Happy Canadian Thanksgiving!

17 years ago

Today is the second Monday in October, which means that it's Thanksgiving in Canada. I'd like to wish my fellow…

Authentic Guinness Home Pub: Yours for as Little as $250,000

17 years ago

Here's a home reno I'd love to have: for a base price of US$250,000, RiRa Pubs will build a fully-functional…

Terminated, Part 8: The Layoff Weight Loss Plan

17 years ago

Since getting laid off, I've been getting a little less exercise. My bike commute to work, a 14-kilometre (8.7 mile)…

My “Technical Evangelist” Resume

17 years ago

In the hope of triggering some "it always rains just after you wash your car" mojo, I thought I'd post…

Terminated, Part 7: Laid-Off Gallows Humour

17 years ago

Welcome to the Club "Hey, dude!" said my pal on the phone yesterday. "I'm one of you!" That was his…

“Take on Me”, Literally

18 years ago

I love this: it's the video for A-ha's 1985 hit single, Take on Me, but with lyrics that match what…

“Colossal University’s” Subway Ads

18 years ago

While riding the subway yesterday, I saw this ad for "Colossal University": The text of the ad reads: "STUDENT NUMBER…

Terminated, Part 6: Laid Off Still Life

18 years ago

Here are two "still life" shots I just pulled off my camera. The first was taken two Thursdays ago. It's…

Scoble’s Resume Tips

18 years ago

If you're in my situation -- that is, looking for work -- make sure that you read Robert Scoble's article…