"this ideological model remains the central organising principle of our lives, and as long as it continues to be so, it will automatically undo (with its invisible hand) every single green initiative anybody cares to come up with." (...with respect to Capitalism, if you didn't get the Adam Smith reference)

interesting article... some of you might find this worth reading: It's capitalism or a habitable planet - you can't have both

hmm...


"An ice-sculpture unveiled outside Canada House in London's Trafalgar Square shows a hunter about to strike a seal with his hakapik March 14, 2006. The sculpture was a protest against the annual Canadian seal hunt and was commissioned by the International Fund for Animal Welfare"


see, and I could see an image like that - of a traditional seal hunt - being used to romanticize the whole thing too... but maybe that's just me. Or, perhaps they should do that and make some sort of commentary on the difference between subsistence and taking advantage of resources. Wouldn't that turn an interesting light on things?

DUDE i told you about them like two weeks ago!
here they is. ILLEST SHIT

well, maybe not exactly my two FAVOURITE... but they're up there; DM especially. I got carried away.

gnarls barkley = CEE-LO + DANGERMOUSE!?? Where the FUCK have I been!? My two favourite hip hop artists in one crew!??? I need to hear that shit...

DAMN.

Mr Pibb must be Dr Pepper's most successful competitor. Mr Pibb is a product of Coca-Cola. Despite what fast food and restaurant workers across the world might say, Mr Pibb is not the same thing as Dr Pepper. Mr Pibb tastes extremely weak in comparison to Dr Pepper. Mr Pibb earns a two Dr Pepper can rating. (I also might suggest that Mr Pibb should go back to school for more education before he tries to compete with the Dr.)

from http://www.fakedrpepper.com/mrpibb.html
check the rankings. that's sweet shit.

The name alone inspires countless theater memories. For almost 90 years, Red Vines® has been bringing entertainment and enjoyment to the young and young at heart.

Deeply rooted in the traditions of the American West, Red Vines brand candy is the premium-quality licorice. It continues its old-world licorice making practices starting with the same tried-and-true ingredients from its original recipe. Red Vines is the only major brand still making twists with respect for tradition. The result is a distinctive, rich taste; soft, chewy texture; and desirable appearance, setting it apart from other chewy confections. In fact, Red Vines candy is the number one non-chocolate confection in the West, where "licorice" means Red Vines.

from: http://www.redvines.com/about_redvines.asp

Hey Par, I'm afraid I'm going to have to skip out on the Pi day celebrations tonight... I've got a bit of a headache and I'm really tired. I'll be in front of the hockey game doped up on tylenol if you need me.

Care-free motion speeds up runners:

Davies suggests adults should return to the way children run, leaning forward with their arms swinging and feet flat, a "natural posture" for running.

Runners have their own way of beating the clock at race time, but Davies swears by this method, which has left him free of injuries.

...
"With natural-posture running, you run from the centre of your body with your core," he said. "Your legs and arms are relaxed. You just lean a little and your legs move themselves."

Eric - I haven't heard that before, but maybe now I'll have to try it - as long as nobody is around to see me!

hey Dana, did you hear about that recent research from U of C that said that natural running posture (basically running like a child, arms flailing and stuff) may improve speed and reduce injury
no joke. someone help me find this article. i can't wait to see that Running Room crew go out on their runs lookin' like they're racing to the bigtires