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Dec 30, 2006
I Am My Favorite Superhero! Go Geeks!
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Dec 8, 2006
Death and Biscuits
The Pillsbury Doughboy died yesterday of a yeast infection and trauma complications from repeated pokes in the belly. He was 71.
Doughboy was buried in a lightly greased coffin. Dozens of celebrities turned out to pay their respects, including Mrs. Butterworth, Hungry Jack, the California Raisins, Betty Crocker, the Hostess Twinkies, and Captain Crunch. The grave site was piled high with flours.
Aunt Jemima delivered the eulogy and lovingly described Doughboy as a man who never knew how much he was kneaded. Doughboy rose quickly in show business, but his later life was filled with turnovers. He was not considered a very smart cookie, wasting much of his dough on half-baked schemes. Despite being a little flaky at times he still was a crusty old man and was considered a positive roll model for millions.
Doughboy is survived by his wife Play Dough, two children, John Dough and Jane Dough, plus they had one in the oven. He is also survived by his elderly father, Pop Tart.
The funeral was held at 3:50 for about 20 minutes.
[thanks, robby!]
Doughboy was buried in a lightly greased coffin. Dozens of celebrities turned out to pay their respects, including Mrs. Butterworth, Hungry Jack, the California Raisins, Betty Crocker, the Hostess Twinkies, and Captain Crunch. The grave site was piled high with flours.
Aunt Jemima delivered the eulogy and lovingly described Doughboy as a man who never knew how much he was kneaded. Doughboy rose quickly in show business, but his later life was filled with turnovers. He was not considered a very smart cookie, wasting much of his dough on half-baked schemes. Despite being a little flaky at times he still was a crusty old man and was considered a positive roll model for millions.
Doughboy is survived by his wife Play Dough, two children, John Dough and Jane Dough, plus they had one in the oven. He is also survived by his elderly father, Pop Tart.
The funeral was held at 3:50 for about 20 minutes.
[thanks, robby!]
Dec 2, 2006
The Aliens Have Firefox, 2
This might just be one of the coolest things I've EVER seen...screenshot to left.
Note the machines/vehicles near the bottom...They spell out "FX2".
[via Google Sightseeing Blog]
Nov 17, 2006
Help us make the front page!
Digg the VillageFilm!
Please! Click on the link above, and "Digg" the story that appears. If you don't have a Digg account, it will only take moments to setup and you never have to come back.
[Digg is a news outlet where the stories are submitted entirely by users without any sort of editorial input. If we make the front page it could be a HUGE boon to our project. ]
Please help us now!
Please! Click on the link above, and "Digg" the story that appears. If you don't have a Digg account, it will only take moments to setup and you never have to come back.
[Digg is a news outlet where the stories are submitted entirely by users without any sort of editorial input. If we make the front page it could be a HUGE boon to our project. ]
Please help us now!
Chat with Filmmakers
The VillageFilm just added chat capability to its ever-evolving website. Head on over to the Village to see the new chat link.
There is a chat schedule posted on the Google Calendar, as well. Chat capability is available 24/7, but the schedule should give you an idea of when at least someone else will be there. Chats are so much more fun when its more than just you!
Tuesdays at 10pm EST [9pm for us Central folks] is the best time to find us. That's when the story team and I will be there hashing out different ideas. We would love to hear your input directly! Of course you can always simply make a comment from the Village for everyone to see.
There is a chat schedule posted on the Google Calendar, as well. Chat capability is available 24/7, but the schedule should give you an idea of when at least someone else will be there. Chats are so much more fun when its more than just you!
Tuesdays at 10pm EST [9pm for us Central folks] is the best time to find us. That's when the story team and I will be there hashing out different ideas. We would love to hear your input directly! Of course you can always simply make a comment from the Village for everyone to see.
Nov 13, 2006
Nov 12, 2006
VillageFilm adds Ads, chooses Chat
The website is now ad-supported (through Google's AdSense, what else?). Now when you invite people to visit the site, you're supporting the project with people and money. Sweet!
After some discussion and wrangling, we decided to go ahead and switch to a javascript chat module. Soon, we'll be removing the old chat functionality in the Village's right frame, and instead we'll add a link to a chat module in the navigation bar on the left. The chat module is provided by Gabbly.com , and it's freeking awesome.
Chat will become an important feature of our experience in the near future. The asynchronous communication we've set up is slick (considering that it costs us nothing), but I think it's important to exchange ideas in real time. Hopefully this will help drive traffic to the site as well. Also, it could help increase participation--most people seem to think helping the VillageFilm project will take hours and hours, time they cannot spare. The chat sessions will hopefully show that you can help with the project even if you only have a few minutes to spare.
ACTIONS
After some discussion and wrangling, we decided to go ahead and switch to a javascript chat module. Soon, we'll be removing the old chat functionality in the Village's right frame, and instead we'll add a link to a chat module in the navigation bar on the left. The chat module is provided by Gabbly.com , and it's freeking awesome.
Chat will become an important feature of our experience in the near future. The asynchronous communication we've set up is slick (considering that it costs us nothing), but I think it's important to exchange ideas in real time. Hopefully this will help drive traffic to the site as well. Also, it could help increase participation--most people seem to think helping the VillageFilm project will take hours and hours, time they cannot spare. The chat sessions will hopefully show that you can help with the project even if you only have a few minutes to spare.
ACTIONS
- Visit the website, check out our new ad-supported goodness.
- Make a comment about something in story 1, scene 1 [click on script in the Village]. I'll leave the specifics up to you.
Nov 2, 2006
Editors to begin work on RS&P
It's about time.
The Story Team decided on a storyline, and now it's time for the real work to begin.
We will use Google Docs & Spreadsheets to write the script. We're starting by developing a solid outline of all three story lines, which will make the script writing process that much easier.
For those of you not invited to the actual edit board (you'll receive an email if you are), feel free to make comments/suggestions/criticisms/etc. from within the Village. I've built two forms, one that allows you to comment on the script, and one that comments on the outline.
Below are some key definitions and links.
VillageFilm: the accurate way of spelling/referring to this project, as a whole.
Village Filmmakers : Anyone involved in the process of creating this film.
Editors: Key people with significant power over a specific step they have expertise in.
The Village: the frameset that allows easy access to all the tools we will use in this project.
RSP: Religion, Sex, and Politics (the working title of the film we are making).
Read/comment on the outline
Read/comment on the script
Read other people's comments on either one
[ps: the website colors are (maybe?) decided. I went with a Google color scheme, since that seemed to make sense. Notice the similarity to Gmail, Groups, Docs, and several other Google products. Let me know what you think.]
The Story Team decided on a storyline, and now it's time for the real work to begin.
We will use Google Docs & Spreadsheets to write the script. We're starting by developing a solid outline of all three story lines, which will make the script writing process that much easier.
For those of you not invited to the actual edit board (you'll receive an email if you are), feel free to make comments/suggestions/criticisms/etc. from within the Village. I've built two forms, one that allows you to comment on the script, and one that comments on the outline.
Below are some key definitions and links.
VillageFilm: the accurate way of spelling/referring to this project, as a whole.
Village Filmmakers : Anyone involved in the process of creating this film.
Editors: Key people with significant power over a specific step they have expertise in.
The Village: the frameset that allows easy access to all the tools we will use in this project.
RSP: Religion, Sex, and Politics (the working title of the film we are making).
Read/comment on the outline
Read/comment on the script
Read other people's comments on either one
[ps: the website colors are (maybe?) decided. I went with a Google color scheme, since that seemed to make sense. Notice the similarity to Gmail, Groups, Docs, and several other Google products. Let me know what you think.]
Nov 1, 2006
Storyline Chosen!
NEWS
• the Story Team finally decided on a story idea to work on. again,
just for reference, i am not on the story team, and did not influence
their decision. they've decided that "Religion, Sex, and Politics" is
the concept that seems to have the most potential for our purposes.
• so it's time to start writing! i'll send out instructions and links
tomorrow. if you want to read up on the storyline as it stands, check
out the forum.
ACTIONS
• read the synopsis for Religion, Sex and Politics here.
Oct 30, 2006
Website Updated
NEWS
• made some serious behind-the-scenes updates to the website. anyone may now leave a comment about the script, while reading it. they don't even have to have a Google account. all the comments will be hosted on another blogger blog.
• in that vein, the Story team has assured me that the script WILL be chosen by Wednesday night at 9pm. so i'm holding them to that. then we can actually start writing this beast.
• i figured out a simple way to help us browse the comments on the comment blog, if it happens that a lot of people start participating. basically, you find a comment about a scene you're interested in, then click a link at the bottom of the comment, and voila! all the other comments on the subject appear before your very eyes.
ACTION
• nothing. sleep in. if you want, you can check out the updated Village Frames site. try clicking the "Script" link, and see what happens.
• made some serious behind-the-scenes updates to the website. anyone may now leave a comment about the script, while reading it. they don't even have to have a Google account. all the comments will be hosted on another blogger blog.
• in that vein, the Story team has assured me that the script WILL be chosen by Wednesday night at 9pm. so i'm holding them to that. then we can actually start writing this beast.
• i figured out a simple way to help us browse the comments on the comment blog, if it happens that a lot of people start participating. basically, you find a comment about a scene you're interested in, then click a link at the bottom of the comment, and voila! all the other comments on the subject appear before your very eyes.
ACTION
• nothing. sleep in. if you want, you can check out the updated Village Frames site. try clicking the "Script" link, and see what happens.
villagefilm will double post here
well, the Village Film project is coming along, and I want all of you to know just how well it's going.
which is why, from now on, you'll see the contents of the villagefilm blog doubled here. that way, you'll always know "what's up".
feel free to join the party, if you like.
start at villagefilm.googlepages.com
which is why, from now on, you'll see the contents of the villagefilm blog doubled here. that way, you'll always know "what's up".
feel free to join the party, if you like.
start at villagefilm.googlepages.com
Sep 18, 2006
let me say i'm sorry
you see, it's hard for me to admit it, but...
i've found someone else.
not that you weren't great. you were. you are, even. i'm just...changing. and completely enraptured.
sorry if i don't communicate enough. i'm trying, but she's taking over my life. and i'm loving every minute.
but be not dismayed. she is open to others, too. you could join us, if you like. i know that might be a little weird, and not what you're used to, but...i'm telling you, it's worth it. or at least, it will be.
[where has nic gone? he's here, making a movie. come help him!]
i've found someone else.
not that you weren't great. you were. you are, even. i'm just...changing. and completely enraptured.
sorry if i don't communicate enough. i'm trying, but she's taking over my life. and i'm loving every minute.
but be not dismayed. she is open to others, too. you could join us, if you like. i know that might be a little weird, and not what you're used to, but...i'm telling you, it's worth it. or at least, it will be.
[where has nic gone? he's here, making a movie. come help him!]
Sep 13, 2006
a film project for YOU
this is it, folks. my first official announcement of the latest crazy concept i dreamed up. and now more than ever, this one's about you.
ever notice how the internet these days is all about user input? users tag other user's photos on flickr, internet applications stay in beta for about a million years while collecting "user feedback", there's even a whole internet encyclopedia created by users keyboards!
well, i'm gonna take this concept of a "user-centric" internet and see what happens when you try to make a film with it.
it's called "villagefilm." because, as the former pseudo(actual?)president of the United States would say, "it takes a village..."
The Concept
its completely collaborative, from page one. everybody has input on the storyline we use, the editing process of the script, the storyboarding, the post-production process--pretty much everything except the actual shooting process (which you can actually be involved in if you're willing to relocate to Jackson, TN for a while).
The Process
we will use a number of collaborative internet applications that allow many people to at least give their input on any given step. these applications are, intentionally, all provided by Google. Google, however, has not expressed any endorsement of this project and probably never will. the system simply allows us to use a wide variety of apps without a lot of sign-up processes. the applications we will use include:
Gmail - for communications.
Writely - for the script.
Google Spreadsheets - prop lists, equipment needs, etc.
Google Calendar - scheduling, duh.
Google Talk - live communications .
Google Notebook - for saving a collective of good ideas.
Picasa - to use the web albums.
Picasa Web Albums - storyboarding and production shots/poster concepts.
Google Video - for dailies and trailers.
Blogger - promotional material, production blog, t-shirt sales, etc.
Sketch Up - further storyboarding possibilities.
Google Pages - promotional purposes/the full website.
Froogle - props, equipment purchases.
Google Maps - directions/locations.
The Current Situation
currently, those involved on the project are deciding on a logo for the villagefilm. you can give us your input here. soon, however, we'll start debating story ideas and fleshing out a script. i wanted to give you the heads up now because, well, that's the point. everyone can be involved from page one. [you'll have to sign in to your Google account to leave a comment. if you don't have one, get one]
if you want further updates about this project, keep checking here or send us an email at
villagefilm [at} gmail *dot* com <--protecting me from spam bots. type it in like a normal email address and you should be fine.
looking forward to working with you!
invite a friend!
ever notice how the internet these days is all about user input? users tag other user's photos on flickr, internet applications stay in beta for about a million years while collecting "user feedback", there's even a whole internet encyclopedia created by users keyboards!
well, i'm gonna take this concept of a "user-centric" internet and see what happens when you try to make a film with it.
it's called "villagefilm." because, as the former pseudo(actual?)president of the United States would say, "it takes a village..."
The Concept
its completely collaborative, from page one. everybody has input on the storyline we use, the editing process of the script, the storyboarding, the post-production process--pretty much everything except the actual shooting process (which you can actually be involved in if you're willing to relocate to Jackson, TN for a while).
The Process
we will use a number of collaborative internet applications that allow many people to at least give their input on any given step. these applications are, intentionally, all provided by Google. Google, however, has not expressed any endorsement of this project and probably never will. the system simply allows us to use a wide variety of apps without a lot of sign-up processes. the applications we will use include:
Gmail - for communications.
Writely - for the script.
Google Spreadsheets - prop lists, equipment needs, etc.
Google Calendar - scheduling, duh.
Google Talk - live communications .
Google Notebook - for saving a collective of good ideas.
Picasa - to use the web albums.
Picasa Web Albums - storyboarding and production shots/poster concepts.
Google Video - for dailies and trailers.
Blogger - promotional material, production blog, t-shirt sales, etc.
Sketch Up - further storyboarding possibilities.
Google Pages - promotional purposes/the full website.
Froogle - props, equipment purchases.
Google Maps - directions/locations.
The Current Situation
currently, those involved on the project are deciding on a logo for the villagefilm. you can give us your input here. soon, however, we'll start debating story ideas and fleshing out a script. i wanted to give you the heads up now because, well, that's the point. everyone can be involved from page one. [you'll have to sign in to your Google account to leave a comment. if you don't have one, get one]
if you want further updates about this project, keep checking here or send us an email at
villagefilm [at} gmail *dot* com <--protecting me from spam bots. type it in like a normal email address and you should be fine.
looking forward to working with you!
invite a friend!
Sep 12, 2006
a spam blogger? me?!?
apparently, blogger's webbots have tagged my "pfostpfilms" blog as a spam blog, aka a 'splog'.
which basically means i have to punch in a word verification every time i post.
think of it. me. your friend nic. an official spam blogger. and not just an ordinary splogger, no. one that has garnered the attention and, yes, punishment of our friend Google. which is ironic, seeing how much i support and depend on Google practically every day.
life is funny sometimes.
which basically means i have to punch in a word verification every time i post.
think of it. me. your friend nic. an official spam blogger. and not just an ordinary splogger, no. one that has garnered the attention and, yes, punishment of our friend Google. which is ironic, seeing how much i support and depend on Google practically every day.
life is funny sometimes.
Sep 11, 2006
i broke xanga! whoops!
so i accidentally broke xanga for some people. didn't realize i had the power.
so this is my attempt to fix the problem.
good luck to me.
so this is my attempt to fix the problem.
good luck to me.
Sep 10, 2006
finally, finally, finally
after several hours of tinkering, i finally got xanga to accept new posts from blogger.
which means the following:
new posts from me will show up simultaneously at blogger, xanga, and facebook. (FINALLY!!!!)
comments will be disabled on xanga (you can comment on blogger WITHOUT signing up for it).
i'll probably rarely update my layout on xanga (but i do that already, and noone cares...so...).
ALSO--
i'm going to post about a film project that you can have a part in pretty soon. keep your eyes peeled.
which means the following:
new posts from me will show up simultaneously at blogger, xanga, and facebook. (FINALLY!!!!)
comments will be disabled on xanga (you can comment on blogger WITHOUT signing up for it).
i'll probably rarely update my layout on xanga (but i do that already, and noone cares...so...).
ALSO--
i'm going to post about a film project that you can have a part in pretty soon. keep your eyes peeled.
Sep 9, 2006
curse of normality
i am male.
i am white.
how can i best diversify a classroom, workplace, or other system that will benefit from diversification?
by leaving it.
i am white.
how can i best diversify a classroom, workplace, or other system that will benefit from diversification?
by leaving it.
Sep 4, 2006
pixel art to the EXTREME!
http://www.lovepixel.idv.tw/
think of it. starting with a large blank canvas in Microsoft Paint.
then, pixel by pixel, you start to create a building. which turns into a city. which becomes a freeking LANDSCAPE.
this, my dear friends, is the fate of whatever guy did the picture at the link.
think of it. starting with a large blank canvas in Microsoft Paint.
then, pixel by pixel, you start to create a building. which turns into a city. which becomes a freeking LANDSCAPE.
this, my dear friends, is the fate of whatever guy did the picture at the link.
Sep 3, 2006
the internet is ****
funny. i spent all day online and end up
here.
and i think its the most enlightening (not to mention brief) thing i've read all day.
i think i'll go read a book now.
[and--sorry for the language. it's still good.]
here.
and i think its the most enlightening (not to mention brief) thing i've read all day.
i think i'll go read a book now.
[and--sorry for the language. it's still good.]
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