"Murphy was an optimist!"
Pee and Poo are now available internationally June 15, 2006 8:23 am
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of InterestA Christmas or two ago I wanted to buy some Kiss & Bajs (that’s Swedish for Pee & Poo) as a gift for someone but they didn’t ship overseas. I even looked into having a friend from Europe buy some and send it to me. This crappy market seems to be growing and as consumers we are gaining choices in how to gift someone with excrement. I have yet to find a website that offers to deliver a flaming paper to someone’s doorstep.
add a commentToday’s Deer in the Headlights (yes, there’s a pun there) June 11, 2006 10:42 pm
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of InterestThis is mesmerizing yet somehow very disturbing. I can’t tell if she’s singing non-sense or if that’s something European or Asian. This deserves a look simply from a technical appreciation for the quality of the animation. Playing Zork and Leisure Suit Larry so many years ago one could have never imagined such imagery would ever exist. The animation is, um, so smooth! This girl needs a bra (nws first referenced here). With all that said here is a link to something that is best with sound and is possibly work questionable. Oh, and I promise you are going to have two reactions: 1) You are going to stare mouth agape wondering why you continue to stare and not click away, and 2) you are going to say, "those things really bounce!" I was most impressed with the realism of the thighs and hips.
Update: I keep returning to this thing because the scallion is bugging me! (yes, it’s the scallion!) What does it mean?! Why take such a good animation and ruin it with such a horrid sprite? Something needs to be done about the clothing error on the lower left left too. At one point in the animation of the cloth goes into her leg.
On a side note, can anyone identify the music? I want a copy!
add a commentMessing with your eyes June 8, 2006 10:52 am
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of InterestTake a look at this picture. Stare at the dot for 30 seconds then put your mouse over the picture. Is the picture in color or black and white?
add a commentThe monkey on my back June 8, 2006 8:13 am
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of InterestIf I worked in an office, I think I’d have to wear this Yoda backpack. Thanks to Single Dads for the link!
I can see an office dialog going like this: "Him? You aren’t really seeing him. He’s a figment of my imagination."
add a commentMiniature battles June 6, 2006 12:39 pm
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of Interest
I’ve dreamed of doing stuff like this for years.
We built and sail 1/144 scale Radio-Controlled Model Warships from WWI and WWII which are armed with Co2 powered cannon and armoured in thin balsa. These vessels engage each other in combat on ponds across Australia, endeavoring to punch holes in each others hull with their cannon until one of the vessels sinks or flees. Yes, the cannon really do fire, the vessels really do take damage and sink, and yes, it is legal in all states and territories of Australia without a gun license.
Link courtesy of Make.
add a commentAttention Flash Animators June 6, 2006 8:50 am
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of InterestLike Flash? Careful what you draw.
Thanks to Single Dads for the link.
add a commentCrappiest Site on the Internet May 31, 2006 11:21 am
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Humor, Of InterestGone are the days of lighting paper bags on doorsteps. Now you can give a crap over the Internet.
For whatever occasion, make that someone special feel exactly that…special! Yes, flowers and candy are nice but perhaps you are looking for something a bit more personal? Something that says you care and lets your friends or loved ones know that you truly do give a crap!
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Box & Poop size & and color may vary.
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The Crap o’ Gram is a novelty, non-toxic, rubber fake piece of poo.
Personally, this one doesn’t tickle me much but I bet most people will get a kick out of giving a crap. [Source]
You can also buy plush Pee & Poo (Swedish: Kiss & Bajs).
1 comment so farWoot has a great deal this morning! May 31, 2006 4:33 am
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of InterestI’m early birding today. It’s 4:30 and I’m productive.
Woot is a site that offers 1 product per day in limited quantities but at a superb price. When they are gone, they’re gone. Today’s product is a new (not refurbished) Roomba Sage with convenience pack (the same we have) for only $150. If you’ve wanted a Roomba, now’s the time to get one!
add a commentKid toys..adult toys May 30, 2006 12:29 pm
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of InterestSo, what do you do with all those legos once the kids grow up?
add a commentOptical Illusions May 23, 2006 10:54 am
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of InterestToday’s motion sickness brought to you by http://jalexp.com/.
add a commentBe a certified Jedi Knight May 22, 2006 11:04 am
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of InterestI’m a ULC minister and have been for many years. That means I can conduct marriages in TN. Now, the Universal Life Church Monastery offers a Jedi Knight Certificate!
To Become a Jedi requires a profound commitment and astute mind. The life of a Jedi is one of personal sacrifice. To train they live a life of simplicity and adhere to the Jedi Code which forbids material possession and emotional attachments. … This certificate brings you all the rights, privileges, and benefits the Rank of Jedi receives. This certificate bestows upon you the Rank of JEDI KNIGHT!
May the Force Be With You!
Thanks to Boyzoid for the link!
add a commentLookout Flickr! May 17, 2006 10:46 am
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of Interest, Software, TechnologyRiya brings an interesting angle to photosharing and album management. Riya uses facial recognition to automatically name the people in your photos. Now when you take 500 pictures on a family vacation you can upload the photos and search for all photos containing a particular person. Very nice! Riya is currently in an unstable beta. Flickr should buy them.
1 comment so farDavid Baldinger is blogging again May 15, 2006 12:44 pm
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Aspergers, Cool Sites, Of InterestA while back David Baldinger returned to the blog scene. David is a talented artist cartooning for People’s Weekly World newspaper. He has some very interesting writings also!
add a commentSkype is Free! May 15, 2006 12:26 pm
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Gadgets, Of Interest, Technology, voipFree phone calls for US to US and Canada to Canada! Skype is doing an awareness program and giving away free calls from computer to landline to increase market penetration until the end of the year. Skype me! Learn more about Skype.
add a commentNorelco Makes a Ballsy Ad May 11, 2006 2:47 pm
Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Humor, Of InterestAlright Philips! Make sure you click "Where to shave" for some extra footage. Oh man! You must go through the questions at "The Basics" too. And be sure to do interesting things like not move the mouse for a while. Bah! Just go through every menu. Be sure to check out the manager’s name tag.
One question, why does the shaveeverywhere guy’s legs look like shag carpet?
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