From the monthly archives:

June 2006

More from San Fran

by Gee Why on June 29, 2006

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Last batch of pics from a weekend in San Fran. Met up with friends living in the city for a mini reunion. Good to see everyone again and Happy Birthday Kim. That cake is a fire hazard!
On the way out of San Fran, went for dim sum at the Koi Palace in [...]

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Had a short getaway from the Armpit of Cali and headed to San Francisco for the weekend. The drive was longer than normal due to road work, but luckily my iPod was fully charged and loaded with tunes. First, we headed to the Apple campus on 1 Infinite Loop and bought some stuff [...]

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Back to Bass Lake

by Gee Why on June 26, 2006

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Boating around Bass Lake. Family, eating, sun, swimming.
Pictures are here.

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Now I understand the point of Starbucks featuring a drive thru window. You got a car with one or more kids strapped in on your way for a long (or even short) ride. You see a Starbucks drive thru right before you hit the freeway. No need to get out and unstrap [...]

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… is a killer! Very hot and dry in the Armpit of Cali with recent temperatures above 90 degrees. I think I sweat more in Hawaii, or maybe the heat here dries me up quickly. Shade from trees helps a bit, but when the sun’s ablazing, you can’t hide for long.

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Catching up on the going-ons from the hot armpit of Cali.

Fathers Day
Kids Galore
Out and About
Dang Hot Day

Enjoy!

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50 Cent Macs Coming?

by Gee Why on June 20, 2006

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50 Cent, the rap star responsible for hits like In da Club and Candy Shop, is supposedly in negotiations with Apple to create affordable computers for low income families. True or not, not sure, but you know Steve Jobs is a soul brother at heart.
No confirmed reports that this new affordable “G-Unit” Mac will [...]

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Caught up on our adventures from the Armpit of Cali.

Crafts and Recreation
Sierra Vista Mall
Bonfante Gardens Theme Park

More to come…

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Students, Get a Mac

by Gee Why on June 18, 2006

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BusinessWeek technology columnist, Stephen Wildstrom, advises students to Pack a Mac this upcoming school year.
Unless you have a compelling reason not to go with a Mac, an Apple laptop or desktop offers the best combination of features, ease of use, and value.
Don’t forget, to sweeten the deal, Apple has its Back to School special going [...]

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Read an MSDN developer’s view about the state of Microsoft Vista then if you still want to run Vista, check out the Parallels virtualization software that enables the running of Windows OSes on Intel-based Mac hardware.
For a limited time until July 15, Parallels Desktop is available for $50. Even more reason to get yourself [...]

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Help Save Screech

by Gee Why on June 18, 2006

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I know all Pulpconnection readers are closet fans of Saved by the Bell. Just admit your guilty pleasure of Zack, Slatter, Screech, Lisa, Kelly, and “Showgirls” Jessie, and let’s move on to the matter at hand, helping to save Screech’s house.

Seems like Dustin Diamond who played the nerdy Screech is in a bit of [...]

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Google is lending its searching muscle to the US Government by providing a Google search site specific for government-related info. Supposedly dot mil (.mil) domains are included in this search site along with .gov and other federal and state sites.
Hey, this could really help out for work. You and I both know that [...]

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What Competition?

by Gee Why on June 16, 2006

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Starbucks and Jamba Juice will be opening soon in the Coscto Waipio area, right by the existing Seattle’s Best and Planet Smoothie. Now I will have a choice when going on my weekly trip to Costco of where to get a caffeine hit or smoothie fix. All this competition should be good for [...]

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Word of the Day: Suzerain

by Gee Why on June 15, 2006

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Suzerain – a sovereign or state having some control over another state that is internally autonomous.
Example. Would passing the Akaka bill create a suzerain for Native Hawaiians in the State of Hawaii? Kau inoa!

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Yes, dear readers, I almost picked up a pair of pink kicks. Maybe it’s the heat, maybe it’s the freedom of being on vacation, or maybe I’m just addicted to kicks, but I almost succumbed and bought a pair of Nike Shox TL2 running shoes from discount store Marshalls, here in the armpit of [...]

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Went to the zoo and took some pictures. All from the Armpit of Cali.

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Coffee in the Armpit of Cali is pretty similar to the coffee scene in Hawaii. Starbucks is just about everywhere, but their prices are way cheaper. For comparison purposes, I got a iced grande, non-fat caramel macchiato which came out to $3.45 in CA. In HI, the same drink costs $4.11. [...]

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Word of the Day: Sangfroid

by Gee Why on June 13, 2006

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Sangfroid – composure or coolness, sometimes excessive, as shown in danger or under trying circumstances.
Example: The Tabasco Man demonstrated his sangfroid when asking for the highest compensation during his annual work evaluation.

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Come on Super Lotto Plus lucky numbers! Papa needs new pairs of shoes!

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More Mac Commercials

by Gee Why on June 12, 2006

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Apple has new “Get a Mac” television commercials. Check out:

Out of the box. How Macs are ready to go right out of the box.
Touché. Macs are PCs too, able to run Windows. Touché.
Work vs. Home. Fun stuff like spreadsheets and pie charts.

Then learn more why you should Get a Mac!
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