Don't we all?

I was out hiking with my DSLR (I'm not a professional but consider myself a seasoned photographer) and here is the exchange that went down:

Random guy with a DSLR: I wish I hadn't spent the money on mine when my little handheld takes much better pictures for cheaper...

Me: ... Uh yeah, sure.

Random guy with DSLR: ::walks off::

Wife: Some people really shouldn't be allowed to touch an SLR.

People need to realize that they really don't need an SLR when all they are doing is turning it into a giant automatic snapshot camera. Woo, I'm a pro because my lenses can detach and I can set it on the mountain mode or portrait mode. Don't get me wrong, I'm a huge gadget guy, but at least people need to have some perspective on what they're buying and learn how to use it.

If they don't leave immeadiately upon hearing me rack my shotgun, putting a round into the chamber; then yes I'm willing to protect my family. My personal moral obligation is fufilled.

I slaved in a grocery store at that age for meager wages, working with morons for managers, and probably violating many OSHA codes for age-related work. I paid for gas, insurance, and taking a girl out on dates. I'd call that pretty disposable because none of those are required for a teenager - just strongly desired.

You rock, I've had those files sitting on my NAS for years. Hadn't taken the time to find a good viewer. Thanks!

I'm an engineer, I steer clear of economics. Feel free to provide examples if you'd like. I'd enjoy a good read. Independant, non-biased evidence would be nice too.

President Reagan, is that you?

All kidding aside: I'm no Economist, but the arguments for trickle-down theory seem pretty good to me.

Don't blame the company (unethical as it may be). Blame the tax code that allows for such schenanigans to exist and occur.

People have no imagination or depravity these days, sheesh. Good on you.

I will admit that my wife and I really enjoy Joss Whedon's work. I don't want to say that everything he's made is gold... but I sure do enjoy everything that he's made and i've seen so far. (Still haven't seen Dollhouse - and I'm making my way through the Buffy/Angel series).

Kind of like changing Global War on Terror to Overseas Contingency Operations?

It sounds so much friendlier.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/03/24/AR2009032402818.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_on_Terror

Enjoy the FBI tracking device...

My interpretation:

::noise outside:: (burglar attacking grounding strap with crowbar)

(homeowner exits house and arrives on scene)
Homeowner: Well, Sir - what are you doing?

Copper Thief: I'm making off with your copper grounding strap, old chap. (continues attempt)

Homeowner: Well sir, you shall have to cease and desist henceforth or I shall have to alert the authorities...


Apparently, I've made you and the burglar out to be British (stereotypically colloquial, naturally). But I have to say, I'm impressed the guy kept at the attempt with you just standing there.

I'm guessing more at a rally, like say Anonymous or the type. People who are trying to hide their identity.