3Auto. I bought my first car from him in 2007, I think. Repo was maybe 3 years old at the time. Here, he's an old man, 14 or so. Even though he was older than most labs when he passed, it still crushed … Continue reading Gratuitous Dog Pic
Dealing with Obsolete Gear
I run quite a bit every week. Usually 10k or a little more, depending on the weather. To do that you don't need much, but you do need a few things, especially in the heat here in Texas. Super light running shorts and shirts that wick moisture are a must have. You'll broil and get … Continue reading Dealing with Obsolete Gear
Going to a Rodeo. Total Texas
Last Friday I headed out to meet some friends in Fort Worth to check out the rodeo. I left early so I'd have some hangout time. This is the first time I've been to Fort Worth since I moved, and first time to the stockyards. First off, Fort Worth is way more happening than Dallas. … Continue reading Going to a Rodeo. Total Texas
The Cover is Better
This song popped up on my youtube feed. I originally heard Marcus King's version. He's sitting in Carter's Vintage guiatr shop playing a seriously antique Fender Broadcaster which blends with the tone of his voice perfectly. I was looking to see it's original version and found it. Here's the original: https://youtu.be/Uyuub51sPCM Sounds a little cheery, … Continue reading The Cover is Better
Range Report
I need help. I try to go shooting a few times a month. If I go once, I've made my membership fee back. It doesn't take long to bust off $50 worth of ammo. Lately, I've gone in the early afternoon on my days off. I really can't stand the doofus that does check in. … Continue reading Range Report
Book Report: How to not die in prison
Well, our pal Karmelo Anthony was in the news this week. Turns out his new hotrod legal team got a new judge to decide whether or not there'll be an appeal accepted. Apparently there were raycisms. I don't get how they can say there were no black jurors. There were blacks in the pool. Why … Continue reading Book Report: How to not die in prison
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