I want to make this clear right off the bat and state that there is no actual consuming of cow pies in this post. Not voluntarily anyway. I only mention that, since I know most of you sick bastards followed the title here expecting……who knows what you were expecting? And who wants to know? Certainly not I. Furthermore, you will not find any disgusting pictures of cow pies or … [Read more...]
Funny Japanese Smoking Manners Sign
This funny sign is part of a brilliant ad campaign by Japan Tobacco to encourage "smoking manners." You'll see these things all over the place in Japan. … [Read more...]
6 Steps to Becoming a True Backpacker
What does it take to be a backpacker? Common sense says it takes a backpack; but what about those who carry backpacks while staying in luxury hotels or traveling as part of a tour? Or those who travel cheaply, but prefer a suitcase to having all their possessions strapped to their backs? Ask ten people and you'll get ten definitions, so I've decided to take matters into my own … [Read more...]
Japanese Add Faucet to Toilet to Save Water
Most people are aware of Japan's high-tech toilets with their numerous (and let's face it, mostly unnecessary) functions, but not everyone knows that most toilets in Japan come with a faucet and a little sink above the water tank. When you flush, the faucet starts running to refill the tank, giving you a chance to wash your hands without using up any additional water. Pretty … [Read more...]
Winter Photos of Berlin and the Hell I Endured to Get Them
I'm going to do something different this week and put up a post of photos. This is generally only done by good photographers, but I'm going to buck that trend. Besides, as the author of a post on how to take crappy pictures, I feel I should demonstrate just how qualified I am to be giving out such advice.I've been in Berlin for the past few months and have … [Read more...]