I don’t know the first thing about computer programming and will defer to my more technological colleague here, but is there anyone anywhere on the face of the earth who might happen by this doorstep and find what looks to be an antique set of IBM Basic manuals useful? I put stuff out on the sidewalk myself before throwing it out sometimes, but personally I would relegate manuals for outmoded computer languages (isn’t it called HSALM or something now??) in the same category as lightly used undergarments for sidewalk-giveaway classification purposes.
Shopping for kid birthday presents is easy if you just buy the same damn gift every time. And I don’t know why, but I get a wrinkle of pleasure in gifting Monopoly Jr. Firstly, I think this version is more fun than its adult counterpart. Case in point, when you land on a space you acquire, by default, the rights to erect a concession stand or ticket booth or some other such profit generator. I guess I also look forward to the stilted thank you notes I get along the lines of “my child and I very much enjoy your gift and the valuable lessons it teaches of property acquisition and exploitation…”
Video here at mlb.com of Magglio Ordonez getting felt up by the home plate ump. But Leyland steals the show - the swift arm chops and hip thrusts are straight out of the Rhythm Nation playbook.
Black Fortune 500 CEOs with a “babyface” appearance are more likely to lead companies with higher revenues and prestige than black CEOs who look more mature, an upcoming study says.
I have to call bullshit here.
Gary Coleman might be CEO in the joint, but not in the Fortune 500.
Teddy Ruxpin – CEO of a box of stuff at my parents’ house.
