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South Park's "The Ring" (Original Air Date: 03.11.09)

South Park's season premiere was pretty rad, ripping on Disney and the Jonas Brothers. One personal thing that stood out to me was a small jab at them lamely using the phrase, "That's how we roll." All I could think of is how it only makes a certain unidentified wannabe--a kid who NICKNAMED HIMSELF after a chick (less focus on nicknaming oneself after a chick and more focus on NICKNAMING YOURSELF; mega-lame!)--seem that much more lame than he already is. Posers never win.

Added Link: ODI

I added a link to Verizon Wireless’ Open Development Initiative (ODI) to my blog's |Causes| section after reading up on it today. ODI is a Verizon program "designed to encourage the development community to create new products, applications and services" beyond what already exists. The site provides information, events and presentations for your viewing pleasure and I found it worth sharing.

Special interests vs. clean cars

If you write a note today, you can help reduce the 20% of our nation's carbon emissions that come from cars, and set automakers on the path to cleaner automobiles.

Please support California's waiver request to set stronger pollution control standards for cars.

Those opposed to progress on auto emissions are speaking out to protect the status quo and to win this victory for clean energy, we need to speak even louder than these entrenched special interests.

The EPA needs to hear from us!

The state of California is ready to take action to reduce global warming pollution from cars, and 13 other states are ready too.

The opposition has their sights set on slowing this progress -- arguing that statewide actions won't work and claiming that automakers don't need any encouragement to make cleaner cars.

We can't let the special interests block this much-needed action.

Your voice will make a difference so let it be heard!

California must be allowed to reduce emissions critical to helping solve the climate crisis and when they do, it will pave the way for reductions in auto emissions all over this country and guide the auto industry onto the road of clean energy.

Please tell the EPA today that you support this action to Repower America.

Thanks! (http://www.RepowerAmerica.org/epawaiver)

Spring Ahead?!

For those of you confused about why it seems later than it is, that's because you have not adjusted to daylight savings time yet! Be certain to change your clocks forward an hour.

Boston's Freedom Trail

Anyone up for a walk? link

It's Been a While....

I have not posted in a while so thought that I would share a link for those Americans (or at least Massachusetts residents) who still need to file their taxes. If you meet one of the following:

• Qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), or
• Earned $30,000 or less Adjusted Gross Income (AGI), or
• Served Active Duty Military (including Reservists and National Guard) with a military W2 and AGI of $56,000 or less.

You can prepare and e-file both your federal and state returns online for free. I have used TurboTax over the past few years now and I trust it and think that it is a good program with which to file your taxes. To use the free "Freedom Edition", click here.

Scientists Probe Dangers of Flame Retardant

"Whether you are sitting in your living room, your office or even a café with wifi, chances are you are surrounded by a potentially dangerous chemical. It was designed to save lives, but many scientists are concerned that a commonly used flame retardant could be putting us all at risk..." [continue reading]

Good riddance, 2008

In a year where I lost my job, failed at getting a new one, saw the US economy bend over backwards and realize what the people around me are really about, I am glad to see 2008 go and while 2009 does not have much positive outlook (for me at least), I hope that 2009 stops the "this year is worse than last" trend.

Happy New Year.

Testees

A lovely little comedy about two guys employed to test drugs...

Merry Christmas

While 2008 was rather dismal, in this holiday season, I hope that you have something about which to be merry.

Cheers.

Tell Obama to Start With a Clean Slate

Hey There--

I just took action to let President-elect Obama know the four major things that he can do to jump-start clean energy issues as soon as he takes office. Check it out here.

Thanks!

Interested in a Boston film tour?

At Boston Movie Tours, we can check out various filming locations in the city. "Did you know that Boston is the home of nearly 400 movies and TV shows? With its unique charm and history, Boston has long been a movie-making haven for Hollywood producers."