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Gadgets/Toys
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The iPhone As BFF
by Maynard on June 22, 2007US News and World Report, in their Money and Business section, have a big article about the pros and cons of the iPhone. After you read it, you just may want to marry one, or at least declare it your...
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The iPhone. iWant It. iNeed It.
by Maynard on June 21, 2007I have always liked the gadgets but up until now have stayed away from the PDAs. It seems, generally, that the guys like the PDAs while we chicks prefer the paper-based systems. I still have my Filofax, and love...
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Greens vs. Conservatives vs. Maynard
by Maynard on June 20, 2007An inquiry by Maynard A number of "conservatives" (I hate these labels) show a knee-jerk reaction against anything "green". I understand why: The outspoken "Greens" are often kooky human-hating tree-huggers, and their organizations end up co-opted by Leftists who view...
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Gay Gangs?
by Tammy on June 17, 2007Hmm. Books and shoes. And a ruler. And a skirt. I have no comment. When a stiletto is used as a weapon, it seems obvious. The question becomes, who was wearing it--a boy or a girl?? Junkyardblog investigates....
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My TiVo Broke
by Tammy on May 6, 2007There was a weird "I'm on fire inside" smell, and then it went blank. I had all the Planet Earth programs taped, and a few Bravo Workouts. Yes, I admit it. But watching people work out isn't helping make my...
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Shocking Clothing for Women!
by Maynard on April 30, 2007A post by Maynard These 007-type gadgets catch my eye. Here we see an electrified woman's jacket (that is to say, an electrified jacket for women, not a jacket for electrified women). If an unfriendly gentleman gets too friendly,...
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I Want a Hotel On Park Place
by Tammy on March 28, 2007Sure, charity is good, but charity takes money. So, I'll put hotels on all my properties, and get as much of everyone else's money as possible. And in the process of getting rich, I'll devote a portion of my...
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Guilty Tramp or Regular Chick?
by Tammy on March 6, 2007With the Scooter Libby news today I was forced to think again about Valerie Plame. This disturbs me because I then feel guilty because I find her very attractive, and as a result am unable to dislike her as much...
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A Treat for SoCal Residents: The Railway Museum!
by Maynard on January 1, 2007...in case you didn't know it existed. A post by Maynard Just a quick note to make sure you Southern California people know about the Orange Empire Railway Museum. Sitting on a sizeable chunk of land in the inland...
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The White House Situation Room Gets a Makeover
by Tammy on December 19, 2006Now if they could just tell me how to make my living room dog and blogger/work friendly, we would have further proof we are the greatest nation on Earth. White House remodeling 'situation room' The Situation Room at the White...
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And I Thought the $225,000 Watch was Extravagant
by Maynard on December 18, 2006A note and a query by Maynard Last month I pointed out an extremely expensive watch listed on Amazon.com. I figured it must be the epitome of decadence. Silly me. Here's a million-dollar watch, generously marked down to a...
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Carpet Cleaning for Dummies
by Maynard on December 4, 2006A post by Maynard This is another of those public service announcements, for you people who aren't sure what to do about your dirty carpets. Once or twice a year, I rent a RugDoctor. These marvelous little machines spray hot,...
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Your James Bond Chest on the Wrong Side? Here’s Your Gadget
by Maynard on November 29, 2006A Christmas Gadget Post by Maynard My apologies to those who might consider this note to be of questionable taste, but I think it's justified as a public service message. Somebody out there is going to be glad to know...
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Amazon Absurdity
by Maynard on November 26, 2006A diversion by Maynard Gentlemen, are you looking for a very special Christmas holiday gift for a very special lady person? Well, for a mere $225,000.00, here's a lovely wristwatch. I'm wondering if this is the most expensive item on...
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The Mystery Ferrari Clone
by Tammy on November 25, 2006Apparently, cloning started quite a bit before Dolly. Court to rule on mystery of 'cloned' Ferrari When Egon Hofer, an Austrian racing driver and classic-car collector, bought a sleek, shiny red 1960s Ferrari once driven by Graham Hill, he thought...