This Looks AMAZING!

Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert Translates the Right's Supposedly Plain Spoken Rhetoric:

I'm usually not the biggest fan of Stephen Colbert, but he hits the mark in this video. Follow the link above to see it, there wasn't an option to embed it.

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Do You Know Ronald Jenkees?

'Cause, if you like music, you should.  He has some funky glasses and is a little strange, but he's smokin' on the keyboard.  Check out his site here.

Watch a bunch more videos here, if you're interested.

I came across his music on Pandora while listening to The Glitch Mob station.  I find lots of cool music through that station, and I made a separate one for Jenkees.  Enjoy the music!

Art With a Hint of Conservation

Transforming Shattered CDs into Animal Sculptures - My Modern Metropolis:

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Some people are really talented, and resourceful! I'm always impressed when someone can take something that would end up in a landfill and turn it into something beautiful. I would say these sculptures rise above just being crafty. His use of color, movement, texture, and the posing of the animals definitely speak to a higher art. Below are a few of my favorites.

James Roper | Fubiz™

James Roper | Fubiz™:

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These are some very nice illustrations by James Roper. He does a great job of varying up his textures and creates some interesting images. Some remind me of old master paintings of Jesus up in the clouds, only here we see the figures made out of cloth, and only deep shadows where their faces would normally reside. Too heavy on the symbolism?

I enjoy the movement he creates with the turning and folding of the cloth, and by letting your eye flow from one texture to the next. You can make out human figures in some of them that seem to deform or explode; they remind me of sausage or balloons that have been tied off. Others have a very strong resemblance to intestines and cell walls.


Follow the link at the top to see more of his images, or go to his site linked in the first paragraph. I'll post of a few more below. Enjoy!


 

 

 

Resident Evil: Retribution

I'm surprising interested in seeing this movie.  I've seen some of the early Resident Evil movies, and they are entertaining, but not great.  I think it's the grand scale of this one that makes it look more promising.  What's up with everything being so apocalyptic these days, though?  It's a weird current going through mainstream culture.

The Story Continues

2013 Subaru BRZ and 2013 Scion FR-S: A Study in Comparison and Contrast - Feature - Car and Driver:

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It looks like there might finally be a price tag on these bad boys, "about $26,000." That's not terrible, but I wonder how much the upgrades will add on to that figure. I like the idea that there is some space left under the hood for a turbo someday in the future; that's promising. However, the more I keep up on this story, the less excited I grow, as if they are trying to make too much out of something that isn't that special. Maybe a test drive would change that feeling.

Some Beautiful Images to End Your Monday

Emotionally Charged Ink Illustrations - My Modern Metropolis:

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Rola Chang's ink illustrations.

Gerhard Richter Documentary

Gerhard Richter Painting:

Gerhard Richter Painting trailer from Kino Lorber on Vimeo.

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A documentary on Gerhard Richter, you say? Count me in! This has potential to go down in history as one of the great art documentaries. I need to see if I can get my hands on any of the older ones on Picasso, Hans Hofmann, and Pollock. Should be exciting.

R.I.P. Theophilus Brown

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2012/02/10/BAE51N59PQ.DTL&feed=rss.news

It's always sad to me when a great painter dies. I'm not as familiar with Brown as I am some of the others from the Bay Area Figurative movement, but he certainly ran around with a lot of my heroes: de Kooning, Diebenkorn, Picasso, and Bischoff.

He lived a long life, may we all be so lucky.

Game of Thrones Season 2!!!

Photo Gallery: Game of Thrones Season 2 - Today's News: Our Take | TVGuide.com:

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Game of Thrones season 2 is coming up, who's excited? You know I am. A big fan of the books, I wasn't super happy with how season one turned out, but I'll still take it. This time around, I'll be able to watch it in HD instead of standard definition on a channel that didn't come in so well. So, I'm doubly excited about that. Let's hope the directing/acting gets better as we go.

If you haven't, check out the Song of Ice and Fire series by George R.R. Martin that the series is based on.  It is a good escape into a fantasy world, and well worth the read.  There are five books out so far with two more to go.  I'm hoping he wraps it up well, as I was a little disappointed with the last book.

DUBSTEP

PUMPED UP KICKS|DUBSTEP - YouTube: ""

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Marquese Scott has some pretty smooth moves. My brother-in-law pointed me to this video. I knew I liked the music before I knew there was a whole genre. Dubstep has become one of my favorite types of music, with bands like The Glitch Mob, Bassnectar, Skrillex, and many others. Enjoy the video!

Here is another one that is pretty good:

2014 BMW M3

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The M3 has long been held tightly in my heart. It is one of the "more affordable" cars for a driving enthusiast.  (Compared to a super-car anyway).  Personally, I invite the move from a V-8 to a V-6 with Turbos. Hopefully, it will mean less weight and more fuel-efficiency.  I will miss the hood bulge from the recent model if they do end up taking it away, but I wouldn't want it there just for looks.

I'm still waiting on my affordable, fuel-efficient, performance car. Yes, I want it all.

Why French Parents Are Superior

Why French Parents Are Superior by Pamela Druckerman - WSJ.com:

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I think there are some interesting points in this article. I definitely think some American kids get away with too much and aren't given any boundaries. Check it out, it's a good read.

Reminds me a little of the book I'm reading by Jane Nelsen: Positive Discipline.

Car and Driver Blog » Hennessey Planning 800-Plus-HP McLaren MP4-12C HPE800 Twin Turbo

Car and Driver Blog » Hennessey Planning 800-Plus-HP McLaren MP4-12C HPE800 Twin Turbo:

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A beautiful car for a beautiful day.

Forget about football for a little bit and lose yourself in this car.

Some More Music from the Drive-Through Guy

The first song is the best, make sure to listen closely to the entire track.
My wife says he should try out for American Idol.

Here is his website.

Because Global Warming is Just a Left-Wing Conspiracy

THE ISLAND PRESIDENT—A Documentary Film By Jon Shenk |:




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The Island President looks like it'll be a good documentary. It's sad though, because it might already be too late to do enough before sea levels overtake the Maldives. Sounds like that means Manhattan, too (and many other cities/nations that are close to sea level).  Hopefully, this film will raise more awareness and spur more action.

Knowing how things go, people (and governments) will just deny it and wait until major catastrophe strikes before even thinking about changing their way of life. Millions of people are going to be affected by rising sea levels. I hope we can pull together and do something more than just say, "It sucks to be them."

Just for fun

This is my son when he was very young...under a year old.

Alaskan Klee Kai, Miniature Alaskan Husky, Mini Husky

Alaskan Klee Kai, Miniature Alaskan Husky, Mini Husky:

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This is one of the cutest dogs I've ever seen. I saw one in my building recently and had to inquire about the breed. If I ever get a dog, I would seriously consider this one. Of course, it is pretty expensive.

After searching the internet for pictures, I couldn't find one as cute as the one in my building, but I'd still consider getting one.

To Nanny or Not to Nanny

Do you use a nanny? Would you? As a stay-at-home dad, I see a lot of nannies at work in the parks. Maybe this is just the case around the East Bay (I have seen this in both Alameda and Albany), but I would never trust my child with these people.

Most of the time the nannies are either talking on the phone or with one another, but they are not paying attention to the children. Often, they seem to have too many children to look after as well.

Just the other day, a child ran off and the nanny did not even notice. A nearby worker who was using a leaf blower to clean out gutters noticed the child and had to call over to the nanny to get him. This was not an enclosed park, there were no fences, there were streets nearby, and there was construction going on nearby. This nanny was lucky that someone else was looking out for the child, and so were the parents.

This is pretty awesome

I love creative people, they make me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.

GreenZero Chargers

GreenZero Chargers:

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Another smart device for your smartphone.  It shuts off after the battery is full, how smart is that!  And, it's not insanely expensive, so it might actually save you some money.

Can be purchased at http://www.bracketron.com/

Speed Metabolism, Burn More Calories - 5 Ways to Get Your Metabolism Soaring - Shape Magazine

Speed Metabolism, Burn More Calories - 5 Ways to Get Your Metabolism Soaring - Shape Magazine:

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Continuing on the theme of health and wellness, here are some good tips to boost your metabolism.

How Sitting All Day Is Damaging Your Body and How You Can Counteract It

How Sitting All Day Is Damaging Your Body and How You Can Counteract It:

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A useful article for all of you who sit a desk all day, and possibly go home to sit some more. This article is a little more hopeful than some, which claim there is no way to counteract the effects. I hope this one is right.

Here are the two keys:

Remember to stand once an hour.

Get about 30 minutes of activity per day.

Exotic Car Tours

Exotic Car Tours:

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What a great idea, why haven't I heard of this before?  A little on the pricey side, but would be an amazing gift. It would be pretty sweet to be able to try out all of these beauties.  I wonder how much they let you open them up.  What would be more fun?  If they let you take them to the track and race them, but I'm sure they'd quickly lose their fleet.

Powertrekk | A fuel cell charger for instant power anywhere

Powertrekk | A fuel cell charger for instant power anywhere:

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Off the grid power for your phone (and other USB devices), just add water...brilliant!  However, from a quick search on the Internet, it seems it might only cost about $0.12 to charge a cellphone.  And, seeing that this unit will cost $229 or so, it might take some time to make up the cost.  I guess the real intention for this device is for hikers/explorers/no-man's-land-wanderers who will be away from a power source for a long time.  In that case, it would be a very useful device to have handy.

Lo-Lo Ma: New York City's new homegrown borough - Core77

Lo-Lo Ma: New York City's new homegrown borough - Core77:

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An interesting article, it reminds me of the Bay Area. I can't believe they are just dumping old subway cars into the ocean...

2013 Porsche Cayman / Cayman S Rendered – News – Car and Driver

2013 Porsche Cayman / Cayman S Rendered – News – Car and Driver:

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I'd go with a different color choice than key lime pie, but other than that, I would love to own this car. The S version would be the more appealing choice for me, or if they come out with another Black edition. I've always loved the Cayman, as it has more visual appeal than most of the previous Boxsters, and it is slightly more affordable than the base 911. If I'm ever lucky enough to win the lottery, I might end up in one of these. Otherwise, I'll be waiting for years for them to depreciate into my price range.

Dyson AM04 Dyson Hot™ fan heater | Dyson.com

Dyson AM04 Dyson Hot™ fan heater | Dyson.com:

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This thing just looks awesome.  Too bad it costs so much, or I'd get one for my studio.  Why do I have such expensive taste, and professions that pay 0-little money?  I'd love to see one in action; it sort of baffles me how it would work.

OLED Solar Sunroofs Coming to a Car Near You : TreeHugger

OLED Solar Sunroofs Coming to a Car Near You : TreeHugger:

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Here is a pretty cool idea. I'd like to see more solar power integration with automobiles. It would be nice if they could make all of the windows, or at least ones in the roof, into a solar panel to at least power some of the accessories.

A Nice Monday Morning Message Passed Along from My Wife

Five (5) lessons about the way we treat people

1 - First Important Lesson - Cleaning Lady.


During my second month of college, our professor Gave us a pop quiz. I was a conscientious student and had breezed through the questions until I read the last one:

"What is the first name of the woman who cleans the school?"
Surely this was some kind of joke. I had seen the
Cleaning woman several times. She was tall,
Dark-haired and in her 50's, but how would I know her name?

I handed in my paper, leaving the last question
Blank. Just before class ended, one student asked if
The last question would count toward our quiz grade.

"Absolutely, " said the professor.. "In your careers,
You will meet many people.  All are significant.. They
Deserve your attention and care, even if all you do
Is smile and say "hello.."

I've never forgotten that lesson... I also learned her
Name was Dorothy.

2. - Second Important Lesson - Pickup in the Rain
One night, at 11:30 p.m., an older African American
Woman was standing on the side of an Alabama highway
Trying to endure a lashing rain storm. Her car had
Broken down and she desperately needed a ride.
Soaking wet, she decided to flag down the next car.
A young white man stopped to help her, generally
Unheard of in those conflict-filled 1960's. The man
Took her to safety, helped her get assistance and
Put her into a taxicab.

She seemed to be in a big hurry, but wrote down his
Address and thanked him. Seven days went by and a
Knock came on the man's door. To his surprise, a
Giant console color TV was delivered to his home. A
Special note was attached.

It read:
"Thank you so much for assisting me on the highway
The other night. The rain drenched not only my
Clothes, but also my spirits.  Then you came along.
Because of you, I was able to make it to my dying
Husband's' bedside just before he passed away.... God
Bless you for helping me and unselfishly serving
Others.."

Sincerely,
Mrs. Nat King Cole.

3 - Third Important Lesson - Always remember those who serve.
In the days when an ice cream sundae cost much less,
A 10-year-old boy entered a hotel coffee shop and
Sat at a table. A waitress put a glass of water in
Front of him.
"How much is an ice cream sundae?" he asked.
"Fifty cents," replied the waitress.
The little boy pulled his hand out of his pocket and
Studied the coins in it.
"Well, how much is a plain dish of ice cream?" he inquired.
By now more people were waiting for a table and the
Waitress was growing impatient..
"Thirty-five cents," she brusquely replied.
The little boy again counted his coins.
"I'll have the plain ice cream," he said.
The waitress brought the ice cream, put the bill on
The table and walked away The boy finished the ice
Cream, paid the cashier and left..  When the waitress
Came back, she began to cry as she wiped down the
Table.  There, placed neatly beside the empty dish,
Were two nickels and five pennies..

You see,  he couldn't  have the sundae, because he had
To have enough left to leave her a tip.

4 - Fourth Important Lesson. - The obstacle in Our Path.
In ancient times, a King had a boulder placed on a
Roadway.  Then he hid himself and watched to see if
Anyone would remove the huge rock.  Some of the
King's' wealthiest merchants and courtiers came by
And simply walked around it..  Many loudly blamed the
King for not keeping the roads clear, but none did
Anything about getting the stone out of the way.

Then a peasant came along carrying a load of
Vegetables.  Upon approaching the boulder, the
peasant laid down his burden and tried to move the
stone to the side of the road.  After much pushing
and straining, he finally succeeded. After the
peasant picked up his load of vegetables, he noticed
a purse lying in the road where the boulder had
been. The purse contained many gold coins and a note
from the King indicating that the gold was for the
person who removed the boulder from the roadway.  The
peasant learned what many of us never understand!
Every obstacle presents an opportunity to improve
our condition.

5 - Fifth Important Lesson - Giving When it Counts...
Many years ago, when I worked as a volunteer at a
hospital, I got to know a little girl named Liz who
was suffering from a rare & serious disease.  Her only
chance of recovery appeared to be a blood
transfusion from her 5-year old brother, who had
miraculously survived the same disease and had
developed the antibodies needed to combat the
illness.  The doctor explained the situation to her
little brother, and asked the little boy if he would
be willing to give his blood to his sister.
I saw him hesitate for only a moment before taking a
deep breath and saying, "Yes I'll do it if it will save
her."  As the transfusion progressed, he lay in bed
next to his sister and smiled, as we all did, seeing
the color returning to her cheek. Then his face
grew pale and his smile faded.
He looked up at the doctor and asked with a
trembling voice, "Will I start to die right away".
Being young, the little boy had misunderstood the
doctor; he thought he was going to have to give his
sister all of his blood in order to save her. 

Remarkable Oil Paintings Made with Rippling Drops - My Modern Metropolis

Remarkable Oil Paintings Made with Rippling Drops - My Modern Metropolis:

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I'm not as in love with these paintings as the author, but they are nice images, and he uses an interesting technique of controlled dripping.

Why...

I really love the playground in Oakland, pictured above.  It's big, creative, and has a nice variety of play elements.

However, on my last visit, I found this inside:

There was also and empty forty, and cigarillo wrappers and tobacco strewn about.  Someone obviously had a good time here the night before.  It's pretty disgusting that they have to do this on a playground...at least clean up after yourself.  Jeez!

BBC News - South Carolina primary: Gingrich leads opinion polls

BBC News - South Carolina primary: Gingrich leads opinion polls:

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I have thought this all along, as others can testify, but I'll just say it now for the record: It will be Romney, it has always been Romney, and he will lose.  It's too bad so much money has been wasted on this race.  I have a somewhat less strong feeling that he will take Santorum as his VP, but I'm not really sure about that. I hope he doesn't, because Santorum is one scary dude.  If he does, he will lose even harder.  There you have it, we'll see what happens.

Bodum Bistro Pour Over Coffee Machine | Uncrate

Bodum Bistro Pour Over Coffee Machine | Uncrate:

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I'm not sure I'll ever give up my French press, but I'd give this coffee maker a try. However, at $250, it's not something I'll be running out to get soon (or probably ever). Looks sleek, though.

The Glitch Mob Station on Pandora is Awesome!

Just sayin'...

Check it out

Cars, Cars, Cars!

2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Photos and Info – News – Car and Driver:

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2013 Porsche Boxster / Boxster S

Looks like fun driving.

I really like what they've done to the Boxster from the front. However, I'm not a big fan of the rear spoiler crossing through the break lights.

Car and Driver Blog » TRD Shows Performance Parts for Toyota GT 86, Similar Items Will Be Available for Scion FR-S

Car and Driver Blog » TRD Shows Performance Parts for Toyota GT 86, Similar Items Will Be Available for Scion FR-S:

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This car has given me more ups and downs than a bipolar girlfriend. I love it, I hate it...maybe I'm interested, maybe I'm not.

For now, my excitement has been renewed, but only due to these TRD performance upgrades.  I'm also changing my leaning towards the Scion, rather than the Subaru, seeing that it is probably built more for drifting (agility rather than stability is how I read it somewhere, I believe).  The body kits adds a lot to this car, which I'm not very interested in as stock.

I mean, look at that butt:

And those seats!

My main fear is how much these upgrades will add to the price.  My prediction is that it'll price it right out of that comfortable "below $30,000" range.  

BBC News - Sopa: US backers end support for anti-piracy bill

BBC News - Sopa: US backers end support for anti-piracy bill:

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That's awesome.

With New See-Through Display, Samsung Puts the Window in Windows - Core77

With New See-Through Display, Samsung Puts the Window in Windows - Core77:




Here's something for my fellow gadget geeks out there. This touch screen "window" could certainly lead to some interesting ideas and applications. I wonder about the energy consumption of the blind feature, but I do like the transparency. Someday, every inch of our homes will probably be wired and connected to a computer and/or the internet.
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RydeSafe Reflective Bike Decals — Bicycles -- Better Living Through Design

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This is pretty awesome if you're a person who finds yourself riding your bike a lot at night, especially in high traffic areas. I know, as a driver, it can be hard seeing bicyclists (and pedestrians!) on the road at night. It's even harder to see people when they are wearing dark clothing. The decals can make riding at night a lot safer, and add some bling to your bike!

The Environmental Impact of Meat, ProQuest Discovery Guides

The Environmental Impact of Meat, ProQuest Discovery Guides:

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An interesting article about the environmental impact of eating meat (and cheese).  I tried various states of being vegetarian for 8 years, and if it's done right, it can be a great lifestyle.  The environmental impact is an interesting angle, as opposed to animal cruelty or religious reasons.  One quote I found most interesting was, "If everyone in the U.S. ate no meat or cheese just one day a week, it would be like not driving 91 billion miles – or taking 7.6 million cars off the road."

Thanks to my wife for sending this my way!

Disney Princesses As Pin-Up Dolls For 2012 Calendar - DesignTAXI.com

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I'll let you decide for yourself what to think about the theme of Disney characters as pin-up dolls, but the illustrations certainly are amazing. If I'm not wrong, J. Scott Campell illustrated some of the comic books I read when I was young. Enjoy!

Digital Life - Programming prodigy passes away at 16: Hear her philosophy of life

Digital Life - Programming prodigy passes away at 16: Hear her philosophy of life:

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A sad story, but what an amazing girl.

"If you want to do something big in your life, you must remember that shyness is only the mind," she said. "If you think shy, you act shy. If you think confident you act confident. Therefore never let shyness conquer your mind."

Wooden Apartment in Hong Kong

Wooden Apartment in Hong Kong:

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OK, OK, I'll stop posting about cars for a while. Here is a beautiful apartment in Hong Kong decorated with wood paneling. I love how warm the wood makes the apartment feel, but I'm not a big fan of the kitchen. The dark bathroom floor and walls are a nice touch as well, but I might have chosen a different toilet and sink. It's fun to see what people have done with their apartments and envision what we might do with ours someday.

Facebook And Divorce - AskMen

Facebook And Divorce - AskMen:

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I can't say Facebook flirting leading to divorce is surprising.  As Facebook becomes more and more a part of people's lives, it seems logical that real-world drama would work its way in to the social network.  I'd think people would be more likely to flirt on Facebook than in person considering the empowered feeling many get sitting behind the keyboard.

I, for one, am happy to be done with Facebook, and am waiting for its eventual fade from existence.

Helix Bridge / Cox Architecture with Architects 61 | ArchDaily

Helix Bridge / Cox Architecture with Architects 61 | ArchDaily:

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Just a cool design I thought I'd share.

Car and Driver Blog » 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Priced From $22,700, Goes on Sale this Spring

Car and Driver Blog » 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Priced From $22,700, Goes on Sale this Spring:

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When I first saw the Gucci version of the Fiat 500, I thought it was ridiculous.  Especially, since Jennifer Lopez was driving it in the commercial.  The Abarth version makes me take a second glance at this tiny vehicle.  I don't think I could really ever drive something this small, but for the price, it's worth a test drive.  As they say in the C&D article linked above, it might just be better to spend a little more and get the GTI.

2012 Audi RS5 | Uncrate

2012 Audi RS5 | Uncrate:

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Let me begin by explaining my growing love for Audi.  I've always been aware of Audi, at least slightly aware for as long as I've been interested in cars.  I suppose, since I heard of the TT, which came out in 1998, is more accurate.  However, only recently have I really started to appreciate their beauty.  It all started when I drove by an Audi lot in Oakland and saw an A5 sitting there just waiting to be appreciated.  It was probably 2010 when this car first struck me, and awakened my desire to possess one of these beauties.  It'll be a grand stroke of luck if I can ever afford one of these cars, but I will always appreciate them from afar.  The S5, and the RS5 only add to my liking, loving, and desire for this model.

Read more about it here, on wikipedia.

2012 Toyota Prius C – News – Car and Driver

2012 Toyota Prius C – News – Car and Driver:

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I really wanted to be excited about this car, I really did.  Don't get me wrong, it's a reasonable car, but for my personal taste I need a little more in at least two areas.  At 53mpg in the city and 46mpg on the highway, it gets fairly good mileage.  However, my wife and I own a 2008 Prius and average about 46-47mpg with combined highway/city driving.  If the C was up closer to 100mpg, I'd be more impressed.  (It is smaller, and lighter, than the other vehicles in the Prius family...) The other area that really stands out to me is the styling.  It's not an awful looking car, but it's not all that appealing either.  My hopes for the Prius line is that they will someday come out with a sportier version, but in style and performance.

Innergie PocketCell Rechargeable Battery Bank at werd.com

Innergie PocketCell Rechargeable Battery Bank at werd.com:

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Another gadget for gadget geeks who need to keep the gadgets powered up.

SpareOne

SpareOne:

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This phone is pretty awesome in terms of energy conservation, especially if you just want to keep it around for emergencies.  15 years on a AA battery, not bad at all.

Roller Rock Glass | Uncrate

Roller Rock Glass | Uncrate:

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It's Monday morning, need a drink?  Yeah, me too...

If you want to drink in style, and keep your drink from being watered down by ice, the Roller Rock Glass is the way to go.  My wife recently bought me some whiskey rocks, which are similar in purpose, but don't quite have the pizzazz you see here.

(ahem...drink responsibly!)

Insane, in a dorky kind of way

Here is a cool little device, and this guy is pretty good at using it.  He's obviously spent a lot of time with it and can certainly move his fingers pretty fast around the buttons.  I'm still debating on trying out the version for iphone.  Looks like fun!

Lexus LF-LC Concept | Uncrate

Lexus LF-LC Concept | Uncrate:

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An interesting looking car for your Friday.'

Bachmann Says She Will Not Continue in the Race - NYTimes.com

Bachmann Says She Will Not Continue in the Race - NYTimes.com:

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Finally! Jeez...why did it take this long? She could have asked me a long time ago and I could have told her she didn't have a chance. Maybe she's stayed in this long in hopes for a cabinet position, or possibly a dream of being VP. Personally, I hope to never have to hear her voice again. She is one scary woman to me, at least as a president.

Five predictions for security in 2012 | InSecurity Complex - CNET News

Five predictions for security in 2012 | InSecurity Complex - CNET News:

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It's always a good idea to keep an eye on the tech threats out there. Be smart, be safe.

Philippe Starck: Creativity, Money And Sex | Epicenter | Wired.com

Philippe Starck: Creativity, Money And Sex | Epicenter | Wired.com:

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An interesting read.

If You Haven't Had Your Daily Dose of Extreme Sadness, Watch This:

Dying teen's final video goes viral | Health Tech - CNET News:

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I almost didn't even want to post this, it's so sad. I can't imagine what it must be like knowing you are going to die at a young age. Knowing their time is limited, these people often appreciate and enjoy life more than the average person.  Seeing this video made me think about how much of my life I take for granted, and how much of it is just plain wasted.  That is why I wanted to post it; I hope it inspires others in the same way.  Grab your tissues...

SureFire Pen | Uncrate

SureFire Pen | Uncrate:

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A little late for Christmas, but if you have another gift-giving day coming, here is a gift for the man (or woman, I suppose, if she likes these sort of things) who has everything.  It's a nice looking pen that will come in handy if you ever get trapped in a car - it can break glass! - or if you lock yourself out of your home, I suppose.

2013 Subaru BRZ Prototype First Drive - Motor Trend

2013 Subaru BRZ Prototype First Drive - Motor Trend:

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I'm still keeping my eye on this little car, and I'm starting to like the looks of the Subaru better than the Toyota/Scion.  However, the more I read and learn about it, the less I feel like I'd actually want to own one.  They say, if you love driving, you'll love this car, and I would consider myself a lover of driving, but the low horse power has me a little worried.  Motor Trend guesses it has around 200hp.  I'll be interested to see if they do end up making one with a Turbo.  The idea of a 4-door sedan also has me interested, but maybe I'm really just waiting for the new WRX.