Here is the before shot of the southwest corner of or new Library Den:
… And here is the After:
Category: thought
Stealing thunder
In 1704, playright John Dennis invented a new method of producing the sound of thunder during a play. Dennis’ play was unsuccessful, but his thunder technique was soon borrowed by another production, leading Dennis to exclaim:
Damn them! They will not let my play run, but they steal my thunder.
(via Kottke)
The interesting origin of the phrase “get your goat”. The take away? Don’t let anyone get yours.
Illustrated (unknown artist) Truism: friends help you move, real friends help you move bodies.
PJ Harvey & John Parish – Black Hearted Love – I find everything the PJ does just lovely. This video is no exception. (via islandrecords)
(Source: https://www.youtube.com/)
1001 rules for my unborn son
Gosh I wish I had thought of this. Brilliant and well executed. (via Kottke)
Daring Fireball: Obsession Times Voice
Daring Fireball: Obsession Times Voice
This is probably the smartest thing I have ever read about the idea of writing for the web.
Convertbot – Tapbots
The most beautiful iPhone app I do not need.
Loading in the Library: Books going onto the shelves of our new library/den.
TaskMate :: The to-do list made simple again.
TaskMate :: The to-do list made simple again.
I love the tagline and it’s true. About as simple as you can get.