Rafa Jenn Brings The Darth In Hexagon

A sexy little print just got released by Rafa a few days ago. It's 20" x 24" - in my definition - a perfect print. It's also released as an edition of only 24. Unfortunately it's a bit on the steep side of $99 per print. Personally, I think prints shouldn't go past $25, but cool nonetheless.

Ace Attornies Meet Justice

Man, I love geek humor. Especially geek humor made by manga artists who have a good sense of humor. Who all enjoy playing video games. And reading comic books. Courtesy of John Su.

More KAWS Than Smurf Action Movies

With his latest opening at Honor Fraser, "The Long Way Home," KAWS officially solidifies his position as a contemporary genius of his time. And you all thought Kanye was just talkin' out of his ass when he was applauding this guy years back. Okay, okay - Kanye's still a moron, but you gotta admit this stuff is pretty frickin' epic.

Hang In There Jack Gives Us Tacos

Apparently, starting midnight tonight until 11:59PM tomorrow night (in other words, the entire day tomorrow, Tuesday), Jack In The Box is giving away 2 free tacos in an attempt to raise funds for Jack's cause.

Though I have successfully banned every single fast food item out there, I've yet to curb my addiction to Jack's tacos. So, in a way, this promotion will probably just send me into greater withdrawal when I try to stop eating them. Anyway, enough about me. Here's a printable image of 8 coupons on a page to save you some paper.

Framed Stuff, Makes Everything Cooler

I think I found the perfect way to display my vintage cameras, as suggested by my fellow blogger Sonia at Unplggd. Though, the rest are just a few ideas I'd like to further play with in the future as a fun little DIY project...

AmrA II: Too Real For Comfort

You should never glorify war, but there's just something mindblowing about having graphics so real that it makes you believe you're actually experiencing the actual event itself. With sound work this good (just listen to engines and gunfire), it's hard to not be amazed by this little action gem set to be released later this year on PC.

The Second Amendment, Life, And Death

An argument ensued in the forums over an article written by the Examiner expressing the need to bear arms and the injustice of jailing a person attempting to protect his family from a robber breaking into his house with a firearm. I found the arguments both insightful and entertaining - for both the duality of man always becomes apparent when it comes to matters such as life and death.

It all started by a simple opinion from a would-be defender of human life:

The problem with guns is that while they may prevent crime, they quickly turn non-lethal crimes into potentially lethal outcomes. The punk who just broke into your house to steal for drug money does not deserve to die, nor does the guy who uses a gun to hold up a liquor store, or the guy who mugs you on the street. They all deserve punishment, but death is not an appropriate outcome. Universal gun possession makes it so that all crime now faces a real threat of death. While this may lower the likelihood of some crimes, it is merely traded off for the potential of worse outcomes that - importantly - will probably not be statistically codified itself as crime.

We have great examples of low-crime countries that have high gun ownership, mid-gun ownership, and 0 gun ownership. Maybe it is not about the guns, it is about the people - and then the question becomes, are American's the right sort of people to have unfettered access to guns.

Immediately, a fiery backlash from the Digg community ensued:

"The punk who just broke into your house to steal for drug money does not deserve to die,"

Yes he does. Can you tell the difference between someone breaking into your house to rape you or rob you...you don't know until after the fact.

"nor does the guy who uses a gun to hold up a liquor store, or the guy who mugs you on the street."

Yes, they do. They initiated an act of violence and in the liquor store case, he was ready to kill you if need be.

Followed by an emotional stance about life, ethics, and an equation regarding how stuff literally equates to your life:

"Using deadly force in protection of property is never justified legally"

ITS ALWAYS justified.

this boggles my mind when people say its JUST possessions

Possessions are my LIFE. Literally and FACTUALLY.

My first car cost me $4500 plus registration inspection and insurance. about $5500 for that first year.

Its not so much a possession as it is 34 WEEKS OF MY VERY LIFE. (this was back when I was 19)

If you steal my car your not stealing my car.

your LITERALLY AND FACTUALLY STEALING 34 WEEKS OF MY VERY LIFE that I spent to PAY for that god damned car.

Thats around 8 MONTHS OF MY LIFE. Of My Blood and SWEAT working my ASS OF just so I could have that god damned car.

HOW DARE you belittle 34 weeks of my LIFE.

I am sorry but MY LIFE means something to me. I will DEFEND MY LIFE with deadly force if need be.

You say your life is not worth that car.

I say your analogy is flawed.

I say my car is worth more than that crooks life.

NOW I will not go out of my way to kill someone. I HOPE I won't hesitate if the need arises. I HOPE the need will never arise.

But I damned well know I WILL protect my "possessions" with any and all needed force if I am compelled to.

Theft is right up there with MURDER no where near as bad mind you but ITS UP THERE.

you steal my car you MURDERED 34 weeks of my life.

POOF GONE. those 34 weeks meant NOTHING they are meaningless now. So are the next 34 weeks as I work my ass off to buy another one.

I am INSULTED that my LIFE means so little to you that you think I should not be able to DEFEND IT.

that you think the life of a CRIMINAL is worth more than a portion of MY LIFE.

How DARE YOU.

Filipino Ginataang Gulay Vegetables Simmered in Coconut Milk Recipe

Ginataan means mixing a variety of ingredients such as vegetables, seafood, or fruits are simmered in coconut milk. It can be sweet or savory, but I like it warm and hearty. Here's an nice easy little recipe to make these dirty little recession days pass by a bit better.

• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, julienned
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 Japanese eggplants (or any varietal, about 1 pound), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1/2 pound green beans, cut into 2-inch lengths
• 2 tablespoons fermented shrimp or crab paste
• 12 ounces canned or freshly squeezed coconut milk
• hot chiles, to taste (optional)

In a heavy saucepan, saute the garlic, ginger, and onions in the vegetable oil over medium heat until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the eggplant and green beans and cook for 2 minutes while stirring frequently.

Stir in the shrimp paste, coconut milk, and hot chiles (if using). Cover the saucepan and simmer for about 8 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with either more shrimp paste or salt if necessary. Serve with hot rice and enjoy!

Sew Sew Ultimate Ninjas And Clouds

A nice little alternative if you're tired of Domokun and the "ugly" cute monsters that everyone have. Get 'em here.

Anne, Alex, and Augie's Appealing Abode

A nice mix of mid-century modern, friendly and durable IKEA pieces, with a bright palette to bring a would-be dated Victorian into the new age. The whole tour can be found at AT.

OMG! PSN Games Are Free!

A bit of an oldie, but a classic example of epic failure nonetheless:

A member at Gametrailers forums had only 3 dollars in his store account. He went and bought the COD4 map pack and he was shocked to see that he could buy a map pack that is 7 dollars. He then thought that they where all free and continued downloading almost everything in the store, only to realize a few hours later that the store saves your account info and takes out money without having to add funds. I'd hate to be that kid right now.

ok..i have about 3 dollars on my account and i tried to download the COD4 maps and it worked!!! and i started to download almost everything on the PSN!!!!
OMG!!!

Doris' Apartment In Brazil

Talk about mucho slicko. More unbelievable sights of pure awesomeness, over here.