I just took the time to read the slideshow presentation on this page: https://www.kleinerperkins.com/perspectives/internet-trends-report-2018 Here are the bullet points I found most interesting. New smartphone shipments peaked in 2010 and there has been zero growth in that market in 2017. Internet users are now at approximately one half of the world’s population. Internet users have … More Internet Trends in 2018
“You’re always to some degree, wrong. Your goal is to be less wrong.” “Solicit critical feedback, even from friends. Tell them you really do want to know.” – Elon Musk Here are a few Influential books I’ve read. All of them are available online and all are worth your time. Several of them are available … More Influential Books
Bloodwine Recipe by John Pascual (His version of Star Trek’s Klingon beverage) — INGREDIENTS — Ice cubes 2 dashes tabasco sauce 1 oz. gold tequila 1 oz. spiced rum 1 dash grenadine cranberry juice(to top off) — INSTRUCTIONS — Fill your glass with ice cubes as desired. Add the dashes of tabasco and grenadine. Add … More Bloodwine
I was unaware of the “Fresh Start” option. You may find it useful. https://www.howtogeek.com/356642/how-to-fix-all-windows-10%E2%80%99s-annoyances/ This quote from the article says it all, however… “Unfortunately, there’s no way to prevent Windows 10 from installing these apps without asking you.” While that is true of all modern operating systems, at least Linux #1 asks you to approve … More How to Fix Win10
This is the Falcon9 launch this morning as seen from Jensen Beach, Florida. Shot handheld with both cellphone and Lumix FZ100. #Florida #JensenBeach #Falcon9 #SpaceX #ISS
“As far as the future of humanity goes; there are five areas that will shape us the most: The Internet, sustainable energy, space exploration, artificial intelligence, and human genetic code manipulation.” – Elon Musk
In a recent Facebook thread, there was a great deal of discussion regarding various theories of prehistoric worldwide flooding. I would highly suggest taking the time to read and consider the evidence and reference links offered on this website. The Younger Dryas Boundary strewnfield (after Wittke et al 2013, and Kennett et.al 2014) “The epoch … More Ancient Flood Myths
Life: The lawn care guy was backing his huge boxcab trailer and ripped up the back quarter panel of my Chevy Cavelier. Fortunately, he notified his insurance company and I’ve filed a claim. Howl at the Moon! Tonight is the monthly Howl at the Moon open mic night. It’s going to be held at a … More Broken Car and Howling at the Moon
While considering the massive amount of effort that goes into creating a believable fantasy language, I had to recall where I heard the first one. I do believe the first time I was conscious of one would be the book and then the movie, “A Clockwork Orange”. “There was me, that is Alex, and my … More Fantasy Language
Like many of us, I hate writing a Synopsis for any of my stories. “Writing is easy. All you do is stare at a blank sheet of paper until drops of blood form on your forehead.” –Gene Fowler After a bit of research on more than a dozen websites, I’ve narrowed it down to a … More How to Synopsis
