Comments on: Friday Gathering: Favre is back! Edition

By: Alan

Alan — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:26:53 +0000

Your article on this blog is fantastic.
Well done! I’m a big fan of your blog and be sure to keep up the great work.
I plan on returning and linking to your site.
Sincerely,
Alan H.
http://www.alanhaft.com

By: Stew

Stew — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 20:03:43 +0000

@Clever, thanks for stopping by – my beard must not be as thick as yours. Glad I can use an electric …

@MITBeta, fair enough, although the article did list several shortcomings of the program. If you were to summarize, in what way has the program been a success?

By: Clever Dude

Clever Dude — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 01:45:40 +0000

Thanks for the link. Keep in mind that a straight razor is different than a safety razor. The straight razor is what they used in the wild west, while a safety razor is more like what your grandpa probably used. I’m still transitioning from my fusion 6 blade to the single blade (double-edged) safety razor, but shaving is just so much more enjoyable now. I actually look forward to shaving each morning.

As for electric razors, I’ve tried a few too and they just irritate my skin. My beard is just wayyyy to thick and stiff to use anything other than a blade, and it was time to either buy $60 worth of replacement cartridges or try out a safety razor. I’m glad I switched!

By: MITBeta @ Don't Feed The Alligators

MITBeta @ Don't Feed The Alligators — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 23:48:52 +0000

Cash for Clunkers seems to be working great. The only problem I’ve seen is that it’s too popular. Nice spin on the link the “shortcomings” article, which is not at all what the article was about.

By: Ron

Ron — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 21:13:09 +0000

“if our government cannot properly administer a $3 billion entitlement, how in the world can we trust that they can handle a $1.3 trillion dollar entitlement (healthcare)?”

How indeed?

Reference the errors and poor conditions in VA hospitals, the “free” county hospitals, and the “imploding” Canadian health care system (their words, not mine). At some point, people will hopefully realize, as our President recently did with the FedEx/Post Office comparison, that government run editions of private enterprises are consistently poor performers in all measurable aspects. Oh wait, HE’S the one pushing it …

By: Ashley

Ashley — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 20:35:42 +0000

Interesting brown bag experiment. For me, going out almost everyday for lunch ends in a round tummy and an empty wallet.

By: IS

IS — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:21:59 +0000

Wow, it’s going to make things very interesting. I personally hope that Favre can prove all doubters wrong and lead Minessota to a division title:)

By: Stew

Stew — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:19:17 +0000

As a lifelong Packer fan, my loyalties are divided, but this guy makes for great spectating. I’ve watched him practically every Sunday in the fall since the early 90’s. I’m happy to see him back – even if he is playing for the enemy.

By: Bible Money Matters

Bible Money Matters — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 15:55:47 +0000

I DO care that Favre is playing for the Vikings since I’m in Minnesota and a lifelong Vikings fan. Can’t wait to see him in his first game tonight. Here’s to hoping that he stays healthy and does better than either of our other meager backups.

By: Mike D.

Mike D. — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 15:11:55 +0000

I switched to a double edge safety razor about a month ago and really enjoy it. I got too much skin irritation from a regular razor and the electric I tried didn’t work well enough, maybe I should have bought a more expensive/nicer one. I think I get a better shave now. The cost savings was a minor issue for me, I’m glad to take it but was really looking for a better shave. We’ll see what the cost savings really adds up to, it seems like even though blades are cheaper I’m changing them a bit more frequently so the savings isn’t as high as I first thought it might be.