The Media User

Aug 03

There is nothing new

So I’m telling my wife about tumblr, and she recites 17 different sites where you can easily set up a blog, or business website with minimum hassle.

Aug 02

Bikesnob defines "peloton" and "schmuck" - This blog is the best.  In this excerpt he describes improper use of the word peloton by a group of cycling vacationers.  Hilarious.

“There are many things you can call this group: fellow vacationers; traveling companions; even siblings-in-arms. However, you cannot call them a “peloton,” despite the writer’s use of the term. Despite what some people think, a “peloton” is not simply any group of cyclists riding together; in order to be a “peloton,” they have to be racing. Groups are defined by their purpose. Similarly, not every group of people on a long line is “a bunch of schmucks;” they have to be waiting for something stupid, like the new iPhone or a pair of limited-edition Nikes.”

X1FM Network: LCD Soundsystem and Hot Chip -

Hi, I’m Adam, and this is your X1FM Music News!

LCD Soundsystem and Hot Chip have announced details of co-headline tour of the US.
The bands, who have both counted guitarist Al Doyle as a member and are old friends, will hit the road together in October, kicking off with a show at Hollywood Bowl…

Eight Horse Hitch, at the Carver Country (MN) Fair - Draft Horse Show.  Best entertainment value, ever.

Eight Horse Hitch, at the Carver Country (MN) Fair - Draft Horse Show.  Best entertainment value, ever.

wr3n:

Come on, ride the train
Pics from my Henry Doorly Zoo & Wildlife Safari set on Flickr.

wr3n:

Come on, ride the train

Pics from my Henry Doorly Zoo & Wildlife Safari set on Flickr.

“Not the victory but the action; Not the goal but the game; In the deed the glory.” — Carved into the Southwest Corner of Memorial Stadium, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska.

tumblrbot asked: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE INANIMATE OBJECT?

My bicycle.

Aug 01

Fourth social network?

So I had it figured out. Twitter for quick posts conferences, low touch networking. Facebook for friends family, personal acquaintances, and LinkedIn for professional networking. Along comes Timblr….so here I am, a sucker for the next thing. Let’s see where this takes us. I already love the no 140 character limit, and the lack of “follower” listings.