Monthly Archives: February 2009

Lance Armstrong's time trial bike stolen

February 16, 2009 @ 2:13 am

Approximately 14 hours ago, Lance Armstrong made a tweet about how his one-of-a-kind time trial bike was stolen from his team’s truck. I just want to say that this could possibly be the world’s stupidest thief. Who steals a unique, … Continue reading →

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A beard for the long weekend

February 16, 2009 @ 1:28 am

It’s officially President’s Day already here in the US and I’m taking some time off to enjoy the extra-long weekend that I have. Until I get back to regular posting schedule, enjoy this picture of me with a full-on beard … Continue reading →

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Lincoln's distant relative is a New Jersey Nets dancer

February 14, 2009 @ 6:03 pm

New Jersey Nets dancer, Bonnie Lincoln, doesn’t just share a similar last name to a former US President — she’s actually a relative of Lincoln! The 23-year-old dancer apparently carries a piece of wood from Lincoln’s original log cabin around … Continue reading →

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The Sleeping Bear: the greatest sleeping bag ever made

February 14, 2009 @ 4:12 pm

Let me just say now that this is the greatest sleeping bag ever. Apparently, Eiko Ishizawa made it for an exhibition so it’s not actually on sale. I wish it were though because I’d go camping all the time if … Continue reading →

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My life in sneakers and shoes

February 14, 2009 @ 3:39 pm

I just photographed all of the pairs of sneakers that I own on my hardwood floor and the result is somewhat mesmerizing. I realize now that I have enough pairs of footwear to last more than half a month without … Continue reading →

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Oregon State University Archives on Flickr Commons

February 14, 2009 @ 10:50 am

Today marks Oregon’s 150th birthday and Flickr is celebrating by announcing that they’ve just added the Oregon State University Archives to Flickr Commons. As you might expect, the photos in this collection show the early days of Oregon’s beginnings. But … Continue reading →

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