July, 2008Archive for

Got Allergies?

I've suffered from allergies my entire life. I've been on multiple steroid treatments and homeopathic remedies for years. When surgery was recommended I decided there had to be a better way. I don't have a miracle cure, but I have something that is close: the Grossan Hydro Pulse Sinus Irrigation system. If you've used a Neti Pot then you have the general idea, but the Hydro Pulse system is much more effective. If you suffer from allergies, I highly recommend picking one of these up.

Wake up and smell the Starbucks

Wake up and smell the....Starbucks. Sounds odd huh? Well, it may not sound odd in a few years. Product placement is a small example of the marketization of our culture. In the book Is the American Dream Killing You? How the Markets Rule our Lives Paul Stiles explores how Capitalism and unabated Free Markets have destroyed the American Dream. The market is unrelenting, driving Americans into further spirals of debt, work and detachment. The book lays bare the issues created in a culture whe...

Space Bags

I finally opened a box of Space Bags with the intention of storing bulky winter items. Holy freaking crap Space Bags are cool! After my first time vacuuming out the air I knew I wanted to do it again....as soon as possible. It was oddly satisfying. This product should come with a warning on the box: You may find Space Bags addictive. Enjoy responsibly.

Yes We Can (Reagan version)

I believe everyone has seen the Obama "Yes We Can" videos on YouTube. If not, the Obama video is at the bottom of this post. Today I happened upon a remixed version of the Obama "Yes We Can" video...featuring Ronald Reagan. I see a lot of similarities in the way Reagan and Obama speak. They are both skilled orators. However, what makes Obama and Reagan special is their ability to inspire others with their vision, optimism and personality (if you're not inspired by those speeches, yo...