Archive for the 'Weird' Category



Craigslist Adventures: Part III

Published on June 5, 2008

In the musical instruments category, a guy posts a Craigslist ad that says “Looking for Gibson Les Paul Studio in good condition. I have something sweet to trade.”
Ironically, I have just that guitar and have been thinking of selling it.
But “something sweet to trade?”
Against my better instincts, my curiosity compels me to respond to his […]


The City Ridiculous

Published on May 30, 2008

Santa Fe, Santa Fe, Santa Fe.
Arthur Firstenberg, a Santa Fe resident and well-known wacko is taking action against the City Different due to his hypersensitivity to wireless devices. He claims Wi-Fi and radio signals give him a tingling in his thigh and then some chest pains. On a completely unrelated medical note, the […]


Scream for me, Albuquerque!!

Published on May 28, 2008

What’s the best way for an ex-metalhead to celebrate his 40th birthday? By going to a concert by the band he loved most when he was 15 years old!


I want this…..or do I?

Published on May 9, 2008

One of my favorite blogs, gizmodo.com, has an interesting profile on this tacky, yet amusing item called the BBQ Sword.

I have some serious questions about this product, like:
1) Why hasn’t this been invented earlier?
2) If it comes with a Zorro-like mask, where’s the cape?
3) Will there be other BBQ accessories, like a spatula […]


Why I Love Craig’s List

Published on April 29, 2008

Where else can you find an excellent ad like this?
PINK PLASTIC LAWN FLAMINGOS
three pink plastic lawn flamingos, the momma, the daddy and two babies. in good shape except the momma has a bullet hole. will trade for a good dog or weed eater, will also consider any kind of alcohol as long as […]