Yesh.

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It's been way to long since I updated my blog.

I seem to neglect it for weeks, and then realize I havent updated it.

Hard to sometimes, ya want to entertain folks, but, man, it's tough.

But, alas, here is a update. Found this cartoon on a old cd, figured it'd give ya a chuckle or two.

Suckie 4 Sale Post. :)

Yah, no update besides this "For Sale" post.

I got a few things I want to get sell. Here we go..

256MB Jump/Cruzer Drive - 20 bucks.

512 2700 DDR Double Sided Ram - 35 Bucks. (Make sure you can use this RAM please)

ATI Radeon AGP 9600XT 128MB Video Card - 100 Bucks.

That's it. :)

Behold, My Computer

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Yep, this is my computer.

I had to upgrade my video card the other day (Had, right, wanted too) and decided to take a photo of the inside.

The giant red card on the AGP slot, that's the new card. X800XL. It's friggin huge. Needs to be plugged in for power. Heavy too.. But, it's in, and seems to be working just fine.

Video Card 4 sale.

Hiya,

Probably in the next month (After I am satisfied with my new ATI Radeon X800XL) I will be selling off my old video card (ATI Radeon 9600XT), so, if anyone is interested in it, let me know. I am thinking of selling it around a 100 bucks. The going price for this card is still in the upwards of 250 dollars.

I also have a USB Flash Drive (256) that I am trying to get rid of. 20 bucks..

16 years ago..

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16 years ago, on June 3, this man stopped a column of tanks from entering Tiananmen square.

No one knows who he is/was, he is rarely ever mention'd in China because of what he did.

You can click >here<.

Lilac Festival '05

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Lilac Festival '05. Went down there, the weather was fabulous, and it was packed.

Met up with a bunch of folks at Carbon Media, where lovely Lisa D and her co-workers (James, Chuck, and a few I cant remember!) hosted a gathering of friends and family at Carbon Media (They own it, follow the link.) It was great, thanks!!

So, the pictures...First two are of the actual festival. It stretches 13 blocks, and it was packed full of vendors, food, and entertainment. The bottom two are of the lil gathering of friends at Carbon Media. The bass player is Chuck, one of Lisa's fellow workers. They have a band, which they performed for the crowd.

All and all, a perfect way to spend a Sunday Afternoon before beginning the work week.

YaY

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Funny short animation. Check it out at either site, second one is the author's site, and you can d/l the video there to keep forever!

First Link.

Second Link.

Victoria Day..

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Well, Victoria. A day off from work with pay, and off on a fishing trip.

And we got skunked. Not a fish.

Ahh well, good time by all, and next time, I'll let Lane choose the spot.

I finally broke down..

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Yep.

Most of you already know. I have a cell phone. I resisted for so long, but, the gizmo Mike won out. I just had to have one.

And now I do. A Samsung AHC 650. It's a pretty nice phone, lots of features, relativesly inexpensive. I have a One Year contract which isnt exactly what I wanted (No contract is what I wanted)..but, still, it's a year.

Guess my biggest fear right now is the fact that I love d/l games on it, wallpapers, and customizable rings.

Ugh. Resistance is Futile.

So it all ends...with the beginning...

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Well, this is it.

Revenge of the Sith is out, and this could be the last Star Wars movie we'll see. I doubt it, or at least, I hope it isnt.

But, what did I think of it?

It rocked! It was a great movie.. I mean, I have my picks, Jar Jar wasnt in it, which really sucked. ;)

Other than that, it was fantastic. It was what I expected, lots of action, light sabers, etc..

So, anyone who feels the need to buy me that light saber at work, go ahead!

Lord Vader. Rise.

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Fear is the path to the dark side.

Fear leads to anger.

Anger leads to hate.

Hate leads to suffering.

It's almost here. The final Star Wars movie. It's a little sad to know that they may never be a new Star Wars movie. Yes, the first two werent great, but, it was Star Wars. No matter how bad it was, it's Star Wars. Something most of us grew up with.

Sigh. To see it all end, I'm a little sad. But, we get to see the birth of the greatest villain of all time. Darth Vader.

I dunno..

Their is so much I could say about this, but, it's best that I let you see it for yourself.

If only I could vote for them instead of what we got in Ottawa..

Follow the LINK.

Worst Movies..

IMDB has a listing of the worse movies ever according to the users there. Here are just a few of them. Each movie needs to have at least 650+ votes before they are ranked, and it's out of 10.

3. 1.7 From Justin to Kelly (2003) (Wow, American Idol stars, Geoff will be happy!)
9. 1.8 SuperBabies: Baby Geniuses 2 (2004)
18. 1.9 Son of the Mask (2005)
19. 1.9 You Got Served (2004) (Made a great South Park episode though!)
24. 2.1 Glitter (2001) (Way to go Mariah, your acting sucks as much as your singing!)
27. 2.1 Alone in the Dark (2005) (Wow. I just watched this the other night, and it does suck!)
33. 2.3 Gigli (2003) (Hey, don't hate JLO, she's from the Block too!)
41. 2.4 Cool as Ice (1991)
86. 3.2 Torque (2004)
97. 3.2 The Cat in the Hat (2003)
99. 3.2 FearDotCom (2002) (I saw this one, I had to shower for days!)

A few others that I personally thought sucked..

Great Expectations
Crash (The David Cronenberg piece of crap)
The Dark Half (One of the only movies that I actually walked out of!)

Maui...sigh..

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Well, about a year from today (give or take a date), I was embarking on my trip to Maui.

And, man, do I miss it!!

This is a picture of a fake palm tree. They had a few of these around a pub in Kihei.

I was fascinated by them. Probably because it was glowing.

So, I thought I'd post this lil thought.. I cant wait to go back to Maui!

Yah, you all made fun of me..

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Well, follow this link, and see whose laughing now!

I am so glad I have my shelter ready and stocked!

Here are a few tips for you non-believers I've found off the net.

1. Organize before they rise!

2. They feel no fear, why should you?

3. Use your head: cut off theirs.

4. Blades don’t need reloading. (A Espically good point! Buy a Sword!)

5. Ideal protection = tight clothes, short hair.

6. Get up the staircase, then destroy it. (Grenades are espically fun!)

7. Get out of the car, get onto the bike. (Dunno about this one..)

8. Keep moving, keep low, keep quiet, keep alert!

9. No place is safe, only safer. (How many times has someone said, "It's safe here!")

10. The zombie may be gone, but the threat lives on. (Never FORGET! NEVER!)

It's cause I care I tell you this.

Family Guy Returns Tomorrow!

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Family Guy is on again, and it all starts at 10PM, Sunday May 1st.

It's on Channel 22 on Fox, and for those who don't have cable, you can catch it on Global at the same time.

After that, American Dad is also on, which is made by the same creator. I saw the first episode of that show, and it was alright, but it was no Family Guy.

Pi

Why I am blogging this, I'll never know.

Probably the same reason you will visit this link.

It's Pi to one million decimal place!

Sandstorm

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

In my effort to at least keep my blog up to date, or at least a lil more regular, I post this.

Yes, it's a sandstorm in Iraq. As far as I know, it's real.

Pretty frickin wild if you ask me.

Everyone loves Mike's Book Case...it's so big...

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Well, my last entry on Evil Overlords didnt generate alot of comments from the fan base. ;)

But, I got 9 comments, maybe 10 now, on a simple bookcase.. So, here's a other for everyone to take a look at!!

Villains are cool, and if I was one..

Well, I found this list on the internet a lil while back, and kept meaning to blog it.

Here it is.

What I would do if I was a EVIL Overlord.

Here are a few of my favorite suggestions..

- My Legions of Terror will have helmets with clear plexiglass visors, not face-concealing ones.

- When I employ people as advisors, I will occasionally listen to their advice.

- I will keep a special cache of low-tech weapons and train my troops in their use. That way -- even if the heroes manage to neutralize my power generator and/or render the standard-issue energy weapons useless -- my troops will not be overrun by a handful of savages armed with spears and rocks.

-I will dress in bright and cheery colors, and so throw my enemies into confusion.

- If my trusted lieutenant tells me my Legions of Terror are losing a battle, I will believe him. After all, he's my trusted lieutenant.

- I will maintain a healthy amount of skepticism when I capture the beautiful rebel and she claims she is attracted to my power and good looks and will gladly betray her companions if I just let her in on my plans.

-When my guards split up to search for intruders, they will always travel in groups of at least two. They will be trained so that if one of them disappears mysteriously while on patrol, the other will immediately initiate an alert and call for backup, instead of quizzically peering around a corner.

-Any data file of crucial importance will be padded to 1.45Mb in size.

- Finally, to keep my subjects permanently locked in a mindless trance, I will provide each of them with free unlimited Internet access.

Done..for now..

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Well, filled the new shelf up.

Yah, it isn't full! I know! I had to take books from a other shelf, and while I was going through all my books, I neded up getting rid of some.

Nice to go through them though, to see what lil treasures I have that I haven't had a chance to read yet.

Sooo..

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Well, here is a new blog entry. Ya Ya Ya, it's a slow moving blog, get use to it.

So, I got a new book shelf. As most of you all know, I'm quite obssessed with books. And Ta-Da, a new shelf has gone up. No books on it yet, that'll be the project for the Sunday aft.. And, I'll post a picture of it full. And yes, it'll be very easy for me to fill it.

Floppy..

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I was surfing the blogs, and over at Whitnoise, a entry was posted saying.

"You ever remember when Floppy's were actually floppy?"

Yes. I do. And, I even still have one.

Tales of the Motherboard..

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So, a good friend of mine has published a book. Or is at least in the process of publishing it.

It's called "Tales of the Motherboard." Yes, you've probably visited his blog from here.

Well, first off, I think it's frickin' cool that he has published a book. Everyone knows how much I love books.

Second, I think this book will be a great way to see how the 'Net has evovled, and his tales to be on it. Follow the link to see his blog, and find out more about the book.

Here is a small excerpt from the book. It's still in a rough draft, but, if you were from that time, it's frickin' funny!

"There's something very disconcerting about being one of about 4 or 5 people in a pool hall full of 40 or 50 that doesn't think he's a vampire. In those days there was some unexplained connection between analogue communications and the undead. The simple fact was that most modemers thought they were vampires. I have no idea why. It got to the point where I could spot a user meet from 6 city blocks away. The seething mass of dark leather trench coats, false fang teeth bought from the back of American magazines, and the stench of newly applied black nail polish served as warning to all that the geeks were congregating. And, while you may not be exactly scared of them, you probably wanted to steer clear for health reasons." -Tales of the Motherboard, Jon Watson.

Safety Word is Banana

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Well, leave it to Family Guy to have some oddiest looking toys.

Yes, introducing the S&M Peter and Lois.

And, yes, I am going to buy them. :)

Also, remember, May 1st begins the all new season of Family after cancellation.

Click here to find more Family Guy info..

P.S -> Anyone who needs a memory stick (256megs), I have one to sale. 25 bucks. :)

Night Watch

Saw this cool trailer online. It's a horror movie from Russia, and it looks pretty wild.

Follow the Link

Here is the write up for the movie:

Set in contemporary Moscow, "Night Watch (Nochnoi Dozor)" revolves around the conflict and balance maintained between the forces of light and darkness -- the result of a medieval truce between the opposing sides. As night falls, the dark forces battle the super-human "Others" of the Night Watch, whose mission is to patrol and protect. But there is constant fear that an ancient prophecy will come true: that a powerful "Other" will rise up, be tempted by one of the sides, and tip the balance plunging the world into a renewed war between the dark and light, the results of which would be catastrophic.

Okee...

Well, in my quest to make sure you waste quality time on stupid things on the 'Net, I came across this game.

Nanaca Crash

It's definitely a odd lil game, didnt really read the instructions, but, I got a score of about 650+ meters.

Anime...seriously messed up..

I'm almost done with this whole..

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Sin City thing.

Saw the movie.

What did I think? Well, definitely a fantastic movie in my eyes. I won't say much more, but, I was a fan of the comic. Well, can't say a huge fan as I only read one of the five or so stories set in Sin City. Big Fat Kill. Not to sure why I never read the others.

Anyways..

If you head on over to the Sin City website, you can do the usual sh!t, download screensaver, games, wallpapers, etc. But, you can actually design some wallpapers yourself. Not much to it, but, it's rather neat. As you can see, I've done one. ;)

Onto geekier things. Counter Spy. By far, one of the best Adware/Spyware removal programs I have used in a long time. Read a few articles on this, thought I'd try it. Great prg, though, you need to pay 20 bucks for it (Yearly).

That's about it. Been tough blogging of lates, not much to say.

1 More day..

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One more day till Sin City.

I had to find a image to express my joy at the opening of this movie.

Sigh.

Plus, I wanted to give Lisa a better few of the costume she is going to wear for me. ;)

Looking forward to this movie, besides the fact that Jessica Alba is in it. It's going to rock!

I'll post my thoughts on the movie tomorrow.

Perhaps I'll even keep my blog more up to date.

Mep.

Odd Todd

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Gotta thank Geoff for this one when he gave me the address for filmwise.

Came across this set of flash cartoons by some dude named Odd Todd.

And, I love them! They are so funny.. Check em out.

Movie Game & Stuff.

Ya Ya Ya, long time no blog, whatever.. ;)

So, found this movie game on the Net. It's about 40 plus images with the actors heads removed, so, you cannot tell the scene. You get to guess them! It's tough.

Movie Game Link

Also, make sure your bookmarks says www.hmph.ca and not blogspot. One day, I will move this site to a other blog host. Was thinking Tabulas, but, as many of you know, my friend Jon has had some problems with it (Shaw related), and had to move. The new host looks promising as well.

That's it.

Sigh..dreams are REAL!

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4.2GHz* Accelerated Hyper-Threading Intel®
Pentium 4 Extreme Edition CPU w/ 2MB L3 Cache
512K L2 Cache
2MB L3 Cache
950MHz** System Bus
PCI-Express Architecture
PuRamâ„¢ No System Hard Drive Configurable
Up to 100 times faster than ATA/SCSI/FC
HD based designs with Data Burst Speeds up
to 8GB/s and I/O data requests at over
150.000 I/O sec.
Enhanced CacheFlowâ„¢ Technology
SuperBIOSâ„¢ IBPT Technology
H2Oâ„¢ Industrial WaterCooling Architecture
667MHz DDR-II Dual-Channel RAM up to 4GB
Up to 16GB Total RAM with optional RamDrives.
Near 10Gb/s Memory Bandwidth
Serial ATA-150 Connectivity
UltraSCSI-320 & FiberChannel Expansion
Up to 4 Terabytes of Colossal Storage Capacity
Intel Performance Acceleration Technology
PCI-Express X16 Grapfics Technology.
Ultra High-speed 16x DVD+/-RW Optical Drive
Front Panel Multi-information LCD Status
Display, External removable HD Storage racks
with LCD Monitoring or Multi-Optical Drives
interchangeable bays
FireWire 400 & 800 Ports
Full-Duplex USB2 480MB/s Ports
Multi-Channel Digital AI Audio with Artificial
Intelligence Audio-Sensing Technology &
S/PDIF Digital interface
Gigabit LAN with AI Net
(Artificial Intelligence Net-Diagnosing)
Optional Wireless LAN 802.11g Turbo (108 Mbps)
with 10x the speed and 4x the range of 802.11b
featuring Dynamic Rate Shifting Technology.
Provides the highest available level of industry
standard 128-bit WEP encryption supporting VPN
pass-through.
Internal Bluetooth
Optional TV Tuner
Optional Fax/Modem
650W VF-Speed Power Supply
AI Ultra-low noise Q-Fan technology
Artificial Intelligence Auto-Recovery BIOS
European high-end critical components quality
worksmanship.
Absolutely stunning design.


Dreams, they are real. Half this stuff I haven't a clue what it does. But, one, it has a nifty read out right on the tower! Two, it has a water cooling system! Yeah, this is a dream computer...sigh...

Owls & Roosters

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Roosters crow at the dawn, hoping to arouse the barn yard.
But the Owl knows,
It is still late at night,
The Foxes are about,
The Master sleeps,
This, Is Who We Are...

Well...I finally worked up the nerve..

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

To see..

Dawn of the Dead! For those who don't know me, I am this fear of Zombie movies. Why? Who knows.. I've never a Zombie was wasnt polite, and I've worked with more than a few. Anyways, I think it's the eating of human flesh, and that entire society has collapses, and it's pure chaos. I like order. So, the Dawn of the Dead movies are like... the worse for me. Plus, in the remake, the lil f(#*(%# can run!

Yes, me, who is terrified of the living impaired decided to watch it this fine Saturday night.

Why? It was on Movie Central Shadowlane, and I could not help but to at least take a peek at it.

So I saw it. Was I terrified? Hardly. Did I like it? Eh, it was alright. I think Shaun of the Dead was a much better movie, and it had a few scenes in that one that scared me more.

Plus, Shaun of the Dead is dam funny at all the right times. One part in this movie that I thought was funny was when the group of surivors are being chased by the zombies into the elevator. The door closes, and the one dude says, "I like this song."

Few gross scenes, but, I think my imangination scared me more than this movie.

Side notes, one is that I may be switching this blog over to tabulas, which is where Tales of the Motherboard is. Also, thanks to Jon, you can all just type in www.hmph.ca to find my blog. :) And rest assured, I will continue to follow the career of Jessica Alba. ;)

Frickin' Cool Site

www.Hmph.ca

Pretty exciting eh?

Well, I think it is!

Thanks Jon!

More on Jessica later. ;)

Alba..please..fine actress

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Been alot of talk at work, and a few comments on Sin City, and that I only want to see it because of Jessica Alba.

Well, there is a other movie called the Fantastic something or other, and has some actors plus Jessica Alba in it.

Super power galore, with Jessica Alba. I think there are three other hero's in it with Jessica Alba who plays the Invisible Girl.

A villain too, but, Jessica Alba doesnt play that role.

See, it's not always just about Jessica Alba.

There is no Justice, without Sin!

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

April 1st. That's when Sin City comes out, and while I was never a huge fan of the comic, I did read it in the early days.

But, damit, I am excited about this movie! First off, Robert Rodriquez is directing it, and while I never though his other works were great, I think he has the right sense of style to do this movie. Second, he quit the Director's guild so he could give credit to Frank Miller. Frank Miller is the man who wrote and drew the comic. Thirdly, Guest Director.. Quinten Taratino. Go figure, I mean, we all seen Kill Bill and while I never thought the second volume was great, the first was one of the most stylish movies I've seen in a long time.

And finally, the last reason to see this movie. Jessica Alba. 'Nuff said.

Follow this LINK to see the new trailer. Btw, the tune in the background is by a band called "The Servants" and the song is "Cells".

South Park

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

I love the show South Park. Espically in the last few seasons. Thank god for the Internet, I managed to d/l alot of the episodes.

And, the show pushes the envelope on many levels. Take Satan here. I've never really paid attention to him, but, look at his chest.

Yeah.. I'm amazed still how Trey Parker and Matt Stone get stuff past the censors.

Well..

Well, so many comments on my last entry.

I'm back! Yes, I ski'd.. No picture, but, one will be coming soon.

Also, in my wanderings over the Internet, I found this site.

If you have Gmail, and suddenly got 50 invites you dont know what to do with, go here. It seems legits, and it might be a nice way to get rid of excess invites.

Also, I'm a little sad today. For one, I have to work. That always sucks. The second, I heard a New Order track in a commercial. The band from the 80's that I loved, and influence music so much has finally sold a track to Mars bar. I guess if they need the money, it's there right. Still makes me a lil sad. :(

Gone for a few days.

I am off for the weekend. :) Panorama..oh however it's spelled. Be back on Sunday, will update the blog then. Though, it's not like your not use to the blog being updated regularly.

Me

Ebay Comments III

So, two of my fellow bloggers, Geoff and J3K (AkA Jon) have posted links to a Ebay seller. What makes the seller funny is the comments that are left by buyers, and his/her responses to them.

But, that's just part of it. I was curious as to what he/she sold. So, I took a look.

Yah.. You thought the comments were funny and odd, what tell you see what they sell. Selling a Priceless healing rock signed by Jezuz. For the comments, go to the above blogs, or, for the items, follow the link.

Not So Funny

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Hey! I remember saying this with all my computer adept friends, which, wether they be geeks or not, knew this was a joke.

"Hey, where is the 'Any' Key?" Ha Ha Ha.

Not so funny! Apparently, this is a actual problem that many Americans, and a few Canadians suffer from! There is no 'Any'.

Though, thank god for the small steps that are being taken to help these unfortunate souls lost when using their keyboards. Progressive thinking companies like Compaq have created FAQS to help people find out that the "Any" key in fact does not exist.

Next time you laugh at this joke, some schmoo is at that very moment, looking for a key that does not exist.

Simpons Voices...real life.

Came across this clip from the Conan O'Brian show with two of the voice actors from the show. It's rather strange to see the actors do the voices. A little surreal.

Holy Frickin Poll!

Well, I decided to play around with the Poll feature offered by Bravenet. I only get one I believe, so, this it.

Sorry that the images are frickin' huge! They are linked from Amazon. Anyways, I'm going to keep it, suck up some of your bandwidth. And, enjoy the poll. ;)

Games. :)

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Well, I've been a little sick for the last few days, so, I'm been surfing the Net. So, here are some links to play!

Classic Games - This website offers a few older games, like Pac Man, Tetris, Asteriods and a few others. Great site if you just want to kill a bit of time. Brings back a few memories of dumping quarters into Asteriods.

Hapland - Found this at a friend's Blog, and it's rather addictive lil puzzle game. Hope to see a other level soon.

And finally, this is a link of a guy lip syncing a song. A geek, and, I dont think I've ever felt prouder to be part of the geekhood. And, if you are reading this, don't fool yourself, you too are a geek.

A.I. Chess

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Found a rather interesting Chess game.

While you play the game, you get to see the thought process the computer goes through as it decides it's next move.

It predicts your moves with a series of green lines, and it's moves with orange. After plotting numerous outcomes, it decides on the best move.

Follow the LINK.

Haleakala Volcano

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Took this shot while I was in Maui. On top of Haleakala Volcano, at around 6 in the morning.

Well worth it. :) 9,500 feet up, and then we got to bike all the way down to the ocean.

I miss it so much. Sob.

Magician's Law

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Felt like blogging. :) This is the cover of one of my favorite books, entitled Magician's Law: Tales of the Bard. And that bard's name is Paedur.

So, here is the cover of the book where I get my handle from. I tend to use Paedur as my handle almost everywhere I go. Loved this book, enough that I bought a extra copies of it, and gave one to J3K (Jon) in case I ever lost mine. They are two other novels after this one, Demon's Law, and Death's Law.

Thankfully, Meisha publishing has collected all three into a single novel.

Resistance is Futile.

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Thank God for my homeboy J3K!

If it wasn't for him, I would not know of the impending invasion from the Zogg.

Read the following story! The human species my survive!

Props again to J3K! You da bomb. Gotta bounce. Peace.

G-Mail

Anyone interested in a G-Mail Email account, leave a comment. I have 4 invites left. :)

You need it.

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

You do.

You know you do.

Why?

Because at this very moment, they are reading your mind. And, I personally believe this is the only way you can stop them! You laugh, but, the tin foil hat has been mocked forever. Perhaps that's disinformation, to make you believe they don't work.

Why not be safe? Follow these handy instructions here.

Censorship.

Fuck ya. I can censor this blog as much as I want. Is censorship wrong? You bet it is! Am I going to keep doing it? Hell yeah.

Why? Last time I checked, this is my blog. Not a forum for all of you to insult or correct each other. Leave interesting remarks, discuss things, throw a few jabs at each other. But, if a entry has 12 comments that has nothing to do with the blog, and I feel it becomes insultives, I'll censor it. Why? Because I can. Most of you have your own blogs. Do your posturing there. If you like, I can provide links.

1 - I'm going to censor this as much as I want.

2 - You don't like it. Fuck you.

3 - Have a Great Day! :)

Mike. :)

(Will I allow comments on this.. Hmm.. No... screw you.)

It's not what you think..

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Unless you thought it was a plastic sheathe to protect your Banana from damage.

Yes. It truly is. You can find it here.

My god, so much I could say about this.

(Lord, I just cant wait to see the comments on this.)

Never Defeated

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

My friend Jon. I'll say one thing about him, he never gets defeated by anything. No task is to great for this man. As said picture. Let's break it down.

Frame 1 - Well, it takes the Jon many hours searching for the right rock. He likes Rocks. To quote Jon. "Rock pretty."

Frame 2 - Look at the concentration on his face. Determination!

Frame 3 - He didn't swing at the rock this time. He was amazed that it was floating there.

Frame 4 - Swing Batter, SWING!

Frame 5 - Time to find a other pretty rock to bash.

Frame 6 - Again, look at the determination on that face. Pure focus.

Frame 7 - Finally! After editting many hours of pictures, I am proud to bring you this quick collage of images of Jon defeating the rock with a stick! Way to GO, Jon! You are a Champ.

Frame 8 - Jon tired now.

Because someone sent this to you in Email..

fangtooth
Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Doesn't mean it's TRUE!

One of the more annoying things I find about the Internet, and the people who use it, is this.

They think because there is a website on a subject, or you get a email about it, that it's true.

Case and point. Many of you may be getting a set of pictures of deep sea creatures found on beaches after the dreadful tsunami.

This is not real. They were not washed up on shore. But, people believe the email? Why? Because someone you know sent it? I've heard people talk about this picture at work, and they seem so disheartened when I tell them the truth. BUT, it's NOT REAL!

As a side note, that picture came from a Deep sea project of June 2003. It has nothing to do with the Tsunami.

George R. R. Martin

" said that I hoped to have the book done by the end of the year. Famous last words. No, it's not done, though I am getting closer. I have more than thirteen hundred pages in final draft form and another hundred or so in roughs or fragments, but there are still some chapters yet to write. I'm telling myself that I'm on the home stretch. As soon as FEAST as done, I will announce it here. "

Well, this is more or less for Sean and I. Home stretch? Can we truly hope. If it does get publish, what then? Do we read it, or wait a other bajillion years?

Calling in sick..

Well, I finally did it.. I called in sick, and the ironic thing is...I am sick.

That's all, I just want sympanthy now.

:)

They Rule

Well, here is a rather neat site to waste some time on. Follow the link.

THEY RULE

To Quote...

victsat
Originally uploaded by Paedur.

"I know I've mentioned the great weather a time or two out here on the island .... and out here it's fu(king gorgeous." In reference to Victoria weather.

Yes, it sure looks beautiful. Makes me almost jealous that I aint there. Sigh.

Btw, this was a live shot taking at 11:49am Calgary time.

Weather is so great here.. blah blah blah

snow_victoria
Originally uploaded by Paedur.

A dear friend of mine praises how he has such great weather in Victoria.

Well.. What can I say? Karma's a bitch!

This is who we are.

Ouroboros
Originally uploaded by Paedur.

In Number, this is one for every life which ever was,
or ever will be,
And like most lives they wait, for a moment, The Moment.
When we'll be sent on it's journey back towards the yellow Sun.
...
Approaching the Sun, brings definitive change...
We will never again be the same.
Peering in our skies it is believed to be the prophecy of extraordinary events...
...the birth of Kings,
...the death of Empires,

After Centuries, or Millennia, the Journey must end.
Perhaps smothered by it's own dust,
the dark, soulless body continues eternally through space and time,
It may disintegrate and crumble into inconsequential rubble,
or may be lost forever, crashing, burning, into the yellow Sun...

And tonight as I look into the sky and it looks back on me,
I want to know, which am I?
I need to know, is this the Beginning of the Journey,
... or the End...

Books, Books, Books..

Here are some links to some fantastic book review sites. As we all know, I read alot, so, I figured some of these links might help those who are in search of good books. Obviously, my tastes are primary Sci-fi and Fantasy.

Sffworld.com - This is the site I help run. There are quite a few of us, and I add in my small part. Great place for Book reviews (User entered, and official), plus, a excellent message forum. Great place, great community!

The Alien Online - Again, excellent place for book reviews. Covers more than just two genre's, includes horror, and non fiction.

SF Site - A bi-monthly e-zine. Good place. Been going there for years.

Yet Another Book Review Website - This place started off a little slow, and quiet, but, as time has gone by, it seems to get busier. Really liked the fact that they highlight Canadian Authors.

Finally, if you are ever looking for a book that is out of print, I'd suggest Abe.Com They are a collection of used book stores that stretch across the world. I've found many books that are out of print, and impossible to find. Book prices though can be expensive.

Hidey-HO!

Santa
Originally uploaded by Paedur.

You better be nice, you better not be naughty, cause Santa will come for you!

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas
Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Well....

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

A Gothic Christmas

'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through our house
was blasting the "St. Vitus Dance" by Bauhaus;
Torn fishnets were draped on my forearms with care,
And two cans of Aquanet applied to my hair;
My thoughts were of graveyards, and horror and dread,
Black visions of pain and despair in my head;
And Bianca, whose face was as pale as the moon,
Had thrown up her arm for this evening's swoon,
When out by the gravestones there came such a clatter,
I sprang from the coffin to find out the matter.


Away to the window I flew like a ghost,
Expecting to find a dark devilish host.
The moon on the breast of the uncaring snow
Threw ominous shadows on objects below,
When, before my tormented eyes did traverse,
But a gorgeous black Crane & Breed carved-panel hearse,
With a gaunt, shrouded driver, who filled me with fear,
And eight skeletal creatures that might have been deer.
More rapid than vultures his coursers they came,
And his deep Andrew Eldritch voice called them by name;


Now, Murphy! Now, Morgoth! Now, Torment and Woe!
On, Dreadful! On, Lovecraft! Mephisto and Poe!
To the top of the gravestones where fog wisps its breath!
With a weight on my soul I consign you to death!


As dead leaves that before hellish hurricanes fly,
When they flutter like giant bats' wings to the sky,
So up to the crypt-top the coursers they leapt,
While dearest Bianca, like death, still but slept.
And then, to my horror, I heard on the roof
The clicking and scratching of each bone-white hoof.
As I drew in my arm, and was whirling around,
Down the ebony chimney he came without sound.


He was clad all in black, and he looked oh-so-goth,
A billowy ensemble of crushed velvet cloth;
His boots were knee-high, quite buckled and zipped,
And the Spandex and fishnets 'round his legs were ripped.
His eyes glowed with bluish fire, deathly and cold,
A black eye-liner'd face neither youthful nor old.
A broad lipless mouth drawn with torment and hurt,
And his sorrowful face was as white as my shirt.


A smoldering cigarette tight in his grasp,
Its smoke curling eerily 'round his cloak clasp;
His gaunt frame was topped with long ebon hair,
And a sharp scent of brimstone and cloves choked the air.
His arms were outspread in the shape of a cross,
And I quailed when I saw him, feeling sorrow and loss;
He narrowed his eyes with a twist of his head,
And I felt the full weight of his angst and dread.


He spoke not a word, but went straight to his task,
Left some Dead Can Dance CD's; before I could ask,
A single tear fell across his aquiline nose,
And then, like an angel, up the chimney he rose;
He sprang to his hearse, to his team he then hissed,
And away they all drifted like early dawn's mist.
But I heard him intone, ere he vanished from sight,
"Gothic Christmas to all, and to all a good fright!"

Christmas Eve in Brooklyn

'Twas the night before Christmas,
Da whole house was mellow,
Not a creature was stirrin',
I had a gun unda my pillow.

When up on da roof'
I heard somethin' pound,
I sprung to da window,
To scream, "YO! Keep it down!"

When what to my
Wanderin' eyes should appear,
But dat hairy elf Vinny,
And eight friggin' reindeer.

Wit' a bad hackin' cough,
And da stencha burped beer,
I knew in a moment
Yo, da Kringle wuz here!

Wit' a slap to dere snouts,
And a yank on dere manes,
He cursed and he shouted,
And he called dem by name.

"Yo Tony, Yo Frankie,
Yo Sally, Yo Vito,
Ay Joey, Ay Paulie,
Ay Pepe, Ay Guido!"

As I drew out my gun
And hid by da bed,
Down came his friggin' boot
On da top a my head.

His eyes were all bloodshot,
His b.o. wuz scary,
His breath wuz like sewage,
He had a mole dat wuz hairy.

He spit in my eye,
And he twisted my head,
He soon let me know
I should consider myself dead.

Den pointin' a fat finga
Right unda my nose,
He let out some gas,
And up da chimney he rose.

He sprang to his sleigh,
Obscenities screaming,
And away dey all flew,
Before he troo dem a beatin'.

But I heard him exclaim,
Or better yet grump,
"Merry Christmas to all, and
Bite me, ya hump!"

Zoo Lights

Zoo Lights
Originally uploaded by Paedur.

The other night, I went to the Zoo to see there annual Christmas light show with Lisa. It was prety nifty.

Took some pictures, and here they are. They look a little better as small images than enlarged. It's tought taking night shots. I'll admit I'm a little jealous of Lisa's camera, I think it took better night shots than mine. Dam Canon!

Festive Time!

santapanic
Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Well, I figured it was time to post a entry, and provide some festive links for everyone to enjoy!

Christmas Carol Maker - It's so annoying, and yet, oddly addictive. Who am I kidding, it's annoying as hell! But, it's Festive!

The Christmas Tree Maker Maze - Finally! Someone made a prg where you can design a maze inside a Christmas Tree. Wanted this prg last Christmas.

Snow Flake Maker - Just make snowflakes but without the paper and scissors! Hug a tree.

Catapult Santa - Well, the name says it all. My high score is 243.3 metres.

Tai-Bow

Zorak
Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Many moons ago, I use to fight crime on the web through a mux. And, I had found a website that had feature a engine to create hero's and villains to combat.

Alas, I had lost the site, until now. My comrade in arms, the Mighty Vulgarian has found the site, and I bring to you, my hero Tai-Bow! Yes, I am sure many of you have heard the feats of Tai-Bow and his side kick The Mighty Vulgarian. And finally, you get to see who Tai-Bow is!

So, go to the site, and create your own villain or hero. Perhaps, if we get enough people, we can form our own super-hero team! Neat-o eh? Yah Yah, save the geek comments, if I hear one, Tai-Bow is coming after you!!!

Christmas Picture

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Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Just wanted to post something that was festive. Enjoy the picture! :)

Geek Horoscope..

Well, this one is for the folks at work. I am sure you'll get a chuckle out my geek horoscope.

Capricorn
Dec 22 - Jan 19
You'll realize much earlier this year, that Christmas songs are really annoying.

Oddly true..

Top 11 Ways Geeks Celebrate Christmas.

Found this lil Top 11 list in my travels over the 'Net, and I thought I'd share with you all.

11. Mountain Dew-nog

10. Printing out "One Year of Free Computer Service" certificates to give to the family.

9. Designing elf-killing levels for your favorite FPS.

8. Explaining to children how it would be physically impossible for Santa to deliver all the presents.

7. Wear mistletoe hat and keep fingers crossed.

6. Devise a computer-controlled system to detect and prevent household members from trying to peek into their presents before Christmas.

5. Put a santa hat on your avatar.

4. Change the blue neon lights in the case to flashing red and green.

3. Decorating the tree with SDRAM and CPUs burned out from your last overclocking experiment.

2. Rewriting Christmas carols in Tolkien's Elvish.

1. Programming the christmas lights to flash out "I hate this holiday of unbridled consumerism" in binary.


Ahh, it's all so true!

Rudeness..

Well, here I am looking at my blog, and then I get a rude post in regards to my cookie posting. Not very nice. Well, thank god I have that cookie to make me feel better.

What Calgary Has..

PICT0019
Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Let me tell you a story. I have this friend who goes on and on about how great Victoria is because of it's weather.

Yes, today, in Calgary, it's cold. -20 Celsius, and who knows what with the windchill.

But, to my friend, this is what Calgary has, that you don't have in Victoria. A simple cookie. Enjoy Victoria, cause I got some fresh baked cookies!

Let it be true..

Let it be true
Originally uploaded by Paedur.

Well, I know many of you who saw this picture thought it might be true. It is not, we can hope that one day we will see this come true, but for now, we get to pretend.

You can read the full article at www.world-cnn.com

PC Urban Myths.

Going to give a few urban myths about PC's.

1)Cookies track your every movement on the 'Net.

-They do not! Most cookies are used to help customize websites when you visit them. Ie. Amazon, when you go there, the opening page will greet you personally, and have a selection of products that might interest you based on previous visists. Amazon could care less if you go view porn after that, or go shopping at Chapters. If you are that paranoid, turn them off in your browser. But, some sites need cookies to be active.

2)Turning your PC off without shutting down Windows.

-This is a common question where I work. People are afraid to turn off there computer until Windows shuts down. Sure, probably safer to shut down windows, but, c'mon. I had a lady whose computer had frozen, and for 6 hours, she wouldn't reboot. She just left it frozen, hoping that it'd come back to life. Shut the fucker down!

3)Turning your PC off shortens the life of your Computer.

-This is a tough one. From what I read, it makes very l ittle difference wether you shut your system down, or leave it running. Here are some thoughts. Turning your computer on and off excessively will probably harm your power supply. When you first turn on your PC, the power supply does draw alot of energy at first, so, it's probably best to turn it on, and leave it running. As to how long, well, if you are going to be home keep your system running. You leave your house, shut it down. I guess Processors are designed for about a 10 year life (Ha!), so, shutting it down when you know you are not going to be using it for a long amount of time is probably the best idea.

Firefox .. Well...

So, I've been noticing more and more over the last little while peopel are using Mozilla Firefox for the browser. I just started using it before they released version 1.0. At that time, I started using Opera as well.

I'd say I've been using Firefox for about 2 months now (1.0), and I've used some of it features, such as extensions. And I like it... but...

What's the big deal? It's free. And, it definitely has some nice security features. Well, there not really features, it's just that firefox doesn't allow Active X stuff to run.. which is great.

But, I find it slooooow. Sloooooow. Sloooooooooooooooooow. I find pages load up at a snail pace, and some pages do not load up probably. I've gotten this flicker effect on some pages. And some of the features that Firefox has (Tabs, which I love) can easily be found on Opera. So, I think I am going to flip over to Opera and see how that one works.

But, in the end, I'd rather see people use Firefox over IE. And, Firefox is free, where Opera is not.