tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37723766876147234002024-03-08T10:57:38.999-07:00Thoughts of a GilleA blog about the thoughts, whatever they may be, of a GilleGillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-17579572507381748432024-02-01T14:35:00.000-07:002024-02-01T14:35:37.462-07:00More Hands on Deck: How AI's Like Having Your Own Squad of Shoresy's, Minus the Chirps<p> Ever feel like you're trying to herd cats when it comes to managing your daily to-dos? Enter AI, the ultimate wingman in the saga of your daily grind. This isn't just about having a robot to fetch you a Puppers; it's about augmenting your human capabilities to achieve your goals with the precision of Wayne dropping a degenerate at a donnybrook.</p><p><br /></p><p>1. Mind Like Squirrelly Dan's Vocabulary: Enhanced Learning and Decision Making</p><p><br /></p><p>First off, AI can turn your brainbox into a veritable encyclopedia, akin to how Squirrelly Dan pontificates about the intricacies of "polite conversatings." Need to learn something new or make a tough decision? AI tools can sift through the digital equivalent of a library the size of McMurray's ego in seconds, serving up exactly what you need faster than you can say "Pitter patter, let's get at 'er."</p><p><br /></p><p>2. Time Management: Like Having Bonnie McMurray Organize Your Schedule</p><p><br /></p><p>Imagine your day's organized with the efficiency and charm of Bonnie McMurray greeting you at the produce stand. AI can optimize your schedule, reminding you of meetings (so you don't double book like Glen trying to plan Bible study and choir practice), and ensuring you're as productive as Daryl with a new set of farm tools. It's like having your own personal assistant, without the awkwardness of Reilly and Jonesy trying to compliment Bonnie.</p><p><br /></p><p>3. Creative Boost: Jonesy and Reilly's Banter, But Make It Brainstorming</p><p><br /></p><p>Ever wish you could brainstorm with the creativity of Wayne and Daryl coming up with new ways to torment McMurray? AI's got your back. Whether you're writing, designing, or just trying to come up with a witty retort to a chirp, AI tools can spark ideas that'll have you thinking you're the next Shakespeare, if he was into hockey and farming.</p><p><br /></p><p>4. Health and Wellness: Katy's Yoga Class, But For Your Brain</p><p><br /></p><p>Your wellbeing is paramount, and AI is like Katy leading a yoga session for your mental health. Meditation apps, workout planners, and diet trackers powered by AI can help you maintain your temple with the same dedication as the Hicks maintaining their fighting form for the next scrap.</p><p><br /></p><p>5. Personal Growth: Coach's Pep Talks, No Bag Skates Required</p><p><br /></p><p>Lastly, AI can serve as your personal Coach, giving you the motivational pep talks you need to pursue your goals, minus the threats of bag skates. Whether you're learning a new skill or trying to break a bad habit, AI's nudges and insights can be the difference between staying put like a pylon or moving forward like a top-shelf player.</p><p><br /></p><p>So, there you have it. AI's not just a fancy tech buzzword; it's a tool as essential to achieving your daily goals as a cold Puppers is to a hot day. By augmenting our human abilities, AI complements our goals, making us more efficient, creative, and balanced—like the perfect Letterkenny crew. Now, let's get at 'er and make the most of what AI has to offer. And that's what I appreciates about it. </p>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-70386287656871142042023-12-11T20:52:00.000-07:002023-12-11T20:52:16.854-07:00Walmart and the Unionization Challenge: Navigating the Retail Giant's Labor Landscape<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy3Uyjm8bet2ulU5rbYbYr004tNyqSV3FMPzbwKlGSTuOWrV8BQuWPQiHSWjyR_O9q2d1aRtEfKgbf6SYg171mlVhMBrmWSEF5hGE45p_sVdhi0b0bdzudfYNSblNw3GL-CuMXmPU8mjeGl1hQLxZTxBOR50HoWurHIs_FhRnFNGXZVkEzIO_fJTtNhSc/s1024/DALL%C2%B7E%202023-12-11%2020.46.53%20-%20A%20bustling%20Walmart%20store%20interior%20with%20a%20diverse%20group%20of%20employees.%20In%20the%20foreground,%20a%20young%20female%20employee%20of%20Hispanic%20descent%20restocking%20shelves.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="1024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy3Uyjm8bet2ulU5rbYbYr004tNyqSV3FMPzbwKlGSTuOWrV8BQuWPQiHSWjyR_O9q2d1aRtEfKgbf6SYg171mlVhMBrmWSEF5hGE45p_sVdhi0b0bdzudfYNSblNw3GL-CuMXmPU8mjeGl1hQLxZTxBOR50HoWurHIs_FhRnFNGXZVkEzIO_fJTtNhSc/s320/DALL%C2%B7E%202023-12-11%2020.46.53%20-%20A%20bustling%20Walmart%20store%20interior%20with%20a%20diverse%20group%20of%20employees.%20In%20the%20foreground,%20a%20young%20female%20employee%20of%20Hispanic%20descent%20restocking%20shelves.png" width="320" /></a></div><h4 style="text-align: left;"> <br />Introduction</h4><p>Walmart, a behemoth in the retail industry, has consistently made headlines, not just for its colossal presence in the global market but also for its notable resistance to unionization. Founded in 1962 by Sam Walton in Rogers, Arkansas, Walmart has grown into an international retail giant. However, its journey has been marked by a complex and often contentious relationship with the concept of unionization, which forms the crux of our discussion.</p><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Walmart’s Business Model and Workforce</h4><p>Walmart's business model revolves around offering a wide range of products at competitively low prices. This strategy hinges on efficient supply chain management, large-scale purchasing power, and, critically, controlled labor costs. As of 2023, Walmart employs over 2 million individuals worldwide, making it one of the largest private employers. The workforce is diverse, spanning different regions, cultures, and economic backgrounds. However, this vast and varied workforce faces unified challenges regarding wages, benefits, and working conditions, often attributed to Walmart's stringent cost-saving measures.</p><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">History of Unionization Efforts at Walmart</h4><p>The history of unionization efforts at Walmart is a tale of persistent resistance and rare successes. Over the years, various groups have attempted to unionize Walmart’s workforce. Notable among these was the case in 2000, when meat cutters in Jacksonville, Texas, voted to unionize, leading Walmart to eliminate meat-cutting departments in stores nationwide. In 2015, Walmart closed five stores in a move alleged to be a response to labor activism. These incidents underscore the company's firm stance against unionization, often resulting in store closures or departmental restructuring.</p><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Challenges to Unionization at Walmart</h4><p>Unionizing Walmart employees has been an uphill battle. The company's anti-union stance is well-documented, with allegations of tactics like surveillance, anti-union propaganda, and even termination of pro-union employees. Walmart argues that its open-door policy, which encourages direct communication between employees and management, negates the need for union representation. Furthermore, the decentralized nature of Walmart’s operations across thousands of locations adds a logistical hurdle to organizing collective action.</p><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Impact of Non-Unionization on Employees</h4><p>The lack of union representation at Walmart has significant implications for its employees. Workers often report lower wages, limited benefits, and unpredictable work schedules compared to unionized counterparts in similar industries. <u>The absence of a collective bargaining unit means that employees have limited power in negotiating better working conditions or addressing grievances.</u> <u>This disparity becomes more evident when compared with unionized workers in the retail sector who generally enjoy better job security, healthcare benefits, and a voice in workplace policies.</u></p><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Recent Trends and Future Outlook</h4><p>In recent years, there's been a noticeable shift in the conversation around labor rights and unionization within the retail sector. Movements like “Fight for $15” and increasing activism among gig workers have brought renewed attention to workers' rights. For Walmart, this could signify a changing landscape where the push for unionization gains more traction. The future of unionization at Walmart remains uncertain, but with a growing societal focus on workers' rights and corporate responsibility, there may be new chapters yet to be written in this ongoing saga.</p><p><br /></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Conclusion</h4><p>In summary, Walmart’s journey through the minefield of unionization reflects broader themes in corporate labor relations. While the company maintains its stance against unionization, citing direct communication with employees, the repercussions of this position are felt by millions of workers. The future remains uncertain, but the increasing focus on workers’ rights could herald a shift in Walmart’s long-standing narrative with unionization.</p>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-57329129142194696792023-07-07T07:52:00.004-06:002023-07-07T07:52:58.991-06:00The Rising Concern of 'Forever Chemicals' in Tap Water: A Deep Dive<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHa10YgBM3I7iYE_7ctY0Sk1vvNkuk4MPrFlj_nZMJb4w76LRPoMeC7U_Dl2DbCN8ryIGx5DJOkr8Ve6IjnJ5kq_cm_O9941xrJHmeAzCCublYJoX-7q_pFBHoClaKKS5L6AyQUtVv7MKNCEW2LNPyJZ7DMI02ywfqV6rvFxwBd74vsa7tvJol0pC_lCc/s768/e40f207a-98d2-4429-9432-0295ef3d4c7b.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="768" height="514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHa10YgBM3I7iYE_7ctY0Sk1vvNkuk4MPrFlj_nZMJb4w76LRPoMeC7U_Dl2DbCN8ryIGx5DJOkr8Ve6IjnJ5kq_cm_O9941xrJHmeAzCCublYJoX-7q_pFBHoClaKKS5L6AyQUtVv7MKNCEW2LNPyJZ7DMI02ywfqV6rvFxwBd74vsa7tvJol0pC_lCc/w514-h514/e40f207a-98d2-4429-9432-0295ef3d4c7b.png" width="514" /></a></div><br /> Introduction:<div><br /></div><div>In recent years, the issue of 'forever chemicals' in tap water has become a growing concern across the globe. These chemicals, scientifically known as Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are a group of man-made chemicals that have been in use since the 1940s. Due to their resistance to heat, water, and oil, PFAS have been widely used in a range of products from non-stick cookware to firefighting foam. However, their resilient nature also means they do not break down in the environment or the human body, earning them the nickname 'forever chemicals'.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Problem:</div><div><br /></div><div>Studies have found that PFAS are now present in the tap water of millions of homes worldwide. A report by Scientific American titled "Forever Chemicals Are Widespread in U.S. Drinking Water" highlights the extent of this issue. The article points out that these chemicals have been linked to a range of health issues, including cancer, hormone disruption, and immune system damage.</div><div><br /></div><div>Furthermore, an article by Green Matters titled "Forever Chemicals Have Rendered All Rainwater Unsafe to Drink Worldwide" reveals that these chemicals are not only present in our tap water but also in our rainwater. This means that even our natural water sources are no longer safe from these toxic chemicals.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Impact:</div><div><br /></div><div>The presence of these chemicals in our water supply poses a significant risk to public health. According to an article by Consumer Reports, these chemicals are still allowed in America's drinking water, raising serious questions about the safety of our water supply. The article points out that the current regulations are not stringent enough to protect the public from the harmful effects of these chemicals.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Solution:</div><div><br /></div><div>Addressing this issue requires a multi-faceted approach. Stricter regulations need to be put in place to limit the use of these chemicals and ensure that our water supply is safe. In addition, more research needs to be done to fully understand the impact of these chemicals on our health and the environment.</div><div><br /></div><div>Conclusion:</div><div><br /></div><div>The issue of 'forever chemicals' in our tap water is a serious concern that needs immediate attention. As consumers, we need to be aware of this issue and advocate for safer water standards. As a society, we need to push for stricter regulations and more research to protect our health and the environment from these harmful chemicals. The time to act is now.</div><p></p>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-38788886730842830952023-06-09T23:22:00.002-06:002023-06-09T23:22:24.010-06:00Gille - Past Melon - White Iverson - AI Remix and Cover - Scuffed AI tec...<iframe frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://youtube.com/embed/_LZl9i5r93Y" style="background-image: url(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_LZl9i5r93Y/hqdefault.jpg);" width="480"></iframe><br /><br /><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: #202324; background-color: #232627; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Suppose you wanted to see what you'd look like in a music video or sound like singing a song. Well, you can actually get pretty close with simple one-click type AI tools today... So a word of warning: Be very cautious in this new digital world on what you accept as real. </span><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: #202324; background-color: #232627; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">
</span><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: #202324; background-color: #232627; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Anyway, this was a curiosity I made while testing out various one-click type AI tools. </span><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: #202324; background-color: #232627; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">
</span><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: #202324; background-color: #232627; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Does this type of video interest you? What type of questions does it make you think up? Does it make you laugh? Does it make you concerned for the future of digital media? Does it make you excited for the future of digital media? What kind of video's would you like to see me attempt to produce next?</span>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-43170334353680664932023-06-09T22:50:00.002-06:002023-06-10T05:17:24.448-06:00AI GarbageBin Material - Untitled 1_export<iframe frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://youtube.com/embed/42PvGG6RmAQ" style="background-image: url(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/42PvGG6RmAQ/hqdefault.jpg);" width="480"></iframe><br /><yt-attributed-string class="style-scope ytd-text-inline-expander" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: rgba(25, 28, 29, 0.1); --darkreader-inline-color: #ffffe5; background-color: rgba(28, 30, 31, 0.1); color: #fffdf8; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span class="yt-core-attributed-string yt-core-attributed-string--white-space-pre-wrap" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage="" data-darkreader-inline-border-bottom="" data-darkreader-inline-border-left="" data-darkreader-inline-border-right="" data-darkreader-inline-border-top="" role="text" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: transparent; --darkreader-inline-bgimage: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-bottom: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-left: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-right: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-top: initial; background: transparent; border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">What does it look like when you slap a bunch of unrelated AI type generated garbage together real quick for education and memes? Well, Right now, this is kinda what that looks like for me. Anyone else working on way too many things at once and trying to digest and explore AI in creative ways? What kind of things are you playing around with?</span></yt-attributed-string><div class="style-scope ytd-text-inline-expander" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage="" data-darkreader-inline-border-bottom="" data-darkreader-inline-border-left="" data-darkreader-inline-border-right="" data-darkreader-inline-border-top="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" id="snippet" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: rgba(25, 28, 29, 0.1); --darkreader-inline-bgimage: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-bottom: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-left: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-right: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-top: initial; --darkreader-inline-color: #ffffe5; background: rgba(28, 30, 31, 0.1); border: 0px; color: #fffdf8; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"></div><div class="style-scope ytd-watch-metadata" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage="" data-darkreader-inline-border-bottom="" data-darkreader-inline-border-left="" data-darkreader-inline-border-right="" data-darkreader-inline-border-top="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" slot="extra-content" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: rgba(25, 28, 29, 0.1); --darkreader-inline-bgimage: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-bottom: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-left: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-right: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-top: initial; --darkreader-inline-color: #ffffe5; background: rgba(28, 30, 31, 0.1); border: 0px; color: #fffdf8; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><ytd-structured-description-content-renderer class="style-scope ytd-watch-metadata" id="structured-description" inline-structured-description="" style="display: block; margin-top: 16px; overflow: hidden auto;"><div class="style-scope ytd-structured-description-content-renderer" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage="" data-darkreader-inline-border-bottom="" data-darkreader-inline-border-left="" data-darkreader-inline-border-right="" data-darkreader-inline-border-top="" id="items" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: transparent; --darkreader-inline-bgimage: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-bottom: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-left: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-right: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-top: initial; background: transparent; border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><ytd-video-description-infocards-section-renderer at-end="" at-start="" class="style-scope ytd-structured-description-content-renderer" style="border-top: 6px solid var(--darkreader-border--yt-spec-10-percent-layer); box-sizing: border-box; display: block; padding: 16px 0px;"><a class="yt-simple-endpoint style-scope ytd-video-description-infocards-section-renderer" data-darkreader-inline-color="" href="https://www.youtube.com/@UserErrorGille" id="header" style="--darkreader-inline-color: var(--darkreader-text--darkreader-text--yt-endpoint-color, var(--darkreader-text--darkreader-text--yt-spec-text-primary)); align-items: center; color: var(--darkreader-text--yt-endpoint-color, var(--darkreader-text--yt-spec-text-primary)); cursor: pointer; display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 16px; text-decoration-line: none;"><yt-img-shadow class="style-scope ytd-video-description-infocards-section-renderer no-transition" id="thumbnail" loaded="" style="border-radius: 50%; display: inline-block; flex: 0 0 auto; margin-right: 12px; opacity: 1; overflow: hidden; transition: none 0s ease 0s;" width="72"></yt-img-shadow></a></ytd-video-description-infocards-section-renderer></div></ytd-structured-description-content-renderer></div>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-39377585200033339572023-06-09T22:48:00.003-06:002023-06-10T05:15:50.791-06:00facebookresearch/audiocraft quick run-through of demo and brief impression.<iframe frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://youtube.com/embed/AnoV5si8qwM" width="480"></iframe><br /><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: rgba(25, 28, 29, 0.1); --darkreader-inline-color: #ffffe5; background-color: rgba(28, 30, 31, 0.1); color: #fffdf8; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">I ran across facebookresearch/audiocraft and decided to take it for a quick run-through. I believe this tool shows promise and could be improved upon to create some fairly powerful tools for content creators and the likes.
Would you like to see more in depth-dives into projects?
Would you like continuations of brief looks at technology as it becomes available to the public?
Let me know what you'd like to see!
Links:
Audiocraft Github: </span><span class="yt-core-attributed-string--link-inherit-color" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage="" data-darkreader-inline-border-bottom="" data-darkreader-inline-border-left="" data-darkreader-inline-border-right="" data-darkreader-inline-border-top="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: rgba(25, 28, 29, 0.1); --darkreader-inline-bgimage: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-bottom: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-left: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-right: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-top: initial; --darkreader-inline-color: #4fc8ff; background: rgba(28, 30, 31, 0.1); border: 0px; color: #3ea6ff; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><a class="yt-core-attributed-string__link yt-core-attributed-string__link--display-type yt-core-attributed-string__link--call-to-action-color" data-darkreader-inline-color="" force-new-state="true" href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHpQYWhqV09EcWZYZTNqMXprT25ZeWx0Tng5Z3xBQ3Jtc0ttbVZEWWRGaVJ6Y1pNbWU1ZXAtbnFOYjhDSHpscDdzUlNFQUxzOW9HRWVxdDB0TGlRSlgzNHl2bUZfcl9NdHFLakM4eXl6aEt5YW5neWVBVlRRa1M3d1lQUVU0S2FzRFllLXl2dmhZSFFrTmNEbkhGbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fgithub.com%2Ffacebookresearch%2Faudiocraft&v=AnoV5si8qwM" rel="nofollow" style="--darkreader-inline-color: inherit; color: inherit; display: inline; text-decoration-line: none;" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://github.com/facebookresearch/a...</a></span><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: rgba(25, 28, 29, 0.1); --darkreader-inline-color: #ffffe5; background-color: rgba(28, 30, 31, 0.1); color: #fffdf8; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">
HF Demo: </span><span class="yt-core-attributed-string--link-inherit-color" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage="" data-darkreader-inline-border-bottom="" data-darkreader-inline-border-left="" data-darkreader-inline-border-right="" data-darkreader-inline-border-top="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: rgba(25, 28, 29, 0.1); --darkreader-inline-bgimage: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-bottom: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-left: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-right: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-top: initial; --darkreader-inline-color: #4fc8ff; background: rgba(28, 30, 31, 0.1); border: 0px; color: #3ea6ff; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><a class="yt-core-attributed-string__link yt-core-attributed-string__link--display-type yt-core-attributed-string__link--call-to-action-color" data-darkreader-inline-color="" force-new-state="true" href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazJzU1QxaXUxajlrck9ETnJKRTdta3ljWmk0d3xBQ3Jtc0ttZXFBUkxsb2pCUkJTRzB6SVl5RXcwbnR6c0ZKVklyT2FzZXpJeG53SndxdUlMVWJ3UndHSjNCVXlONHp3S2Q3ZkFuMFVTdzN5c0ZuSzh2UzAyR25vWkZUSGZ5bmlHYkRta3dNYjF3NzhQUzhkcGdVOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fhuggingface.co%2Fspaces%2Ffacebook%2FMusicGen&v=AnoV5si8qwM" rel="nofollow" style="--darkreader-inline-color: inherit; color: inherit; display: inline; text-decoration-line: none;" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://huggingface.co/spaces/faceboo...</a></span><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: rgba(25, 28, 29, 0.1); --darkreader-inline-color: #ffffe5; background-color: rgba(28, 30, 31, 0.1); color: #fffdf8; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">
HF Model repo: </span><span class="yt-core-attributed-string--link-inherit-color" data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage="" data-darkreader-inline-border-bottom="" data-darkreader-inline-border-left="" data-darkreader-inline-border-right="" data-darkreader-inline-border-top="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: rgba(25, 28, 29, 0.1); --darkreader-inline-bgimage: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-bottom: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-left: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-right: initial; --darkreader-inline-border-top: initial; --darkreader-inline-color: #4fc8ff; background: rgba(28, 30, 31, 0.1); border: 0px; color: #3ea6ff; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><a class="yt-core-attributed-string__link yt-core-attributed-string__link--display-type yt-core-attributed-string__link--call-to-action-color" data-darkreader-inline-color="" force-new-state="true" href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXBRWFViaC1ybkZ2Yy1hN21KOEk4bkYyS1BVQXxBQ3Jtc0tuZENUT19xRHBnSGNJMWx5ZkpHVW1weldQR3hWc2I5dzAtUmxYNUlVYUhYeEV2cko5YzhBdFRQbDBWQ2Zqb1lkNno3NERyaFZSSmRaOTFOdm5UNWJOQW1pTER1ZEhzbUtWeTJJejkySHkzNUFLTkZmSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fhuggingface.co%2Ffacebook%2Fmusicgen-melody&v=AnoV5si8qwM" rel="nofollow" style="--darkreader-inline-color: inherit; color: inherit; display: inline; text-decoration-line: none;" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://huggingface.co/facebook/music...</a></span><span data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor="" data-darkreader-inline-color="" style="--darkreader-inline-bgcolor: rgba(25, 28, 29, 0.1); --darkreader-inline-color: #ffffe5; background-color: rgba(28, 30, 31, 0.1); color: #fffdf8; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">
Other links can be found on their project pages for more info.
P.S. The project specifies 16 GB of GPU "RAM", but it really depends on several factors. You can get away running the largest model at 12 or even lower GB provided you don't chain to many descriptions.</span>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-52476054455651268912023-06-09T03:09:00.000-06:002023-06-09T03:09:32.827-06:00A mid-context conversation segment with AI about generating Wes Anderson styled meme animations. #GarbageBin-Style<p>Me: Impressive! Can you add camera actions, shot framing, color composition, camera equipment likely used, etc?</p><p><br /></p><p>AI: Absolutely, here's the storyboard with added camera actions, shot framing, color composition, and potential camera equipment:</p><p><br /></p><p>Scene 1 (00:00 - 00:30)</p><p><br /></p><p>Image Description: Bill Murray, portraying a seagull named Sammy with bright, curious eyes, discovers a shiny, golden compass amidst a pile of shiny trinkets in his nest located on a cliff overlooking the sea.</p><p>Action: Sammy rummages through his collection of trinkets and finds the compass.</p><p>Dialogue: Sammy (voiceover): "Among the ordinary, I found something extraordinary."</p><p>Camera Action: Close-up shot of Sammy's face as he discovers the compass, then a cut to a medium shot showing Sammy in his nest.</p><p>Color Composition: The scene is bathed in the warm, golden light of the setting sun, highlighting the shiny trinkets in Sammy's nest.</p><p>Camera Equipment: DSLR camera with a prime lens for the close-up shot.</p><p>Scene 2 (00:31 - 02:00)</p><p><br /></p><p>Image Description: Sammy (Bill Murray) listens intently as Tilda Swinton, portraying a wise, old lighthouse named Lily, narrates the legend of the compass, which is said to lead to a hidden treasure. The scene is set inside the lighthouse, with Lily's warm light illuminating the darkened room.</p><p>Action: Sammy visits Lily and shows her the compass. Lily tells him about the legend.</p><p>Dialogue: Lily: "This compass, Sammy, it's said to lead to a hidden treasure."</p><p>Camera Action: Medium shot of Sammy and Lily, then a cut to a close-up of the compass as Lily speaks about it.</p><p>Color Composition: The scene is filled with soft, warm light from Lily, contrasting with the cool, blue tones of the surrounding room.</p><p>Camera Equipment: DSLR camera with a wide-angle lens for the medium shot, and a macro lens for the close-up of the compass.</p><p>Scene 3 (02:01 - 03:00)</p><p><br /></p><p>Image Description: Willem Dafoe, portraying a gruff, old sea captain named Captain Barnacle, challenges Sammy (Bill Murray) to a boat race for the compass. The townsfolk, portrayed by various actors in Wes Anderson's ensemble, watch in anticipation from the bustling harbor.</p><p>Action: Captain Barnacle confronts Sammy and challenges him to a race.</p><p>Dialogue: Captain Barnacle: "You want to keep that compass, Sammy? Beat me in the race."</p><p>Camera Action: Wide shot of the harbor scene, then a cut to a medium shot of Captain Barnacle challenging Sammy.</p><p>Color Composition: The scene is filled with vibrant colors from the townsfolk's clothing and the boats in the harbor, set against the backdrop of the blue sea and sky.</p><p>Camera Equipment: DSLR camera with a wide-angle lens for the wide shot, and a prime lens for the medium shot.</p><p>Scene 4 (03:01 - 05:00)</p><p><br /></p><p>Image Description: Sammy (Bill Murray), under Lily's (Tilda Swinton) guidance, constructs a makeshift boat using discarded objects. The boat is quirky and colorful, reflecting Sammy's unique personality. The scene is set on a beach, with the town's pastel-colored buildings in the background.</p><p>Action: Sammy and Lily work together to build a boat.</p><p>Dialogue: Sammy: "It's not much, but it'll sail."</p><p>Camera Action: Wide shot of Sammy and Lily building the boat, then a series of close-ups showing the details of the boat.</p><p>Color Composition: The scene is filled with brightcolors from the boat and the town's buildings, contrasting with the natural tones of the beach and sea.</p><p>Camera Equipment: DSLR camera with a wide-angle lens for the wide shot, and a macro lens for the close-ups of the boat.</p><p>Scene 5 (05:01 - 07:00)</p><p><br /></p><p>Image Description: The boat race begins. Sammy (Bill Murray) struggles to keep up with Captain Barnacle (Willem Dafoe), but he remains determined. The townsfolk, portrayed by various actors in Wes Anderson's ensemble, cheer him on from the shore.</p><p>Action: The boat race starts. Sammy and Captain Barnacle compete fiercely.</p><p>Dialogue: Townsfolk (collectively): "Go, Sammy, go!"</p><p>Camera Action: Wide shot of the boat race, then a series of medium shots showing Sammy and Captain Barnacle in their boats.</p><p>Color Composition: The scene is filled with vibrant colors from the boats and the townsfolk's clothing, set against the backdrop of the blue sea and sky.</p><p>Camera Equipment: DSLR camera with a telephoto lens for the wide and medium shots.</p><p>Scene 6 (07:01 - 09:00)</p><p><br /></p><p>Image Description: A dangerous fog engulfs the sea. Sammy (Bill Murray) uses the compass to navigate, his boat emerging from the fog as the first one, much to the surprise of the townsfolk.</p><p>Action: Sammy navigates through the fog using the compass.</p><p>Dialogue: Sammy (voiceover): "In the fog, the compass was my only guide."</p><p>Camera Action: Medium shot of Sammy in the fog, then a cut to a wide shot showing his boat emerging from the fog.</p><p>Color Composition: The scene is filled with cool, blue tones from the fog, contrasting with the warm, golden light from the compass.</p><p>Camera Equipment: DSLR camera with a prime lens for the medium shot, and a wide-angle lens for the wide shot</p><p>Scene 7 (09:01 - 10:00)</p><p><br /></p><p>Image Description: Sammy (Bill Murray) is celebrated as the winner of the race. The townsfolk, including The Quorum, a group of snobbish seagulls, cheer for him, their previous skepticism replaced with admiration.</p><p>Action: Sammy crosses the finish line, and the townsfolk cheer.</p><p>Dialogue: Townsfolk (collectively): "Hooray for Sammy!"</p><p>Camera Action: Wide shot of Sammy crossing the finish line, then a cut to a medium shot of the cheering townsfolk.</p><p>Color Composition: The scene is filled with vibrant colors from the townsfolk's clothing and the finish line, set against the backdrop of the blue sea and sky.</p><p>Camera Equipment: DSLR camera with a wide-angle lens for the wide shot, and a prime lens for the medium shot.</p><p>Scene 8 (10:01 - 11:00)</p><p><br /></p><p>Image Description: Sammy (Bill Murray), standing on the victory podium, realizes that the real treasure was the respect and friendship he earned. He hands the compass back to Captain Barnacle (Willem Dafoe), who accepts it with a nod of respect.</p><p>Action: Sammy returns the compass to Captain Barnacle on the podium.</p><p>Dialogue: Sammy: "The real treasure was the journey, and the friends I made along the way."</p><p>Camera Action: Medium shot of Sammy and Captain Barnacle on the podium, then a close-up of the compass being handed over.</p><p>Color Composition: The scene is bathed in the warm, golden light of the setting sun, highlighting the shiny compass.</p><p>Camera Equipment: DSLR camera with a prime lens for the medium shot and the close-up.</p><p>Scene 9 (11:01 - 12:00)</p><p><br /></p><p>Image Description: The townsfolk celebrate Sammy's victory with a grand feast. The scene is filled with joy and camaraderie, with Sammy at the center, finally accepted and respected.</p><p>Action: The townsfolk celebrate with a feast, and Sammy is at the center of the celebration.</p><p>Dialogue: Townsfolk (collectively): "To Sammy, our hero!"</p><p>Camera Action: Wide shot of the feast, then a series of medium shots showing the townsfolk celebrating.</p><p>Color Composition: The scene is filled with warm, festive colors from the feast and the townsfolk's clothing.</p><p>Camera Equipment: DSLR camera with a wide-angle lens for the wide shot, and a prime lens for the medium shots.</p><p>Scene 10 (12:01 - 13:00)</p><p><br /></p><p>Image Description: We see a montage of shots depicting the aftermath of Sammy's triumphant return to Bighton Beach. We see the seagulls cheering and celebrating his bravery and ingenuity, while the townspeople marvel at his accomplishment. There are scenes of Sammy reuniting with his friends and family, as well as him being honored by the quorum in a special ceremony.</p><p>Action: Montage of Sammy's life after the race.</p><p>Dialogue: Sammy (voiceover): "And so, life in Bighton Beach was never the same again."</p><p>Camera Action: Series of medium and close-up shots showing the different scenes in the montage.</p><p>Color Composition: The montage is filled with a mix of warm and cool tones, reflecting the different moods and settings of the scenes.</p><p>Camera Equipment: DSLR camera with a prime lens for the medium and close-up shots.</p><p>This storyboard provides a detailed guide for the visual storytelling of the animation. It includes the camera actions, shot framing, color composition, and potential camera equipment used for each scene. This will serve as a blueprint for the animators, cinematographers, and directors to bring the story to life in a way that captures the unique visual style of Wes Anderson.</p>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-33350092226285796652023-06-03T21:29:00.000-06:002023-06-03T21:29:10.679-06:00Title: The Intersection of Art and AI: A New Frontier<p>Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making waves in various fields, from healthcare to finance, and now it's making its mark in the world of art. But what does this mean for artists, art enthusiasts, and the art industry as a whole?</p><p><br /></p><p>AI has been used to create stunning pieces of art that blur the lines between man-made and machine-made. Algorithms are now capable of generating artwork that is indistinguishable from pieces created by human artists. This raises interesting questions about creativity, originality, and the role of human artists in an increasingly digital world.</p><p><br /></p><p>But AI is not just a tool for creating art; it's also being used to understand and interpret art. Machine learning algorithms can analyze artwork, identify patterns and themes, and even predict future art trends. This has significant implications for art historians, curators, and anyone interested in understanding the evolution of art.</p><p><br /></p><p>However, the intersection of AI and art is not without controversy. Some argue that art created by AI lacks the emotional depth and personal touch that comes from human artists. Others worry about the potential for AI to be used to create counterfeit art.</p><p><br /></p><p>Despite these concerns, it's clear that AI has the potential to revolutionize the art world. As we continue to explore this new frontier, we must strive to find a balance that embraces the possibilities of AI while respecting and preserving the human element that makes art so powerful.</p><p><br /></p><p>Here are some thought-provoking questions to consider:</p><p><br /></p><p>The Role of AI in Art Creation: How do we define art when it's created by an AI? Does it lack the emotional depth that human-created art possesses?</p><p><br /></p><p>AI and Art Interpretation: Can AI truly understand art in the same way a human can? What are the implications of using AI to analyze and interpret art?</p><p><br /></p><p>The Future of Art in the Age of AI: What does the future hold for the art world as AI continues to evolve? How can we ensure that the human element remains central to art in an increasingly digital world?</p><p><br /></p>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-81867827410226840432023-06-03T20:40:00.002-06:002023-06-03T21:22:11.554-06:00The philosophy behind whimsical spaghetti demons vs. gogurt demons in AI research. #GarbageBin<p>Artificial intelligence (AI) is a field that aims to create machines or systems that can perform tasks that normally require human intelligence, such as reasoning, learning, decision making, and creativity. However, not all AI researchers share the same vision of what constitutes intelligence or how to achieve it. In this blog post, we will explore two contrasting philosophical approaches to AI research: the whimsical spaghetti demons and the gogurt demons.</p><p><br /></p><p>The whimsical spaghetti demons are a group of AI researchers who believe that intelligence is not a fixed or well-defined concept, but rather a fluid and emergent phenomenon that arises from complex interactions between agents and their environment. They argue that intelligence is not something that can be measured or replicated by following a set of rules or algorithms, but rather something that can be discovered or invented by exploring the possibilities and constraints of different domains and contexts. They view AI as a creative and playful endeavor, where the goal is not to mimic or surpass human intelligence, but to create new forms of intelligence that are novel, surprising, and diverse.</p><p><br /></p><p>The gogurt demons are a group of AI researchers who believe that intelligence is a precise and objective concept, that can be formalized and quantified by using mathematical models and logical principles. They argue that intelligence is something that can be engineered or optimized by following a set of standards or criteria, such as accuracy, efficiency, scalability, and robustness. They view AI as a scientific and rigorous endeavor, where the goal is to understand and emulate human intelligence, or to surpass it by creating superintelligent systems that can solve any problem or achieve any goal.</p><p><br /></p><p>These two philosophical approaches to AI research have different implications for the design and evaluation of AI systems. The whimsical spaghetti demons tend to favor open-ended and exploratory methods, such as evolutionary algorithms, generative models, reinforcement learning, and neural networks. They value diversity and novelty over performance and consistency, and they often use qualitative and subjective measures to assess their systems, such as aesthetics, humor, originality, and impact. The gogurt demons tend to favor closed-ended and analytical methods, such as symbolic logic, search algorithms, optimization techniques, and knowledge bases. They value performance and consistency over diversity and novelty, and they often use quantitative and objective measures to assess their systems, such as accuracy, speed, complexity, and coverage.</p><p><br /></p><p>The debate between the whimsical spaghetti demons and the gogurt demons is not new in AI research. It reflects a long-standing tension between two paradigms of artificial intelligence: the symbolic paradigm and the connectionist paradigm. The symbolic paradigm is based on the idea that intelligence can be represented by symbols and manipulated by rules. The connectionist paradigm is based on the idea that intelligence can be modeled by networks of neurons and learned by adaptation. Both paradigms have their strengths and weaknesses, and both have contributed to the advancement of AI research in different ways.</p><p><br /></p><p>However, some AI researchers argue that the dichotomy between the whimsical spaghetti demons and the gogurt demons is too simplistic and limiting. They propose that instead of choosing one approach over the other, AI researchers should embrace both approaches and integrate them in a complementary and synergistic way. They suggest that intelligence is not a single or static phenomenon, but a multi-faceted and dynamic one that requires multiple perspectives and methods to capture its richness and complexity. They advocate for a hybrid approach to AI research that combines the creativity and diversity of the whimsical spaghetti demons with the rigor and efficiency of the gogurt demons.</p>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-9994312094297604392010-03-09T12:37:00.001-07:002010-03-09T12:37:12.322-07:00Sugar Gliders.The other day my sister brought home some sugar gliders. She's been doing this thing lately where she picks up pets on ksl and sells them to a new owner. They were too cute and they had to be mine. There are two, one male, one female, named Hubert and Marjory. I named them. :) After a few days Hubert is pretty chill and used to being around me. The same cannot be said for Marjory. She seems to be a bit overly dependent on Hubert. She'll get used to me... just have to give her time... Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-90965153899232220042009-08-05T03:38:00.003-06:002009-08-23T14:39:54.142-06:00Confusion.Insert incoherant ramblings here.Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-67877840947267296852009-06-01T21:50:00.003-06:002009-06-01T22:11:51.489-06:00Spring CleaningIt seems that the more organized and structured something is, the easier it becomes. The problem is that within organization and structure comes the possibility for boredom. <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Chaos seems to have an appeal that organization and stucture can't rival, however should we base how we live on what is most appealing only?</span><div><br /></div><div>I've been thinking about how I should incorporate some system of stucture into my life. Maybe keep a calendar, do laudry on a specific day instead of when it has overgrown my room. Perhaps set aside a day of the week to do general cleaning and housework. </div><div><br /></div><div>Maybe I'll go deeper. Maybe I'll have to start sheduling my days. I know, I've been such a slacker as of late. So, where to start? What ingredients do I want to fill my days with?</div><div><br /></div><div>I'm thinking exercise should be in there, reading, meditation as well. Wow! It has been quite a while since I've held myself accountable for much of anything. Better get crackin'. Tonight, maybe laundry and a little cleaning. Tomorrow, well we're just going to have to figure that out. I think this might be a good change from the norm.</div>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-76413335403271856352009-05-27T23:11:00.007-06:002010-03-09T12:24:15.209-07:00First Topic: What Motivates People To Chat On Facebook?<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Facebook</span>. We all have one. Those who haven't joined yet are considered by their online friends to be living in some sort of time distortion. There's no question about its wide spread usage, but let's get a little more specific. Let's talk about the chat feature.<div><br /><div>Recently I was chatting with a new friend of mine, Jen (<a href="http://www.mythbusterbeauty.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">mythbusterbeauty</span>.com</a>). While chatting, she suggested I write about what the motivation is for people to chat on <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Facebook</span>. Now that's a tough topic. My first thoughts were about those friends that <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">consistently</span> initiate chats and don't have anything they really wanted to say to you. They're bored and you are their boredom scapegoat. Of course, the conversations are drawn out forever with replies that grow shorter and shorter until you end up with nothing but an "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">uhuh</span>" or "oh" as a response. When you've finished the business you came online to do you find yourself thinking of a way to get out of the conversation and logging the heck out. At this point, you've convinced yourself that you'd rather be weeding the garden than politely carrying on conversation. This is not always the case, or so we hope.</div><div><br /></div><div>Sometimes we might be online and have some personal news we need to share with a close friend, we <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">log in</span> and like an answer to a prayer, there, in that little, diabolically evil list of who has chat enabled and is online, we find that one close friend and we get the news off of our chest. What a relief. YEAH RIGHT! Maybe once in a blue moon.</div><div><br /></div><div>The main purposes of chatting, as far as I can tell, is to feel like you're still connected and up to date with the person you are chatting with. We make friends, but do we have time to talk to every, or even most of our friends in person? Chances are the answer is no. So what do we do to stay up to date with these friends? What do we do so that we don't feel like strangers when we meet again in person? We text, chat, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">IM</span>, call, email, etc. I'm of the opinion that <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Facebook</span> has outgrown the buddies you see all the time and has grown a place to house the friends you once had and just might want to see again one day. And so we chat.</div><div><br /></div><div>Of course this very well may be quite an over generalization. We are motivated to chat online for endless reasons. Another quick reason would be to inform someone of something simply because it's not considered email worthy, or perhaps it's something time sensitive. </div><div><br /></div><div>To be completely honest, I'm not the greatest person to be blogging on this. I'm rarely the one to initiate chats on F<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">acebook</span>. I'm more of an <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">IM</span> and email guy. What do you guys think? I want to hear your thoughts. Tell me what you think.</div></div>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3772376687614723400.post-26475075341931828112009-05-27T15:57:00.002-06:002009-05-27T16:21:59.860-06:00Everyone's doing it.It seems that everyone and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">their</span> dogs have blogs today, so I thought "why not me?". So, here I am, starting a blog without a clue as of what to write. Perhaps I'll review bands, albums, movies and such here, maybe I'll just rant on occasion, but I hope to make this a place where thoughts can come and go, where people come to get something off <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">their</span> chest, or just a place where you can come to share something you like. <div><br /><div>Send some suggestions my way of what you'd like to discuss. I'll give you my take on anything you'd like. Throw me lines about what pisses you off, what your passions are, what you wish would change, thoughts about a band you just saw, a quote you read, a movie you saw, whatever, otherwise I'm just going to write what's on my mind, and frankly, that might bore you.</div><div><br /></div><div>Just do it damnit!</div></div>Gillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09799403191192182436noreply@blogger.com2