Monthly Archives: December 2012

Nerd Overpopulation

This truck driver hauling a tractor-trailer load of computers stops for a beer. As he approaches the bar he sees a big sign on the door saying “Nerds Not Allowed – Enter At Your Own Risk!” He goes in and … Continue reading

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Florist Mistake

On opening his new store, a man received a bouquet of flowers. He became dismayed on reading the enclosed card, that it expressed “Deepest Sympathy”. While puzzling over the message, his telephone rang. It was the florist, apologizing for having … Continue reading

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Job Search Woes

Catherine, a RN, was unhappy with her job, so she submitted her resignation. She was sure she’d have no trouble finding a new position, because of the nursing shortage in her area. She e-mailed cover letters to dozens of potential … Continue reading

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Nudiustertian

PRONUNCIATION: (noo-dee-uhs-TUR-shuhn, nyoo-) http://wordsmith.org/words/nudiustertian.mp3 MEANING: (adjective), Of or relating to the day before yesterday. ETYMOLOGY: From Latin nudius tertius, literally, today is the third day. Earliest documented use: 1647. Also see hesternal (relating to yesterday) hodiernal (relating to today). It … Continue reading

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Meraki WiFi Stumbler

Cisco Meraki WiFi Stumbler Freeware Network (Java) Release Date: Visit site for latest applet. Pros: Browser-based, no software to install. PC and Mac compatible. Quickly discovers nearby access points. Cons: Very basic. Virtually no user interaction. Data not exportable. Bottom … Continue reading

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Penny Problems

After tucking their three-year-old child Sammy in for bed one night, his parents heard sobbing coming from his room. Rushing back in, they found him crying hysterically. He managed to tell them that he had swallowed a penny and he … Continue reading

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Numismatics

PRONUNCIATION: (noo-miz-MAT-iks, -mis-, nyoo-) http://wordsmith.org/words/numismatics.mp3 MEANING: (noun), The study or collection of currency: coins, notes, and sometimes similar objects, such as medals. ETYMOLOGY: From Latin numisma (coin, currency), from Greek nomisma (current coin, custom), from nomos (custom). Ultimately from the … Continue reading

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Fireman Bob

Fireman Bob rushed into a burning building and rescued a beautiful young lady who was clad only in the top half of her baby-doll nightgown. He carried her in his arms down three flights of stairs and saved her from … Continue reading

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The Rescue

A ladder was placed against the bedroom window of a burning house, and a young fireman rushed up. Inside was a curvy brunette in a see-through nightie. “Aha,” said he, “You’re the second pregnant girl I’ve rescued this year!” Although, … Continue reading

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No Sound Support

I recently purchased a new PC from one of the major computer manufacturers. I placed my order via the web but asked for them to call me for my credit card information. So, after a couple days of phone tag, … Continue reading

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