Written by Shaun in Media
I got this book some months back on pre-order after I heard all of the buzz the British version got. I had the lofty goal of reviewing a section each week with my son, but who knew that 2 year olds weren’t so interested in the reasons behind the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
It’s a throwback to the days of youth, if you’re over 30 or so. Or a rebellion against the current politically correct child rearing attitude that says that your kids must be protected from all harm no matter the cost. Not that I’m saying that this movement is bad. I love that my kids watch Dora and Diego, because looking back at even the “gentle” cartoons of our youth — Casper wasn’t all that friendly, you know!
The book is packed with short sections on historical events, practical skills, games, activities, literature, you name it. Many things bring back good memories — these definitely are things that I want to pass on to my son’s generation.
Some sample sections: building a treehouse, ciphers, making crystals, famous battles, making a periscope, coin tricks, timers and tripwires, the rules of rugby (cricket was removed from this Americanized version), marbles, Seven Wonders of the World.
Available via Amazon.
Written by Shaun in Clothes
I’m on a big watch kick. I have no idea why. I can’t imagine going back to a watch with a thin strap any more.
Some friends were looking over my recent holiday photos and remarked that a watch I was wearing looked like a house arrest bracelet. That bad!
Tokyo Flash watches combine big with geek. And free shipping if your order is over 10,000 yen (about US$100)!
Available at Tokyo Flash.
Written by Shaun in Announcements
I didn’t have to think long on what I wanted to turn bpwidgets.com into. It’s something I’m endlessly fascinated by: cool toys.
I know it doesn’t sound too earth shattering, but you see, my interests might be a bit more eclectic than most. I’m not talking out of this world eclectic, but definitely not mainstream.
Many people might be excited by Blu-ray or flat screen TV’s. I’m more inclined to research a long throw projector. Some people are interested in home furnishings; I might stray more to the quirky cubicle toys. iPod’s and cellphones? Sure, I like them, but I like the idea of building my own wifi antenna even more. Wine is quite popular among my friends. I prefer beer and caffeine. Okay, that’s a bad example, but you get the idea.
I feel guilty posting about this stuff on my personal blog, because most people there read for geographic information software, mobile software, Java, and the like. So this is my outlet.
I hope you’re fascinated by some of these toys as well.
