Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
General McChrystal Called to the Principals Office
How not to complain about colleagues
It is always chancy to speak out aginst your boss.
Some of Alexander the Great's officers were unhappy when their leader began to adopt enemy customs - like proskynesis, or bowing down to the king - as the army conquered the Persian Empire.
But one officer, Cleitus the Black, took his complaints too far. Annoyed at being appointed to a marginal command, he badgered Alexander in front of other officers at a drunken banquet. Fellow officers warned him to be silent, but he refused and an incensed Alexander killed him with a spear.
But if i had to go against Alexander The Great or Obama, i am picking Obama
It is always chancy to speak out aginst your boss.
Some of Alexander the Great's officers were unhappy when their leader began to adopt enemy customs - like proskynesis, or bowing down to the king - as the army conquered the Persian Empire.
But one officer, Cleitus the Black, took his complaints too far. Annoyed at being appointed to a marginal command, he badgered Alexander in front of other officers at a drunken banquet. Fellow officers warned him to be silent, but he refused and an incensed Alexander killed him with a spear.
But if i had to go against Alexander The Great or Obama, i am picking Obama
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
"it is a complex formula that never made it into the fliers"
Xcel's complicated rate changes jolt some customers
Turns out Xcel decided to prorate June usage in a complex formula that never made it into the fliers or onto its website telling customers about the two-tier structure and how it will work.
"I think what we did was give (customers) a good idea of what was to be expected in the first full month," Xcel spokesman Tom Henley said. "Let's face it, explaining the proration in a system that's already complex enough was probably one of those things we pushed to the back burner."
That quickly became the front burner when the first of the new two-tier bills started showing up June 2 and consumers saw a lot of numbers that didn't jibe with Xcel's explanation.
"It's crazy. They print on the bill nonsummer and summer rates, but in the end, it's not how they described it," said Judith Close of Denver, whose bill had a single day of June.
My take :
It is just a stepwise defined function using reverse cost averaging. Come on people it is not that hard. The important thing is you do not have the information to prove you are right. We don’t have the information to prove were wrong? So pay the bill and shut your cake hole.
And the little guy gets the shaft
Turns out Xcel decided to prorate June usage in a complex formula that never made it into the fliers or onto its website telling customers about the two-tier structure and how it will work.
"I think what we did was give (customers) a good idea of what was to be expected in the first full month," Xcel spokesman Tom Henley said. "Let's face it, explaining the proration in a system that's already complex enough was probably one of those things we pushed to the back burner."
That quickly became the front burner when the first of the new two-tier bills started showing up June 2 and consumers saw a lot of numbers that didn't jibe with Xcel's explanation.
"It's crazy. They print on the bill nonsummer and summer rates, but in the end, it's not how they described it," said Judith Close of Denver, whose bill had a single day of June.
My take :
It is just a stepwise defined function using reverse cost averaging. Come on people it is not that hard. The important thing is you do not have the information to prove you are right. We don’t have the information to prove were wrong? So pay the bill and shut your cake hole.
And the little guy gets the shaft
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Take Law Into Your Own Hands Pakistan Style
By RIAZ KHAN Associated Press Writers
PESHAWAR, Pakistan – An American armed with a pistol and a 40-inch (102-centimeter) sword was detained in northern Pakistan and told investigators he was on a solo mission to kill Osama bin Laden, a police officer said Tuesday.
The man, identified as 52-year-old Californian construction worker Gary Brooks Faulkner, said he wanted to cross over into the nearby Afghan province of Nuristan because he had "heard bin Laden was living there"
... Californian more than their fair share of crazies.
PESHAWAR, Pakistan – An American armed with a pistol and a 40-inch (102-centimeter) sword was detained in northern Pakistan and told investigators he was on a solo mission to kill Osama bin Laden, a police officer said Tuesday.
The man, identified as 52-year-old Californian construction worker Gary Brooks Faulkner, said he wanted to cross over into the nearby Afghan province of Nuristan because he had "heard bin Laden was living there"
... Californian more than their fair share of crazies.
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Wouldn't you like to know?
Some random Questions
In what way are you irrational?
I believe that washing my car causes it to rain
How important is it to you that you are on time?
I am border line obsessive compulsive about being on time. Additionally it annoys me when others are late. “Come on you are 28 years old by this time you should reasonable expect to encounter traffic if you need to be anywhere by 8:00 in the morning”
What gossip do you like to be in on?
I am a man, I do not gossip. But seriously I seek out the rumor mill at work.
When are you most generous?
With my food
What "red-neck" activity do you like to do?
In spite of being born in the ‘burbs I like a good Rodeo
Where do you like to get your news?
AM Radio – Ouch I am turning into my father.
If you had a ton of money how would it corrupt you?
I think it would be tough to trust people. I would always be wondering what are they trying to get from me.
one of many from GetToKnowU
Friday, June 11, 2010
No Tweete For U
I would like to see the expanse of judicial activism to put greater limit on Twitter
Federal Judge James Zagel told the Chicago courtroom at the outset of former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s corruption trial that he was prohibiting anyone in the court from using Twitter during the trial or making public statements.
Getting Blagojevich and his family to quiet down would be a big change. Blagojevich has written a memoir and hosted a radio show since his arrest in December 2008. Both he and his wife, Patti, have appeared on reality television shows and both have Twitter accounts. On Monday, Patti Blagojevich tweeted that she had finished the laundry and house cleaning and complained that news helicopters were following her and wasting fuel.
I cannot imagine what he is getting out of this relationship with the media.
An old Irish proverb states
An old Irish proverb states "anything to stupid to be said can always be sung"
Here is the proof
I never cared much for moonlight skies, I never wink at fireflies,
But now that the stars are in your eyes, I'm beginning to see the light.
I never went for after-glow, candle light on the mistletoe,
But now when you turn the lamp down low, I'm beginning to see the light.
Used to ramble through the park, shadow boxing in the dark,
Then you came and caused a spark, that's a four-alarm fire now.
I never made love by lantern shine, I never saw rainbows on my wine,
But now that your lips are burning mine, I'm beginning to see the light.
Here is the proof
I never cared much for moonlight skies, I never wink at fireflies,
But now that the stars are in your eyes, I'm beginning to see the light.
I never went for after-glow, candle light on the mistletoe,
But now when you turn the lamp down low, I'm beginning to see the light.
Used to ramble through the park, shadow boxing in the dark,
Then you came and caused a spark, that's a four-alarm fire now.
I never made love by lantern shine, I never saw rainbows on my wine,
But now that your lips are burning mine, I'm beginning to see the light.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Fifty Bizarre U.S. Laws
I’m Under Arrest for What? Fifty Bizarre U.S. Laws
Alabama
It’s illegal to wear a fake mustache that causes laughter in church.
Alaska
Whispering in someone’s ear while he’s moose hunting is prohibited.
Arizona
Cutting down a cactus may earn you a twenty-five-year prison term.
Arkansas
It’s illegal to mispronounce the name of the state of Arkansas.
California
You may not eat an orange in your bathtub.
Colorado
It’s unlawful to lend your vacuum cleaner to your next-door neighbor (Denver).
Connecticut
A pickle cannot actually be a pickle unless it bounces.
Delaware
It’s illegal to get married on a dare.
Washington, D.C.
It’s against the law to post a public notice calling someone a coward for refusing to accept a challenge to duel.
Florida
If you tie an elephant to a parking meter, you must pay the same parking fee as you would for a vehicle.
Georgia
It’s illegal to change the clothes on a storefront mannequin unless you draw the shades first.
Hawaii
All residents may be fined for not owning a boat.
Idaho
A man must not give his sweetheart a box of candy weighing fewer than fifty pounds.
Illinois
It’s illegal to take a French poodle to the opera (Chicago).
Indiana
The value of pi is 4, and not 3.1415.
Iowa
One-armed piano players must perform for free.
Kansas
It’s illegal to throw knives at men wearing striped suits (Natoma).
Kentucky
Every citizen is required to take a shower once a year.
Louisiana
Biting someone with your natural teeth constitutes simple assault, but biting someone with your false teeth classifies as aggravated assault.
Maine
If you keep your Christmas decorations on display after January 14, you’ll be fined.
Maryland
It’s against the law to wash or scrub a sink, no matter how dirty it is (Baltimore).
Massachusetts
No gorilla is allowed in the backseat of any car.
Michigan
A woman may not cut her own hair without her husband’s permission.
Minnesota
It’s illegal to paint a sparrow with the intent of selling it as a parakeet (Harper Woods).
Mississippi
Walking a dog without dressing it in diapers is forbidden (Temperance).
Missouri
Children may buy shotguns in Kansas City, but not toy cap guns.
Montana
It’s a felony for a wife to open her husband’s mail.
Nebraska
Bar owners may not sell beer unless they brew a kettle of soup simultaneously.
Nevada
It’s illegal for men with mustaches to kiss women.
New Hampshire
It’s forbidden to sell the clothes you’re wearing to pay off a gambling debt.
New Jersey
It’s against the law for a man to knit during the fishing season.
New Mexico
Females may not appear unshaven in public.
New York
While riding in an elevator, you must talk to no one, fold your hands, and look toward the door.
North Carolina
It’s against the law to sing off-key.
North Dakota
It’s illegal to lie down and fall asleep with your shoes on.
Ohio
You must honk the horn whenever you pass another car, according to the state’s driver’s education manual.
Oklahoma
It’s forbidden to take a bite out of another person’s hamburger.
Oregon
State law requires dishes to be drip-dried.
Pennsylvania
It’s illegal to sleep on top of a refrigerator outdoors.
Rhode Island
You may not bite off another person’s leg.
South Carolina
If a man promises to marry an unmarried woman, he is required by law to keep his promise.
South Dakota
It is illegal to lie down and fall asleep in a cheese factory.
Tennessee
Selling hollow logs is strictly forbidden.
Texas
You may not shoot a buffalo from the second story of a hotel.
Utah
It is illegal not to drink milk.
Vermont
Women must obtain written permission from their husbands to wear false teeth.
Virginia
Tickling a woman is unlawful.
Washington
It’s illegal to pretend that one’s parents are wealthy.
West Virginia
If you make fun of someone who does not accept a challenge, you risk a six-month prison sentence.
Wisconsin
Unless a customer specifically requests it, margarine may not be substituted for butter in a restaurant.
Wyoming
Unless you have an official permit, you may not take a picture of a rabbit from January to April.
Alabama
It’s illegal to wear a fake mustache that causes laughter in church.
Alaska
Whispering in someone’s ear while he’s moose hunting is prohibited.
Arizona
Cutting down a cactus may earn you a twenty-five-year prison term.
Arkansas
It’s illegal to mispronounce the name of the state of Arkansas.
California
You may not eat an orange in your bathtub.
Colorado
It’s unlawful to lend your vacuum cleaner to your next-door neighbor (Denver).
Connecticut
A pickle cannot actually be a pickle unless it bounces.
Delaware
It’s illegal to get married on a dare.
Washington, D.C.
It’s against the law to post a public notice calling someone a coward for refusing to accept a challenge to duel.
Florida
If you tie an elephant to a parking meter, you must pay the same parking fee as you would for a vehicle.
Georgia
It’s illegal to change the clothes on a storefront mannequin unless you draw the shades first.
Hawaii
All residents may be fined for not owning a boat.
Idaho
A man must not give his sweetheart a box of candy weighing fewer than fifty pounds.
Illinois
It’s illegal to take a French poodle to the opera (Chicago).
Indiana
The value of pi is 4, and not 3.1415.
Iowa
One-armed piano players must perform for free.
Kansas
It’s illegal to throw knives at men wearing striped suits (Natoma).
Kentucky
Every citizen is required to take a shower once a year.
Louisiana
Biting someone with your natural teeth constitutes simple assault, but biting someone with your false teeth classifies as aggravated assault.
Maine
If you keep your Christmas decorations on display after January 14, you’ll be fined.
Maryland
It’s against the law to wash or scrub a sink, no matter how dirty it is (Baltimore).
Massachusetts
No gorilla is allowed in the backseat of any car.
Michigan
A woman may not cut her own hair without her husband’s permission.
Minnesota
It’s illegal to paint a sparrow with the intent of selling it as a parakeet (Harper Woods).
Mississippi
Walking a dog without dressing it in diapers is forbidden (Temperance).
Missouri
Children may buy shotguns in Kansas City, but not toy cap guns.
Montana
It’s a felony for a wife to open her husband’s mail.
Nebraska
Bar owners may not sell beer unless they brew a kettle of soup simultaneously.
Nevada
It’s illegal for men with mustaches to kiss women.
New Hampshire
It’s forbidden to sell the clothes you’re wearing to pay off a gambling debt.
New Jersey
It’s against the law for a man to knit during the fishing season.
New Mexico
Females may not appear unshaven in public.
New York
While riding in an elevator, you must talk to no one, fold your hands, and look toward the door.
North Carolina
It’s against the law to sing off-key.
North Dakota
It’s illegal to lie down and fall asleep with your shoes on.
Ohio
You must honk the horn whenever you pass another car, according to the state’s driver’s education manual.
Oklahoma
It’s forbidden to take a bite out of another person’s hamburger.
Oregon
State law requires dishes to be drip-dried.
Pennsylvania
It’s illegal to sleep on top of a refrigerator outdoors.
Rhode Island
You may not bite off another person’s leg.
South Carolina
If a man promises to marry an unmarried woman, he is required by law to keep his promise.
South Dakota
It is illegal to lie down and fall asleep in a cheese factory.
Tennessee
Selling hollow logs is strictly forbidden.
Texas
You may not shoot a buffalo from the second story of a hotel.
Utah
It is illegal not to drink milk.
Vermont
Women must obtain written permission from their husbands to wear false teeth.
Virginia
Tickling a woman is unlawful.
Washington
It’s illegal to pretend that one’s parents are wealthy.
West Virginia
If you make fun of someone who does not accept a challenge, you risk a six-month prison sentence.
Wisconsin
Unless a customer specifically requests it, margarine may not be substituted for butter in a restaurant.
Wyoming
Unless you have an official permit, you may not take a picture of a rabbit from January to April.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Obama promoting charter schools in 'race to the top'. troop surge in Afghanistan, increased offshore oil drilling. Pete Townshend had it right when he said "new boss same as the old boss"
13 questions to ask and answer before you loan anyone money
How much is the loan?
What is the repayment plan and time period?
What is the interest rate?
Why can't the person get a loan from a credit card or commercial institution?
Are there any late payment penalties?
is there any collateral?
does the person have a problem with drugs or alcohol or gambling?
What will be different in the future to enable them to repay this loan?
Do they owe money to or are borrowing money from anyone else?
If you do not make the loan what will that do to your relationship with the person?
What sacrifice is the person willing to make to ensure the loan gets repaid?
Where does repaying you fall in their list of priorities?
What is the loan for?
Note that the last question is “what is the loan for?” It is debatable whether this question is should be included at all. What the loan is for is only of passing importance on making this loan. Make no mistake loaning money to a friend is a lousy investment strategy. It is not a business decision. It is an emotional decision.
Also posted at GetToKnowU
What is the repayment plan and time period?
What is the interest rate?
Why can't the person get a loan from a credit card or commercial institution?
Are there any late payment penalties?
is there any collateral?
does the person have a problem with drugs or alcohol or gambling?
What will be different in the future to enable them to repay this loan?
Do they owe money to or are borrowing money from anyone else?
If you do not make the loan what will that do to your relationship with the person?
What sacrifice is the person willing to make to ensure the loan gets repaid?
Where does repaying you fall in their list of priorities?
What is the loan for?
Note that the last question is “what is the loan for?” It is debatable whether this question is should be included at all. What the loan is for is only of passing importance on making this loan. Make no mistake loaning money to a friend is a lousy investment strategy. It is not a business decision. It is an emotional decision.
Also posted at GetToKnowU
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Is it Child Abuse
There is a fine line between playing and child abuse. I do not know which this one is but as a kid this would give me nightmares.
What is the greatest movie of all time?
Rebus Puzzles Courtesy of PuzzleSoup
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