One of those days where I wake up at 4:15am. An hour later now and I feel tired but know I’m not going back to sleep. Here we go then. Bring it on, Monday.
The Lost Daughter, 2021 - ★★½
Sunday, February 25, 2024
Children really can be that annoying.
The Sad State of Fibre Internet in Australia
Saturday, February 24, 2024
A couple of days ago I got fibre to the home installed (finally). Australia’s broadband rollout is a decades-long case study in political fuckery. Previously I was on “Fibre to the Node” which used fibre to the end of the street, then copper from that street node to my home. Now I have fibre all the way to my home, which is great, but the plans offered are still depressing.
Proud of my Podcast Productions
Friday, February 23, 2024
Several years ago I became interested in creating podcasts. As an early adopter, I’d listened to them for years. I decided I finally wanted to try the creation side of the equation. I’m proud of what I’ve achieved since that decision. Yesterday, two podcasts of mine were released on the same day. They show two different aspects of my personality and interests. I am incredibly proud of these latest episodes, but also the incredible run of consistent podcast creation I have achieved over the past few years.
Zoolander, 2001 - ★★★★
Friday, February 23, 2024
I watch this film now and struggle to identify the cameos. Not all careers kick on, I suppose.
Bob Marley: One Love, 2024 - ★★★½
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
I was unaware of the Bob Marley story and this clued me in well. Actors of course were more attractive than the actual people.
Windfall, 2022 - ★★★
Sunday, February 18, 2024
A well-acted kooky thriller.
I’m binge watching S4 of For All Mankind. I didn’t have “labour dispute and unionisation on my bingo card of topics. Was this show written around the time of the Hollywood Writers’ Strike? 📺
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 →
A GP appointment time is more of a general indicator that they will see you sometime in the hour following that prescribed slot.
It’s great to see Jon Stewart back home on The Daily Show. Old Presidential candidates. What could go wrong?
Autism Parent Night: Making checklists to assist kids with morning, afternoon and evening routines, and pack lists. Made it all look pretty with OmniOutliner. ☑️
If the United States population somehow finds it in themselves to re-elect deadbeat, shyster, and Russian-compromised Trump, we are all fucked. Gift link to a relevant New York Times article.
Wonka, 2023 - ★★★
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
I wanted to like it more, but it was trying too hard.
After resisting all the Bluesky invitation codes; I’ve signed up with the masses.
Lean Can Be Applied Anywhere
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Deploying small, incremental improvements. Prototyping an improved workflow using lean, visual control and 5S principles. Observation will determine what improvements and changes to next make.
I need a side hustle that generates a reasonable amount of cash. Why are my skills so esoteric?!
I spent the money. This is a much more pleasant reading experience. 📚
Should I spend $16 to buy a Kindle version of the book I’m reading so I don’t have to deal with small print? The pink highlight shows the Kindle viewport. 📚
My Replacement Xbox Controller Dead on Arrival
Saturday, February 3, 2024
What’s the deal with garbage Xbox controller hardware? I had to return a controller because a button wasn’t responding. My replacement controller arrived. Straight out of the box, it reports LB as being permanently activated, and I can’t even navigate the menu system with it, as the D-sticks and buttons don’t respond correctly. So now I’m sending back the replacement of the replacement, but Amazon won’t issue another replacement. So I will have to buy another somewhere else, and hope that Amazon eventually give me my money back.
I’ve decided not to renew my Flickr Pro account. I’ve had it for years and years. I don’t use the service enough to justify the cost. Sorry for any link breakage that may occur!