Weather…
I don’t have much to say about it, but I need just to ask, aren’t you frustrated with how inaccurate the weather forecast is? Just wondering If I’m the only one…. L.
Footfall by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle – Book Review
There are a zillion alien invasion stories, so making one that is good became a challenge. It seems that Niven and Pournelle took that challenge seriously with this book, and came out with a refreshing novel that packs many in-depth look at how an alien race will think and act, and at the same time … Read more
The first Immortal by James L. Halperin – Book Review
This book makes you think. The way it is written is interesting by itself, with news clips that sets you in the current time the chapter is written at. The book spans a long time period, and have many intriguing technology ideas, many based on existing technologies. Te books starts at 1925, and goes a … Read more
An almost Iron Man Movie Review
I wish I could write it. I went to the movie theater and a storm started. I got tickets, and then because of the storm there were black and brown outs, and all movies were stopped and they closed the movie theatre. On my way home, everything looked like a war zone. Trees down, branches … Read more
Ringworld by Larry Niven – Book Review
A lot has been written about Ringworld – it is like a cult book, with people analyzing it from all aspects, looking for scientific contradictions, plot inconsistencies…. I just like the book very much. It’s an adventure, with twists and turns, cool character and amazing ideas of technology, devices, tools, Aliens and their behavior and … Read more
Oil Prices
The Arab countries still have us by the balls. One word from Iran about sanctions and prices jump up even more. I don’t want to get into a discussion about Iran because I’m trying to stay calm. There are many who’ll argue about the price of fuel (blown up for no real reason, high tax … Read more
Carmine’s – Restaurant Review
You’re not going to stay hungry. www.carminesnyc.com They have a few locations (NYC, Atlantic City, Paradise Island). I’ve been to the two NYCs: 200 W. 44 st. New York, NY 10036 Phone: (212)-221-3800 And my preferred one: 2450 Broadway (Between 90th and 91st) New York, NY 10024 Phone: (212)-362-2200 Carmine’s serves dishes … Read more
Lucien – Restaurant Review
Don’t tell anyone about it, I don’t want it to get too crowded. www.luciennyc.com 14 1st Avenue New York, NY 10009 Phone: (212) 260-6481 Lucien is one of those gems you want to tell only people you really like about. The place is very small, with a small bar and amazing food. French food … Read more
Sushi Samba – Restaurant Review
They have a few of them in the US – NYC, Chicago, Miami, Dallas… I’ve been to the two in NYC: www.sushisamba.com 245 Park Ave S New York, NY 10003-1404 Phone: (212) 475-9377 And 87 7th Ave S New York, NY 10014-3415 Phone: (212) 691-7885 I’m writing one review for both, … Read more
The Darjeeling Limited – Movie Review
This one is a strange beast. Good actors and it has a magic to it, but it can put you to sleep at the same time. I’d recommend watching only when you’re full of energy and in a good mood, maybe a little drunk, and have a couple of hours to spare… it has it’s … Read more