Archive for July 27th, 2004
Allah or Emacs, Lesson in Tolerance
Posted by A R Baboon in Computer Science, Life is Complex + sqrt(-1), Poly-Sigh on July 27, 2004
There are many people in this world of ours, some of whom are fed more crap by their news/social media than others. Be thankful for the simple truths in your life for they may be all you have. Just look at this thread.
(From (about Statements “Middle East”) “Strange Place”)
Posted by A R Baboon in Computer Science, Poly-Sigh on July 27, 2004
I am not a very big fan of Lisp. I believe that this really useful tool called the milti-stage compiler was invented that obsoleted Lisp. All that aside, while looking for a non-proprietary solution to the latest boondoggle of my coworkers, I found the following FAQ entry on orientation to Israel:
Why is CLISP using menorah as the logo?
BTW I have programmed plenty in Lisp, so don’t think I am knocking it without having a full understanding of the topic.
My latest additions
White Stripes
Elephant *****
Very Cool pic.
Lots-o-fun to drive to. Guitar & drums both kick. You can definitely hear the quality of the singing & instrumentals has progressed from the White Blood Cells album.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs
Fever To Tell *****
Very cool pic.
Fun, loud, sexual with friggin\’ awesome drums. It\’s like 80′s music, except a bit more explicit 
which I like.
White Stripes
White Blood Cells ***
I’m torn.
I love “Fell In Love With A Girl” & “Death Letter,” but the CD is otherwise ok. I like the live versions recorded at Maida Vale in 2001 better. The songs on the CD rock on the live version.
Franz Ferdinand
Franz Ferdinand ****
Cool Pic.
I definitely have some fav’s on this album as well. Another 80′s flash back album with a retro 007 flare. My only prob is that it gets repetitive. We likes the 80′s flash backs.
The Darkness
Permission to Land ****
Cool Pic.
Awesome instrumentals. A great “pick-me-up” album. Generally fun, but be prepared for some funny looks if you’re blasting it with the car windows down. 80′s glam rock.
Jet
Get Born *****
Very cool pic.
Like the vocals, instrumentals …. just a cool album in general. A good variety of songs. Gotta love the Aussies.
Bourne Supremacy
Posted by A R Baboon in Movies on July 27, 2004
Usually I’m a bit weary when I hear the word “sequel.” But this summer’s sequels have challenged this assumption. The sequels I am speaking of are Spiderman 2 and the movie I recently had the pleasure of viewing, Bourne Supremacy.
I like this one better than the first (2002 version). If you like action movies, my bet is that you’ll like Bourne Supremacy. I give it **** -
I have not yet seen Spiderman 2, but I may make an exception to my rule, because I really want to see it.
Here’s the rule: I will not go to a movie theater that allows small children into rated R movies.
Commence rant:
I am tired of hearing crying babies at 10pm at night when I am trying to watch a movie in a public theater. Have these people heard of BABY SITTERS! It’s this revolutionary concept where someone watches your kid while you go to the movies, so that you don’t disturb the rest of the audience. Imagine that! What will the come up with next?
‘04 Election quotes
Posted by Heather in General, HaHa Funny on July 27, 2004
My favorite rebuttal to Bush’s claim that the Democratic party is weak on the issue of “terror.”
“Strength and wisdom are not opposing virtues.”
-Bill Clinton
My favorite Bush slogan:
“Save the environment, Plant a Bush back in Texas!”
-http://www.cafeshops.com/antibush04/311130