Monthly Archives: January 2004

TT&C

Posted on January 23, 2004 by frank Comments Off

The Spirit rover on Mars is having communications problems.  It’s hard to get information from news releases because they don’t have a lot of technical information.  There are statements in some reports that the communications glitch caused by thunderstorms in … Continue reading →

Space

Ashamed and Embarrassed

Posted on January 22, 2004 by frank Comments Off

I did something the other night that I didn’t think I would ever do.  I’m ashamed and embarrassed to admit it.  I not only watched Fox’s My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiancé, I liked it.  I admit it…  I actually watched … Continue reading →

Television

The Hubble Decision

Posted on January 21, 2004 by frank Comments Off

As part of President Bush’s back to the moon and on to Mars plan, NASA has announced that it is canceling the space shuttle mission that was to upgrade and repair the Hubble Space Telescope.  NASA will continue to operate … Continue reading →

Space

Star Wars Wine

Posted on January 21, 2004 by frank Comments Off

I belong to the Niebaum-Coppola wine club and receive emails announcing upcoming releases.  I just got the following: Niebaum-Coppola is proud to present the first public release of George Lucas’ “Viandante del Cielo” Skywalker Ranch Chardonnay. Viandante del Cielo is … Continue reading →

Food & Wine

Weekend B.S.

Posted on January 19, 2004 by frank Comments Off

I hate basketball – professional, college, high school, playground, driveway – I just can’t stand the game.  Against my better judgment we went to see the Harlem Globetrotters at the San Jose Arena (HP Pavilion) on Friday night.  Janet wanted … Continue reading →

Food & Wine, Sports