a what?

If you ever want to try something funny, ask an employee of an Apple Store, like this one in Shadyside, for a piece of paper and a pencil. Blank stares. Mild confusion. “Um, can I just email you a list or something?” It took five minutes.

technology.

Helpfully, ESPN has already played Saturday’s game, via video game NCAA ’07 on one of the game platforms, I don’t remember which. What we learned: Troy locked up the Heisman by throwing for three touchdowns vs. only one interception, and running for an additional 48 yards. Gonzo had two of the catches and Teddy caught… Read More technology.

crafty.

I got in touch with my artsy side today, prompting a venture into our local JoAnn Fabrics store. Men apparently appear at JoAnn Fabrics — at least, this JoAnn Fabrics — frequently enough that no one bothered to look my way as I wandered around. But once I picked up the bolts I needed and… Read More crafty.

big time.

So when my brief mid-life crisis manifested itself last week with an uncontrollable urge to play around with this here blog, I inadvertently made a change that makes Uncle Crappy look a whole lot more interesting than it really is. Here’s what I did: Blogger had been pestering me for a couple of weeks to… Read More big time.

freaking.

Welcome to Uncle Crappy, The Holy Shit I Turn 40 Tomorrow Edition. I don’t have the money to rush out and buy a sports car, so I’m tinkering with the blog instead. There are some things that require a fair amount of tinkering — and I may decide to go with a whole other template… Read More freaking.

thinking.

* Did you see the boys totally handle the Hawkeyes on Saturday? Despite the offensive domination, I really have to think the Bucks’ defense was the standout crew. They held up against an experienced quarterback – probably the best in the Big Ten outside Troy Smith – and actually played very well against the run.… Read More thinking.