I do the same, only I have mine on autohide, partially because I like looking at a whole screen, partially because it confuses and annoys people who are using my work computer.
I hear what you're saying, one question though, who decides what's important? If it's going to wipe out DC, I'm sure there will be lot of effort to killing the asteriod, but what if it's going to destroy the homes / farms of fifty farmers on some country somewhere, will the effort still be expended? Just wondering, not poking holes.:)
Off topic, but I've found to get rid of 'permanant' or permanant markings is to write over it with whiteboard marker, and it comes off easy as. Might only work in Australia though:P.
Very good point (disclaimer, I love Colin Hay and Men At Work), but keep in mind the song is about Aussieland, and the vast majority of Eucalyptus (gum trees) are native to Aussieland, only about 15 out of over 700 types are found outside Aussieland, so maybe he was there simply to highlight another Aussie icon. Of course the flute does imply intent, but only Men At Work know...:) Eucalyptus info from Wiki.
Yeah, I love him. He plays at a pub in Melbourne frequently I think, though I've never seen him live. Also had a cameo in two (maybe more?) Scrubs episodes as himself, though potentially a figment of JD's imagination.
I posted up there somewhere about my Debit/Credit card. Linked to my account, is a Mastercard with all the normal credit card numbers so I can buy things off the 'net, but I can only spend what's in my account. This is in Aussieland, btw, not sure about anywhere else.:)
Note that areusche said 'debit'. I've got a debit/credit, which means that it's linked to my account, and I can buy things off the 'net as if it's a credit card, yet I can only spend what's in my account. It's a Westpac Mastercard, with the same numbers as a regualr Mastercard, yet I can't spend more than what's in my account at any given time. Freakin' handy for thinkgeek, ebay...:)
Here in Aussieland, one supermarket chain (can't remember which) pays the GST (Goods and Services Tax) for us. Basically when the GST came out, they kept the 'sanitary products' the same price on the shelf, so we didn't have to pay the 10% extra.
Yeah, she lives in Altona currently, family moved from Wales when she was three (if I remember last night's news program correctly). I drove past her house last night on my way home, the AFP (Aussie Federal Police) car was there, so I guess she was home? Either that or they're protecting her property.
I'm no scientist, but isn't there a theory that simply by observing something there's a chance you are changing it's behaviour? I have no citation, but I've certainly heard it more than once, and it seems to apply to this whole situation. My 5c worth.
I was humiliated in primary school for saying that while freezing, the liquid/ice expands. According to the teacher it contracts. Mum wasn't pleased when I tried the experiment to prove I was right using a glass bottle of apple juice in the freezer.
I know!! I saw the movie during my HSR (Health and Safety Rep) course, and it was horrible. As someone who's seen the impact extensive burns can have on the body, I was horrified. People so scared to lose thier jobs / lose money that they allowed it to continue. I wouldn't have wanted to be in thier shoes on the day, or in the aftermath. Just makes me sad.
Piper Alpha is an odd-ball, because there were so many points in time that it could have been stopped, or the damage reduced, yet it seemed that everything that could go wrong did. From my knowledge (backed up be wiki), if one person had just told the person in charge about the gas pipe being out of action nothing would have happened. First time I watched the docco on it, it blew my mind. Interesting read on wiki, if you're interested. (also, from memory, it was initially designed as gas, and was converted to both gas and oil... or vice-virsa.)
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Tell that to the CFA (Country Fire Authority, Victoria, Austrlia). They're volunteers.
I do the same, only I have mine on autohide, partially because I like looking at a whole screen, partially because it confuses and annoys people who are using my work computer.
I'm sorry. (Not a flamer, just a Star Gate fan!)
I hear what you're saying, one question though, who decides what's important? If it's going to wipe out DC, I'm sure there will be lot of effort to killing the asteriod, but what if it's going to destroy the homes / farms of fifty farmers on some country somewhere, will the effort still be expended? Just wondering, not poking holes. :)
Roger, Roger.
Off topic, but I've found to get rid of 'permanant' or permanant markings is to write over it with whiteboard marker, and it comes off easy as. Might only work in Australia though :P.
Very good point (disclaimer, I love Colin Hay and Men At Work), but keep in mind the song is about Aussieland, and the vast majority of Eucalyptus (gum trees) are native to Aussieland, only about 15 out of over 700 types are found outside Aussieland, so maybe he was there simply to highlight another Aussie icon. Of course the flute does imply intent, but only Men At Work know... :) Eucalyptus info from Wiki.
Spicks and Specks, hosted by the delicious Adam Hills, is a music quiz show.
And Ugg Boots and I think Roller Blades too... but I could be wrong. :)
Yeah, I love him. He plays at a pub in Melbourne frequently I think, though I've never seen him live. Also had a cameo in two (maybe more?) Scrubs episodes as himself, though potentially a figment of JD's imagination.
I posted up there somewhere about my Debit/Credit card. Linked to my account, is a Mastercard with all the normal credit card numbers so I can buy things off the 'net, but I can only spend what's in my account. This is in Aussieland, btw, not sure about anywhere else. :)
Note that areusche said 'debit'. I've got a debit/credit, which means that it's linked to my account, and I can buy things off the 'net as if it's a credit card, yet I can only spend what's in my account. It's a Westpac Mastercard, with the same numbers as a regualr Mastercard, yet I can't spend more than what's in my account at any given time. Freakin' handy for thinkgeek, ebay... :)
Here in Aussieland, one supermarket chain (can't remember which) pays the GST (Goods and Services Tax) for us. Basically when the GST came out, they kept the 'sanitary products' the same price on the shelf, so we didn't have to pay the 10% extra.
Love it! I was trying to remember what episode it was on so I could post it, but you beat me to it! 3 Jan Itor!
Yeah, she lives in Altona currently, family moved from Wales when she was three (if I remember last night's news program correctly). I drove past her house last night on my way home, the AFP (Aussie Federal Police) car was there, so I guess she was home? Either that or they're protecting her property.
But it was for research! And they found conclusivly they taste great.
Offtopic, but on behalf of everyone with it, if you ever do find what causes exploding head syndrome, please let me know!
Either that, or a family of small elves. Just sayin'.
I'm no scientist, but isn't there a theory that simply by observing something there's a chance you are changing it's behaviour? I have no citation, but I've certainly heard it more than once, and it seems to apply to this whole situation. My 5c worth.
I was humiliated in primary school for saying that while freezing, the liquid/ice expands. According to the teacher it contracts. Mum wasn't pleased when I tried the experiment to prove I was right using a glass bottle of apple juice in the freezer.
As a resident, I'll second that. Fuckin' kangaroos. :D
I know!! I saw the movie during my HSR (Health and Safety Rep) course, and it was horrible. As someone who's seen the impact extensive burns can have on the body, I was horrified. People so scared to lose thier jobs / lose money that they allowed it to continue. I wouldn't have wanted to be in thier shoes on the day, or in the aftermath. Just makes me sad.
"The pastas in their heads, the future's in our hands!" What the hell, Living End?? What type of pasta?!?
Piper Alpha is an odd-ball, because there were so many points in time that it could have been stopped, or the damage reduced, yet it seemed that everything that could go wrong did. From my knowledge (backed up be wiki), if one person had just told the person in charge about the gas pipe being out of action nothing would have happened. First time I watched the docco on it, it blew my mind. Interesting read on wiki, if you're interested. (also, from memory, it was initially designed as gas, and was converted to both gas and oil... or vice-virsa.)
Kristine Sutherland.