What can grow as tall as a skyscraper and live for millennia? That would be the giant sequoia, one of the most impressive tree species on the planet. Here are 10 facts about America’s largest living residents.
Archive for February, 2017
10 Facts About Giant Sequoias
Published February 28, 2017 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: California, Giant Sequoias, largest tree, nature, plants, Redwood
29 Pieces Of Good News That Got Choked Out By Trump Stories
Published February 24, 2017 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: better, good news, happy, non-political, positive news
Hoverbike Scorpion-3 – Very Cool Human Shredder [video]
Published February 23, 2017 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: amputation machine, extreme sports, Hoverbike Scorpion-3, hovercraft, Human Shredder, personal helicopter, video
No Thanks, I’m Not That Thisty
Published February 22, 2017 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: Beard Beer, beverage, brewing, ewww, John Maier, microbrewery, Rogue beer, yucky
Rogue beer is brewed with ewww –
Our latest brew Dedicated to Beards, Beard Beer is brewed with a yeast created from Brewmaster John Maier’s Beard. No Need to freak out, Brewers have used wild yeasts in beer making for centuries. John has had the same Old Growth Beard since 1983 and for over 15,000 brews, so it is no great surprise that a natural yeast ideal for brewing was discovered in his beard. What does Beard Beer taste like? Try it, we think you’ll be surprised…
Wildlife Blooper Reel [video]
Published February 21, 2017 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: animals, funny, humor, video, wildlife
Japan’s Cherry Blossoms [photos]
Published February 20, 2017 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: Cherry Blossoms, Japan, nature, photography, picture, spring
LunarClock.org Gives The Time And Date On The Moon
Published February 17, 2017 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: astronomy, Astrophysics, Lunar Calendar, Lunar Clock, LunarClock, NASA, science, space exploration, Sweden, timekeeping
LunarClock.org have devised a clock and calendar for the moon. Apparently, this was necessary because of the moon’s rotation and length of day is different than the Earth’s (or something like that). Anyway, the site’s FAQ gives some explanation.
1. What is the Lunar Calendar and why do I need one?
The Lunar Calendar is designed to be used by colonists of the Moon, and it differs from the one we use here on Earth. Unless you live on the Moon, you don’t really need one, but you can support the idea anyway. Who, knows? Perhaps you will live on the Moon in the future, or your children might. You can read the details on how this calendar works.
Take On Me – a-ha – Brooklyn Duo at Carnegie Hall [video]
Published February 16, 2017 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: a-ha, Brooklyn Duo, Carnegie Hall, chamber ensemble, classic music, cover song, Ensemble Connect, music video, video
Control Panel Replacement – FreeFile Review
Published February 15, 2017 Free File Review Leave a CommentTags: control panel, FreeFile Review, freeware, neuPanel, software, tweaking, utility, Windows
nuePanel is an application that attempts to organize many of the settings available in Windows. The sheer number of tools, Control Panel apps, and settings in Windows make that a daunting task, but neuPanel does a very good job of cutting through the clutter.
The Good – It appears that every possible Windows setting is available. The interface is simple, with rows of buttons in the main window and tabs across the top. The buttons are in alphabetical order, which speeds up finding things. ‘God Mode’ is available as ‘Control Panel (God Mode)’ under the ‘Troubleshooting’ tab.
The Bad – A few of the command buttons don’t work (they report ‘cannot find the file specified’). Finding what you want can still take a little time, due to the quantity of buttons available.
— — — — The Bottom Line — — — —
I’ve found neuPanel to be a timesaver. It provides one location to find the setting you need. This gets more valuable as Microsoft hides more and more settings. Most Windows users should find neuPanel useful.
Life Lessons From 100-Year-Olds “Keep Right On To The End Of The Road” [video]
Published February 14, 2017 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: 100 year old, advice, Amelia Harper, centenarian, Cliff Crozier, England, Harry Lauder, John Denerley, life lesson, longevity, positive attitude, UK
Trump Era Valentines
Published February 13, 2017 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: aggressive, bad Valentines, Cupid, funny, humor, mean Valentines, passive agressive, rejected, true love, Trump Era Valentines, Valentine's Day