Turning over a new LEAF?

by philrw
129 words - 1 min read
Auto Tech
I’m crushing on the Nissan LEAF right now, and it’s not even available yet. Things that would strike me as particularly awesome about driving an EV: no transmission no coolant/radiator/radiator fans no gas, gas tank, exhaust system, or emissions no oil changes because no engine oil no tune ups (because no spark plugs or distributor greatly reduced maintenance schedule (basically just brakes and suspension) ability to recharge at home or work The drawbacks as I see it are: reduced range (currently about 1/4-1/5 the range of my Golf) expensive battery pack replacement in about 10 years
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Movie Theater Blacklist, Entry No. 1: AMC Olde Town 14

by philrw
353 words - 2 min read
Film/TV/Theater
Rarely do I see a movie theatrically that I feel compelled to write a poor review of the actual theater. But the Olde Town AMC Theaters in Arvada are an exception. They are exceptionally bad. The story: K and I went to see Toy Story 3 Saturday night last. Upon beginning the preview reel, the center speaker exhibited symptoms of having a blown driver or something else wrong with the thing: all the dialogue (across all the previews) was missing a lot of frequency range, almost as if everything were coming through a telephone filter.
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God’s Wounds, Man, Get It Right!

by philrw
38 words - 1 min read
Personal

I heard a radio interviewer/host mispronounce this word today, so I had to post a public correction.

The Shakespearian-era curse word zounds is a contraction of “God’s wounds.” Pronounce it as such and not like the word “sounds.”

I Can Do That

by philrw
270 words - 2 min read
Rants and Raves
Yesterday I put a new electric radiator fan in my car. It took an hour. I felt useful, like I’d accomplished something. And I had. I have the oil residue on my elbow to prove it. This might turn into a reiteration of a previous blog entry, so I really should stop here. I have the sentiment that I can do so much… with a computer, with music, with video editing, with whatever. How do I make a company see what a great asset I’d be to them? Whom do I know?
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Response to your [name obscured] application

by philrw
83 words - 1 min read
Personal

This from a company that initially contacted me.

Thank you for taking the time to consider a position with [name obscured]. While we respect your achievements and appreciate your interest in applying, we’ve decided after careful consideration to move forward with other candidates.

We will keep all of your information on file; if circumstances change we may consider you for any appropriate positions that become available. We appreciate the interest you have shown in [name obscured] and wish you success in your career.

And Again

by philrw
51 words - 1 min read
Personal

Thank you for taking the time to apply for the I.T position at [company name obscured].  We received a large number of highly qualified applicants for this opening.  While we were impressed with your qualifications, after careful consideration we have decided to pursue other options for this position at this time.

A First (and a Second)

by philrw
112 words - 1 min read
Personal
Two in the same day. That’s a first for me. This one at 7:18 am: Thank you for expressing an interest in the Assoc Engr position. While it is never an easy decision, we have decided to consider other candidates whose qualifications more closely matched the needs of this position. …and this one at 7:26 pm: We want to thank you for your interest in the position of Audio Visual Coordinator 00874 advertised April 5, 2010 through April 16, 2010 11:59 PM. Unfortunately, you have not been chosen to advance to the next step in the selection process and at this time will not be under further consideration for this position.
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:( Again

by philrw
30 words - 1 min read
Personal

Hi, Phil. We gave it a long look but in the end we decided to hire someone else instead.  Thank you for your time and good luck in your search.