Be seen in the background of Chicago’s free classical concerts October 4, 2023 I'm thinking about having Mr. T visit Chicago's free classical concert series. You might spot us in the background of WFMT's live stream on Youtube and Facebook.
Do you really want multiple personal profiles on Facebook? September 22, 2023 You can now have multiple personal profiles on Facebook. Laughs. Just a couple weeks ago, I did the opposite. I MERGED two of my biggest personal profiles.
How to enable your Mastodon posts to be searchable (tutorial) September 22, 2023 Want to make your Mastodon posts more discoverable? Check out this step-by-step tutorial on how to enable your toots to be searchable!
Transforming the Batmobile into a bubble machine September 11, 2023 Tough on the outside, playful on the inside! Meet the car that's redefining macho. Pull the string at the back, and it's bubble bonanza time!
Preserving fall’s treasures: the unique fusion of leaves and Polaroids September 10, 2023 Embrace the changing seasons! Explore the art of preserving memories as we transition from summer to fall. From digital snapshots to Polaroid charm, discover how we capture and cherish moments in a fast-paced world.
Merging “mattmaldre” and “spudart” September 8, 2023 Streamlining my digital presence! I'm simplifying my social media life by adopting 'Spudart' as my one true handle.
Urban dictionary is now obsolete dictionary September 7, 2023 Say goodbye to Urban Dictionary's shenanigans. I've found better word fun on thefreedictionary.com, thesaurus.com, and etymonline.com.
Playing with coffee unlocks improvement for industrial concrete September 6, 2023 Scientists down under are brewing up stronger concrete with coffee magic! By adding charred coffee grounds, they've boosted concrete strength by a whopping 30%.
Market mistakes with Jawas August 31, 2023 The following is a story about me discovering a Star Wars card on eBay featuring a Jawa. I discovered later that this is a digital card, not a physical card. I wrote the story like I’m a Jawa getting hoodwinked…
I’m in Reader’s Digest August 30, 2023 If you give Chat GPT fifty quotes about aging, which will it pick as its favorite?
What is scrolling through social media like today? August 28, 2023 "never before have so many swiped up so much for so little" —Ben Grosser
Why is Twitter still so tempting to use? August 25, 2023 Seeking a Twitter alternative? I've tried Threads, Substack's Notes, and Mastodon. Now, I'm on Blue Sky! 🚀 Let's see if it sticks.
Conquer lens fog: How to keep your camera clear in humid weather August 25, 2023 Unlock the secrets to crystal-clear photography even on the steamiest of days! Your lens fog days are over.
Keeping track of where you’d like to visit August 17, 2023 Curating the ultimate adventure catalog! My Google Sheet holds 279 must-visit spots, from art museums to bicycle collections. Stay tuned for more categories like sculpture parks and famous trees!
Flowers in hommage of Brice Marden August 11, 2023 Using artificial intelligence to make a painting in honor of abstract painter Brice Marden
National Ice Cream Sandwich Day and National Coloring Book Day August 2, 2023 Color an ice cream sandwich to celebrate two holidays at once!
The first Hot Wheels car with braille May 22, 2023 Translating the braille on the Hot Wheels car, and exploring more engaging phrases for use in braille
You gotta fight for your right to be arty! April 23, 2023 Let's take the famous song "Fight For Your Right" by the Beastie Boys, and make it about art.
Ideas on how to celebrate International Snailpapers Day April 6, 2023 Just what is a snailpaper anyways?
Sadly, the Amazon Assistant Chrome add-on no longer works March 29, 2023 It looks like Amazon does not let you add non-Amazon items to your wish list anymore!
Why you should always carry carrots in your pocket during winter March 10, 2023 A good habit on snowy days might also result in a healthy snack for later.
Making notepad pages for 2023 March 9, 2023 Writing is not only about getting thoughts out of your head, but also about putting thoughts into your head.
What would you do with the paint used on yellow pencils? March 8, 2023 An exploration of the color yellow in pencils
If you sprayed your windshield wiper fluid non-stop, how long would it last? March 7, 2023 ChatGPT does not have the answer, but the new Bing AI does give a guess with actual research.
Hilarious insurance for your $1.29 Hot Wheels car February 28, 2023 Does Batman have an insurance policy on his Batmobile?
Creating joyful urban snowmen: making the most of found materials January 27, 2023 Forget rolling snowballs, transform found materials into a unique and joyful urban snowman by utilizing existing snow chunks and materials from the city's trees and curb. Bring a touch of whimsy to the cityscape by placing your creation on a…
How to celebrate the five Illinois Poet Laureates January 6, 2023 Did you know that each U.S. State has its own Poet Laureate?
A new Christmas tradition: Decorate a pineapple with tiny ornaments December 24, 2022 Are you looking for a unique Christmas decoration? Consider decorating a Christmas pineapple.
Pause and sit on a bench October 6, 2022 Five reasons to adopt this simple lifetime habit of sitting on a newly encountered bench.
My new gallery—a large flat stone in the Park District September 30, 2022 Thinking about what artwork I can leave on this rock
Googlie eyes over Paris September 26, 2022 Having fun with the Eiffel Tower webcam
