The Shovel Revival, Zephyros Major
While I have never read a book about motorcycle culture I couldn’t help but pick up this 43 page manifesto as the author’s name struck a familiar chord. I found the book would do the same. You see, what is facing the motorcyclist today, be him a true rough rider or the weekend yuppie, is the same dilemma that s facing America and frankly, the globalized world. What is selling out and what is living true, and isn’t it possible that selling out to something could end up as a means of being true to oneself.
The book takes you though the evolution of the motorcycle culture and how it reached its state today. Then, it goes on to discuss what might become of it, and what should best become of it. It is the hope of something even better than what has materialized today, the integration of not just many, but all riders.
Major puts it best as he says “It is a matter of opening the gates, or tallying, re-invigorating and re-inviting the masses, of adopting an attitude of action, and of spreading the good word that the secret to happiness may just lie in challenging yourself to go after it.” And as I type that I can’t help but wonder if that statement isn’t just good for revitalizing and improving motorcycling spirit, but might be ideally applied to America as we remind ourselves, and the rest of the world, that we’re on to something pretty good.
I look forward to the day I’m working quads on the river, rain pouring down, and a few too many beers in sight.
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Blog: NYTimes River
NY Times River
Have you seen the NYtimesriver? At the link above you get all the news headlines, as they are published. The site says it was designed with the mobile user in mind but I find it useful on the laptop in a craigslist sort of no nonsense way. Interesting way to take your Times.
Have you seen the NYtimesriver? At the link above you get all the news headlines, as they are published. The site says it was designed with the mobile user in mind but I find it useful on the laptop in a craigslist sort of no nonsense way. Interesting way to take your Times.
Article: Starting from Scratch
On the Legalization or Not of Marijuana - Freakonomics - Opinion - New York Times Blog
The Freakonomics blog takes on the issue of Marijuana legalization however what I liked best was Dubner's introduction. He calls us to take an issue, "erase" the current system, rule set, etc., and then ponder how you could design whatever it is better.
I like that because too often I think people take a stance on an issue without a solution. That is, we should stop using oil because it is harming the environment. Great, where shall we pile the cars. Don't get me wrong, the debate is good, but the thought that comes before the debate is critical.
The Freakonomics blog takes on the issue of Marijuana legalization however what I liked best was Dubner's introduction. He calls us to take an issue, "erase" the current system, rule set, etc., and then ponder how you could design whatever it is better.
I like that because too often I think people take a stance on an issue without a solution. That is, we should stop using oil because it is harming the environment. Great, where shall we pile the cars. Don't get me wrong, the debate is good, but the thought that comes before the debate is critical.
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Post: One Way Blogs
A VC: The One Way Nature Of Blogs
Great perspective on how blogs can be a one way means of keeping in touch with someone. I had a friend who wrote a great blog and one of the reasons he eventually stopped is because when he would see someone they would already know his stories. I suppose comments are a way to keep "back" in touch, but really, this is just part of the nature of blogging.
Great perspective on how blogs can be a one way means of keeping in touch with someone. I had a friend who wrote a great blog and one of the reasons he eventually stopped is because when he would see someone they would already know his stories. I suppose comments are a way to keep "back" in touch, but really, this is just part of the nature of blogging.
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Article: Still Doing Well
The Gloomsayers Should Look Up - New York Times
by Ben Stein
Most people enjoy Ben Stein's writing and perspective. He wrote a great one on the front page of the Sunday NYT Business Section today. He does a solid job of simply explaining the whole "subprime" "credit crunch" what ever you like to call it and at the same time point out that our economy is doing pretty ok after all of that. Sure, maybe harder times to come, but we'll be ok.
by Ben Stein
Most people enjoy Ben Stein's writing and perspective. He wrote a great one on the front page of the Sunday NYT Business Section today. He does a solid job of simply explaining the whole "subprime" "credit crunch" what ever you like to call it and at the same time point out that our economy is doing pretty ok after all of that. Sure, maybe harder times to come, but we'll be ok.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Article: The Real Iraq We Knew
The Real Iraq We Knew - washingtonpost.com
12 Army Captains call it like that saw it, maybe a bit over dramatic here, but worth the read.
12 Army Captains call it like that saw it, maybe a bit over dramatic here, but worth the read.
Mansions and Shacks | Redfin Seattle Sweet Digs
Mansions and Shacks Redfin Seattle Sweet Digs
Think the real estate game isn't changing to adopt the concept of an online realtor? Bill Gates posted a sliver of property on Redfin.
Wow.
Think the real estate game isn't changing to adopt the concept of an online realtor? Bill Gates posted a sliver of property on Redfin.
Wow.
Monday, October 15, 2007
OPED: The Odyssey
OP-ED COLUMNIST; The Odyssey Years - New York Times
David Brooks wonderfully captures the need of this generation of 20-somethings to GO, someplace, and do something. Worth the read, especially for the Gen X and Y.
David Brooks wonderfully captures the need of this generation of 20-somethings to GO, someplace, and do something. Worth the read, especially for the Gen X and Y.
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Article: Army Offers Big Cash
Army Offers Big Cash To Keep Key Officers - washingtonpost.com:
The quote tells it as it is, the army simply hasn't done this before. The reasons for this and the likely outcome are worth concern.
In the Army there has never been anything like this in memory,' said Col.
PaulAswell, director of officer policy for Army personnel.
The quote tells it as it is, the army simply hasn't done this before. The reasons for this and the likely outcome are worth concern.
Blog: Google Providing Real Time Quotes
Official Google Blog: China in real time
Only the quotes are for Chinese securities. It is disappointing that they still can't offer real time quotes for American securities, the petition is still with the SEC. It is pretty ridiculous that the "man" still wont provide real time data to everyone, I bet that changes for good in the next 5 years.
Only the quotes are for Chinese securities. It is disappointing that they still can't offer real time quotes for American securities, the petition is still with the SEC. It is pretty ridiculous that the "man" still wont provide real time data to everyone, I bet that changes for good in the next 5 years.
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
Article: On the Road
Sal Paradise at 50 - New York Times
David Brooks reviews contemporary thinking on Jack's "On the Road" as it turns 50. Some would tell you it is about Jack's loneliness. I think it is a safe bet to read "On the Road" and tap in to that energy. Let's go Sal.
“Besides, he knew the road would get more interesting, especially ahead, always ahead” – Jack Kerouac, On the Road
David Brooks reviews contemporary thinking on Jack's "On the Road" as it turns 50. Some would tell you it is about Jack's loneliness. I think it is a safe bet to read "On the Road" and tap in to that energy. Let's go Sal.
“Besides, he knew the road would get more interesting, especially ahead, always ahead” – Jack Kerouac, On the Road
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