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Computer jargong
PICNIC: Problem In Chair Not In Computer. Shorthand of IT technical support staff to describe ‘confused’ users. WYSIWYG: What You See Is What You Get. WYGIWYD: What You Get Is What You Deserve.
The consultant
Once upon a time there was a shepherd looking after his sheep on the edge of a deserted road. Suddenly a brand new Jeep Cherokee screeches to a halt next to him. The driver, a young man dressed in a … Continue reading
Place The State
Place The State is an online game where you shall put the states in USA in their correct places.
The Buddhist Hotdog Vendor
A Buddhist approaches a hotdog vendor and says: “Make me one with everything.” He gives the vendor a $20 bill and waits. Finally he says: “Where’s my change?” Says the vendor: “All change must come from within.”
The husband store
A store that sells husbands has just opened where a woman may go to choose a husband from among many men. The store is composed of 6 floors, and the men increase in positive attributes as the shopper ascends the … Continue reading
Pavement drawings
Julian Beever shows some amazing pavement drawings. Take a closer look at his threedimensional drawings like this Coke bottle!
Juggling
The Internet Juggling Database (IJDb) is an online resource centre for juggling and other circus arts. I found it while searching for ways to learn to Juggle 3 Balls. Another site about juggling is Juggling is a Snap.
Sheldon
A man walks to 5th Ave. & 42nd St. in New York City during a terrible rain and somehow manages to get a taxi immediately – extremely lucky. He gets into the taxi, and the cabbie says: – “Perfect timing. … Continue reading
Animated Knots
Animated Knots by Grog is a fascinating site. There are several sections with knots for climbing, fishing, boating, household, decorative and more. The knots are shown with animated pictures. You can watch them fast, slow or step by step.
Paper plane
Origami is one concept for folding paper, paper planes are another. Wikipedia is a good starting point. They mention that it is also called aerogami, that sounds a lot fancier. Alex’s paper airplanes is a good place to find designs.