Aug 01 2008
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“ fuck documentation.
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I will echo that. It usually sucks, and it sucks writing it, which I think explains why it usually sucks.
(via topherchris)
My job is something like 80% documentation. Audit documentation is similar to programming documentation in how you are explaining what you are doing and why. However, we have standards (read: industry-imposed regulations) that require we document to the extent that another auditor could reperform our work exactly as we did. So, I concur that this shit sucks.
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Here’s a taste of the embarrassing side of the Midwest for you:
On a recent drive home from work, I was behind a diesel truck who was particularly proud of his Cummins engine. Printed on his rear window was:
“I’d rather be Cummin than Strokin”
Jul 31 2008
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Obama Tries to Show Missouri Concern for Small-Town Issues
I love how Obama is shaking things up.
I don’t think Missouri Dems could get much happier than they would be to see Obama win Greene County (Springfield), the Blunt Family stronghold. That could turn over a new political leaf for this state.
Jul 30 2008
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Rant: opinion polls
Why does anyone believe polls? Why are they still being done? There is a huge group that will never be included in these numbers because THEY DON’T HAVE LAND-LINES. And who is most likely to not have a land-line? Younger people and those with low-income (who can’t afford any phone or who, when given the choice between the two, likely choose a mobile phone because, well, it’s mobile), voting blocks that are likely to support Dem. values. In addition, the polling methods are never fully disclosed in any article or news report.
I’m so tired of seeing: Most Americans support off-shore drilling, Most Americans oppose gay marriage, Obama only has a 3-point lead over McCain. Then some Bush or McCain stands at a podium and quotes this shit as support for their policies and people say, “Yup, yup, that must be true. It’s a poll so it’s clear that we should all continue to tear up the earth and hate the gays and vote for that old man who can’t decide what he’s doing and can’t remember what he’s done.” And all the people who thought they could make a difference are discouraged by these false numbers and we end up in the worst of circumstances (see: George W. Bush).
Jul 24 2008
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How reporters have failed to cover the oil market
Includes a Very Interesting Explanation of unprecedented oil company profits. Hint: it’s not because of record-high prices.
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Obsidian Wings: McCain And Obama On Taxes: Take 2
This graph shows the difference between what people put into taxes now and what they would put in under the tax plans under either candidate. If the number is above the line, it means you will keep more of your money. If the number is below the line, it means you will spend more of your money.
(I don’t know if I’ve mentioned this before, but Obsidian Wings is by far one of my favorite political blogs, simply because of the research that clearly goes into their posts. Far more than snark and sarcasm that is frequently expected of political blogs, it has real substance.)
Ditto about Obsidian Wings. I really like their focus on economics, which in politics can be such a “he said, she said” area where people take McCain’s claims that his tax plan is better for low-income families at face value. So few people in our nation truly seem to understand the subject.
Jul 17 2008
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Say, I figured out how we can help you sleep…we must play more games!
Jul 10 2008
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A five-star infographic from the Detroit Free Press.
Will they treat accidental plumber’s crack the same way, or is it just this cultural style?
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Pictured above is a circular bike:
The bike is modular and can be dismantled and reassembled. It is normally left in public places where it can attract a variety of riders.Sounds like hours of mindless fun, maybe even more so than a drum circle. Not only is it ingenious, it’s environmentally-friendly as well, being built out of salvaged bicycles. Visit the project page for more pictures and specs.
Also check out his other projects; looks like he’s done some fun things.