The Usual Archive
I am struggling to organize my digital life. And while there are several parts I could talk about (and most likely will at some point) right now the one that bugs me the most is my bookmarks. My biggest problem is self imposed. I don’t like keeping most of my bookmarks in
These days I feel like the Roman goddess Iustitia: Blindfolded, armed, and barely able to keep my scales balanced. I have no idea how I got here, where I’m going, or how to keep myself from completely losing my mind. But, hey, all it’s all in a day work, right? I honestly can’t
Gen Con starts on Thursday. (Am I the only one who’s completely unprepared?) Which for most Pure Geekery readers means four days of gaming wonderfulness. But what about those of you who don’t game? Or those of you who have a gaming spouse and are going to be a bachelor/bachelorette for those
A friend of mine shared this post from Bustle, detailing what an Instagram photo pictured versus reality. In the vein of “great artists steal” here are some of my Instagram photos, what was pictured versus reality. My Xbox Avatar What it looks like: Oh hai there, just playing some games. No big.
We’re about halfway through the year, and I think it is time for an update on my #Read26Indy progress. It’s actually become the #Read52Indy challenge for me. I’ve read 24 books already, and it seems like going a head and doubling the challenge will make it more of a challenge. It’s also put
Social media is important for bloggers- it’s how we get our stuff out there, gain readers, and hopefully make enough money so none of us have to work a real job. However, in my personal life, I hate Facebook. Twitter, I can handle- I get news, friendly communication from fellow bloggers, and
The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays. It centers around hanging out with your friends and family, cooking out, having a few beers, and then watching stuff explode. It’s really perfect if you think about it. Of course, when you have your friends and family over for a cook
Sometimes it really amazes me how much stuff Disney owns. They own part of Marvel, Lucas Films, Muppet Studios, and I’m sure there are some I’m leaving off. When Disney aquired Marvel, the internet jumped on that now Leia is a Disney Princess. I say why stop there? These are the Disney
I’m loving this 90 degree weather. Even though I grew up in the midwest, I’m a warm weather gal. Give me the Cali sun year round and I’d be happy. Windows open, Burn Notice reruns, and I have all I need to spend a day making paper orchids for wedding decor. After
Conventions are a magical place, where all things geeky and nerdy are embraced. Where you can be weird and not be judged for being weird (at least not by other con goers). It’s a special kind of freedom we don’t always experience in the real world. But with great power comes great