Conficker: Tomorrow is D-Day

So tomorrow is the day. Coincidentally, tomorrow is also April Fool’s Day. So what do you guys think? Should we be freakin’ out or is this some kind of joke? One thing is for sure, we need to take computer security very seriously.

March 31, 2009 | Posted by Ching under News, Web

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Brian and Becca at the Final Table

Brian and Becca both made the final table last night. You go guys!

Brian didn’t make the money, but Becca took second. She deserved to be first, though. Your opponent just kept getting lucky. Becca went in with the best hand each time and got sucked out on. Boo! Congrats to Becca for taking down second place, though.

March 29, 2009 | Posted by Ching under Poker, Videos

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I Put Street Clothes On For This?

March 28, 2009 | Posted by Ching under Poker, Videos

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Just When You Thought Winter Was Over

Mother Nature decides to give you the finger. I hate Kansas!

March 28, 2009 | Posted by Brian under Flickr

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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Here are some Mother’s Day gift ideas to get you started:

Fun at Heart – Had the chance to check out Fun at Heart in Derby while I was getting my prescription filled at the Dillon’s across the street (my doctor’s office is in Derby). Fun at Heart carries Pandora (they are the only authorized retailer in Derby) and Brighton jewelry. They’re actually having a Pandora event tomorrow. If you buy $25 worth of Pandora, they will throw in an authentic Pandora lobster clasp bracelet for free.
The Pink Boa – The girls recently returned from market and have lots of new goodies. Also, April 2nd marks their second anniversary. I’m sure there’s fabulous deals to be had this weekend. Brian and I are going to check things out tomorrow (before our couples massage).
Sun Room Crafts – For more traditional Mother’s Day gifts like aprons, quilts, bread basket cloths, casserole carriers, embroidered towels, and purses made from recycled jean skirts and children’s jeans, check out Sun Room Crafts.
Modern-Day Relic – If your mom likes fashion jewelry, check out Modern-Day Relic’s collection of exotic fashion jewelry imported from Cebu, Philippines.

Anyway, these are the stores I recommend that you check out this weekend. What about you? What stores will you be hitting for Mother’s Day gifts?

March 27, 2009 | Posted by Ching under Tips

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Basics of Electricity

We got to watch this in LW today…

March 26, 2009 | Posted by Ching under Videos

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Ching is a Dorkus Maximus

So I issued my first press release on Monday. There’s nothing like tooting your own horn! LOL.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Modern-Day Relic Announces Launch of Online Jewelry Store

Wichita, Kansas, March 23, 2009 — Modern-Day Relic is proud to announce the grand opening of its online jewelry store Moderndayrelic.com, which officially launched March 23, 2009. Proprietor and artisan, Cherrie Brubaker (@chingay on Twitter if you would like to follow her), says she is eager to share her fabulous jewelry with the world.

Besides Brubaker’s creations, Modern-Day Relic also offers jewelry created by other designers. Modern-Day Relic is currently showcasing fashion jewelry from Cebu, Philippines. Fashion jewelry pieces from Cebu are usually made of handcrafted wood and coconut shell beads. Coconuts are abundant in the Philippines, so coconut shells are commonly used to create unique pendants and beads. Artisans also use seashells and other materials like rattan, abaca, raffia, seeds and stones to achieve interesting texture and color variation in their jewelry designs.

“We collaborate with other jewelry designers, importers, and wholesalers in order to provide a unique selection of jewelry to our discerning clientele,” says Brubaker who describes her own creations as jewelry that’s fun to wear. “The best jewelry pieces reflect the personality of the person wearing them,” adds Brubaker.

As a grand opening promotion, Modern-Day Relic is offering free shipping on all orders placed by March 31, 2009. Visit Moderndayrelic.com to browse their exotic collection of fashion jewelry imported from Cebu and Brubaker’s own fun, funky jewelry creations.

For more information, contact cherrie@moderndayrelic.com or visit the online store at Moderndayrelic.com.

March 25, 2009 | Posted by Ching under Projects

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Plug Into the Smart Grid

March 25, 2009 | Posted by Ching under Videos

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It’s Official, Ching is a Jewelry Maker

The other day (Saturday) Becca asked me to shorten a couple of necklaces for her. I told her that I would do one better: I would shorten the necklaces and use the excess beads to make earrings! Anyway, I told her that I would need some time to complete her custom jewelry project because I have an online jewelry store now and I have to build my store inventory. She was like, no problem just so long as the jewelry would be ready in time for their trip to Sandals St. Lucia in three weeks.

Guess what. Both necklaces are finished. I did the one shown above last night and I finished the other tonight. Despite having drank a whole liter of sangria with dinner, I was able to work on the jewelry. LOL. Maybe I could have done a better job if I wasn’t a little tipsy. I did take some shortcuts.

For instance, I just fastened each end instead of restringing the necklaces. I hate stringing beads. That is so tedious. I think that’s why I only make earrings. Earrings are so much more fun to make than necklaces! LOL.

Anyway, it’s official. I’m a bonafide jewelry maker now!

March 23, 2009 | Posted by Ching under Projects

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My Poor Baby is Sick

So Brian ended up catching whatever it is I had last week after all, despite his best efforts otherwise. Here’s how our conversation went on Saturday, the first day he realize he’s officially sick:

BRIAN: I hate you!

ME: Why?

BRIAN: You got me sick!

ME: It’s not my fault you caught my cooties. I suppose it is inevitable. We share the same bed, after all. Besides, you’re the one who started it!

BRIAN: What do you mean?

ME: You traveled to a foreign country and brought their germs back with you.

BRIAN: I wasn’t sick when I returned.

ME: No, but you had GERMS because you came from GERMany where they have MANY GERMS!

Bwa ha ha hah ha ha! Sometimes I just crack myself up. =P

March 23, 2009 | Posted by Ching under Health

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