Command Performance

My father-in-law is having one of those milestone birthdays (the big 6-0) and I'll be gone this week to help celebrate. Fortunately for you, my departure coincides nicely with Donna's return. Ernie not only has been writing good stuff lately, but does it all the time. (And I'm not just saying this because he actually owns my dad's novel.) Howard's on fire, and it's coming on winter so go enjoy the heat. Speaking of winter, you'd better get over to boingboing too; it's the ultimate spot for finding swank holiday gifts.

Otherwise, I have a hard time with recommendations or favorites, as the entire right hand side of this this page links you to intelligent, creative, artistic, thought provoking and/or miscreant individuals. Turn off the TV.* They've got the stuff. If you're in the U.S., vote, and since you're reading this you might want to check here and here before you do. See you 'round the 11th.

* You have my permission to watch Larry Lessig's appearance on Tech TV's Big Thinkers. Most of the program centers on Eldred-related issues (context please! is the set for real or pure atmosphere?), and there's a witty kick at the end. Ok, you can watch Scott Adams as well, but then it's lights out.