http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/ Artificial Death - The blog of Danish kings Sun, 19 Jun 2005 14:45:02 PDT http://www.blogdrive.com Copyright 2005. Humor Movies Politics (new) http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/archive/83.html Sun, 19 Jun 2005 22:40:25 GMT -First things first, you need dirt. This is an all-purpose ingredient and it goes with everything. The ground can only be two things; dirt and concrete. Grass, while it is present, is completely accidental outside the king's many vast palaces. -Next you must decide how large and/or important your town will be, this is dependent upon where in Morocco's varied geography you happen to be. If it's by the water or along a busy land trade route, chances are it's going to flourish more than a town in the middle of the of the Atlas mountains where goats outnumber people. If you've chosen a port... (more) http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/comments?id=83 http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/archive/82.html Wed, 05 Jan 2005 07:14:47 GMT You are witnessing the last entry on ArtificialDeath, for my date of departure is quickly approaching. Maybe this page will be here when I return. Maybe not. Oh well, it's been something. This page has killed a hell of a lot of time for me, although you can't really tell by the layout. This page didn't even make it to its 1st birthday. It would have made it if this pesky trip to Europe didn't get in the way. No complaints on my part, although I know it's unfair to you; my loyal reader(s). Let's reminisce, shall we? - This blog was briefly called Ricksylvania; can't remember why I... (more) http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/comments?id=82 http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/archive/81.html Tue, 28 Dec 2004 01:56:04 GMT So Santa has been off the job for a couple days now, holed up again in his ice fortress on top of the world. His damage done, now he plots for his eventual return. Wrapping paper is blowing through the streets like tumbleweed, crushed by those hoping to get a bargain during Boxing day-turned-to-a-week sales. At a street corner in my town a nativity scene was set up back in November. It's a nice, traditional one; no surprises there. One notable addition are the guards that were hired to protect the area 24 hours a day. This was probably done in an effort to stop bored teens from doing the... (more) http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/comments?id=81 http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/archive/80.html Wed, 22 Dec 2004 22:44:00 GMT Today was the last day of work for the year, so it looks like it's back to walking the streets. So what are you into? The Cleveland Steamer costs extra. No kissing on the mouth. Over the last few weeks I've noticed that everyday there have been cops frequenting a backroad on my route to work. There might be one every so often, but lately it's been ridiculous. Every morning at least one unfortunate soul has been snared by the iron hand of John Law. The only reason I've been able to notice them in time is because some sap, possibly seconds before I drive down the road, has been pulled... (more) http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/comments?id=80 http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/archive/79.html Tue, 21 Dec 2004 06:17:46 GMT Just in time for the Christmas season I present to you a series of lies you can throw into idle conversations at cocktail parties, when speaking to total strangers, or with local law officials... - I was briefly the Canadian ambassador to Portugal. I had to step down because I insisted on calling all residents of Lisbon, Lisbians. - I was on the bear-wrestling circuit to make money to pay for my schooling. Still had to go to DeVry. - I once saved Colonel Sanders from drowning in a creek in Kentucky. His reward; free fried chicken for life. - I was an extra in the movie "Weekend at... (more) http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/comments?id=79 http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/archive/78.html Wed, 15 Dec 2004 06:24:12 GMT It's been about a week, time for another update I suppose. Survivor mercifully came to an end on Sunday. The winner was the only guy left, Chris. But who really cares? I've followed the show since its inception and I can say that this edition in Vanuatu was the second least interesting in the series with Survivor: Africa taking the gold. It's tough to like a show when there is no one in it who you would want to win. The women who made up that fruitless alliance unintentionally proved why they don't rule the world. It's come to my attention that women don't trust men very much but lucky... (more) http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/comments?id=78 http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/archive/77.html Thu, 09 Dec 2004 05:50:00 GMT Quick update on Europe before I get to some useless, mundane everday shit: Reserved a place to crash after the 10-hour flight to London. It's some mansion-turned-hotel in the middle of the city, so you know it beats a bench in the park any day. It's should be quiet and looks like it should be out of our price range, but it ain't so that's a plus. Attached Canadian flags to my backpack today as well, so that makes it finally official. Nevermind all the reservations, the passport, and the plane tickets, once that flag was sewn on (thanks Mom) it solidified that I'm going. There's no turning... (more) http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/comments?id=77 http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/archive/76.html Sat, 04 Dec 2004 03:52:08 GMT You might be wondering about the title of this particular blog entry, as well you should. It pertains to a comment, I must correct myself; a manifesto, that was left early this morning as a 'reply' to my last entry. The comment they left even prompted the administration at Blogdrive to send me an email, possibly because it's the longest fucking response to a question I've never asked. I read it and I must say I've never been more confused, and I've been pretty damn confused before. I was confused because, one; this comment wasn't in reaction to anything I had ever written about, two;... (more) http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/comments?id=76 http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/archive/75.html Wed, 24 Nov 2004 21:42:18 GMT Over the past few days it has rained unceasingly; flooding the lowlands, worrying both farmers and midgets alike. This rain has inspired local radio stations to become ever more clever in their programming. Here is but a small sampling of the songs I have heard: - Blind Melon - No Rain - Led Zeppelin - Fool in the Rain - Prince - Purple Rain - The Tragically Hip - New Orleans is Sinking - Creedence Clearwater Revival - Have You Ever Seen the Rain? Make History come alive (figuratively speaking)! See if you can unlock the secret playable character; the shooter on the grassy... (more) http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/comments?id=75 http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/archive/74.html Sun, 14 Nov 2004 21:29:16 GMT Last night was a prime example of karma finally pulling its weight. I just so happened to be with Kristen (who I'm sure will tell you her version of the events) driving down 96th Avenue on a dark and foggy night when we happened upon a unfortunate man who managed to drive his truck into a ditch. I mean he really put it in a ditch. When we drove by, we could easily see the underside of the truck. We turned around and came back to see if we could help the guy out, because it was clear he wasn't going anywhere. It's really hard to pull someone out of a ditch when the wheels on opposite sides are... (more) http://artificialdeath.blogdrive.com/comments?id=74