Author Archives: Michael
Orthostatic Hypotension
Low blood pressure on standing up (postural or orthostatic hypotension) This is a sudden drop in blood pressure when you stand up from a sitting position or if you stand up after lying down. Ordinarily, gravity causes blood to pool … Continue reading
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The Karate Kid
Just about everyone I know has been asking the same question lately: “Huh? ‘Karate’ Kid? Shouldn’t it be ‘Kung Fu’ Kid?” With the massive ecological disaster in the Gulf of Mexico, controversy over illegal immigration, high unemployment, the still-tanking world … Continue reading
16 Spy Agencies
President Obama has nominated James Clapper, a retired Air Force Lieutenant General (that’s three stars to you civilian types) to head the United States’ 16 spy agencies. Let me run that past you again in case you missed it: SIXTEEN … Continue reading
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California: The Boycott State
Today’s essay is brought to you by California Penal Code, Section 834b. 834b. (a) Every law enforcement agency in California shall fully cooperate with the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service regarding any person who is arrested if he or … Continue reading
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S.B. 1070
Introduction There has been a lot of talk around the state, the nation, and the world about S.B. 1070, Arizona’s recent illegal immigration bill (note that it’s a bill, not a law… there is a difference). Most of that talk … Continue reading
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Who Wants to Rock?
This morning, I woke up to a revelation: I miss making music with other people. Me: Guitarist/Songwriter/Recordist. Can sing if I absolutely have to. Living in Chandler, AZ. Burnt out on the band thing for a long time. Not getting … Continue reading
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Dear People Who Make Movies and TV Shows
Thanks for keeping us entertained. I rather enjoy watching military-related programs like NCIS and pretty much any action/spy movies with a high SBU factor. In other words, pretty much anything with Matt Damon beating the holy living shit out of … Continue reading
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#104995
Tonight, I shook the hand of one of the most amazing humans I’ve ever met in my life. I finished a bit of work this afternoon and, with nothing better to do, decided to wander around. On my way home, … Continue reading
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Dancing With The Stars
Yes, folks… it’s that time again. Time for once-famous “celebrities” to strut their stuff on the dance floor in hopes of taking home the coveted prize: a 2nd chance at scraping together a bit of fame and cashing in before … Continue reading
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