I have no reason for this but I really want a typewriter. It probably won’t happen, but I can wish. A typewriter just seems like a great way to write distractionlessly. As opposed to my computer, there are no IM chats or twitter feeds pinging you while typing away. Alas, typewriters do have there own problems, having to buy ribbons and clearing jams. Maybe if I had more money…
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"The protection in FOIA against disclosure of law enforcement information on the ground that it would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy does not extend to corporations. We trust that AT&T will not take it personally."Chief Justice John Roberts
This is a great article on Slate, and is home to some quite hilarious comments. It is great to see that among the legalese of the Judicial system there is still room for humor.
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Do different things or do things differently.
You only stand out if you live by these words.
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Did you know the German word for poison is “Gift”?
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I love my new Kindle. It came into this world as a book-less blank slate on December 25, 2010. Every since then, my life has changed. My Kindle is thin, sleek, simple, and dare I say sexy. Over the past couple of weeks I have read Stephen King’s “Long Walk”, Karl Marlantes’ “Matterhorn”, and A.J. Jacobs’ “Living Biblically” (plus some others, but that’s besides the point). The Kindle is the ultimate gadget for someone who has over two bookshelves overflowing with books (myself).
The Advantages:
There are many reasons why the Kindle beats regular books. First, I do not have to buy another bookshelf. I have already saved myself a couple hundred dollars there. Second, I don’t have to keep five books on my nightstand all of the time. Seriously, I have five books lying there right now. Books, I wouldn’t have to see if I had all of them on Kindle. Also, I save money by buying ebooks. Ebooks generally are two or three dollars less than their paperback counterparts, and don’t even get me started on their price compared to hardcover books. Secondly, I don’t have to waste my time and energy trekking out to Borders every other weekend. I am receiving books in less than sixty seconds!
The Disadvantages:
One disadvantage is that now that Amazon has my credit card I am more likely to spend money. Also, not all books are available. There are always going to be more books available as books and not as Kindle ebook (for a long time anyways). Secondly, there is no feeling of accomplishment. It is harder to visualize how close the end is. And lastly, there no feeling of the paper crinkling beneath your fingers.
I guess that’s it. The kindle is amazing for people who travel a lot, and don’t have the space for hundreds of books in their home. But it’s not for the weak of heart, and those who enjoy books.
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