Show and Tell - Compare/Contrast

I found this ad in Family Fun Magazine (May 2007). I found it interesting because the front of the page (on the left) did not indicate a sponsor. The flip side, has a regular image of a new salad available at McDonalds.

Show and Tell - Ad Campaign

I got to class late, and wasn't able to show my ads. I know we are supposed to read all these magazines about different things. To be honest, I have flipped through some of them, but I really stick with the one's I already get, Time, Newsweek, Bon appétit, Layers, NAPP, Information week, Cooking Light, Government News, PC World and Computerworld.

The Ads I picked where for IBM (they actually appeared in time magazine, in the last three or four issues. They are sort of corky/funny. The pictures show some type of chaos, or infrastructure problem, and offer the solution by using new technology.

Strange Things people throw away

I find the strangest things on the road when I walk my dog. No, I do not pick them up (except if it is money). When I came across an egg this morning, I thought I make a list for the blog.
Yes, this morning, as I was walking Seven (actaully my Rot/Pitbull 80 lb monster was dragging me down the road) I came across a chicken egg. It was just sitting there on the side of the road. Seven, always curious, sniffed at it, and simply kept walking. I guess it was not as interesting as other things we have encountered during our daily outings.

Some examples of what Seven and I have found:

A prestine ink pen inscribed
"President George W Bush
visit to Anne Arundel Community College
March 2, 2oo05"
I can only think someone doesn't like the President too much, why else would they throw away a perfectly good pen?

$7.53 in bills and loose change. Seven really enjoyed the cow bone I bought him.

My neighbors wallet. He was very happy when I returned it. Seven got another cow bone from him.

6 right handed and one left handed gloves, none matched.

Socks. This one is unusual, or maybe not?

T-shirts.

A box, and as we walked along, scattered bathroom things (razor, soap dish, mouthwash, tampon box, condoms - you get the idea?) - Someone was either ticked off and tossed it, or maybe they were moving and forgot to tie down the box, or maybe they were ticked off and tossed it out the window. I gathered everything and put it in the box, and put the box on the side of the road. Later that evening when Seven took me for a my daily drag, the box was gone. I hope the owner found it.

The most unusual thing, to date, was the egg. A chicken egg. Wild.

Well Happy St. Patrick's day. I am tired, and have to work on reworking Project 3 now.

This is seven resting after he drags me through the neighborhood

Project 3 - Total miss

Well. I gess I did my worst yet. NOthing to it. Rething concept. I really dislike this part of the assignment. Blogging is not my thing.

Project 2 - Profile

(Picture coming soon)

My project is about Alan Whatley. Alan was named volunteer of the year by his local Raven's roost. He really does a lot:

• The Polar bear plunge
• Takes inner city kids skying
• Works actively for the Ed Block Courage Award Foundation (he is presenting the annual awards tonight, at Martin's West)
• Repair bicycles to be donated to needy children through St. Vincent Center
• Helps provide meals for underprivileged families during Thanksgiving and Christmas

I could probably keep listing things. Alan is a really fun guy. I am lucky to know him, and to be able to share time with an exceptionally generous person.

Six Word Profiles

Have suitcase, no money. Can't travel.

Opened door, stepped out and breathed.

Mi vida está llena de extrañezas. (My life is full of oddities.)

Project 1, Phase 4

Guanábana, often called the Watermelon of the tropics, mimics its very distant cousin in skin color, shape, and flavor. It even has large amounts of brown seeds like most watermelons.
The oval to heart-shaped fruit can grow up to 12 inches in length and weigh as much as 15 lbs. The fresh pulp of the Guanábana is very refreshing, and can produce large amounts of juice, just like a Watermelon. Both fruits can be a welcomed snack during a hot summer day. The fresh pulp has a variety of uses: it can be eaten directly, or processed for use in ice cream, juices, marmalade, and yogurt. Unripe fruit can be cooked and served as a savory side. Guanábana is high in carbohydrates, and has substantial amounts of Vitamins C, B1, and B2.

The Yellow Watermelon is a summer favorite, known for its fresh taste and thirst-quenching abilities.

There are several distinct differences between Yellow Watermelon and Guanábana. Watermelons are the fruits of dry-land vine plants; Guanábanas grow on trees and prefer a tropical climate. Watermelons have smooth skin; Guanábanas are covered with soft prickly spikes. Yellow Watermelon will stay fresh for weeks when stored in a cool, dark, dry place. Guanábana will spoil quickly once picked.
The taste of the Watermelon is nuances sweeter than a Guanábana and its flesh is crispy rather than creamy. Aside from being consumed raw, its juice can be used to make refreshing drinks and jellies. Watermelon is a great source of Potassium and Vitamins A and C, low in saturated fat, cholesterol, and Sodium.

Compare/Contrast

This was too weird to pass up. What are the odds? One blackbird surrounded by seagulls.

Just For Fun

I carry a small digital in my car, often hang my hand out the window and just randomly capture my environment. I find the results refreshing, amusing, bizarre...

Inspiration

As far as things that Inspire me:

My kids, their talents and their encouragement. Here is to you, Vic, Ric (and your beautiful minds)

Back online

Technology is great. I'm back. Love that line. Everytime I put it to paper I picture Jack Nicholson looking through the busted door. REDRUM. REDRUM. Great Movie. The book was, of course, much more intensely scary.