Monthly Archives: April 2007

Scraaaatch

Posted on April 28, 2007 by

I’ve been taken out of commission by some type of heat rash or allergy affecting my face and neck. I’ve assembled the finest team of witch doctors in the Northeastern Region, and am currently sticking dried gecko in my orifices … Continue reading →

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A quick note regarding comments

Posted on April 24, 2007 by

My shared server is sick, or my blogging software is messed up. It’s hard to tell, because my “country road” DSL connection is so spotty. In any case, what this means for you, loyal reader, is that comments may seem … Continue reading →

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Lion vs. Mantis (don't mess w/the king dub)

Posted on April 24, 2007 by
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Recent Observations

Posted on April 23, 2007 by

I just saw a big house gecko bite another on the neck, and it wouldn’t let go. Finally the one being bitten managed to escape, but the big one chased it all the way across the wall. I wonder what … Continue reading →

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Pimp My Ride with Borat

Posted on April 23, 2007 by

I haven’t decided whether Borat is retarded or brilliant yet – I think that’s what’s considered cutting edge these days, though. Speaking of pimping rides, I left my car in the shop for some dampening work and to be fit … Continue reading →

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Thailand is too hot for campfires

Posted on April 21, 2007 by

I’ve just come back from an “English camp” where I taught elementary school kids at a summer camp with a couple of colleagues. It was fun, but totally sapping in the 100 degree weather. It was nice to be in … Continue reading →

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VA Tech

Posted on April 17, 2007 by

A prayer for the victims, families, and friends. And a curse on all the bad people living in this world.

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A Chink in the Armour

Posted on April 16, 2007 by

“A documentary looking at Chinese stereotypes in North America. Do they all know kung fu? Are they all good at math? How many really suck at driving? Answers lie within!” (Google Video link) You know, this is the first documentary … Continue reading →

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Mangosteens and Rambutans

Posted on April 16, 2007 by

…are in season! They sell for around 40 cents per pound each at the market; this is apparently a good year. Probably my favorite fruit in the world. In fact, I can’t think of a close second. Such an alien-looking … Continue reading →

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Cows in Kalasin

Posted on April 15, 2007 by

A photo from a road trip to a dam in Kalasin (a neighboring town) last month. I just had to stop the car to walk among them even though it was 100 degrees outside. In other news, I am still … Continue reading →

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Bat stretcher

Posted on April 15, 2007 by

This story reminds me of the story our drummer told me about his cousin’s first day of work at Domino’s, being sent on a mission to find “dough patch” for the pizzas. (thx Mol)

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Thai Kidnapping Gangs

Posted on April 15, 2007 by

If you have about 45 free minutes and any interest in kidnapping gangs operating in Thailand at all, you must see this post over at thaivisa.com: American Rescued After Being Kidnapped, Kidnappers included Thai Police Go through the entire thread … Continue reading →

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Kermit the Frog – Hurt

Posted on April 14, 2007 by

Hurt.

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MP3 downloads

Posted on April 13, 2007 by

Somebody asked me where to download music without using file sharing software. Without a doubt, the best search tool is here: Music Search Plus Here’s what I’m starting my day with today: I remember most of my CDs by their … Continue reading →

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My first speeding ticket in Thailand

Posted on April 12, 2007 by

So the short version of this story goes: Today I got caught speeding 50kph over the (unposted) speed limit I paid a fine on the spot and was released I love Thailand! |||||||||||||||||||||||| I have this running joke with people … Continue reading →

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All dogs do not collect $200

Posted on April 12, 2007 by

Christian kids want to know… Do pets go to heaven? (via osaka bill)

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Random links for April 11, 2007

Posted on April 11, 2007 by

Thanks to the Internet, I now know that the pee shivers are (possibly) officially known as post-micturition convulsion syndrome. How many incorrect stereotypes can you spot in this photo? Better yet, which ones are intentional, and which ones show just … Continue reading →

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Khon Kaen University Amphitheatre

Posted on April 11, 2007 by

(click image to open a larger version in a pop-up window) No HDR here, just channel mixing. HDR looks like fun, though.

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Ctrl + F5 are friends…

Posted on April 11, 2007 by

So this is the theme I have chosen after trying out 30+. I am, unfortunately, too lazy to write my own all over again. If you are having trouble loading this page or the design looks funny, hold down the … Continue reading →

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time for a new look

Posted on April 10, 2007 by

Having tackled core software issues, it’s time to work on our design. I’m having a great time screwing around with different themes, and I hope Adam does, too (sorry dude, I hosed your previous theme when I overwrote the MT … Continue reading →

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