Joyon shatters MacArthur's record The 51-year-old finished his circumnavigation in 57 days, 13 hours 34 minutes and six seconds to beat MacArthur's mark set in 2005.
31 January 2008
new record - circumnavigation in 57 days
Joyon shatters MacArthur's record The 51-year-old finished his circumnavigation in 57 days, 13 hours 34 minutes and six seconds to beat MacArthur's mark set in 2005.
What is Zentangle? Can you say doodle?
What is Zentangle?: "Zentangle is an easy to learn and relaxing method of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns. It is a fascinating new art form that is fun and relaxing. It increases focus and creativity. Zentangle provides artistic satisfaction and an increased sense of personal well being. "
26 January 2008
2008 Rolex 24 hours of Daytona
Today is the 2008 Rolex 24 hours of Daytona
“The Rolex 24 driver lineup is a race fan’s dream, and the stock car and open-wheel boys and girls know this isn’t a cameo; the Rolex Series regulars are fast and know all the tricks in these cars,” Varsha added. “Sure, it’s a one-off for the visiting stars with no points to worry about, but everyone’s goal, series regular or hired gun, is to put a win in the Rolex 24 at Daytona on their resume. The new Pirelli tires are wicked fast, and while winning any 24-hour race is no weekend at the golf course, the Rolex is simply flat-out, all the time. The weather is always a factor, as are the long hours of darkness, and racing luck can send the biggest star home humbled. Just ask Tony Stewart. I can’t wait.”
Rolex 24 at Daytona broadcast schedule (all time ET and subject to change):
• Jan. 26, 1-2:30 p.m. – FOX (simulcast in Times Square)
• Jan. 26, 2:30-10 p.m. – SPEED
• Jan. 27, 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. – SPEED
21 January 2008
20 January 2008
North East Watch Works
North East Watch Works
Title: OW
Base watch: Ollech & Was Submariner style diver
Dial and Hands: MkII milsub dial and MkII MOD sword hands, hour and minute in silver, seconds hand is arrow sweep
Crystal: MkII domed sapphire to replace stock flat mineral glass
Bezel: Stock OW insert
Case: Replaced the stock 6mm crown with larger 7mm crown and new case tube
a picture of the original below..
here's another example of a homage to the 5513 Rolex
still watch shopping....
WCT Precision 200m Dive Watch
Here's a WCT Precision 200m dive watch manufactured by Albert Wajs of O&W and produced for Howard M Marx' West Coast Time.
19 January 2008
Waymarking - A scavenger hunt for unique and interesting locations in the world
Waymarking - A scavenger hunt for unique and interesting locations in the world: "Waymarking.com will provide you with the tools to share and discover unique and interesting locations on the planet."
worlds converge
I received an email yesterday that like most things in life contained both good news and bad news.....
First the good news....because of the email I've made a discovery.....
Worlds are converging...Letterboxing + Artist Trading Cards. = "Letterbox Trading Cards"
Now the bad news....which I will let the email explain
Hello all! I am sad to report that there was recently a local contest sponsored by a local newspaper at Tarry wile park. It was a treasure hunt and people were looking for a hidden medallion. well after 12-13 days of people searching many letter boxes and geocache boxes were found by people who just had no sense or clue that they found or were damaging a letterbox. My husband told me he found damaged boxes while looking for the same medallion, but tried to tidy them up. he couldn't remember all of the names, but I STRONGLY ADVISE anyone with a box in tarrywile to CHECK ON THEM immediately! There were two on the steps of one trail, nad he said the boxes were left open on rocks and tree trunks. he also said the books were wet, plus it recently snowed here. He tried to secure them, but didn't know where to put them back. he knew of one, but wass thrown by the second one right near it. I am really sorry for all that are affected. I couldn't make it to the park to help.
I need to try to notify the geocachers too, but don't know how.
Sorry for the bad and disappointing news.
Weehawker
First the good news....because of the email I've made a discovery.....
Worlds are converging...Letterboxing + Artist Trading Cards. = "Letterbox Trading Cards"
Now the bad news....which I will let the email explain
Hello all! I am sad to report that there was recently a local contest sponsored by a local newspaper at Tarry wile park. It was a treasure hunt and people were looking for a hidden medallion. well after 12-13 days of people searching many letter boxes and geocache boxes were found by people who just had no sense or clue that they found or were damaging a letterbox. My husband told me he found damaged boxes while looking for the same medallion, but tried to tidy them up. he couldn't remember all of the names, but I STRONGLY ADVISE anyone with a box in tarrywile to CHECK ON THEM immediately! There were two on the steps of one trail, nad he said the boxes were left open on rocks and tree trunks. he also said the books were wet, plus it recently snowed here. He tried to secure them, but didn't know where to put them back. he knew of one, but wass thrown by the second one right near it. I am really sorry for all that are affected. I couldn't make it to the park to help.
I need to try to notify the geocachers too, but don't know how.
Sorry for the bad and disappointing news.
Weehawker
13 January 2008
12 January 2008
07 January 2008
05 January 2008
the idea behind the worlds slowest computer
The Long Now Foundation was established in 01996* to develop the Clock and Library projects, as well as to become the seed of a very long term cultural institution. The Long Now Foundation hopes to provide counterpoint to today's "faster/cheaper" mind set and promote "slower/better" thinking. We hope to creatively foster responsibility in the framework of the next 10,000 years.
a different way of looking at time
YES World Watches combine
the daily and seasonal cycles of the sun and the moon,
with the steady beat of hours, minutes and seconds.
Here's a review of a Yes Zulu watch
Here's another more recent review in Luminous Landscape (Photography online zine) on the Cozmo version
04 January 2008
Sad Rally news - Dakar Rally Canceled
Terror Threats Cancel Dakar Rally:
PARIS (AP) — The Dakar Rally, the epic motorcycle, car and truck race across the Sahara desert, was canceled Friday by organizers citing "direct" threats of terrorism from al-Qaida-linked militants.
The race was deemed too inviting — and too easy — a target for the terror group's new north African affiliate. The roughly 550 competitors were to have embarked Saturday on the 16-day, 5,760-mile trek through remote and hostile dunes and scrub from Europe to Senegal in west Africa.
Always enjoyed watching this every year. Even some Americans had gotten into the act including Robby Gordon
01 January 2008
how to make glue from house hold items? - Yahoo! UK & Ireland Answers
Does anyone know how to make glue from house hold items? - Yahoo! UK & Ireland Answers
I have to convert some cotton print into Book cloth to cover a hedgehog. I'm trying this recipe first.......the simple one......
Homemade Paste
* 1/2 cup flour
* Cold water
* Saucepan
* Food coloring (optional)
Directions
1. Add cold water to flour until mixture is as thick as cream.
2. Simmer and stir in saucepan for 5 minutes.
3. Add a few drops of food coloring, if desired.
4. This wet, messy paste takes a while to dry.
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Homemade Paste
* 1/2 cup flour
* Cold water
* Saucepan
* Food coloring (optional)
Directions
1. Add cold water to flour until mixture is as thick as cream.
2. Simmer and stir in saucepan for 5 minutes.
3. Add a few drops of food coloring, if desired.
4. This wet, messy paste takes a while to dry.
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