So I overheard this annoying conversation on a bus today. Guy was talking all about politics, realty, economics, etc. with an air that he knew much more than he really did. One sentence that stood out: "I asked someone on the internet who told me...."

OK, that is even more lame than "I read it on the internet," right? I mean, that's totally ninesville, baby.

OK, that is even more lame than "I read it on the internet," right?

I dunno. Did you just ask someone on the internet?

Well at least I asked more than one person, for statistical validity.

eta: Plus I think lurkers factor in somehow.

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The former airline designed these fabulous stewardess uniforms in the sixties. The four layers were intended for versatility: according to www.davidszondy.com, the first layer (with space helmet) was for inclimate weather, the second for greeting passangers, the third for serving meals and drinks, and the fourth for seeing passengers off.

A link Wallybee sent me - watermelon sculptures. (Not necessary to understand any of the writing.) [link]

bt - those are amazing. In my world watermelon is not edible, so I think ALL watermelons should be made into such beautiful sculptures.

Well, happy New Year to me. And to erika! And who else, Denver? Not too many of us in this time zone.

But I hope it's a good one for my beloved Buffistas.

It's New Year's in Utah!

Liese - you could wish Happy New Year to my cat in Colorado (and Nicole and Stephanie, of course).

I'm really looking forward to a boring year.

That's right, Utah too! Happy New Year, Connie! And Nicole and Stephanie (right, Stephanie!) and Suzi's cat!