This is just to let folks know about a few products that I feel have given me my (or someone else’s) money’s worth and more. Maybe it isn’t in time for gift buying this year, but it could be good for those who receive gift cards or cash, or just those who have been looking… (read more)
Now that I have had a smartphone for about seven months (before you look, this post was written in April 2013, believe it or not), I figure it’s time to point out some favorite Android apps (many also available for iPhone). If you’re looking for games, go elsewhere, as I don’t really play games much…. (read more)
With Toy Story 3 set for a June 18 release this year, I thought it would be fun to reflect on that vaunted series (if a series can be vaunted with only two entries to date). First, although I feel there is no target age for most Pixar movies, I must point out that the… (read more)
(Those reading “Shootings” may continue reading in Part Seven) This Seeburg miniature jukebox sat on the counter of Rinky Tinks, an historic 1950’s ice cream parlor and sandwich shop founded circa 1979. Click the pic to read the song listing. Weren’t these little guys somehow wired to the actual jukebox, so patrons could choose songs… (read more)
[photopress:pano_whacky_place_sm_blog.jpg,full,pp_image] Click to enlarge this panoramic stitched from three shots (using the great and free Hugin). J. Wilde’s is one of the more colorful places in San Angelo. It was closed when I dropped by on Sunday, but I got a few closer looks at the outdoor features. [photopress:IMG_1582_sm_blog.jpg,thumb,pp_image] [photopress:IMG_1583_sm_blog.jpg,thumb,pp_image]