Monthly Archives: February 2008

Little Taken Out by Li’l Hopper

Posted on February 25, 2008 by Jim

Our favorite character on The Wire, Omar (Little), was killed in last night’s episode.  One of the youngest corner boys in Michael’s corner crew walked up to him in a convenience shop and shot him in the back of the … Continue reading →

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NY Times Election Coverage Rocks

Posted on February 5, 2008 by Jim

I am so glad that the New York Times opened up its site to non-subscribers.  I go there much more often.  They have a rockin’ interactive design team.  Their election maps and all of the interactive coverage are just gorgeous, … Continue reading →

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Jakob Nielsen: More Money Means Smarter?

Posted on February 5, 2008 by Jim

It’s been a while since I’ve written anything about Jakob Nielsen. I read his AlertBox columns whenever they come out, and early in my career, his books, panel discussions, and articles were important to me. Now, his ideas are ingrained … Continue reading →

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Beer Notes: Ephemere by Unibroue

Posted on February 2, 2008 by Jim

Speaking of spicy, here comes Unibroue’s Ephemere. Brewed with Apple Juice, Coriander, and Curacau, it’s a sweet Belgian-style with a lot of apple and spice. Definitely a holiday brew. One bottle is enough, but it’s good. Tastes a bit like … Continue reading →

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Beer Notes: Imperial Hefeweizen Ale by Pyramid Breweries

Posted on February 2, 2008 by Jim

Okay, so back to my beer stash. Tonight includes Pyramid’s Imperial Hefeweizen. Big bottle, big flavor. All the nice aspects of a Hefeweizen, cloudy, a bit fruity, good with a bit of lemon. The “Imperial” adds a spicy-ness that you … Continue reading →

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