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The Dead Weather – Die By The Drop (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

// April 29th, 2010 // No Comments » // Uncategorized

via youtube.com

Looking forward to this album! Drops May 10th-

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Waiting for iPad 3G? Don’t Wait There’s A Better Option!

// April 6th, 2010 // 2 Comments » // Technology

So I’ve been asked multiple times why I didn’t wait for the 3G version of the iPad. Simple answer. AT&T.

AT&T 3G coverage is horrible, spotty and unpredictable in many areas. Think the map on the Verizon commercial is joking? It’s not.

Many folks have wireless devices… I have a laptop, an iphone and now an iPad. I need a wireless option for all of them (not really the iphone, but for complete 3G coverage- I do!).

So let me give you a solution. A solution for all your wireless devices. These mobile broadband devices allow you to connect up to five devices and share the connection. Verizon and Sprint each have an option. The Verizon option has great coverage and speeds. The Sprint version has great coverage (for my area) but will be launching 4G in more locations throughout the year. Sprint’s 4G network was tested in Austin recently by Wired and the speeds lived up to the hype. Read Wired’s review here.

Here’s a link to the Verizon MiFi piece on Amazon: http://bit.ly/9Xco4p

Here’s a link to the Sprint Overdrive 3G/4G on Amazon: http://bit.ly/9MhS01

So when this thing is in my hands I can cancel my $30 AT&T Data plan and spend that money with either of these two but have 3G coverage for my laptop, iphone & iPad.

See, I told you I had a reason for not waiting. Truthfully I believe most people would go this route if they only knew.

Hope this helps those who are waiting on the 3G iPad… don’t waste the extra money for it! :-)

iPad : Worth It?

// April 5th, 2010 // No Comments » // Technology

As I sit here on my new iPad I’ve read tons of posts and questions wondering if the iPad is all they are making it out to be.

My simple answer is yes. I love it. This is my first post with the WordPress app and I’m amazed at the ability of this ‘magical’ toy. I’ve spent the first two days looking and downloading apps. My favorite so far? This one, the WordPress app. Maybe I’ll blog more now!

The ‘Pages’ app and it’s ability to create text documents both in Word and PDF format will be used a ton while traveling. The NPR app is pretty amazing as well, all my favorite music shows are right at my fingertips.

Oh! Definitely can’t forget the Netflix app. Yes, I can stream movies and TV show right from my iPad!!!

Needless to say I think Apple has done it again. They’ve created a game changer. While this may be a little slower to catch on I strongly believe the ‘need’ will grow. I know many doubt it, but hey… Get your hands on one of these and you’ll see what I

Is This The Week?

// March 9th, 2010 // No Comments » // life

Is this the week for what?  Well, that everything changes?

Could be.

Today I started eating healthy.  I even drank water.  I’ve let my weight and health get out of control the past year and it’s time to get that control back.  That started today.

Tonight is the first class in the 120 day workout program I’ve joined.  I’m nervous.  I don’t like to exercise, I don’t like to wear clothes that make noises when they rub together.  The attitude changes… now.  I love to workout. I love to workout. I love to workout.

This week a new brand for Inked Digital will be launched.  The unbelievable growth of Inked has been ridiculous and I had no idea of what to expect.  I wanted it to grow…it has.

Thursday I fly to Colorado for 4 days to experience the Wild At Heart bootcamp.  For those that know me (and if you don’t, see above about exercise) you know I’m not an “outdoorsman”.  We will be way up in the middle of no where in the Rocky mountains.  Of course I’m anxious but I’m also excited.  I have no clue what to expect and most will tell you that I didn’t even know where I was going until a few days ago.

So, yeah, this week could change a lot in my life.  One week for big changes… sounds fun, right?

State Of The Union and The Muppet Show

// January 28th, 2010 // No Comments » // Funny

What do you do when you get bored with the State of The Union Address? You whip out photoshop and have some fun. I did.

Haiti Relief Information

// January 14th, 2010 // No Comments » // life

You have two options.  Help or Don’t Help.  I’ve seen so many options to help the people of Haiti and many folks want to help but aren’t sure who the “best” is.  I’m not sure there is a best…  all are helping in different ways.  Here are some of the organizations that are helping.

  • Compassion Int’l : Compassion is a great group and trusted throughout the world.  A great option & they have offices in Haiti.  Also, have a Texting campaign: Text “Haiti” or Text “disaster” to 90999 to give $10 to Compassion International’s disaster relief fund.
  • American Red Cross : Having already sent over $1 Million in aid, they have options to where your money goes to help.
  • World Vision : Another trusted group that is on the ground and already working-  also offices in Haiti.
  • CARE : On the ground now as well…
  • UNICEF : Long standing group that supports and helps children
  • Yele Haiti : Founded by Wyclef Jean to bring awareness to Haiti
  • Conduit Mission : Church with a $25 challenge that is raising money fast on Twitter/Facebook and other social networks.

I realize there are many more-  If I’ve left one off please let me know and I’ll get it added asap.

Free Music Friday – End Of The Year Edition

// December 19th, 2009 // No Comments » // Totally Free Music!

First off, apologies that Free Music Friday disappeared for a a month or two.  Please notice the tab up top!  You’re one click access to all the free music posts from my blog…  easier to find now.

Wanted to share some cool new indie music that I’ve ran across lately.  Download.  Enjoy.  Support Indie Music.  Simple right?

First up is Amy Millan of Broken Social Scene fame… this is her second full length and rides the folk/alternative roads. Very cool voice and easy to enjoy.

Masters of the BurialAmy Millan
“Bruised Ghosts” (mp3)
from “Masters of the Burial”
(Arts & Crafts)

Buy at Rhapsody
Buy at Napster
Stream from Rhapsody
Buy at Amazon MP3
More On This Album

Just to stay in the same folk/alt genre I give you Sharon Lang. She has the shy girl voice that reminds of early Juliana Hatfield. Very innocent but with plenty of depth. Cool, simple track.

Lovers and ThievesSharon Lang
“Name In A Color” (mp3)
from “Lovers and Thieves”
(Per Capita Records)

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at Rhapsody
Buy at Napster
Stream from Rhapsody
Buy at Amazon MP3
More On This Album

From the first note played you know Late Night Condition is all about the punk-pop scene. Simple pop rock is all you need sometimes…

Give & TakeLate Night Condition
“Saviour” (mp3)
from “Give & Take”
(Deep Elm)

Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at Rhapsody
Buy at Napster
Stream from Rhapsody
Buy at Amazon MP3
More On This Album

The Kentucky Nightmare is a great little AAA/Alt Country band that I just like. Simple, right?

Take Her FavourKentucky Nightmare
“Caroline & I” (mp3)
from “Take Her Favour”
(Standard Recording Company)

Buy at Standard Recording Company Store
Buy at iTunes Music Store
Buy at Rhapsody
Buy at Napster
Stream from Rhapsody
Buy at Amazon MP3
More On This Album

Got some music I need to hear? Let me know!

Merry Christmas!

Indie Chocolate Pie – What?

// December 17th, 2009 // 3 Comments » // life

My blog is usually technology, indie music and small business stuff… and yes I know I’m ‘supposed’ to stay focused and have an identity so I decided to call this Indie Chocolate Pie.  :)

Well, this is part of my identity.  I like to cook and my grandmother was one of those southern grandma’s that could have ran circles around those folks on the food network.  Of course I’m biased she was my grandma and I call her nanny.

My nanny passed on a few years back and I miss her a lot and like many folks we miss those that have passed more during the holidays…  what I really miss is just hanging out and chatting with her.  I would give just about anything for her to be able to know my kids and see how awesome they are and for them to see how awesome she was.

Chocolate Pie Recipe

So now that I’ve gone all sentimental on you I’ll shift gears and give you an early Christmas present.  My nanny’s infamous chocolate pie.  It’s going to look easy to make but I promise you it’s not.  It may take a try or two to perfect but once you do you can come back here and thank me!

I’m shutting up now.  The recipe begins…  now.

Ingredients:

  • 2 & 1/2 cups of sugar
  • 6 tbs of flour
  • 9 tbs of cocoa
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 can of sweet milk
  • 1 tbs vanilla
  • 1 stick of margarine
  • 2 cooked pie shells

Combine the first 5 ingredients and cook on the stove until it boils.  It’s important to stir the entire time until it boils.  Remove from stove once it boils.  The add vanilla and margarine.  Put back on stove on low heat and stir until creamy.  You do NOT want it thick, just creamy.  Once creamy, pour into two cooked pie shells and let stand in the fridge.

Seems simple, right?  For the most part it is, but getting the part between creamy and thick is tough…  too thick and you’ll have sticky fudge pie.

WordPress Snow Is Annoying

// December 17th, 2009 // No Comments » // Technology

Snow FlakeNot really. I love it. It’s one of my favorite plugins ever. It’s a freebie too… if you are using WordPress and want a great plugin for your site during this awesome time of year. You can download it here-

Let It Snow Plugin

Merry Christmas All!

Sports Illustrated the Tablet – Wow!

// December 3rd, 2009 // 2 Comments » // Technology

Pretty impressive stuff.

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