Again from the radio today, was the phrase “necessary” security, and how now, with 9-11 so “far” in our past, we regard “necessary” security measures as an extreme inconvenience. The question is, what exactly IS necessary security?
Incontrovertible vs Overwhemling
I was listening to a recording of the vice president talking about the “overwhelming” evidence of links between Saddam Hussein and Al-queda. I was reminded of the Cuban missile crisis and the phrase “incontrovertible” evidence of soviet missiles in Cuba.
Uber-Dreamscape
Sometimes when laying in bed, trying to fall asleep, I get a bit contemplative.
Coffee Drinker’s Mantra
It is by caffeine alone I set my mind in motion, It is by the beans of Java that the thoughts acquire speed, the hands acquire shaking, the shaking becomes a warning. It is by caffeine alone I set my mind in motion.
A Programmer’s Prayer
Blessed be, the caffeine which giveth me alertness and maketh my code appear clear.