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Would you like some ketchup on that shit sandwich?
No? How about a tasty glass of water from the Yodogawa? The Osaka municipal government’s Water Bureau plans to sell bottles of highly purified tap water from Yodogawa river in an attempt to dispel a long-held belief among residents that the city’s water does not taste good. Even though the tap water is now purified at facilities with cutting-edge technology, there are still many locals who say the water smells and is not drinkable. The municipal government plans to hold a competition to choose a name and design for the bottles that will present a positive image of the city while keeping an eye on sales of bottled tap water…
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Kentaro Mania (Solid Steel Vids)
I’ve said this a thousand times before: On the Wheels of Solid Steel is the best CD/DVD combo I’ve ever seen, period. When I heard about it I had to order from England, but it looks like they sell it on Amazon now. Do yourself a favor and get it, it’s one of the few mixed albums I can stand to listen to on it’s own (without video), and the bonus DVD is one of the few I’ve ever found worth watching more than once – hell, I’d have bought it separately if they’d decided to market it that way. ……………. The two vids above are really well edited and…
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neave.tv
Whoa Keanu, you gotta check out this experimental video site: http://www.neave.tv Too cool for words.
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Relief
Just came back from the last trip to the dentist. That’s 7 visits in one month – one root canal, 5 cavities, and today, a lengthy cleaning and some adjustments with a YAG laser. My dentist turned out to be an okay guy – he treated my wife last year as well and we talked about Thailand a lot in between sessions with the Pick of Pain and the Drill of Evil. He didn’t even charge me for the cleaning and lasering sesh today, an unexpected treat.
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Countdown
Counting today, I have three days of work left. After that, I have three weeks to get my affairs in order and move to Thailand. It’s been six and a half years since I was last unemployed. Plus, there’s the whole thing about learning a new language and culture… I must admit, I am nervous as I approach this next stage of life. On the other hand: Freedom! Starting over in a new country! Learning a new language and culture! When I start thinking about what I’m thinking about too much, I need to force myself to just accept the unknown, accept that I cannot control or even plan for…
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Quick note on contemporary cop/spy shows
I like The Wire a lot (especially the first season), but it’s somewhat overrated – I personally think The Shield is a better series. Likewise, the British series Spooks is pretty good at times, but it’s very overrated – and to call it “better than 24,” as I’ve seen on a few boards is just a joke – fuck thee not with the JB, yo. “Just another day in the LBC CTU”
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The Girl from Ipanema
Almost 50 different covers of Garota de Ipanema in mp3 format. The original, of course, was written by Ricky Martin and performed by Menudo. I’ve always secretly hoped for a cover by Napalm Death. (thx bree)
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Jonesing for Homer?
Watch all 18 seasons of the Simpsons for free: LINK
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Wakayama Oyako
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Wakayama Bees
