Midwest Products - Japanese Zero Kit #425

Japanese Zero

Last weekend I built the Midwest Products Japanese Zero model. It took a couple of hours on a Sunday afternoon to make. It is a nice balsa and tissue paper model powered by a rubber-band. The model was fun to build and fly.

If you like model airplanes, look for this classic on Ebay. It is kit #425.

Whitewings Tri-Linear 900L Lindberg Model Airplane

I had the opportunity to build this really easy to assemble Whitewings Tri-Linear 900L Lindberg model airplane. It is a thick paper airplane.

It flies like a dream. You can either fly it via hand toss, or use a sling shot.

If you are looking for an airplane to build in the morning, and fly all afternoon, this is it.

900L Lindberg

Pulled Pork

Pulled Pork

The other day my wife made pulled pork. She cooked it in a slow cooker all day.

When I went to cut it up and pull it apart, I did it mostly by hand. It truly was hand pulled pork. It simply melted in your mouth it was so tender.

Delicious.

Kudzu Blossom Jelly

In my last post on Moonshine Jelly I mentioned a neat general store where you can get some unusual food. While I was there, I purchased some Kudzu Blossom Jelly.

For those of you who may not know, Kudzu is a vine which is native to Japan. It was introduced in the Southern United States in a variety of ways. The largest introduction was from the Soil Conservation Service. It is now considered a week, and responsible for enormous habitat destruction in the Southeastern United States.

Kudzu Blossom Jelly seems to be at least some practical use for it. This jelly is a surprisingly sweet jelly with a nice "wild" taste. I would recommend eating as much as you like and help save the South.

Moonshine Jelly

Moonshine Jelly

There are few things that I must say are quite entertaining about living in South Carolina. I went into a restaurant/general store in Pumpkintown, SC. Yes "Pumpkintown"! The general store called Pumpkintown Mountain at the Pumpkintown Opera. They have an unusual assortment of foods including Moonshine Jelly. I could not pass on such an opportunity to try such a treat.

Moonshine Jelly, Toast, and Coffee

I don't know what I was expecting. I thought it might taste like alcohol, or have a sharp taste. Actually, it has a sweet taste with a pleasant "moonshine" taste. I would recommend trying some if you get a chance. You will not be disappointed, and may even feel like you are getting away with something from them "Revenue agents".

NY and the Gay Marriage FAIL

Image via Wikipedia

I am not opposed to civil unions, but I believe marriage is between a man and a woman. This is one of my core beliefs, and I don't think the legislature should be so shallow to disregard this generally accepted tenet. I want to encourage an open and accepting society, but this is unacceptable to me. I feel like it cheapens my own marriage.

I know this kind of remark will likely draw some lightening rod remarks, but my personal belief system is based on a Christian lifestyle. I am not one to condemn gay and lesbian lifestyles, but please don't throw acid in my face on marriage. Perhaps my views will change in the future, but marriage seems fairly entrenched. That said, I have evolved over time, and perhaps this will too. At the moment, I see it as a FAIL on the part of the NY and other legislatures around the country. 
 

SD Times: Science, observation, and common sense improve UI designs

I just read an article on UI design in SD Times. The article is a good reminder of what you should do with a UI. However, the article itself was an "eye sore". The combination of the images, logos, and colors did not follow the UI guidelines themselves. It is actually funny to read an article about UI design, and think "Wow this article layout sucks!".

The online article is much nicer than the magazine.

MarsEdit Blogging Software for Mac

Sleepy Java

This entry is done with MarsEdit. Like Ecto, this is easy to install and use software. I think I may like it more than Ecto. It has a nice preview function to view your post, before publishing.

Ecto Blogging Software for Mac

Ecto by Illuminex is blogging software for the mac. It has a simple user interface and connects to almost any blogging software available. More details on Ecto can be found on their website. This post was added using it. It was very easy to understand and use. I also added some additional information after publishing and it was just as easy.

Tux at SELF-2011

I seem to have found Tux at the Southeast Linuxfest (SELF-2011). He was having quite a blast. He seems to have bought a round for the table.