In response to the religious conversation on the Ferguson thread
For some reason, I couldn't post anything on the Ferguson thread.
I know that the Bible says some ridiculous things. Some versions are more ridiculous than others. If you could read it...
When Should I Change My Car’s Oil?
It's a very common question - but it's hard to get a straight answer.
I'll try to give you one.
It depends.
On your particular car.
And how you drive it.
First, let's consider the car you've got.
The older...
Taking Back The “L” Word
In the United States, liberalism took strong root because it had little opposition to its ideals, whereas in Europe liberalism was opposed by many reactionary interests. In a nation of farmers,...
Fitting Song Choices
As I was finishing my workout this morning I kept catching glimpses of the election results on the various distracting televisions in the gym.
The talking heads on the tee-vees were gaggling...
What Does Your Car’s Warranty Actually “Cover”?
Most new vehicles come with several warranties.
The one most people think of first is the new car "bumper to bumper" (or "basic") warranty. It covers just about everything except routine maintenance items...
Vaccines
Many employers require their employees to get the latest flu vaccine. If they don't comply, they are terminated.
I'm not in this situation yet. Plus, I still get sick even when I...
Vidcast: The Disappearing Passing Lane
Have you noticed? That formerly legal passing zones are systematically being painted over double-yellow? But it's not just that. Safe, efficient passing as such has been targeted for termination - whether...
Corporatism is the natural end-result of Capitalism. . . ?
From my observations and interactions, people who dislike the idea of free markets tend to call the U.S.'s current economic system a capitalist system. They cite our current "capitalist" society for...
Baby Steps For Kleptoholics Anonymous
I've always been a book thief. Growing up in daycare, me and this other kid would ride our bikes to the library all the time.
Libraries are socialist institutions where people read...
Roadrunner with Richmond 6 Speed Transmission
A good friend of my father's has a modified Roadrunner with a 440. For performance and improved gas mileage he has a Richmond six speed (ROD). He has had it for...