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My Blackberry Storm Review

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Tue, 12 May 2009 17:19:00 +0000

Before I begin I want to give a word of thanks to Arnie who dropped me a line to see if I was OK and why I haven't been posting. It's funny how life gets in the way sometimes. Yes Arnie I am still alive and kicking and thanks for checking in on me. Back to the Storm review. About a month ago it was time to get a new phone. Up until that point I had a Motorola Q and was very pleased with it. ...

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The Best Pole Dancing Video. Ever!

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:22:00 +0000

Aren't bears the best? Happy Friday everyone.

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Check Your Headlines Twice.

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 17:25:00 +0000

When you are designing something or writing copy, you might want to have someone else take a peek. After you have stared at something for so long you tend to miss the obvious. Seems like a typical governmental move. And what exactly did you think you were going to find? Good luck with that one. They may be searching for a while. Stop drinking poison will you! Let me know if you have seen...

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Times Are Tough For Everyone

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:07:00 +0000

This financial crisis is forcing us to make tough decisions especially in the area of personnel. There is a risk that we might need to lay off ANDRE.

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Some Internet Triva For Ya

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 23:14:00 +0000

In 2008 there were 28 million new domain names registered. At the end of 2008 there were a total of 177 million Top Level Domains in existenceIn order the 5 largest domain extensions were .com, .cn, .de, .net and .org2008 represented a 16% growth in new domains. The largest ever. 177 Million didn't seem like a lot to me, given the number of people on the planet. I guess I assumed...

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The Advertising of Yesterday Part XXI

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:16:00 +0000

When Ted goes hunting NOW, he has all kinds of political pressure and government regulation to deal with. And running into Sears to pick up a shotgun and a box of shells isn't quite that simple anymore. I have a collection of antique shotgun shell boxes that I have picked up over the years. Some of my favorites are from Montgomery Wards, Holiday Gas Stations, Sears and other similar retail...

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Hiatus

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 19:48:00 +0000

We apologize for the interruption in our normal blogging frequency. We will resume course shortly. At this time we would like to remind you to return you chair backs and your seat trays to their upright position. Thank you for flying with The Big Bald Blog. Love, Big Pops

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Chrysler's Bailout Backlash

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:27:00 +0000

Here's a PR move that caused some unanticipated backlash. Chrysler, the recipient of 4 BILLION DOLLARS in bailout/bridge loans, decided to thank America. A nice gesture to say the least. However, it doesn't seem that Americans were very open to the thanks. As it turns out, Chrysler placed full page "Thank You America" ads in newspapers across the country including USA Today and the Wall...

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"What I Found In My Email" Mondays. Vol.2 - Issue 28

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 15:23:00 +0000

Welcome to another, and long over due, edition of "What I found in my email Monday's." I know what your thinking - it's Tuesday. I know, I know but I really meant to post this yesterday. I once heard a gender based driving assessment from an insurance agent. He said there are distinct differences in the types of claims between men and women. It seems that when men get into a wreck, they...

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The Next Round Of Bailouts

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:09:00 +0000

I just read on AutoBlog.com that Bush has decided to greenlight the "$17.4 billion in low-interest loans to General Motors and Chrysler (Ford Motor Company has said it does not require relief at this time)." Props to Ford! At this time I would like to extend a very special thank you to the UAW. Thanks for not supporting a reduction in the wage rages for those you represent (sarcasm...

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The Digital Revolution

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:01:00 +0000

Yes, there were a couple of snags with the big switchover but I think we are going to make it through just fine.

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S'more Really Old Ads

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 18:20:00 +0000

I just love the ads of yesterday. Features that were promoted as the latest and greatest are, by today's standards, obsolete or insignificant. Trends in society that are seen as distasteful today were prominent subject matter. Old ads featured technology that was "the wave of the future." In reality, most of the "tech" never really caught on. Although it is still happening today, (HD-DVD)...

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Christmas Lights

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 15:16:00 +0000

Wheww!! I just finished putting my Christmas lights up. What a chore! If you need any help with yours, just give me a call. I think I have it down.

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What Kind of Person Are You?

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 14:14:00 +0000

"They" say that you can tell what type of personality you have by the way you write. To that I offer a sarcastic, "No Kidding?" Yesterday a buddy sent me a link to Typealyzer. What is it you ask? Well, it's a neat little tool that analyzes your writing style and builds a personality profile based on how you write. All you have to do is enter your blog address and Typealyzer will do the...

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Bloody Tryptophan - I am still tired.

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 21:50:00 +0000

Honestly, it's not the turkey, it's probably because I am out of shape and I did a lot of "lumber jacking" this weekend. Hefting large amounts of wood aside, all in all it was a great weekend to get away with family and relax. Now that we've got the Thanksgiving traditions out of the way, Black Friday is behind us and the pumpkin pie is but a fond memory, we can start focusing on the commercial...

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Happy Thanksgiving

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 21:48:00 +0000

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! As I sit up here in Wisconsin I got to thinking about how nice it is to get away and spend time with family and friends. I am thankful for being blessed with opportunities like this. Tell someone close to you this holiday season that you are thankful for them. Also let me know what else you are thankful for? Have a great rest of the weekend. Pops

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The Bailout?

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:55:00 +0000

On the heels of the $750 Billion lender bailout, there is yet another proposed governmental bailout for the big 3 automakers in the US. It seem that when the Federal Government starts handing large sums of cash to businesses, high powered execs come running from the four corners to lay claim to their portion of the dole. Someone correct me if I am wrong here, but the way I understand it, the...

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A Look Back At Some REALLY Old Ads.

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:04:00 +0000

For some time now I have been doing a series called "The Advertising of Yesterday." Most of the ads I feature come from a stash of magazines I have from the 60's and 70's. Most of the time it is quite interesting how our views, values and attitudes have changed over the last 3 or 4 decades. The other day a friend emailed me about a post on Purple Slinky that featured some REALLY old ads that...

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The Advertising of Yesterday Part XX

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:32:00 +0000

Finding new angles to promote your product or service is essential if you want to keep your marketing fresh. In 1965, Jeep decided to cross the gender barrier, well, sort of. In order to sell a 4x4 vehicle to a demographic that wasn't the typical SUV buyer in 1965, they decided to appeal to the emotional side of men. After all you want your wife and children to be safe, right? The hook is...

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Rupert Murdoch - Media Needs To Reinvent Up In Here

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 15:39:00 +0000

CNET NEWS reports that Mr. Murdoch is accusing the media of digging themselves into a hole. The media mogul accuses some traditional media leadership of "complacency and condescension." It is his opinion that newspapers are NOT going to become obsolete. Instead it's the "...editors, reporters, and proprietors who are forgetting a newspaper's most precious asset: the bond with its...

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I DVR Therefore I Am...Not Seeing Any Commercials?

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 18:55:00 +0000

Ever since I got a DVR on my Dish Network system, I'll have to admit that I rarely watch live TV anymore. I record all kinds of shows, sometimes ones that I have never seen before just to see if I'll like them. When I am watching the shows recorded on my DVR, 99.9% of the time I will skip all the commercials. Does this mean that I am not being impacted by the advertising that companies have so...

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The Advertising of Yesterday Part XIX

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 16:02:00 +0000

The elections are over, I lost, and we're back to business as usual. Since it's Friday it's time for a little Friday fun with the Advertising of Yesterday. This ad from a 1970 issue of Outdoor Life, features the new plastic coated blades by Gillette. Kudos to Gillette. In the days before double, triple and even quadruple blades there was the choice of a straight razor or safety razors with...

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Up-to-date Election Coverage

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 19:50:00 +0000

Here is the real time national election information as it comes out. And because we are in Iowa, here is the real time Iowa election data.

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Today Is The Day

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 14:31:00 +0000

Today is the day where you can let your voice be heard. Take the time and perform your civic duty. This is one of the things that makes this country great. Regardless of who you are voting for just make sure you get out and vote. Either way the vote goes, I pray that it isn't a close race. I hope it's a landslide victory for one side. We can't withstand another "hanging chad" re-count...

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Sorry, I Couldn't Help Myself - Obama Supporters

noreply@blogger.com (Big Pappa) — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:29:00 +0000

Her name is Peggy Joseph Just in case you missed it: "It was the most memorable time of my life. It was a touching moment. Because, I, I never thought this day would ever happen. I won't have to worry about putting gas in my car, I won't have to worry about paying my mortgage, you know, if I help him, he's gonna help me." Normally I try and keep politics out of the mix here on The Big Bald...

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