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Reply to I'm just saying . . . in Politics JoeUser Forums

I would say the brilliant is a bit strong, but I would say it is amusing.

Reply to Radiohead's new album . . . online? in Entertainment JoeUser Forums

Perhaps I will give it a listen later and see what I think.

Reply to JoeUser Christmas/Holiday card swap in Blogging JoeUser Forums

I'd be happy to, but only if I can approve the list of people *my* address will be sent to. Absolutely. If there is anyone you want "filtered" just include that information in the email and I will respect those wishes without question. And prior to sending out the list I will let those who wish to be selective know who the list wou

Reply to JoeUser Christmas/Holiday card swap in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Nice ninja edit there San Cho. Thanks for the heads up.

JoeUser Christmas/Holiday card swap in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Yes, yes, I know it isn't even Halloween yet. But the Holidays are fast approaching and I thought it might be fun to set up a Christmas/Holiday card swap (with enough time for it not to be a burden). Here is what I was thinking: If you want in drop a comment here, adding your name to the list, then email me ( petey DOT jones AT gmail DOT com ) an address to which the cards should be mailed (don't want real or emai

Reply to My Favorite Red Bull Commercial in Misc JoeUser Forums

This was one of those commercials that I saw coming from a mile away. Obviously for Red Bull by the hand-drawn cartoon aspect, the second he got crapped on I saw it coming. But I didn't think they really would. But they did.

Reply to This Has Lasted Longer Than My First Marriage in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Maso, It has been a pleasure to get to know you. While I don't email and stuff a lot, I hope you know I do value your friendship. Being able to make friends with people on the other side of the world really is one of the wonders of the Internet. Blog on mate, blog on.

Reply to I Want What I Paid For... in Misc JoeUser Forums

I'd rather, for the most part, forget about them, hope Darwin sorts them out But he doesn't, damnit. Trust me. It's a blog in the making. Been in the oven for a few months now, but one of these days it will be complete.

Reply to Featured WC Gallery: Sound Packager in OS Customization JoeUser Forums

Objectbar needs some serious loving. Folks clamored and clamored for the new version. Then it drops and no one seems to be doing anything new with it.

Reply to Electropy limited beta available! in Gaming JoeUser Forums

Downloading now, will see how it goes.

Reply to JoeUser: What's Your Most-Wanted Feature in Blogging JoeUser Forums

I know you don't want 100% site customization, and I agree that would be too much. But enhancing the customization features we have is my #1 complaint about the site. Apart from changing colors, every page just looks so generic and, well, ugly that it just doesn't feel personal at all. I understand blogs should be about the content, but the "same-ness" of the site just makes it boring and unappealing.

Reply to The (Live) Music Has Died Inside Me in Misc JoeUser Forums

Dang, sorry to hear about that mate. Hopefully it is a temporary dulling of the desire to play live.

Reply to XBox 360..Hip? Or Hype? in Gaming JoeUser Forums

Are there any games right off the top of your head that you don't think are age appropriate? If we pick up the system and some games then I will know which ones to avoid..heh. Most of the games rated M deserve it. Gears of War is one of my favorites, but it is very violent, bloody and has some harsh language. You can turn off the l

Reply to Does a Welfare State Encourage Poor Customer Service? in Misc JoeUser Forums

In answer to the title: yes. I absolutely believe that a welfare state encourages poor customer service. It encourages poor performance in every way. Call me a pessimist, but I believe that people are inherently lazy. Many of us (hopefully) overcome that, but far too many don't. If there is no extrinsic motivation for people who have no intrinsic motivation to start with, why work hard at all? But I don't believe that it is just this idea of a welfare s

Reply to XBox 360..Hip? Or Hype? in Gaming JoeUser Forums

I have never run into problems with the camera. Then again, I don't use it to chat other than to send game invites to friends and don't play games that really use the camera. Most importantly, be involved. Know what games he wants to play and seek advice about whether or not they are appropriate. Some of my favorite games I wouldn't let my 11 year old play, so ask around. I think there are enough here who game to give you a decent idea if a game is appropriate

Reply to XBox 360..Hip? Or Hype? in Gaming JoeUser Forums

First off, I will admit that I have a 360 and love it. It has been well worth it in my opinion. But $450 is for the Elite. You don't need that one. It has the 120 gig hard drive. If you go for the "Pro", which is the one that comes with the 20 gig hard drive, that is plenty. That version is $350. But, yes, you don't want to go the most basic version, the "Core". It is affectionately been known as the "tard pack" as in retard. The hard dr

Reply to Radiohead's new album . . . online? in Entertainment JoeUser Forums

While I'm not a fan, I agree this is a novel approach. One of these days you will have to send me their best album (whatever you think that is) and I will have to give it a serious listening.

Reply to Blogging and the death of decent politics. in Politics JoeUser Forums

I guess I just don't see bloggers as really being powerful at all. Sure, there are those select few who may be noticed, but when I hear the MSM talking about the "blogosphere" (I had to throw that one in there for you) I just sort of shake my head and laugh. They are just trying to jump on the bandwagon of popularity. But as far as importance? I guess I'm not seeing it. I suppose it could be some powerful grass-roots sort of thing if there was enough of a

Reply to Exploding cell phones, edible babies, other monstrosities. in Current Events JoeUser Forums

I mean, being called at 2am because someone wants to know what kind of antivirus to use, sucks. Big time. So does being called to write an order you did 4 hours ago, the nurse just didn't bother to check before she called.

Reply to Exploding cell phones, edible babies, other monstrosities. in Current Events JoeUser Forums

Heh, I tell you, those days on call, every time that pager goes off (or as I call it, my black little prison), I just want to kill something.

Reply to CD Review: Given to the Rising in Entertainment JoeUser Forums

You're right. I do wish I was as cool as Neurosis. I agree, this is a masterpiece. It just blows away so much other metal I have heard. These guys are truly one of music's best bands.

Reply to What would YOUR heaven be like? in Religion JoeUser Forums

Cracklin' Oat Bran. That stuff is so expensive for a small amount that Heaven will have all you want for free. Ooh yeah.

Reply to RIP Robert Jordan in Misc JoeUser Forums

I started reading them a few years ago, enjoyed up to about book 5 and then lost all interest as it seemed that he was just milking the story. There were entire books where nothing ever happened. I do, however, want to read them once they are finished. Sad for him and his family. Hopefully he is in a better place.

Reply to NO ME IMPORTA UN PITO. in Misc JoeUser Forums

Ah, the anger. Nice bit o' writing there. Me, I'm too lazy to make the Spanisho keyboardo worko. So, you will have to imagino it.

Reply to CD Review: Rush - Snakes and Arrows in Music JoeUser Forums

I can't wait to see them live in London. Hope you enjoy it. I saw them in Boston for this tour, Charlotte NC for the 30th anniversary tour, Raleigh NC for the Vapor Trails tour and Salt Lake City for the Roll the Bones tour. It is a tough call over which was the best, R30 or Snakes and Arrows . Both shows were just fantastic tho