Monthly Archives: April 2008

A cynic’s view of commercials

Posted on April 30, 2008 by Cool Dad

As a cynic, advertising sometimes has the opposite of its intended effect on me. Basically, if I see a cheesy or just dumb commercial, it’ll convince me to NEVER buy that product. Well, I don’t like saying NEVER, but I’ll … Continue reading →

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Embrace

Posted on April 29, 2008 by Cool Dad

I hadn’t heard of Embrace until a friend loaned me their 2005 Out of Nothing album. Embrace is Brit pop/rock – heavy on the U2 and Coldplay influence. I’ve been wanting to get into some different genres of music, but … Continue reading →

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How fast can you type?

Posted on April 26, 2008 by Cool Dad

A little fun for a Saturday. At least fun for computer nerds like us. There are probably hundreds of sites that test typing speed, but for some reason, I’ve been doing this one lately. There are ads, so if you … Continue reading →

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MIA mum

Posted on April 24, 2008 by Cool Mum

I’m back! Since I last wrote, I have planned or attended about 5 parties. Okay, most of them were actually baby showers, which totally does not count as a party. But there was 1 party…brunch can be a party, right? … Continue reading →

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My ears are burning. In a good way.

Posted on April 23, 2008 by Cool Dad

Wow! I was called “hilarious.” Doesn’t sound like a big deal, right? Well, it was on Brant Hansen’s blog!! Yes, that epicenter of theology, sarcasm, eccentricity, and all things accordion: Letters From Kamp Krusty. Mind you, I wasn’t called “hilarious” … Continue reading →

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