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Star Wars Action Figures: The Dark Side

Star Wars Action Figures: The Dark Side

From McMorran dot org: It's just a box of rocks.... yes, it's the Planet Alderaan. Post-destruction, the play value of this toy was somewhat diminished. Recreate the moisture farm massacre - Luke's aunt and uncle* killed by imperial stormtroopers all over again!! We...

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Online Invoicing and Billing

Online Invoicing and Billing

In trying to be "Greener" in my consulting business, I am shifting away from paper billing and into online invoicing. This would allow my clients to choose if the wanted to receive regular invoices in the mail, or electronic copies in their email. I could also...

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Attack of the Killer Plants

Attack of the Killer Plants

Almost all green plants grow towards the sunlight, but what if where you have the plant doesn't allow enough sunlight? The Playcoalition believes they have the answer with a planter that has a set of robotic legs that help the plant walk around and find the light as...

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Clapperboard Alarm Clock

Clapperboard Alarm Clock

Don't want to be late to your first day on a major motion picture? This unique alarm clock may be the answer. Once the alarm starts, you’ll have to 'clap it' to stop the sound. $35 from Chinavision

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Optical Illusion #2

Optical Illusion #2

If you stare at the blinking pink dots, you will see only one color, pink. If you look at the the + in the center, you will see a circle of pink dots and a rotating green dot. Now, stare at the + without moving your eyes. The pink dots will disappear and you will see...

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All things big and small

All things big and small

Putting the entire universe into proportion, from the smallest particle to the largest measurements of space is no easy task and Nikon's Universcale web app, does just that.

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Is Public Storage Safe?

Is Public Storage Safe?

At a recent visit to my local Public Storage facility, I found that my storage unit had a different lock on it, from the one I placed on it. A trip to the office to speak with the manager of the facility, quickly revealed just how safe Public Storage, at least this...

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