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Happy New Year 2012 from Bali with Angry Birds and Beer

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Administrator

Happy New Year 2012 from Bali, with Angry Birds and beer! Traditionally, New Year’s in Bali is celebrated with a fireworks display near Kuta Beach. And lots of beer. Bintang Beer comes in 2 bottle sizes, the 330 mL “Pint” … Continue reading →

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Ceremony Marks UK Retirement of Harriers

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Administrator

Above: Sixteen Harriers flew in formation over the UK Midlands marking the type’s retirement from British service. ainonline.com: Ceremony Marks UK Retirement of Harriers and then … ainonline.com: UK Harrier Fleet Sold to U.S. Marines for Spares

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Barnes & Noble Nook Color 7″ Tablet BNRV200 Review

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Administrator

I bought a refurbished Barnes & Noble Nook Color 7″ (developer nickname “encore”) tablet on sale for $119 (originally retailed at $249, now $199.) The unit that arrived was a model BNRV200 with Software version 1.2.0 installed. In short, the … Continue reading →

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Practical Green Technology Links

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Administrator

It’s not easy bein’ green. – Kermit the Frog Here’s some interesting links, mostly related to installing and maintaining alternate energy technologies for heating and cooling: youtube.com: HOW I MADE A SOLAR POP CAN FURNACE / HEATER ocregister.com: Electric cars … Continue reading →

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My Old Black Sweater

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Administrator

Back in 1991, I happened to be in a BiWay dollar store near Toronto. It was a cold fall day, so I bought a black sweater with a green and white design in a remainders bin for $1. Fast forward … Continue reading →

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