Monthly Archives: February 2007

Command and Conquer 3 Demo Arrived Monday

Posted on February 28, 2007 by Pete

The game that birthed my game handle finally receives a worthy successor. I started playing Command and Conquer when I was in college.  I had a bunch of coaxial cable, some terminators, and some buddies with a penchant for setting up … Continue reading →

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The Monster Name Decoder

Posted on February 27, 2007 by Pete

Ever wonder what your “monster” name might be?  Click here to find out.   Poisonous – Check Evil – Check Turmoil-Enslaved – Hmm.  What exactly does that mean? Redhead-Harming – I think redheads are gorgeous.  Maybe I’m a heartbreaker? Orphan-Devouring … Continue reading →

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Off Armageddon Reef

Posted on February 27, 2007 by Pete

David Weber is making his bid for a legacy amongst the great science fiction authors of the past with his new novel Off Armageddon Reef.  If you read the publisher advertising copy and the pull quotes on the back of … Continue reading →

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Professional Dog Rescuer At Your Service

Posted on February 26, 2007 by Pete

While driving through the streets of my suburban hometown yesterday, my wife and I noticed a tagged and collared chocolate lab out for a stroll, unaccompanied by his humans. We both have a rather large soft spot for dogs, so … Continue reading →

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BF2142: Northern Strike

Posted on February 25, 2007 by Pete

The BF2142 Booster Pack will be available in early March. I mentioned in several earlier posts that I initially hated BF2142, then I found myself loving it.  After a few months of solid play, I can safely say that this … Continue reading →

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Thievery in the Airports

Posted on February 24, 2007 by Pete

To continue on my anti-TSA rant, my brother-in-law pointed me to this article.  The TSA is apparently taking confiscated items and selling them on Ebay.  Woot!  “Let’s make money on the things we stole from passengers.”  (Okay, okay…people probably shouldn’t … Continue reading →

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Orange you glad I have an eye for color?

Posted on February 24, 2007 by Pete

Today was work day. As I’ve mentioned, I have a little monster…ahem, bundle of joy…headed into the world more quickly that I’d like to admit.  I’ve undertaken the task to create a welcoming, stimulating environment for my heir so that … Continue reading →

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Confessions of a Bibliophile

Posted on February 23, 2007 by Pete

Hello.  I’m Peter Hodges and I am addicted to books. I made the mistake of entering Half Price Books this evening.  I can never leave that place empty handed, and tonight was no exception. Here’s what’s in my reading queue: … Continue reading →

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The Dog and the Vacuum Cleaner

Posted on February 22, 2007 by Pete

With a pregnant wife, I find that I am doing more and more chores around the house.  Traditionally, if it was outside of the house, it was my responsibility, and if it was inside, it was her responsibility.  Having a … Continue reading →

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What does your library say about you?

Posted on February 21, 2007 by Pete

I recently had to expand my library space to include another six-foot bookcase, and I stopped for a moment as I was arranging my books to ponder what they said about me. The two heaviest hitters in my collection are … Continue reading →

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