Inspiration picks o’ the day

I thought, “What the heck, might as well share some fun stuff I’ve rolled across today.” I mean, when I’m out of inspiration, I use StumbleUpon to browse the Net. It works.

Without further ado:

Totally brilliant composition.

http://designcollector.net/anka-zhuravleva

And Union Hardware in Bethesda actually did Starry Night into a mural–using knobs they sell.

http://www.styleture.com/2011/11/09/starry-night-mural/

And in the new homes division:

Hobitat. What . . . → Read More: Inspiration picks o’ the day

Cocktails with Gloom

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“This is not the cleavage you were looking for,” is what he told the guy at the bar who was staring at him. And this was not a pickup joint, anyhow, nor a place to meet clients; this was his favorite neighborhood dive, or close enough. So Gloom took his third? Fourth? Hypnotini back to his table–maybe a bit unsteadily–and sat again at the booth he had to himself. . . . → Read More: Cocktails with Gloom

The Terrible Local Aftermath of Irene

Hurricanes are not really funny. However, I shall always take the opportunity for silliness. Behold, the terrible devastation, twice in one week! Now, where did I put that camera? Photo-essay attached. . . . → Read More: The Terrible Local Aftermath of Irene

East Coast Earthquake Day!

Direct from Beautiful Rockville, Maryland! It’s about time I had something to log in for. How about a photo essay? . . . → Read More: East Coast Earthquake Day!

What Railroaders Think About That…

And I don’t mean just us passenger rail wonks. The editor of Railway Age criticizes the latest dismantle-Amtrak foolishness. . . . → Read More: What Railroaders Think About That…