Ever since the internet was invented, world-wide-web users had to learn a new language- shorthand messaging lingo and text acronyms. We our losing touch with other cultures and underground lifestyles of society. If you don’t have a semi-trailer or don’t know a truck driver, you may be unaware of some interesting Trucker slang. So the… Continue reading What to Say in an 18 Wheeler
Month: November 2006
Jazz Machine
There is a really interesting musical frequency generator that produces unique “free jazz” style tones when you move the frequency scroll bar around with your mouse. It’s called the Jazz Machine. You can play with it online or download it to your computer. It’s completely free and easy to use. It’s fun because it can… Continue reading Jazz Machine
Can You Speak in English?
Slang and being creative with language is great, but it isn’t the best way to get educated from your favorite music star or movie. The Pop Culture Translator shows the absurdity of how some people use and abuse the English language, the language which has been approved by voters of Arizona as the state’s official… Continue reading Can You Speak in English?
Mars-1 Paintings
I’ve never used acrylics or any kind of paint for artistic purposes except spray paint and fabric paint. Since I am so foreign to this medium, I appreciate how different it is from stuff that I normally do. The closest I came to a painter was sporting an afro like Bob Ross. Although Ross is… Continue reading Mars-1 Paintings
Absurd American Patents
Many people have thought of brilliant inventions. Others have thought some less useful, but more humorous ideas. We already know and use many common products, but the exciting thing is to see what we don’t use. Inventors have patented many ideas which never make it to the public. For your amusement, there is a Totally… Continue reading Absurd American Patents
About Your Vote
In the United States, elections were held today. One of my teachers told the class to go vote. Additionally he said, “This is a very important election.” My answer to that is “What elections are unimportant?” But I don’t advocate forcing people to vote, especially if they don’t know or care about who is running.… Continue reading About Your Vote
An Invisible Keyboard
Do you have to look at your keyboard in order to type? If not, then you can use a computer keyboard that it totally blank- we’re talking buttons without any characters printed on them. This is the ultimate keyboard for the touch type guru. Read more.
How to brush your teeth
Easier solutions to brushing teeth exist (abstaining from eating and keeping your mouth closed), but I wouldn’t recommend them. Even if you don’t floss regularly or use mouthwash (I skip them occasionally), you need to give your mouth its own kind of washing. People brush their teeth everyday, at least I hope so. We go… Continue reading How to brush your teeth
How to Build a Computer for Little or No Money
Buying a new computer can be a hassle and make a dent in your wallet. There’s a site that teaches you how to put together your own computer with some common household items. Use an old TV and some other electronics to build your own working computer. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is… Continue reading How to Build a Computer for Little or No Money
Talk About Hat Hair
Here’s a funny article about a guy whose hat is his own hair. Click to read this hilarious news story.
Creative Word Combos
A website is selling (for free) a cure for the bored, the uninspired, the artist, the writer, or anyone who needs a jolt of creativity. They’ve got an online generator that generates interesting random adjective-noun pairs. Get some new insights with Creative Combinations.