Video: Jay Leno talks about the B-17

Posted By on May 4, 2013

Jay Leno does a great job shooting automotive videos in between his real job duties (aka: The Tonight Show) and occasionally detours into subjects that interest many of us. His recognition for aviation history and those who fought for our country is appreciated … as is talking about the amazing  B-17. Nice job. On a side note,would love to see a few more links pertaining the B-26 Martin Marauder  … add them below if you have them as I would enjoy sharing them with my father-in-law.

Looking good — well at least the bride and groom were!

Posted By on May 3, 2013

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The first 50 professional wedding photos from Shuey Mills Photography have trickled in to be reviewed. I know I’m not suppose to be sharing the previews, but can’t help myself and will include two, ok THREE since they are so good (but here were a few photos from our guests – thanks for sharing on the wedding apps and Facebook guys).

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EDIT: Adding a short video sent by my sister-in-law today.

Sprint continues to expand their LTE 4G footprint

Posted By on May 2, 2013

Looks like there might be LTE service at the boat?

The speedy expansion of Sprint’s LTE network continues with a total of 21 cities with speeds of 6 to 8Mbps with peaks of up to 25Mbps.

Here’s the list of markets where Sprint will be offering LTE service:

  • California: Los Angeles, Contra Costa County
  • Florida:Palm Bay, Port St. Lucie, West Palm Beach
  • Indiana: Bloomington and Lafayette
  • Illinois: Rochelle
  • Minnesota: Mankato-North Mankato
  • Missouri: Joplin
  • North Carolina: Charlotte, Shelby, Albemarle, Sailsbury, Lincolnton
  • Tennessee: Memphis, Greenville, Tullahoma
  • Texas: Denison, Kerrville
  • Virginia: Norfolk-Virginia Beach-Newport News
  • A local connection in Discovery – The Big Brain Theory

    Posted By on May 2, 2013

    TomJohnsonBigBrain2013The Discovery Channel’s Big Brain Theory included one of our Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA284) chapter members as a competitor – Tom Johnson (@flyboytomj).

    The engineering reality show debuted with both teams failing in their challenge of protecting a box of explosives in a head-on collision. Even worse, the project management demonstrated by both teams left much to be desired (highlighted by the producers of the show). One thing is obvious, companies/teams require a variety of talent… including management skills.

    Fixing the Debt: Unfortunately it is going to take another crisis

    Posted By on May 1, 2013

    Erskine Bowles gave his pitch on CNBC’s Squawkbox Wednesday morning although doesn’t seem to be making much headway with the politicians who refuse to face reality. Neither Republicans or Democrats seem willing to negotiate our future solvency — looks like we’ll need another crisis before real reform is made in Washington DC. I found it hard to disagree with anything he said, especially the doing the “easy and stupid stuff” when it comes to dealing with the debt. (see CRFB.org)

    Video: Whatever you call this, it is impressive

    Posted By on April 30, 2013

    Dance, ballet, juggling, rhythmic gymnastics? Whatever it is, this is impressive.

    Archive: Great tips on getting the most meat out of a lobster

    Posted By on April 30, 2013

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    I appreciated a video from America’s Test Kitchen on Lifehacker and thought it was worth archiving and sharing … not that I fix lobster everyday.

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    Twist off the tail, split the shell on the back, pull legs apart, push meat out with small tools, use a rolling pin to squeeze meat from legs.

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    Great tips … especially the rolling pin trick! See the video below.

    Tinkering with the IPad app Uncrate

    Posted By on April 29, 2013

    2014 Volkswagen GTI on Uncrate – link

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    Volkswagen XL1 on Uncrate – link

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    Stock market indices are in record territory

    Posted By on April 29, 2013

    Visiting with Katelyn and Drew – the newlyweds

    Posted By on April 28, 2013

    kdnewlywed130426_1200We drove Brenda’s parents home to western New York last week and opening the farmhouse after a week or so of staying with us in Cincinnati. They were glad to finally get home from Florida. Brenda and I then hitched up the trailer and headed up to Columbus for Saturday. Our project was centered around moving a couple larger items out of Katelyn’s apartment and getting them into their townhome. The weather was perfect (for an uncovered trailer) and the day with our newlyweds was very enjoyable.

    kdopeningcards130426_1200Katelyn and Drew fixed us a deluxe breakfast when we arrive and then opened a few more of their wedding gifts and cards in front of us before we started moving (and painting). Drew had put some of the collected photos from several social sites on a USB drive and gave us a slide show on the bigger screen — we also enjoyed hearing about their first night in downtown Cincinnati and their minimoon to Hocking Hills (not too many details). What a great time they had; they seem very happy.

    minimoonNovember 3, 2012 Urban Word of the Day

    Short trip after a couple gets married in place of a full honeymoon.

    My friends are taking a minimoon right after they get married. They are going on their actual honeymoon trip in a few months.

    Desultory - des-uhl-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee

    1. lacking in consistency, constancy, or visible order, disconnected; fitful: desultory conversation.
    2. digressing from or unconnected with the main subject; random: a desultory remark.
    My Desultory Blog