March 2009
33 posts
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If you tried using Quickbite but were getting a blank page with “[object window]” after using the bookmarklet in Firefox, I’ve updated the code with a fix. You can either go to Github and download a new version of bookmarklet.php, toss it on your server and recreate the bookmarklet, or you can add this bit to the end of the bookmarklet’s code:
void(0);
Should solve the...
February 2009
39 posts
Mom: You should gargle with salt water. It helps with inflammation.
Me: Well, I tried gargling with sugar water but it didn't help.
Me: I also tried gargling with ginger ale (burns), pizza crust (not really gargle-able, actually, just a choking hazard) and BBs (ended up mostly just swallowing a lot of BBs).
WatchQuickbite Screencast
Quickbite makes it easier and faster to add bookmarks to Del.icio.us along the lines of the Instapaper read later bookmarklet. This screencast shows the quick install and config of Quickbite and then it in action.
Best in HD.
Quickbite — Post to Del.icio.us faster →
Most of the time when I want to bookmark something I don’t want to add a description, tags, etc. I just want to save it in a place where I can search for it or look at it later. I stopped using Del.icio.us a long while back because saving a bookmark took too much time.
When Marco released Instapaper, I started using that as a bookmark service because of how fast adding an item was. But...
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Tip: Make Safari 4 Look Like Safari 3
Want to get the nice new rendering speed and features of Safari 4 but not the new interface? Drop these three commands into Terminal (each should be a single line):
defaults write com.apple.Safari DebugSafari4IncludeToolbarRedesign -bool NO
defaults write com.apple.Safari DebugSafari4LoadProgressStyle -bool NO
defaults write com.apple.Safari...
Deep Thought
Why don’t we have solar panels on the hood and roof of our cars? Cars sit outside in the sun all day, especially in cities. I know they couldn’t draw enough power to function, but every bit of gas we don’t have to use seems like a good idea.
The sun is just sitting up there. Let’s use it.
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Shawn Morrison: Totally unrelated thought: Excessive masturbation can create enzymes that kill brain cells.
Me: EWHAT?@?
Aquarrific
Over the last few days I posted the entire Agua set by David Lanham at Prettify*. If you have ever wanted to change your default icons but couldn’t find the right balance between custom design and a set that still fit in very well with the OS X aesthetic, this is the set for you.
I’ve been using some combination of Agua since it was originally released back in 2006. I will stray...
WatchLate Night Bloopers (via 37signals)
The accidental voice-over bleed during James Spader’s interview is one of my favorites.
WatchFire (Jimmy Edgar Remix)
Combination of tilt-shift and stop motion makes this video really fun to watch. It also blows my mind that this was shot on a cruddy point-and-shoot camera.
WatchSuper Intense ER Promo
“Don’t watch this episode pregnant… you’ll miscarry.”
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Continuum Issues
Shawn Morrison: So I'll probably be home at 6:30... what time do you want to come over?
Me: 5:45.
Me: Just remember to use the time portal later tonight to leave a key for me at 5:40.
Me: And I'll remember to use the time portal later tonight to go back and clean up the mess I make in your bathroom at 5:47 so you don't see it when you get home.
Shawn Morrison: I already used the time portal today, and saw your mess.
Me: Shit (literally).
Shawn Morrison: Oh also, at around 6:01 I shot you with a gun, so you may want to use the time portal and give yourself a bullet proof vest.
Me: Ugh, my time portal to do list is getting very long.
Me: Remind me to use the time portal to go back and erase most of the items on it.
Shawn Morrison: I also killed your grandmother.
Shawn Morrison: So technically you don't exist anymore. Sorry.
Me: I have been feeling rather "invisible" today.
Me: As in, literally, I can't see my body at all.
Tom Watson: S'ok, Ryan Adams is not for everyone.
Tom Watson: One of my favorite artists though.
Me: See, that's the thing. Everyone says that.
Tom Watson: I figured you'd be able to relate to Ryan Adams though.
Tom Watson: He's an alcoholic and an asshole.
Me: Well, I'm no alcoholic.
This Month's Music Purchases
Happy As Can Be EP by Cut Off Your Hands Ladyhawke by Ladyhawke Olly Oxen Free by Mason Proper Real Blasty by Kyle Andrews
I spent some time trying to see what the fuss over Ryan Adams is about, but I came to the solid conclusion that I don’t like his stuff. I also realized that while Animal Collective’s new album, Merriweather Post Pavilion, sounds like singing/talking over...
One Thing Plus Six Other Things
Oy. I normally avoid memes that require writing large lists, but Brian and Greg internet-tagged me, so I guess I have to do it. Seven Things About Me Which People Might Not Know™:
One: I’m lactose intolerant. Actually, a lot of people know this. If you’ve ever had a meal with me you know, because I’m the idiot either avoiding cheese or popping pills. This list isn’t off...
WatchMacGruber Super Bowl Ad
One of my two favorite commercials from this year’s Super Bow.
A Common Back-and-Forth
Me: Yo.
Shawn Morrison: Hello.
Shawn Morrison: Gonna be in a meeting in 3 seconds, fyi.
Me: Oh, okay. Was just seeing what's up. BUT FINE.
Shawn Morrison: Basically: Go fuck yourself, is what I'm saying.
Me: Roger.
WatchSayid from LOST Bombs at Stand-Up
“I flew in on Oceanic Flight 815 and boy are my friends dead.”
WatchSNL: Whopper Virgins
When these BK commercials started airing I hoped SNL would parody them. I didn’t think they’d do such a fantastic job. This is pretty much perfect.
My sister: I once watched Emeril make "tea" out of Tabasco, basil leaves soaked in lemon, white wine and seltzer.
Me: I hope you're serious.
My sister: I'm serious. He gave it to his drummer and the guy almost sharted.
Me: Yeah, he can be a real douche.
My sister: I still watch him sometimes hoping hot oil will splash all over his gigantic torso.
