Monthly Archives: March 2009
Comparing apples to… Apples
One of the forums I frequent is the PackPride Brickyard. It is occupied by general chatter of politics and life by and for NC State Wolfpack fans. Yesterday, someone posted the following: Reasons to buy Mac vs other laptop are … Continue reading
Éirinn go brách!
And a Happy St. Patrick’s day to you! On this day the local pub, O’Connel’s, serves green beer en masse to the college throngs. I, being somewhat of a connoisseur, refuse to partake of the dyed cheap beer. Instead I … Continue reading
Remember “Those who cannot learn from history…?”
“What we learn from history is that we do not learn from history.” – Benjamin Disraeli This was quoted in a Barron’s article outlining how some of the blame for the current economic situation falls at the feet of our … Continue reading
Damn Telemarketers!
I’m getting calls and letters saying my vehicle’s warranty “is about to expire.” My response: “NO S__T SHERLOCK! My truck is 10 years old!” This is obviously a scam to pressure me into buying some expensive and worthless “warranty.” Here’s … Continue reading