Quote of the unspecified temporal interval

The shifts of Fortune test the reliability of friends.

-Cicero

Wood you believe it?

Once in a while I see something that just makes me do a double take. This time it's Livio De Marchi. Look at the galleries on his website and you'll see some really incredible carvings. There's too much to describe, but here's a teaser.

Full sized wooden wooden car... that floats!



*Hat tip to Mavromatic

The HOT toy this Christmas

Does anyone remember the "Robosapien" toys that were supposed to be a really hot item last year? Well this could be even hotter! The always ingenous (and probably bored) community of hackers out there has found a way to turn the robosapien into a potential weapon, fourth of july display, and a REALLY fun toy that would surely be banned for safety reasons.



That's right, somebody has figured out a way to add a flamethrower to that lovable animatyronic toy. Now you can launch destructive raids on any room in your house while still having fun.

I love it!

Tea anyone?

I really can't envision any practical use for this, but I have been wrong before. Apparently a "Wallace and Grommet" inspired invention now allows you to turn on a tea kettle by sending an SMS message!



I really think this might be better off applied to other gadgets or appliances, but who knows, this could be a hot seller.

Quote of the unspecified temporal interval

"The true measure of a man is how he treats someone who can do him absolutely no good."
- Samuel Johnson

Good morning everyone!!

Happy Columbus day everyone. Some of you might have the day off...most of you don't. I don't have the day off, so let me just send my best wishes to everyone who does.

Safety Award 6

Last, but not least - What do you do when your forklift can't reach high enough?


I spotted at least 7 OSHA violations without even trying.

Safety Award 5

Almost the end of the series...

What can this guy be thinking!!!???


I guess it's cheaper than getting a bucket truck.

Quote of the unspecified temporal interval

Tell me, Mr Hoover, what are your interests?
Madam, I am an Engineer
Really? I took you for a gentleman.

- Herbert Hoover

I guess it was supposed to be a compliment but still...

Safety Award 4

When doing target practice, please insure that your backstop is sufficient and your target is properly secured.


I guess in some placecs, soldiers are cheaper than 2x4s.