Phoenix's Aerie

10 of the funniest misleading domain names

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 16:13:48 GMT

Everyone knows if you plan to operate a business today, you need a domain name. It is best to look at the domain name you want as other see it rather than just as you think it looks. Failing to do this may cause situations like the following (legitimate) companies who deal in humdrum, everyday products and services, yet clearly didn’t think through their domain names enough.

1. Take the site called ‘Who Represents‘ which finds the agent representing a celebrity. Their domain name… wait for it… is:
www.whorepresents.com

2. Experts Exchange is a knowledge base where programmers exchange advice and views at:
www.expertsexchange.com

3. Want to find a pen? Look no further than Pen Island at:
www.penisland.net

4. Need a therapist? Try Therapist Finder at:
www.therapistfinder.com

5. Of course, there’s the Italian Power Generator company…
www.powergenitalia.com

6. And now, we have the Mole Station Native Nursery, based in New South Wales:
www.molestationnursery.com

7. If you’re looking for computer software, there’s always:
www.ipanywhere.com

8. Welcome to the First Cumming Methodist Church. Their website is:
www.cummingfirst.com

9. Then, of course, there’s these brainless art designers, and their whacky website:
www.speedofart.com

10. Want to holiday in Lake Tahoe? Try their brochure website at:
www.gotahoe.com

Stained glass...

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 09:09:56 GMT

Here is an update with a lot of photos of what I have been doing in class. It's lots of fun so far and I love how it's tuning out :)

The Pattern I started from (below) Photostream of the work

Stained Glass and pimping myself :)

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 21:15:21 GMT

Last night I signed up for a stained glass course. It's only 5 weeks but they teach you a lot and you do 3 projects that increase in difficulty. I'm really looking forward to this it will be fun. I will try to post pictures :)

Also last chance to add some loving for Valentines Day (smile)

Get your own valentinr

Show me some lovin ;)

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 09:10:51 GMT

Get your own valentinr

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Mon, 21 Jan 2008 17:56:17 GMT

Just a reminder for everyone in fandom making hotel reservations...call the hotel DIRECTLY and ask for "IN HOUSE RESERVATIONS"...I hate national numbers :L

My Father...

Sat, 05 Jan 2008 19:19:45 GMT

It was a year ago today my Father passed away. I can't believe it has been one year. So much as happened and there hasn't been a single day I haven't thought about him. Why is it we don't realize what we have until it's too late. Sigh. I miss you Dad, thank you for all you did and all you taught me. You will always be with me. I hope you're proud of me.

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Tue, 01 Jan 2008 06:57:27 GMT

Happy New Year everyone! May the new year be all you wish and desire. :D HUGGS

Holiday Videos

Tue, 25 Dec 2007 10:39:30 GMT

These bring back memories. I hope they make you smile too.

and a silly one (smile)

Last Chance

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 06:27:27 GMT

This is your last chance to get a holiday card from me. If you would like one leave your name and address and one will be on it's way. (smile)

All comments are screened for privacy.

Best Christmas Carol Ever

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 22:22:46 GMT

Holiday Cards

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 21:00:10 GMT

For those of you wishing to receive a holiday card from me please reply to this post with your address and it shall happen (smile) All replies are screened so your info is safe. :)

Halloween 2007

Sat, 03 Nov 2007 09:13:25 GMT

Here are a few pictures of my house, some friends and me from Halloween.
Sadly the next morning I found that some vandals had slashed the uprights on the "house" and it was on the ground but it was fun that night (smile)

More pictures here

World Champion of Magic

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 06:46:55 GMT

...and rightfully so. Damn.

Edit: Making this as easy as possible (smile)

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 10:42:59 GMT

You can vote from your cell phone if you have web access and a java browser!!!

For those of you who dont' like to click on links you can vote for my friend Stitches here (see below)

Original post and details

If you want to watch the videos go to here. She is still about 50 votes back. We need to get her to win. To quote ann_totusek : "...is only being beat out by a few votes at the moment by a woman whose primary appealing characteristic seems to be that she's willing to get naked. Mind you, I have no objection to nudity per se, but I'd rather see a contest like this being won by talent and hard work."

Also remember you can vote from work computers too (smile). For extra bonus points, please repeat or link to this post in your own journals.

Edit: She is currently only 39 votes back. Vote from every computer/location you can!
Edit 2: 37 votes. Pass the word!!!
Edit 3: 35 votes. Keep it up!!!

VOTE
The only choice, Stitches!

See Results

Please do this for me

Sat, 11 Aug 2007 08:07:55 GMT

If you haven't already voted for my friend Kate in the Ladies of Horror contest please click the link below and read my original post and the go vote for her. She is only about 50 voted behind someone whose only talent is that she has posed nude. That is not something that should be the deciding factor in a contest to decide who will host the horror marathon. Please vote even if you're not from the Chicago area. Thanks!!!

Original Post

A big but easily done favour...

Mon, 06 Aug 2007 07:40:12 GMT

A friend of mine, Kate McLane, AKA Stitches is currently in a competition to be the hostess of the Chicago Horror Film Festival. I know Kate from Fright Fest when bigblued and I were running the Mausoleum of Terror. She always was great with horror and acting and always impressed the heck out of me with everything she did. Kate first created her character, Stitches, while at Fright Fest and has continued to develop her over the years. I would really appreciate it if you all could click on the link below and vote for Stitches. It doesn't matter if you are not from the Chicago area, a vote is a vote and she deserves to win this. Watch her video and see for yourself (smile) Thanks in advance.

Ladies of Horror

Wish list

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 05:51:59 GMT

As requested by several people because of my upcoming B-Day (July 30) here is a link to my Amazon wishlist.

Wishlist

Memories

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 01:18:44 GMT

onceupon posted this and brought back some great memories for me and I thought I would share this with you all. I sang this in grade school (smile)

Funny

Sat, 16 Jun 2007 08:32:24 GMT

NSFW

Americans are too uptight about sex and condoms. Here is a link to several funny condom ads

Condom Ads

Hallelujah Chorus

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 07:31:30 GMT

I've sung this before and I've seen it preformed before but never quite like this (smile)

Star Wars: Episode 4

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 20:59:15 GMT

A New Hope...in ASCII (smile)

If you want to watch Episode 4, just type this in your command prompt (found in the Accesories menu in XP): telnet towel.blinkenlights.nl

Hee!!!

Tue, 24 Apr 2007 07:06:58 GMT

Transformers...real life...sorta...but absolutely fantastic!

Something new

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 10:16:00 GMT

I picked up something new for myself that I've wanted for a long time...

A 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50 (smile)
For those of you that care the specs are at the bottom after the pics.

First some stock photos of the motorcycle

Now some pics of mine

Sorry, I'm looking a bit ragged after 8 hours at the dealership (lol)

Specs:
*Engine: 50 cubic inch, four-stroke, liquid cooled, 45 degree V-twin, SOHC, 8-valves, TSCC®
*Bore Stroke: 83.0 x 74.4mm
*Compression Ratio: 9.4:1
*Fuel System: Fuel Injection
*Lubrication: Wet Sump
*Ignition: Digital
*Starter: Electric
*Transmission: 5-speed
*Final Drive: Shaft Drive
*Overall Length: 2370mm (93.3 in.)
*Overall Width: 920mm (36.2 in.)
*Overall Height: 1125mm (44.5 in.)
*Seat Height: 700mm (27.6 in.) *Ground Clearance: 140mm (5.5 in.)
*Wheel Base: 1655mm (65.2 in.)
*Dry Weight: 247kg (544 lbs.)
*Suspension Front: Inverted, telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
*Suspension Rear: Link-type, oil damped, 7-way adjustable spring preload
*Brakes Front: Single hydraulic disc
*Brakes Rear: Single drum
*Tires Front: 130/90-16
*Tires Rear: 170/80-15
*Fuel Tank Capacity: 15.5 liter (4.1 gal.)
*Color: Black

Chassis Features:
*Soft-tail-style frame creates a continuous flowing line from the headlight, through the fuel tank, seat and rear fender
*Sharp-edged-styled front fender adds to the clean look of the front end, while the bob-tail rear fender adds to the flowing lines at the rear
*Long, wide 4.1 gallon fuel tank flows smoothly back to the seat -attractive raised fuel filler includes indicator lights for turn signals, high beam and low fuel
*Handlebar-mounted speedometer styled for a clean appearance and positioned for good visibility
*Wide, comfortable seat with low seat height - passenger seat can be removed for a bobbed rear fender appearance
*Low-rise handlebars mounted on pull-back risers provide a comfortable reach for the rider and increased comfort around town or on the highway
*Inverted, 41mm front fork for a performance look and comfortable ride - the only model in the class with an inverted fork
*Link-type rear suspension connects to a truss-style swingarm and a single shock absorber with 7-way spring preload adjustment
*Large LED-type taillight with a clear lens provides a modern custom look
*Powerful multi-reflector headlight housed in an attractive case with stylish headlight rim - headlight switches off during startup to reduce load on battery
*Bright bullet-style turn signals designed for high visibility and attractive appearance
*Standard 4-way emergency flasher and high-beam passing switch
*Black cast aluminum rims carry a wide 130/90-16 front tire and 170/80-15 rear tire
*Single front disc brake with large 300mm rotor and 180mm rear drum brake for strong braking performance

Engine Features:
*Fuel-injected, 50 cubic inch, eight-valve, liquid-cooled, 45 degree V-twin engine tuned for exceptional low rpm power and torque
*GSX-R-derived electronic fuel injection system features the Suzuki Dual Throttle ValveTM System (SDTV) - maintains optimum air velocity in the intake tract for smooth low-to-mid rpm throttle response and high torque output - includes Auto Fast Idle System (AFIS)
*32-bit ECM provides precise control of ignition timing and multi-hole-type injectors ensuring quick startup and excellent drivability under all conditions
*Fuel injection system receives input from gear position sensor, water temp. sensor, air temp. sensor and intake port sensors for efficient power delivery and better fuel economy
*Crankshaft designed with 45° offset crank pins to reduce engine vibration without a counterbalancer for a more comfortable ride
*Five-speed transmission features a high fifth gear ratio for relaxed highway cruising
*Low-maintenance shaft final-drive system is clean-running with low torque reaction
*Custom-styled exhaust designed for a deep rumbling sound and tuned low rpm power
*Pulsed-secondary air-injection system introduces air into the exhaust ports to ignite unburned hydrocarbons and reduce emissions - CA. spec. model is equipped with a catalyst for further emission reduction

Best Damn Mailboxes Ever

Tue, 13 Mar 2007 17:39:36 GMT

Just goes to show you not everyone in the government is no fun. (smile)

Mailboxes

Rachmaninov had big hands

Tue, 13 Mar 2007 17:03:04 GMT

One of the funniest videos I've seen ROFL
Stolen shamlessly from thirdworld