Category Archives: Jack Handy

Did you know that computer programmers have their own patron saint? (Also in his portfolio: computers, computer users, and the Internet.) For some reason, I find that particularly touching. I also think it’s interesting to reflect that, at one time, … Continue reading →

I saw the “Watchmen” movie last night. When asked if it was good, my response was “I’m not sure I’d go so far as to call it good, but it was interesting.” Here I present some amplifications on this theme. … Continue reading →

You know those suspect cold cuts in your fridge? The ones that might have been there a little too long? You should throw them out. No, you shouldn’t try eating them, even if you’re sort of hungry. Trust me.

There’s been a bit of a tiff between Jim Cramer, a talking-head and self-described Democrat who “favor[s] almost all of Obama’s agenda” and the White House. What I find most interesting in all this is a seeming dissonance in Cramer’s … Continue reading →

Efficiency is a nice thing. It allows one to do more with less. It is not, however, an unmitigated good, as efficiency is almost always expensive. The question of whether or not efficiency is a good thing must be evaluated … Continue reading →

A few thoughts on the (possibly controversial) subject of creating (or destroying) wealth. Wealth (and it’s cousin, “prosperity”) has been much on everyone’s mind recently, in light of the recent financial unpleasantness. I think that there’s been a lot of … Continue reading →

Editorial Note: We’ll be continuing with daily posts throughout March. The rules remain the same: Contentful posts guaranteed on Fridays, luck-of-the-draw the other six days of the week. Today, for instance, you get musings on the non-transitivity of taste. Personal … Continue reading →

I am not a good skier. I can look ok on the majority of intermediate slopes, and make my way down diamonds. I’ve never been on a double-diamond in my life. I have a lot to learn. However, I have … Continue reading →

Why, oh why, doesn’t anyone make Bear Treats? (These don’t count.) The box copy practically writes itself: Three flavors: Salmon, deer, and refrigerator medley Delicious, tasty aroma (travels hundreds of yards) Loved by both cubs and adults Irresistible – Bears … Continue reading →

While shopping at REI, I overheard the following exchange between two employees: Gal: You were in a frat!? Guy: Oh yeah, I’ve done it all….