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Re: Julie and Julia (Scripting News)

bbluesman — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 03:25:04 -0000

That is way cool-thanks for sharing.

Re: On Apple, FriendFeed, and TechMeme | Mark.

http://marktrapp.com/blog/2009/01/05/apple-friendfeed-and-techmeme — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 01:19:51 -0000

I fully expect someone to respond with the "arguing on the internet is like running in the Special Olympics" picture before the night is through.

Re: On Apple, FriendFeed, and TechMeme | Mark.

bbluesman — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 01:14:36 -0000

Hmm so upshot is geeks kind of sophomoric? Who knew...

Re: On Apple, FriendFeed, and TechMeme | Mark.

bbluesman — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:22:26 -0000

And what would arguing in the Special Olympics be then? I worked with
special kids for a few summers-they are actually much better behaved and
more civil than many geeks.

Re: Enough Chinatown Wars…

bbluesman — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:30:34 -0000

Man can not live by General Tso's Chicken alone...

Re: Ring in the New with Miles... | bbluesman/Mark Forman

bbluesman — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 01:01:08 -0000

Yes Andy. One of the wrongs in life are the different standards we use on
different categories of people and different circumstances. Why? All people
were born naked. It is this human conflict that fuels art. Most of the great
bands had dischord at their hearts causing tension which resulted in edge
and perhaps enhanced focus-The Beatles a prime example. Happy and healthy
new year to you as well.

Re: Theatrical Self-Impersonation and The Platonic Spirit

bbluesman — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 05:33:28 -0000

Interesting piece/assertion and I'd concur. I guess you can say when we are really in the "zone" we are just giving the best performance of self.

Re: Life in the Slow Lane

bbluesman — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:38:59 -0000

Dayumn son-didn't know you joined the modern world and added Discus...

Re: Year-end photo collage

bbluesman — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 23:32:08 -0000

Yo Pirate-que tal? Feliz Navidad a tu. Gracias su complimentes. I like
photos :D

Re: bbluesman/Mark Forman » Thanksgiving typical/atypical

bbluesman — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 23:16:36 -0000

Thanks for stopping by Marie. Same to you.

Re: More on Detroit (Scripting News)

http://www.scripting.com/stories/2008/11/20/moreOnDetroit.html — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:31:21 -0000

"If you've ever been to the Third World, or parts of the US that are the Third World like the South Bronx and New Orleans and (I'm told) parts of Detroit -- you owe it to yourself to find out what that's like."

There's parts of Milwaukee like that, too.

My problem with the CEOs of the big 3 is that none, let me repeat NONE, of them are willing to take the $1 a year symbolic salary that Lee Iococa did in the 80's when Chrysler was bailed out.

As for American made cars... If they would have been able to produce a cheap, non pile of junk 3 years ago when I was looking for a car, I might be driving a Chevy, Ford or Dodge right now instead of a Toyota.

-Adam

Re: More on Detroit (Scripting News)

bbluesman — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:33:04 -0000

Good piece Dave. Some parts are similar to what Michael Moore had to say on Larry King last night. His assertion was that government should insist that the Big 3 produce the needed vehicles for government works program. Possibly light rail cars, or other cost-effective energy efficient transportation devices. Not crappy cars that break in 3 years because those are the "comfortable shoes" they've been wearing. There needs to be a complete overhaul of corporate culture and executive salaries and and perks. This whole system has gotten out of hand.

Re: bbluesman/Mark Forman » Baseball and other images

bbluesman — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:44:54 -0000

I'll make you a deal...even throw in melamine hot dog... :D

Re: bbluesman/Mark Forman » Baseball and other images

bbluesman — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:25:59 -0000

Ha! Actually the Blue Girl wanted me to buy a beer from her because I took
her picture.

Re: bbluesman/Mark Forman » Hard to believe…

bbluesman — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:37:00 -0000

Heh-thanks I like them too. This shot very close to place that had the roosters in the spgerical cage... Serendipity

Re: bbluesman/Mark Forman » Hard to believe…

bbluesman — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 21:25:57 -0000

Hey Ben. Yes indeed. I thought about the mutt connection before PE Obama
made that statement. One of my deep feelings after being happy for him and
what it probably meant for out African-American countrymen was how Barack
won for us "mutts." Let's hope the deeper thinking, insights and action
continue to come. Much work is needed.Thanks for sharing your thoughts here.

Re: Obama's decency (Scripting News)

http://www.scripting.com/stories/2008/11/07/obamasDecency.html — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:11:25 -0000

Thanks. I think that's what bothers me about all the people getting in the middle of what was good about this victory.

Re: Obama's decency (Scripting News)

bbluesman — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:58:29 -0000

Dave this is absolutely the best thing you've ever written. Bingo on selflessness and graciousness. I can tell you that American people even at their worst are still generally gracious and decent. I have been living in Asia for 21 years and have met people from all over the world. Part of Mr. Obama's awesomeness is from inspiring people to be awesome. He sure has inspired me this way in the face of imploded global economy. I trust he will continue to push himself and the bright people he confides in to keep coming up with good goals and vision lifting challenges.

Re: bbluesman/Mark Forman » Hard to believe…

bbluesman — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 01:32:19 -0000

Jason-thanks. Agreed ultimately that is the key. Also as he has stated and
responsible citizens know-he can't do it alone and needs the help of
everyone. Hopefully this great partnership will be successful. Many changes
and much sacrifice is needed to achieve this.

Re: bbluesman/Mark Forman » Hard to believe…

bbluesman — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 01:27:51 -0000

Thank you for sharing those words Reggie. I can't presume to feel what you
and other African-Americans do.Your words come as a pleasant conformation to
what I suspected. African-Americans have contributed much to America in
every aspect of history, society and culture. Now they have contributed the
highest elected official in the nation-quite an impressive achievement. I
believe Mr. Obama will do you and all Americans quite proud. The freedom
train went more express yesterday...

Re: Taichung Jazz Festival

bbluesman — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 20:07:28 -0000

Hi Barry,Nice to see you are paying attention. All your points are noted and
appreciated. Thanks for stopping by.

Re: NYT: Revenue plummets, debt is junk

bbluesman — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 04:06:00 -0000

Hmm, have noticed that they'r placing banner ads up on header by logo the last few days. That's new.

Re: Taichung Jazz Festival

bbluesman — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 22:13:25 -0000

Perhaps that was one of the motives behind organizers. The ultimate in jazz
sophistication being Duke Ellington-jazz royalty.

Re: Taichung Jazz Festival

bbluesman — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 07:48:09 -0000

I understand your feelings and am sympathetic to the question. It's just
like any other external stimuli or object,let people eat what looks good to
them. Everyone has to start some where. It'd be great if they got more
diverse talent and yes I'm sure budget enters into the picture. Thanks for
commenting.

Re: roll on me

bbluesman — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:25:51 -0000

Waves at the "spray and droplet" queen. Another beautiful shot. Pixel envy :D