The Sun

Somewhere out there is a super cool Japanese satellite circling the sun. Here is some footage from it.

Social Networking

Ok, so I am reluctantly a member of friendster, myspace, facebook, linkedin, and most recently flixter. And all, theoretically so I can keep in touch with people. I have to admit that myspace has reunited me with a few lost friends, but how many of these things do I have to join? I think instead of or in addition to issuing social security numbers when you are born, you should get your own domain name. It would last throughout your life and be an easy way to find anyone....assuming they wanted to be found. I know that would generally create all types of problems, like potential employers reading your blog.....but it would generate more traffic on my website and that is all I want.

Oh, watch out for flixster. I wouldn't join it if I were you. They freely admit, at least on venture capital websites, that use viral marketing. For those of you unfamiliar with the term...they ask for your e-mail and password and will spam your entire address book if you are not careful.

Thesis

I am working on my thesis. It is about extinct South African baboon species differentiation using dental microwear. Sound interesting? Leave a comment.

Gmail is Down

I can't believe it. Google is my hero. Why isn't gmail working. Some rumors on the net say that google engineers are working on it diligently and will be back in a few hours. How can I get my gmail fix while in class?