Can You Decipher this Starbucks Secret?
Do you understand these Starbucks markings to decipher this secret drink?
ProBlogger’s Post About Free WordPress Plugins
Over on the popular ProBlogger blog, there’s a post asking readers what their favorite (free) WordPress plugins are. It’s interesting to see what are the popular ones. Some new ones for me include Broken Link Checker and CommentLuv.
Sadly Broken Link Checker isn’t cooperating with my install of WP 3.0.1, giving me database errors. I’ve seen CommentLuv as an add-on to Intense Debate, but since I’ve moved to Disqus, CommentLuv no longer seems like an option.
What would be my top 5 free WordPress plugins?
- WP Super Cache. Just a little tricky to set up, but absolutely necessary to maintain a smooth operation and reduce WP resources.
- WPtouch iPhone Theme. Easily “mobilize” your blog.
- Similar Posts. Helps readers find related content.
- Advertising Manager. To easier manage, ads and their placement.
- YOURLS. Because it’s fun to have your own custom URL shortener!
I consider Akismet and Google XML Sitemaps as core essential plugins, and therefore, exempt from this list. 😉
Starbucks “Secret” Pumpkin Spice Latte
Starting tomorrow, Saturday, August 28, 2010, you can secretly order a Starbucks favorite, the Pumpkin Spice Latte. This seasonal drink finds it way back to the baristas, but only if you ask for it since it won’t show up on the menu. The Pumpkin Spice is on Starbucks’ secret menu.
Never mind that they blogged about this drink and sent email to a mass distribution list. 😉
“Congratulations! You burned a tremendous amount of calories”
After running with my Nike+ system, I heard a congratulatory message saying I burned a tremendous amount of calories. What I would have preferred is something like this:
“Congratulations! You burned a tremendous amount of calories. Now go celebrate with an ice cream cone.”
Or maybe from a marketing and partnership standpoint:
“Congratulations! You burned a tremendous amount of calories. Now go celebrate with a treat from one of our many partners.” Then from the Nike+ web site, I could browse various vendors and print out a discount coupon or something.
Or maybe even:
“Congratulations! You burned a tremendous amount of calories. Now go check in with one of our partners and celebrate with a treat.” If Nike were partnered with a geolocation service like Foursquare or Gowalla, a check-in at a Nike+ partner location would give you immediate specials at that location.
Just a thought anyways but for now, I’ll take the virtual pat on the back.
Mixed Emotions About Nike Air Max Modular 95
Not sure what to think about the Nike Air Max Modular 95 hybrid. At first glance, it looks plain but then a clean, classic look starts emerging. That back/heel view is killer though, and the colorway is, of course, great.
Canon EOS 60D Camera Releasing Soon
The new Canon EOS 60D DSLR camera is releasing soon, and you can pre-order on Amazon. The 60D is an upgrade to the T2i which is the step up from the T1i and incorporates a swiveling (articulating) screen. Also the 60D improves on video and “button-ology.”
Here’s an early review at dpreview.com.
2011 Entertainment Book Anyone?
Anyone interested in buying a 2011 Entertainment Book? We gotta sell a few for a fundraiser. Here’s a list of participating Hawaii vendors.
As usual, we can “swap” fundraiser items. You buy this, I’ll buy from your fundraiser. Sound good?
Lady Java Video
An okay vid showcasing the Java programming language. The best part is all the vintage Macs used in the video.
Not Digging the Upcoming DWTS Crew
While the official list of Dancing with the Star contestants (and pros) isn’t announced until next week, there are a bunch of rumors going around. So far I’m not digging the lineup. David Hasselhoff extends the Baywatch connection, and he might be entertaining to watch. Michael Bolton. Former NFL QB, Kurt Warner. Singer Brandy. Michael Sorrentino from Jersey Shore (which I’ve never watched). Audrina Patridge from The Hills (another show I haven’t seen).
From these alone, I’d have to root for the Hoff just because…
Katy Perry’s Teenage Dream
Katy Perry’s new release is now available, and there are a few solid tunes in this 16-track deluxe edition.
Available on iTunes and Amazon though Amazon has a better deal unless you can use the complete your album feature on iTunes. And you also get $4 credit on Amazon Video on Demand!
Was that Danno from the New Hawaii Five-O?
Though the new Hawaii Five-O reboot has a smaller cast than LOST, I’m still not familiar with the characters or actors. But still, when this guy walked into the Counter in Kahala Saturday evening, I immediately though of Scott Caan who plays Danno. I don’t know why, and I don’t think this was him since supposedly he was on the mainland getting medical treatment for a knee injury.
But then again, Wayne Harada’s recent entertainment column said Scott was in Hawaii and back on the Five-O set, and the guy did walk kinda gimpily so maybe I bumped into “Book’em.” Either way, Happy Birthday Mr. Caan! (Is that the back of your head?)
And since I was at the Counter, I have to include a pic of my yummy burger.
New Ice Cream Pop Tarts
Spotted these new Ice Cream Shoppe flavors of Pop Tarts: Vanilla Milkshake, Ice Cream Sandwich, Hot Fudge Sundae. And with 25% less sugar! Once they go on sale, I’ll give them a try.
