Hmm, perhaps I should focus on implementing a system like this on a much larger scale. Perhaps, instead of a phone call from a houseplant, the system can be tied to an automatic cloud seeder. Think of the implications for my dissertation!
Alternately, I'd accept a system for gauging levels of Theobroma cacao in my system. Something that could tell me when I've had enough, or when I desperately need more, especially combined with Arachis hypogaea.
Oh wait. That system would be my stomach.
Monday, February 25, 2008
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
A Renewed Enthusiasm
If you know me well by now, you are undoubtedly aware that my desire to grow a handlebar mustache has never diminished. Alas, perhaps due to my lack of accountability in this, I have yet to succeed. That, however, was before I discovered The Handlebar (Moustache) Club, an international society for my fellow mustache connoisseurs! They even have a world championship competition! What excellent role-models! Perhaps I should found a KBS-based chapter. Surely many there--Tom, for example--would be appreciative of such endeavors.
Wednesday, January 02, 2008
Happy New Year!
Hello, my faithful (and bored) readers! Happy 2008!
Since I am a very contemplative person, I've recently been thinking a lot about my resolutions for 2008. Should I attempt to do something simple but unique, like grow an even larger handlebar mustache? Or should I strive for the ultimate resolution --love, happiness, and data?
I've decided to take a very middle-of-the-road approach. This resolution will be challenging, but accomplishable. At times I know that I will want to give up, but I am determined to push myself until I acheive my goal. And from tackling this resolution, I hope to ultimately grow into a better person.
My resolution for 2008 is the following: to learn to love the combination of chocolate and peanut butter.
You see, I love both chocolate and peanut butter, but I don't like them together. For years I've been this way. I can eat peanut butter sandwiches until the cows come home. And I know that my faithful readers know my deep appreciation for chocolate, since I've been gracious enough to bake them chocolately desserts from time to time. Why don't I like chocolate and peanut butter together, then? I feel like I'm a walking contradiction!
Alas, the trials that this quest will produce! No longer shall I look in disdain at Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. No longer will I be able to turn down Moose Tracks ice cream. And gone are the days when I will keep the peanut butter jar and a Hershey's bar on opposite sides of my office desk.
To recap, combining chocolate and peanut butter (and liking that combo) will be my goal for 2008. Perhaps my faithful readers will support me in my quest by showering me with new treats that I can learn to enjoy.
Since I am a very contemplative person, I've recently been thinking a lot about my resolutions for 2008. Should I attempt to do something simple but unique, like grow an even larger handlebar mustache? Or should I strive for the ultimate resolution --love, happiness, and data?
I've decided to take a very middle-of-the-road approach. This resolution will be challenging, but accomplishable. At times I know that I will want to give up, but I am determined to push myself until I acheive my goal. And from tackling this resolution, I hope to ultimately grow into a better person.
My resolution for 2008 is the following: to learn to love the combination of chocolate and peanut butter.
You see, I love both chocolate and peanut butter, but I don't like them together. For years I've been this way. I can eat peanut butter sandwiches until the cows come home. And I know that my faithful readers know my deep appreciation for chocolate, since I've been gracious enough to bake them chocolately desserts from time to time. Why don't I like chocolate and peanut butter together, then? I feel like I'm a walking contradiction!
Alas, the trials that this quest will produce! No longer shall I look in disdain at Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. No longer will I be able to turn down Moose Tracks ice cream. And gone are the days when I will keep the peanut butter jar and a Hershey's bar on opposite sides of my office desk.
To recap, combining chocolate and peanut butter (and liking that combo) will be my goal for 2008. Perhaps my faithful readers will support me in my quest by showering me with new treats that I can learn to enjoy.
Monday, December 24, 2007
My Secret Hobbies
Gentle readers, on this eve of Christ's birth, I have decided to reveal that which has been hidden for many, many years. You see, I am a collector of certain fine items, and though I may deny it outwardly--in fact, I will most likely claim that this is an untruth forged by one of my many alternate personalities who writes this blog, the one named Lisa, I believe--I have always and will always be a collector of fine pieces of craftsmanship.
What are these items I collect, you may ask? Two words: Jesus Kitsch.
Why, just today I stumbled upon a fine web site specializing in this! I only wish I had come across this site sooner; I would have gotten gifts for all my friends! For Rob, there is a fine collection of golf paraphanalia. For Carl and Alan, what gift would be better than this game? Would Peri and Angel not walk down the street with pride wearing these gifts? What rhetoricians would not love these books? And as for myself, all I want is a double-deck of these cards. Can you not imagine playing doppelkopf on them? The heart! It swells!
Alas, it is too late for me to purchase these gifts in time for this festive occasion, though I certainly wouldn't object to a belated present. Ah well. We'll all have to just be satisfied with this piece of holiday cheer.
What are these items I collect, you may ask? Two words: Jesus Kitsch.
Why, just today I stumbled upon a fine web site specializing in this! I only wish I had come across this site sooner; I would have gotten gifts for all my friends! For Rob, there is a fine collection of golf paraphanalia. For Carl and Alan, what gift would be better than this game? Would Peri and Angel not walk down the street with pride wearing these gifts? What rhetoricians would not love these books? And as for myself, all I want is a double-deck of these cards. Can you not imagine playing doppelkopf on them? The heart! It swells!
Alas, it is too late for me to purchase these gifts in time for this festive occasion, though I certainly wouldn't object to a belated present. Ah well. We'll all have to just be satisfied with this piece of holiday cheer.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
One torch to rule them all...
Many of you know me as "Todd the Blogless," or perhaps "that guy who grows weeds on purpose ... but not that kind."
Few people know me by another of my rightful titles - "Todd, bringer of fire."
No, I am not the type to rob the gods, in case you are wondering. More Frodo than Bilbo, a member of my family entrusted me with this enchanted fire, and I, in turn, wander the face of the earth sharing it with others. Also like Frodo, my special gift is of interest to everyone. Everyone wants to share the fire-laden love.
"Love," in enchanted fire terms, includes chocolate crème brulée.
Enchanted fire is even able to resist the machinations of black holes. Or at least not be sucked into one.
As the sharer of the torch, I am become a sort of Pyro Claus. And there is no one more popular than Pyro Claus.
Few people know me by another of my rightful titles - "Todd, bringer of fire."
No, I am not the type to rob the gods, in case you are wondering. More Frodo than Bilbo, a member of my family entrusted me with this enchanted fire, and I, in turn, wander the face of the earth sharing it with others. Also like Frodo, my special gift is of interest to everyone. Everyone wants to share the fire-laden love.
"Love," in enchanted fire terms, includes chocolate crème brulée.
Enchanted fire is even able to resist the machinations of black holes. Or at least not be sucked into one.
As the sharer of the torch, I am become a sort of Pyro Claus. And there is no one more popular than Pyro Claus.
You know, I always knew there was a reason that Carl and Katie were BFF. This research proves that together they can have love, happiness, AND data!
Thursday, November 29, 2007
My New Philosophy
Lately, as I have been teaching some of my KBS cohorts how to play various games like Doppelkopf, St. Petersburg, and, of course, my personal favorite, called "Love, Happiness, and Data" (first one to get all three in real life wins), I have been contemplating my strategies, for I, of course, am always looking to improve myself and enhance my experience as a student of life. Finally, as I was doing my holy rites one evening, as if placed there by the blessed saint himself, I realized that I must simply ask myself one question: What would Carl Do?
It is the most excellent of strategies! Why, I could even market this slogan, though I would likely have to abbreviate it to something memorable, like "WWCD?" I can see it now: myriads upon myriads of people wearing, say, little blue woven bracelets with this philosophy blazoned upon them--a constant reminder of the futility of life and the agony of defeat. Perhaps, with the fortune and fame gained by the creation and excellent marketing strategy of such wonderful items, I myself would be the victor of "Love, Happiness, and Data!"...though I fear I would have to forgo my graduate studies in this pursuit. Hmm, I wonder what Carl would do in this situation?
It is the most excellent of strategies! Why, I could even market this slogan, though I would likely have to abbreviate it to something memorable, like "WWCD?" I can see it now: myriads upon myriads of people wearing, say, little blue woven bracelets with this philosophy blazoned upon them--a constant reminder of the futility of life and the agony of defeat. Perhaps, with the fortune and fame gained by the creation and excellent marketing strategy of such wonderful items, I myself would be the victor of "Love, Happiness, and Data!"...though I fear I would have to forgo my graduate studies in this pursuit. Hmm, I wonder what Carl would do in this situation?
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