Picasa Web Albums
Updated the web album of our San Diego trip. We managed to do at least one activity every day.
Saturday: Said goodbye to the dog and left for airport at 5:00 AM, landed at LAX at 9:30AM. Visited Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley. This was a highlight of the trip. Drove through Santa Monica mountains and down the coast. When it says 15 MPH they mean 15 MPH! Stopped at Malibu to dip our toes in the Pacific. Dropped by our first house in Stanton, Spent the night in Buena Park.
Sunday: Had a huge breakfast at Po-Folks. Visited Knott's Berry Farm. Rode a lot of coasters, saw a few gunfights and ate at Mrs. Knott's Chicken Ranch. Walked back to hotel and crashed.
Monday: After another huge breakfast at Po-Folks drove to Palm Springs where it was a mild 101 degrees (vs. predicted 112). Took Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to 8615 feet above the desert. 71 degrees on top. Took 1.5 mile nature trail walk. Left Palm Springs and took the scenic route 74 through the San Jacinto Mountains to Carlsbad. When it says 15 MPH they mean 15 MPH!
Tuesday: drove to the Carlsbad beach area before Legoland opened. It is very pretty. Spent the day at Legoland doing Lego things. Then drove to San Diego. Had dinner at El Pollo Loco, and old favorite of David & Betsy. You can't go back.
Wednesday: Went to Seaport Village for breakfast with a view. Visited the Midway aircraft carrier museum. Very impressive. Watched the America's Cup champion Stars & Stripes sail in the bay from on top of the carrier. Later Betsy & Eric took the amphibious Seal Tour and David drove around looking at all the sailboat marinas at Point Loma and Shelter Island. Wednesday night we drove through Coronado Beach and had dinner on the water.
Thursday: went to Balboa Park and visited the Photographic & Science Museums. That night we went to Old Town for an authentic Mexican meal.
Friday: Said goodbye to San Diego and drove to Yorba Linda to the Nixon Library. On the way we stopped at several favorite furniture stores. You can't go back. Nixon Library was great. Had chili hamburgers for dinner from Tommy's. They were as good as I remembered! Drove LAX to stay near the airport.
Saturday: flew home. The dog missed us.
Wednesday, August 09, 2006
Tuesday, August 01, 2006
San Diego
San Diego Trip Photos
We are having a wonderful time. Links to photos are above. We landed Saturday morning and drove to Simi Valley to the Reagan Library. What a beautiful place. Besides the museum his library includes the Air Force One pavillion. Reagan set the record for miles flown as president. While he was in office he came up with the idea of creating the pavillion at his library so his fellow Americans could see what Air Force One was like. His friend T. Boone Pickens picked up the $35 million tab.
The Reagan Library was a great way to start the trip. We then cut through the Santa Monica Mountains on a pretty scary drive to get out to the Pac Coast Highway. Followed that to Buena Park where we spent two nights.
Sunday we went to Knott's Berry Farm. KBF is the first theme park in America. We had a lot of fun on the roller coasters and shows and were worn out by the end of the day.
Today we woke up and drove out to Palm Springs. Right outside Palm Springs is the Tramway to the San Jacinto Mountains. It really is a lot of fun. The trails on top are pretty well groomed, but do include some pretty steep inclines. Today the temperature was 30 degrees cooler on top of the mountain.
After four hours at the top we drove to Carlsbad through the San Bernadino mountains. As we drove we climbed up to 5,000 feet before working our way down to sea level at the coast.
Tomorrow Legoland, then down to San Diego.
We are having a wonderful time. Links to photos are above. We landed Saturday morning and drove to Simi Valley to the Reagan Library. What a beautiful place. Besides the museum his library includes the Air Force One pavillion. Reagan set the record for miles flown as president. While he was in office he came up with the idea of creating the pavillion at his library so his fellow Americans could see what Air Force One was like. His friend T. Boone Pickens picked up the $35 million tab.
The Reagan Library was a great way to start the trip. We then cut through the Santa Monica Mountains on a pretty scary drive to get out to the Pac Coast Highway. Followed that to Buena Park where we spent two nights.
Sunday we went to Knott's Berry Farm. KBF is the first theme park in America. We had a lot of fun on the roller coasters and shows and were worn out by the end of the day.
Today we woke up and drove out to Palm Springs. Right outside Palm Springs is the Tramway to the San Jacinto Mountains. It really is a lot of fun. The trails on top are pretty well groomed, but do include some pretty steep inclines. Today the temperature was 30 degrees cooler on top of the mountain.
After four hours at the top we drove to Carlsbad through the San Bernadino mountains. As we drove we climbed up to 5,000 feet before working our way down to sea level at the coast.
Tomorrow Legoland, then down to San Diego.
Monday, July 24, 2006
Thursday, July 20, 2006
Google Guide Quick Reference: Google Advanced Operators (Cheat Sheet)
Google Guide Quick Reference: Google Advanced Operators (Cheat Sheet)
Bookmark the above page to learn more about the power of Google and the Google toolbar. Need a residential white pages listing? Try googling
phonebook: lundeen, st. pete beach, fl
or for a business:
bphonebook: davis island yacht club, tampa fl
Bookmark the above page to learn more about the power of Google and the Google toolbar. Need a residential white pages listing? Try googling
phonebook: lundeen, st. pete beach, fl
or for a business:
bphonebook: davis island yacht club, tampa fl
Saturday, July 15, 2006
Tools To Bulletproof Firefox
Tools To Bulletproof Firefox: Here is a list of important add-ins to make Firefox safer:
NoScript: https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/722/
SiteAdvisor: http://www.siteadvisor.com/download/ff.html
Netcraft Toolbar: http://toolbar.netcraft.com/install
Google Safe Browsing: http://www.google.com/tools/firefox/safebrowsing/
Clear Private Data: https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/1280/
Password Maker: https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/469/
Wednesday, June 28, 2006
Katrina people, Katrina dogs
Tampabay: Family pleads to reclaim pets
St. Pete Times attempts to write a tear jerker of a story about a couple from New Orleans in the area trying to get their dogs back after they were adopted out after Katrina. Only problem is, the kept their dogs outside, they were heartworm positive, the were "treating the heartworm with monthly medication" and they brought their grandkids with them to use as props to create a human interest story.
The good news is, the new owners aren't giving them back and there is nothing the old owners can do. The poll of readers is running 2:1 against giving the dogs back.
St. Pete Times attempts to write a tear jerker of a story about a couple from New Orleans in the area trying to get their dogs back after they were adopted out after Katrina. Only problem is, the kept their dogs outside, they were heartworm positive, the were "treating the heartworm with monthly medication" and they brought their grandkids with them to use as props to create a human interest story.
The good news is, the new owners aren't giving them back and there is nothing the old owners can do. The poll of readers is running 2:1 against giving the dogs back.
Tuesday, June 27, 2006
Garmin: StreetPilot c320 Firmware updates
Changes made from version 5.10 to 5.20:
* Improved route calculations with car pool lanes.
Changes made from version 4.80 to 5.10:
* Added via point support (After selecting Final Destination, select Via point from Where To? menu just like you would your Final Destination. Unit will prompt you if you wish to continue on to your Final Destination by way of your Via point. Select Yes).
* Improved address searches to allow for selecting which map to search on when multiple maps are available.
* Corrected a bug where the user could get stuck in the address search pages.
* Corrected a bug where some address searches would give back invalid results.
* Added ability to save waypoints from the Browse Map page.
* Improved city searches to search across all available maps.
* Improved the timing of voice guidance prompts.
* Added WebUpdater support for Voice Guidance updates.
* Corrected a bug where navigating on a roundabout could cause the unit to lock up."
* Improved route calculations with car pool lanes.
Changes made from version 4.80 to 5.10:
* Added via point support (After selecting Final Destination, select Via point from Where To? menu just like you would your Final Destination. Unit will prompt you if you wish to continue on to your Final Destination by way of your Via point. Select Yes).
* Improved address searches to allow for selecting which map to search on when multiple maps are available.
* Corrected a bug where the user could get stuck in the address search pages.
* Corrected a bug where some address searches would give back invalid results.
* Added ability to save waypoints from the Browse Map page.
* Improved city searches to search across all available maps.
* Improved the timing of voice guidance prompts.
* Added WebUpdater support for Voice Guidance updates.
* Corrected a bug where navigating on a roundabout could cause the unit to lock up."
Windshield Mount Law
Windshield Mount Law: "NOTICE TO DRIVERS IN CALIFORNIA AND MINNESOTA: State law prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using suction mounts on their windshields while operating motor vehicles. Other Garmin dashboard or friction mounting options should be used. Garmin does not take any responsibility for any fines, penalties, or damages that may be incurred as a result of disregarding this notice. (See California Vehicle Code Section 26708(a); Minnesota Statutes 2005, Section 169.71)"
Monday, June 26, 2006
The Story of the Clearwater Beach Monster
Floridian: Man, not beast:
"The mysterious tracks spotted on Clearwater Beach in the late '40s caused quite a stir. Were they left by a monster? A giant penguin? The answer eluded everyone. Well, almost everyone."
Saturday, June 24, 2006
Eric performed in a concert today marking the end of summer band camp at Florida Southern University. Everyone was very impressive. Eric led off the concert with a snare roll intro to the Star Spangled Banner. Later he moved in front of the band to perform "Mallet Maniacs."
click on image for larger picture
Thursday, June 22, 2006
Monday, June 19, 2006
Photos Now Online
David's Picasa Web Albums
Google has updated Picasa for the first time in over a year with the beta (or test) release of Picasa Web Albums. With it they give you 250MB of free space, or for $25 a year they give you a full 6GB of space to use for over 25,000 photos online.
Right now it is invitation only. I received one today and uploaded a few albums to it including Jane's 75th birthday party, a few shots from Bermuda and some Pelican shots.
Google has updated Picasa for the first time in over a year with the beta (or test) release of Picasa Web Albums. With it they give you 250MB of free space, or for $25 a year they give you a full 6GB of space to use for over 25,000 photos online.
Right now it is invitation only. I received one today and uploaded a few albums to it including Jane's 75th birthday party, a few shots from Bermuda and some Pelican shots.
Thursday, June 15, 2006
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
Monday, June 05, 2006
Sunday, June 04, 2006
Router Project
Router Project
This page describes how setup a wireless bridge and router to grab internet access from stray wireless waves polluting your property!
Parts needed: Linksys WET54g, Linksys WRT54G, Power injector system for Linksys WET54g.
This page describes how setup a wireless bridge and router to grab internet access from stray wireless waves polluting your property!
Parts needed: Linksys WET54g, Linksys WRT54G, Power injector system for Linksys WET54g.
Saturday, June 03, 2006
Florida Bicycle Association
Home Page
Better Bicycling Means a Better Florida
New Bike Trails Brochure Available
FBA, Office of Greenways, Trails and VISIT FLORIDA have collaborated with other trail organizations to produce the new Florida Bicycle Trails brochure. The new brochure provides a guide to Florida's top paved and off-road bike trails. To obtain a copy of the brochure click on the above link, call 1-877-822-5208, or email Julie Roberts, Julie.N.Roberts@dep.state.fl.us.
Better Bicycling Means a Better Florida
New Bike Trails Brochure Available
FBA, Office of Greenways, Trails and VISIT FLORIDA have collaborated with other trail organizations to produce the new Florida Bicycle Trails brochure. The new brochure provides a guide to Florida's top paved and off-road bike trails. To obtain a copy of the brochure click on the above link, call 1-877-822-5208, or email Julie Roberts, Julie.N.Roberts@dep.state.fl.us.
Tuesday, May 30, 2006
Monday, May 29, 2006
Wireless on Abaco - The FAQ
Abaco's Community Message Board - View Single Post - Wireless on Abaco - The FAQ
More information on setting up long range WiFi on board
More information on setting up long range WiFi on board
WiFi on Board
Panbo's Marine Electronics & Communications Weblog: Om Sweet Om, with WiFi
With the 9dBi antenna I have been able to connect to base stations with a clear line of sight up to about 1 mile from the boat. We used it extensively in the Abacos over a two month period roaming from Green Turtle to Little Harbor without ever being without a usable signal. I didn't go with a higher gain antenna as this one suited my needs, but the range can be increased to 5 or 6 miles using a 15dBi standard antenna and even more using amplification.
Motorhome Wireless System
¤RadioLabs || WaveRV - Motorhome Wireless System
The WaveRV is not only the best solution, but also the simplest and most economical to connect. How do we make this so easy? Our powerful wireless board, combined with an external 360 degree antenna can expand the connection of your RV, motorhome or camping location up to 30 times the current range of your notebook. Imagine taking a powerful antenna and wireless card combination and putting it 12 feet in the air, trying to locate any wireless connections in the area. This is what RadioLabs' WaveRV is all about.
The high-gain vertical antenna, with built-in wireless card is an excellent combination of form and function. We designed this on our CNC machine and each antenna adapter is made by hand in Northern California!
Antenna comes with a 5' USB cable and an additional 15' USB extension cable for up to 20' of extension outside of your RV.
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