22 Feb 2010 | Three essential (and free!) apps you need right now

Three essential (and free!) apps you need right now

Computers come with a myriad of programs preinstalled, paid for by the software companies who write them. This helps lower the cost of the computer itself, but often dupes the consumer into paid subscription services that expire after the consumer grows to rely on them. Additionally, some Windows programs that just plain suck (surprise!).
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1 Jan 2010 | Better off a memory

Better off a memory

His last contact with the woman was three years ago at the girl’s holiday recital. It was accidental. He arrived late, squeezing and weaving between camera wielding parents – all leaning awkwardly to get the perfect shot of little Johnny or Susie – and stood with his back against the cushioned wall beneath the basketball [...]

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14 Dec 2009 | Resolved: Windows 7 Wireless-N connectivity issue

Resolved: Windows 7 Wireless-N connectivity issue

My three year old Dell Inspiron E1505 laptop has been chugging along nicely for the last three years, being subject to a hand full of upgrades in the process. I’ve already burned through three batteries, two hard drives, and one memory stick, but overall it’s been the most reliable laptop I’ve owned in the last [...]

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Recruit survival guide (politically correct remix)

Recruit survival guide (politically correct remix)

12 Oct 2009 | 3 Comments

I got into a fair amount of hot water over the original Recruit Survival Guide, prompting me to assign the post the algorithmically unbreakable password of YatYas98 and rewrite it to appease softer hearts. I blame the tree-hugging, save-the-whales, why-can’t-we-just-all-get-along, make-love-not-war whistle blowers, not my command who had to take...

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My Dad

My Dad

5 Aug 2009 | 14 Comments

Today is my Dad’s 70th birthday, and he’s awesome. He can build or fix anything under the sun. He’s got kickass stories of his youth in the 1950s of the crazy crap he and his brothers pulled in small town North Dakota. His humor is dry but his temper is...

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Two story home FAIL

Two story home FAIL

31 Jul 2009 | 5 Comments

The inaugural FAIL photo is that of a trailer home on cinder blocks and stilts that Lilly I found on the road to Edisto Beach, South Carolina. If you ever get the chance to visit Edisto Beach, avoid it at all costs because it’s lame as hell. Feel free to make...

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Confused Marine debuts hybrid service uniform

Confused Marine debuts hybrid service uniform

6 Jun 2009 | 44 Comments

Below is a picture of the United States Marine Corps Service C (left) and A (right) uniforms. The Service C uniform, dubbed “Charlies” or “Chucks” is authorized for leave and liberty and is most commonly worn by drill instructors during the summer months for days such as Family Day, graduation,...

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Slander defined

Slander defined

18 May 2009 | 81 Comments

8:16pm EDST – look take this down u do not have permission to have her photos up nor to accuse me of child abuse u stupid lil man..i said i would play nice to begin with test me..really..its slander..look it up.. Slander words falsely spoken that damage the reputation of another defame: charge...

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Marine Corps Combat Fitness Test (CFT)

Marine Corps Combat Fitness Test (CFT)

15 May 2009 | 2 Comments

The CFT consists of three events: an 880 yard run, ammo can lifts, and maneuver under fire. 880 Yard Run: Marines will run for 880 yards while wearing boots and camouflage uniform (trousers and skivvie shirt). Ammo Can Lifts: Marines will lift a 30 pound ammo can from the ground, over their...

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Yesterday

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Its official... I'm going to answer the door totally shit-faced. Please forgive me, pizza delivery guy. [jaymekohler]
10:19pm via Twitter
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Dear bank account, I'm sorry. I've been drinking. [jaymekohler]
9:00pm via Twitter

March 7th

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One more reason to avoid marriage: Not having to take the obviously staged engagement photos. [jaymekohler]
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I realized what a dirty old man I've become after I watched Miley Cyrus' entire 3:43 performance in the 2009 Teen Choice Awards. Dammit. [jaymekohler]
8:29pm via Twitter

March 6th

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439 new Marines! Yut! [jaymekohler]
9:29am via Twitter

March 4th

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Had to use a couple hrs of the Crucible to take my Microeconomics final exam. Back now, waiting for company to return frm the night hike. [jaymekohler]
10:52pm via Twitter

March 3rd

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Stepping for the Crucible in 35 min. [jaymekohler]
2:52am via Twitter

March 2nd

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100% on my last accounting test, making me exempt from the final. Finishing Accnt I with a 97%. [jaymekohler]
7:39pm via Twitter
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Ahhhhhh... Boxer shorts. [jaymekohler]
6:53am via Twitter

March 1st

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In the last three business days, I've lost and made almost $10k in my stock market game. This proves I have no idea what I'm doing. [jaymekohler]
4:21pm via Twitter

February 28th

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Clean sheets and new pillows. I can dig it. [jaymekohler]
11:14pm via Twitter

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  • LCpl Felix on Confused Marine debuts hybrid service uniform: He was trying to start a new trend with the “Chalfas”, i mean it looks pretty cool, loose, comfy, chillaxed…
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  • JEFF LEARY on Recruit survival guide (politically correct remix): GUNNY, RECRUITS NEED WHAT THEY ARE TAUGHT! AND IF ANYONE KNOWS, I DO! WHEN I WAS…
  • Jayme on Confused Marine debuts hybrid service uniform: That’s what I’ve been trying to say!…
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  • The author.Born in the year of the Dragon, the author grudgingly accepts the fact he has too many interests and not enough time. A cyclist as long as he can remember, an avid yet inconsistent writer since age eleven, and a U.S. Marine since age twenty-one, the author also adds web design, snowboarding, and motorcycles to his list of interests. Incidentally, he is aware of his inability to make a living from any but the Corps. The author accepts this as fact and remains optimistic. Feel free to drop him a line.