Monthly Archives: April 2015

Red Army: Worth Seeing*

Posted on April 5, 2015 by Steve

* – A quick warning since this rating is automatic for hockey fans. However, I think non-fans will be impressed about the story of the team that changed the game. It’s also a good “other-side” perspective to Miracle. Red Army is a compelling … Continue reading →

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Hoppy Easter from the Lego Maggis!

Posted on April 5, 2015 by Steve

  Lego Somara is getting ready to paint some oversized, weirdly shaped eggs while Lego Steve enjoys a $37 latte with what appears to be a chocolate-chip cookie or off-color pizza bagel.

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Sandstorm in Qatar this week

Posted on April 5, 2015 by Steve

Holy Crap! I didn’t think these natural occurrences happened so close to the sea/ocean. My sister-in-law Anje informed me of it via WhatsApp. I thought, they probably happen occasionally, they’re probably on par with smog or ozone alerts in Austin. Then … Continue reading →

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Eighties New Wave Singalong

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Steve

I’ve been to many Quotealong and Guest shows at Alamo Drafthouse, now I experienced my first Singalong because it focused on a genre I will always love, New Wave. Technically, I follow Rhino’s definition of what’s New Wave music; stuff released … Continue reading →

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RIP: Gary Dahl, inventor of the Pet Rock

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Steve

Not an April Fool’s joke! Hence, why I’m posting it today and according to the New York Times, Gary passed away over a week ago. I could’ve sworn seeing Pet Rocks later than 1975 but regardless, I was under 10 in those … Continue reading →

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2005: We almost moved to Phoenix

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Steve

What?!?! Yes, we were in the process of scouting out the city ten years ago and around my sixth anniversary as an Apple employee, we flew there to scout prospects for both of us. Why? Somara and I figured there … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Miette!

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Steve

My little weasel cat from the Salado apartment days is celebrating what may be her last birthday with us. As of today Miette is 16 years old, probably older since her origin is unknown being a stray cat. She was … Continue reading →

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