December 9th, 2011

I think this Bumble bobblehead (“The Abominable” from Rupolph) qualifies as the best bobblehead ever. Rudolph is my favorite Christmas special.  Aren’t we all kind of misfits? Honorable mention goes to the Grinch, Elf, and The Santa Clause.  Never got into A Christmas Story.  What’s your favorite? -Nick

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November 24th, 2011

Happy and healthy family Great friends Still self-employed Not commuting to Nevada Passport stamps, current and future Huskies going bowling Snow in the mountains Black Friday and Cyber Monday shoe shoppers Blog readers Happy Thanksgiving!  What are you thankful for this year? -Nick

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February 22nd, 2011

Today is National Margarita Day.  You can look it up. Apparently it’s also George Washington’s birthday.  I’m sure he’d be proud. -Nick

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Is Valentine’s Day just a corporate-created “holiday” designed to part us from money? No.  While Hallmark has certainly capitalized on the popular holiday, Valentine’s traditions long predate the company’s 1910 founding. The origins of Valentine’s Day can be traced all the way back to the Roman empire, when two Christian priests named Valentine were martyred.  [...]

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January 3rd, 2011

As always, great to see all the family and friends.  It was a busy, busy week. Mochi had a playdate with his new buddy Manju, but he was kind of antisocial. I got to go skiing with Chris and dad.  Fresh snow at Alpental! We also exchanged lots of beer. We hit up the Harry [...]

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December 24th, 2010

A retelling of the nativity for the digital age: I like the “Avoid Romans” checkbox and the wise men shopping at Amazon! And the low-tech atheist response: a billboard in New Jersey.  Come on guys, I expect better! Merry Christmas all. -Nick

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