From the Corner of the Basement

Just wanted to say I am thankful to know all of you!

Well, most of you...

Alright, alright, ALL of you.

May you and yours have a blessed day, week, month, year, decade, century (I would go further, but you don't have the elixir of life).

My sources tell me that the po-po are heavy this weekend near NLQP.

This is all based on rumors and hearsay, so take it as you will.

Seems someone bought something from the park (or from the state park, unclear) and went home, took it and died. An investigation commenced. I hear they brought in dogs this week, and that the grab-bag guy was arrested. I also hear that there will be a major undercover presence and even cars driving through (as well as increased stops in the areas outside the gate… Continue

Time to nominate the musicians you appreciate. I would love to get on the ballot, so put Danny Longhair for Singer/Songwriter...please!

Voted for Waterband, Blonde Boy Grunt and the Groans and a few other favorites of mine.

Got to http://www.clevescene.com/ and look for the "Music Awards 2009 Nominate" link.

A Solstice Poem

Moon-clad bells
of silver shine.
Nanna curtsey's,
then declines.
Chiming the time
as they ring
Ra arises
from slumbering.
Northern winds frozen,
and southern warmth,
as Earth awaits
spring rains' warmth.

Hearts grow gladdened
by friends' embrace.
Hopeful wonder
'pon a child's face.
Well wishes blossom
'neath friendly cheer.
Thoughts may turn
toward those not near.
Finding comfort in
memories requiem
while still enjoying
present times.

For seasons change
and birth anew
b… Continue

Hey there,

As a few of you know I code a Java text-based game as a hobby/obsession. For over two years it has been hosted for free on a server out west. This week the server owner posted he will be ending all service on 12/20/2008, and so my game will be taking leave from the web.

I am looking for a server space, preferably Linux OS with Sun Java, ANT and MYSQL (not picky, just preferred) . Asking here just in case someone knows of anyone with a box that wouldn't mind a guest.

Been a good two… Continue