Let me Google that for you

December 15, 2008 | By Patrick | No Comments | Filed in: Geek.

Did you ever get a question from someone that they could have easily answered for themselves with a simple Google search? I saw this on an episode of Tekzilla recently. When someone asks you a question, type it into letmegooglethatforyou.com. A link is created showing an animated example of how to key the same question • Read More »

We have a new record

December 14, 2008 | By Patrick | No Comments | Filed in: CMS, Geek, HKS.

At least in our family, Hannah is the new record-holder for number of text messages sent during a single billing period. As you may recall, Clare topped the family list last month with over 4,000 outgoing text messages. Not to be outdone, Hannah sent 5,055 messages during this latest billing period. Holy guacamole, Batman! Because • Read More »

Dimple Pride

December 9, 2008 | By Patrick | No Comments | Filed in: Geek.

Came across this video today and thought I’d pass it along. Why do dimpled golf balls fly farther and straighter? This is a supercomputer simulation showing the details. (click image for video) It’s probably more than you want to know, but still cool. Add spin to the equation and I’m sure it gets completely out • Read More »

Scared of Santa

December 2, 2008 | By Patrick | No Comments | Filed in: Christmas.

Who could possibly be scared of jolly old Saint Nick? Plenty of people. Kids, especially. Click here for more.

If you haven’t, you should

November 26, 2008 | By Patrick | No Comments | Filed in: Uncategorized.

I’m talking about reading the Dad Gone Mad blog. While not always appropriate for kids (which is probably why it’s funny), this post was especially humorous. Click image to read the post What guy can’t see themselves in the exact same situation doing the exact same thing?