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Dropbox Invitations

Dropbox

Update 8/11/08: I still have Dropbox invitations available.  Follow the instructions below.

Alright you Googling geeks, I’ve got 10 invites to use Dropbox, currently in invite only Beta.  The first 10 to leave a comment (just include your Email address in the details, you don’t have to put it in the actual comment) will get an invitation to sign up to the beta.

So far the service is great.  I’d need a lot more than 2GB for backup use, but I think this is probably more geared at people using multiple computers who are needing to sync, more so than a backup service.  I have my Amazon S3 account for that.

Anyway, enjoy!

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Entertainment Humor Music Random Videos

Can’t We All Just Get Along?

Maybe if we dance.

I recommend viewing the full screen HD version at:
http://www.vimeo.com/1211060

The beautiful song playing in the video can be downloaded at:
http://www.amazon.com/Praan/dp/B001B8LO64

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News Politics Videos

Dick Cheney Was Right!

I don’t actually have any words for this other than my title.  The video says it all.

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Entertainment Humor Random Videos

Johnny Carson Memory

Just thought I’d share this with you guys, it’s random and funny.  I remember watching Johnny Carson as a child, wish someone like him was around now.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiaHZW4GAyM[/youtube]

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News Politics Random

Oops, That’s Not Funny

Fantastic work by the people over at Married To The Sea.

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My News Random Technology Things I Love Videos

Nokia N95-3

So I have a new phone, a Nokia N95-3.  It’s absolutely amazing.

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One service I’ve been loving is Qik.com.  Live, interactive streaming video from my phone to the net.  People can write in questions or comments which then immediately show up on my phone.

You can view my random videos at http://www.qik.com/beaupedia.

 
In less happy technological news, my beautiful 22″ LCD monitor burned up last week, hence the lack of blog updates.  I am currently working on a 15″ widescreen Acer I bought tonight at Wal-Mart, it’s so tiny!
 
On a related note, is it terribly unethical to “rent” monitors and then return them once your real monitor is repaired, even if you despise the company?  I’m tempted to do this, especially considering how snotty the Manager was with me when I asked her if I’d have any problems if the monitor was damaged, considering one corner of the box was crushed pretty badly. 
 
They had offered me a 2 year service plan on my monitor which I declined, when did Wal-Mart start offering those anyway?  I haven’t shopped there in a couple years.  When I asked about the crushed corner of the box for some sort of reassurance that they’d take it back if it was damaged, she said “Well, that’s why those service plans are a good idea.” in a very condescending tone.
 
As though I need a service plan to take care of damage that happened before I purchased the product.  Either way it wasn’t damaged and I have 15 days(or 30…or 45…she wasn’t sure, have I mentioned I hate Wal-Mart?) to return it.
 
I think I’ll be alright.  My monitor may still be under warranty, if not, I believe they can have it sent off for repair.  We shall see.
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Entertainment Random

The Up Series

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For the last day or so I’ve been watching a fascinating documentary series called the Up Series. It started in 1964 when fourteen children were interviewed at the age of seven. Every seven years since 1964 the participants are interviewed and a new installment of the documentary is released. It’s fascinating to watch as they grow older by seven years, have careers(or not), families, etc.

I just finished 28 Up and it was bittersweet. It definitely has me evaluating my own life. I need to get moving with my goals! Seeing the wasted potential by some of the participants(at least at age 28) definitely shook me a bit.

I highly recommend watching the series. All installments(49 Up was the most recent) are available through Netflix, and all but one of them are available to view online.

I cannot imagine having to wait seven years to continue the story; I’m already getting apprehensive about finishing the series as it is now. Agh! 56 Up will not be available until 2011 or 2012! Watching them all in quick succession has allowed me to remember all of the details from 7 years old to 28 years old. It’s really very moving, but in some bizarre way I almost feel guilty for peeking in on these ordinary people’s lives.

All in all, it’s a fascinating project and experiment and I highly recommend it. Five stars.

PS  If you’re on Netflix, let me know.  I would love to take more advantage of the Social aspects of it.

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News Politics

Straight Talk? What A Joke.

Am I the only one stunned by how little coverage the John McCain-lobbyists on the payroll story is getting?  Come on people!  This guy has been blabbing for years about how he will get rid of lobbyists influence in Washington and then has to spend a couple weeks firing a ton of staffers who work for lobbying firms that represent evil dictatorships, oil companies, etc. etc. etc.  The list is extensive and very disturbing.  Charles Black, David Crane, Mike Dennehy.  Oh, how I love Google…and the truth.

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Civil Rights LGBTQ Issues News Politics Videos

Thank You California; Larry, You’re Missed

While we are celebrating the recent decision of the California Supreme Court I wanted to post this tribute video to Lawrence Fobes “Larry” King.  The voice speaking is Ellen DeGeneres.  She made the comments on her talk show.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNep7NKwel8[/youtube]
I also encourage you to watch the video from Ellen’s show that day.
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News Politics Videos

Yes We Can

We have to do this. Have I fabricated this sense of urgency?  I don’t believe I have.  I come from a very patriotic family.  My family has voted Republican endlessly.  I’ve only had the opportunity and privilege to vote in one Presidential election and I squandered it and voted for George W. Bush.  Do I think he’s an evil liar?  No.  I do however believe that he has failed us in healthcare, in the world’s view of us, in sending so many young lives to fight a war that is illegal and unconstitutional.

We must do this.  If you’re not sure, educate yourself.  If you don’t understand, find out.  This is not the time to stand idly by.

If you don’t know what is at stake then please read my previous post Murat Kurnaz – I Am So Sorry for a taste of what we’re in for if McCain wins this thing.

Watch the documentary Sicko.  Feel free to watch any rebuttal you need to to feel comfortable, but watch it.  People living longer than others in this country because they have money is disgusting.  People are dying from treatable diabetes, etc.  It’s unacceptable for a nation that has so many resources.  It has to stop.