Monthly Archives: April 2002

Fan Fiction

Posted on April 28 2002 by Mickey

    I’ve noticed that a lot of personal web sites include fan fiction, homemade stories inspired by characters from television or movies. Since I’m always interested in hopping on Internet bandwagons (or at least climbing slowly with lots of … Continue reading →

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M&Ms

Posted on April 27 2002 by Mickey

    I just had an idea. I know the M&Ms brand is running a contest for a new color and to drum up interest in their candy. It dawned on me that they might be able to drum up … Continue reading →

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Green Batteries

Posted on April 27 2002 by Mickey

    One thing I’m rather proud of is my changeover to using rechargeable batteries. My CD/MP3 player was using up AA batteries at an alarming rate and I was forced to buy 8-packs of Duracell Ultras every couple weeks. … Continue reading →

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Microsoft

Posted on April 26 2002 by Mickey

    Note to self: download Microsoft’s XP Powertoys. [1:59 PM]    Update: Speaking of Microsoft, here’s a fun collection of software error messages.

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Earth Day

Posted on April 23 2002 by Mickey

    A little post Earth Day note. Our President unveiled his “Clear Skies” environmental plan today, which awards companies points for low emissions (which they can barter to companies with high emissions). This is the great “let the marketplace … Continue reading →

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New Old Update

Posted on April 21 2002 by Mickey

    Since it’s still doubtful we might get to see Jimmy this year, we might as well make do with what we have. Right? So we’ve delved into the vaults to offer some more audio for you. It might … Continue reading →

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Life at the Cable Company

Posted on April 17 2002 by Mickey

    Here’s an interesting page first posted on Fark. The fact this guy was put through the wringer by his cowowkers and bosses is disgusting, the fact he lost his trial is ridiculous, the fact the foreman of the … Continue reading →

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Spam spam spam spam

Posted on April 15 2002 by Mickey

    I can’t believe the amount of junk-mail spam with which I’m being inundated. This last week alone the amount has doubled if not tripled. I suppose I should enjoy it though, since so many women seem to want … Continue reading →

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ANWR

Posted on April 10 2002 by Mickey

    What a shock.    The mideast declares an oil embargo on us, and guess what our administration’s solution is — drilling in Alaska! Who’d’a thunk it?! Drilling in Alaska. That old song and dance Dubya’s been working on since … Continue reading →

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A.I. on PPV

Posted on April 4 2002 by Mickey

    Could this be a new director’s cut?    According to next month’s PPV listings, A.I.: Artificial Intelligence is listed as a “Martial Arts Event”.

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