Archive for April, 2006
Osama bin Laden’s Latest Diatribe
Sunday, April 23rd, 2006
I understand the demon djinn just released a new audio tape. Apparently his current cave (or equivalent primitive dwelling) doesn’t sport rudimentary video facilities. He called for a Muslim boycott of American goods. Let’s see, a short list of American exports could consist of food, airplanes, medical technology, computer operating systems, and [...]
Back on Track
Sunday, April 23rd, 2006
As of Thursday the 20th, I began my F-16 transition course (TX2, in our parlance) along with six others. We’re going to have academics on and off for at least the next month. We’ll begin "flying" the simulators later this week. We won’t start flying for another week after that. Once we begin, [...]
In Case You Were Wondering
Tuesday, April 18th, 2006
I’ve been in the process of moving from Germany to Japan. I’m currently in Arizona, trying to pump some iron, run some laps around an airbase, and remembering which way to push the stick to make "Houses get bigger/Houses get smaller." Blogging will be sporadic. I promise!
Weekend Blog Reading
Saturday, April 1st, 2006
Here are a few noteworthy readings: On the Return of History. When Cynicism Meets Fanaticism.