Category Archives: Commentary

We’d like to wish everyone a Happy Saint Patrick’s Day. Don’t forget to wear green and for you – this blessing: May good luck be your friend In whatever you do And may trouble be always A stranger to you. … Continue reading →

Dunkin’ Donuts just announced a promotion to capture Starbucks customers while the company closes 7,100 stores to help energize employees on February 26, 2008. Dunkin’ Donuts will offer all customers a small latte, cappuccino or espresso drink of their choice, … Continue reading →

Here’s something that hasn’t happened much in the history of Starbucks. CEO Howard Schultz ordered that all 7,100 Starbucks close for 3 hours to energize the companies 135,000 employees. The closure starts at 5:30 local time today. While the stores … Continue reading →

Lichtenberg figures are so cool! A Lichtenburg figure captures “lightning” at it core. The end result looks a lot like a delicate leaf or a plant’s root system. Not familiar with this artful technique? Then watch the video below to … Continue reading →

When you live in Anchorage, Alaska the “Running Of The Reindeer” is always an event to look forward to. Since reindeers aren’t as deadly as bulls, no one gets mauled in this family friendly event. Watch the Reindeer (and the … Continue reading →

If you’re a fan of Guitar Hero and Aerosmith, you’ll be tickled to find out that Activision is releasing a new Guitar Hero game based on the legendary band. Recent press states “This is the first game built around the … Continue reading →

What isn’t there to love about a beagle? Uno turned out to be the number one dog at the Westminster Kennel Dog Show. You can see Uno’s winning traits is the short video below. This 15 inch pup shows how … Continue reading →

Congratulations to Matthew Forman, the junior winner in the first ever Maryland Rockfish Junior Cooking Contest. Matthew Forman of Broomes Island prepares his winning rockfish dish. Matthew called his dish Pan Seared Rockfish over a Bed of Greens with a … Continue reading →

Don’t get me started on chocolate fondue. This tasty, creamy chocolately dessert is best melted in a pot and dipped on a strawberry or banana or even a juicy grape. Chocolate fondue is easy to make and a fondue machine … Continue reading →