Category Archives: diversion

Stop it, already: Man, I can’t stand it when people like these blogblox jokers come up with really cool, free, open source stuff I can add to my weblog. I’m tired of folks like them messing up my evenings by … Continue reading →

Another cool tool: This new Technorati “favelet” (a new word for me — referring to a bookmarked/favorites link that launches, well, something. They can also be called “bookmarklets”) gives you a means to highlight text on any page and launch … Continue reading →

Pardon this post: I’m making it for a technical purpose. Sorry to those reading this via a newsreader.

When the baseball game is not going your way: Sometimes, you need to take a break from all that other stuff and read a thoughtful essay about diagramming sentences. (via Language Log)

Down elevator: Jeff Jarvis wants bloggers to elevate the pre-election discourse by discussing actual issues like healthcare and education. I plan to weigh in later with some healthcare comments, but this morning I only have time to spread goofy memes … Continue reading →

Looking for adventure: One of the readers of this weblog says this article is about her hometown. That explains things. rexblog bumper music: Born to be Wild (Steppenwolf)

Blog soundtrack: Now that I can link to specific titles on the rexblog affiliate iTunes store, I’ll be adding “rexblog bumper music” to some of my posts. I’ve also started an archive of the bumper music called “you heard it … Continue reading →

iTunes affiliate program update: While I don’t plan on using the rexblog to keep the world informed on the progress of the iTunes affiliate program, I would like to pass along some information to assist those who may be searching … Continue reading →

Olympics commercial note: Discovered this week, that with four sports-oriented teenagers doing non-stop commentary on fashion, performance and commercials, watching the Olympics is taken to a whole, new level. I am definitely in the minority, however, as I find the … Continue reading →