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Google Chromebooks — Looks can be deceiving!

Paul

Laptops don’t last forever!

I know I’ve had this Acer Aspire 5739G for over 3 years now and it is showing quite a bit of wear and tear.   It looks like I might need to invest a new laptop to do all of what I need with it.  So I’ve been doing a little research and found the Acer C7 Chromebook [Affiliate Link].   It has the Chrome OS so it should be interesting to say the least. Some of the Specs of this Chrome Book is:

Screen Size 11.6 inches
Screen Resolution 1366×768
Max Screen Resolution 1366 x 768
Processor 1.10 GHz Phenom Dual-Core
RAM 2.00 GB
Hard Drive 320 GB HDD 5400 rpm
Chipset Brand Intel
Wireless Type 802.11bgn

Small but powerful!

As you can see this isn’t a really powerful notebook. I really don’t think I need a powerful notebook to be able to do what I need to online.   I’ve been using the my Acer Tablet more and more to do just what needs to be done.   I’ve not really been using my notebook, well lets face it, it is going to break sooner or later and I am trying to only use it for the blogging and other such stuff like that.   Everything that I need to do is being done with my Tablet and I’m have no problems with it.   I can watch movies and shows from it when I need to and It is small enough to take just about anywhere.   The only problem I may have with it is the ability to use it a notebook.   This is where I will need an actual notebook that isn’t to big or to bulky to take with me from time to time.  

Installing Another OS!

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If I get this, I might just have fun and install Kubuntu on it but that is after I check out the Chrome OS and see how it is.   I’ve not order this Chromebook just yet because I am going to wait and see how to buy it.   I am however quite interested in the promises it says up to 4 hours of battery life.   Will it last 4 hours without a charge that is a good question.  I’ve read one writers experience with at least one version of the Chrome OS.  So this makes me wonder if I will have the same problem with the OS as they had with it.

Don’t need everything!

I don’t really need everything but it would be nice to blog and use it offline, so I might have to install Kubuntu when I and IF I get it.   I’m one of those that knows that it isn’t the end of the world if you find it not working just perfectly.   I will however explore other options and notebooks if I find something that will work under 300$.   I’m currently can only spend that much money on a notebook or laptop to be able to blog with.   So I am going to look around and see.   If you know of any good notebooks that you would recommend leave a comment or contact me and let me know.   I’d love to find out which one(s) your using and why!

Paul Sylvester

A lot of Sound from a Small device, a review of the Jam Wireless Speaker!

Paul

Simply Amazing!

I’m really impressed with this little device.   The Homedics Jam Wireless Portable Speaker is simply the best possible alternative for people on the go or needs to keep it small!

Specs of t his Speaker:

  • Incredible sound quality in a small footprint
  • Connects wirelessly up to 30 feet away
  • Works with all Blue tooth-enabled devices: smart phones, tablets and more..
  • Rechargeable for up to 4 hours of wireless play
  • Cost anywhere from 35$ to 45$ depends on where you look!

Colors: 

  • Red (Strawberry) 
  • Blue (Blueberry) 
  • Gold (Apricot) 
  • Purple (Grape) 
  • Grey (Blackberry) 
  • Green (Apple) 

So let’s get the break down on this little device.   I’ve had it over a day and I’m still quite impressed with the sound volume and quality.   I have been able to connect it to Belkin Mini Surge Protector Dual USB Charger, using a Micro USB Connector to keep it charged while playing music or other stuff from it.   You can also connect it to a Auxiliary Input and us it as a wired connect.   I simply love the Blue tooth capability of this device.  It can’t do bass if your looking for something that produces bass really a lot but it can be heard in a medium size room well enough to be easily listened to.  I’ve been able to connect this device to both my HTC inspire and the Acer A200 Tablet.

What next!

So you thought this would be a good device.   I’ve not found anything that I didn’t expect from this device.   It is cheaper than I’d thought but it does a really good job on volume and sound when you need a lot of volume and covers a medium room quite nice.  It also connects to almost all devices that you might have and thus can be used in multiple ways.   You can keep it plugged in and use it with your Tablet or Cell Phone.   Even using it with Netflix or something along that lines can be done because I’ve done it with my Tablet and it works extremely well!  All in all, For the price it a good quality device that does the job of others.   You won’t go wrong if you buy this device today!

Paul Sylvester

 

 

How one man’s journey can ROCK his world!

Paul

No One said it would be this difficult!

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Ever since I started this 30 day idea of blogging each day, I never knew it would so hard to come up with topics each and every day.    

I figured it was something to discuss a little and try to help other’s with having what some would call Writer’s Block and I know it is difficult to overcome some days. Pushing through it can be difficult but also can be really rewarding!

From the Beginning!

Ever since I started blogging in 2007,  I’ve had my unique challenges and thus it has been a road of adventure and intrigue.   It isn’t something I’ve thought would bring me any where as many readers has it has lately.   I’m really happy with where I’ve been and where I’m going to go.   So that much is true today and I’ve put a lot of expectations on myself to be blog more lately, even though it has really be tough to start off.   It has been getting more and more easier to write.  

How to write a blog Post!

I’m going to share with you my ideas and hopefully help you come up with some ways to help your blog. Nothing is set in stone, and nothing I say will work for everyone but it is my hope that you gain some kind of insight.   

Start Writing!

This is something that I’ve been doing from Day 1 of my blogging challenge and I’m working everyday to  see my dream of getting to day 30 and seeing where that brings me.   I might even come up with a new daily routine to get 2 or 3 blog posts out a week after that.  It just depends on how well this 30 day challenge is and will be taken by my dear friends and readers.  This is a month long challenge for my abilities and I’m hoping to make this happen once a year.

Topics and Ideas!

When I started thinking about this a few weeks back.   I wanted to come up with ideas and topics that needed to be talked about.   It has been really help full for me and I will share what I will talk about in future posts.

 

  • Men and Women — Why they are so different
  • Google takes over the world 
  • Being alone is something difficult!
  • No one is perfect, not even me!
  • How to advertise in Squarespace [Affiliate Link]
  • Reviewing Squarespace  [Affiliate Link] — Pro’s and cons!

As you can see this has been a very interesting experience and I will work hard at making this happen in the coming days.   It is going to be a challenge to keep writing but with your support, I should ROCK your world and mine in the same process.   This is my journey and I am glad you are coming along for the ride.

Paul Sylvester

 

 

Hey Monkey Get off my Back!!!

Paul

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Have you ever had a Monkey on your back?

I’ve had several monkeys on my back.   Two of them are my children, they seem to like to climb on my back. ALOT!  This brings me to something that is near and dear to my heart.   Getting stuff done while having to handle those unexpected situations or as I call them monkeys! 

When you get something unexpected how do you deal with them?   

Most of us would argue that it isn’t the monkey but the stress that goes along with it.

Oh The joy of stress!

Stress is in all forms and shapes, it can be as  simple or as difficult.   It is however a way we are raised and thus we will all handle it differently.   The problem with some people is they don’t know how to handle it and it becomes way to much for them.   I’ve seen it happen and I thought this would be a great topic to talk about.    

This isn’t going to my normal posts, it is going to be the one where you should sit back and think about how you would handle stress differently.  

 

Faced with stress, too many people feel they have nowhere to turn to, that they don’t have access to the kind of friendships or communities where they can easily and openly share their problems and worries.  
Here are a few ways I like to take stress off and you might want to try them!

Pray

You know Praying seems to really help me when there is something that I don’t know how to deal with and usually Stress seems to be a big part of the dealing of what ever I am having an issue with.   So why not just sit where you are and pray.   It really couldn’t hurt, probably will help!

Go for a long nature walk

This is really good to do when you it is really nice outside.   You can explore nature and see all the things that might interest you.   I like to just explore the walk and see all kinds of strange and unusual things.

Watch a great Science Fiction Movie/Show

Hey, I’m an avid fan of science fiction and thus it will sometimes let me get my mind off the things that are bothering me.  It also might help me think about the problem while I watch something that is unrelated to the problem and stress!

Read a Book

Although reading a book might sound like a way to avoid the stress, it can be very beneficial when you need to let your subconscious think about the problem at hand.   I usually like to read anything Science Fiction or Technology related so it is a really big selection for me.

Listen to Music

Listening to music especially music that is up beat and makes you happy will do a lot to fight stress and maybe even give you the idea or the help needed to work through the problem.   I’ve found music can help you clean or do other stuff when needed.

Lastly, Talk to my Friends or family!!

I know this one probably wasn’t on your radar but I have found talking to my friends and family about problems will help you deal with stress and maybe they can help you in more ways then one.   So don’t be afraid to ask for help on occasion it doesn’t mean your weak but that you need help. How do you deal with stress? 

Paul Sylvester

 

Dear my 21 Year Old Self! What I need to tell you now!

Paul

 

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What you need to understand!

Writing isn’t an art per say, but it is something that grounds us into who we are today.   I know I have lost a lot but also I know I’ve gained alot since I was 21 years old.   That is why I’m making this post, not just for me but to help you connect with me the steps I did and why it was so heart wrenching that I’d have to post about it.   Nothing in this post will be talking about technology but it will be somewhat related to technology.   After all, if I wasn’t born this website would not exist.   So in a way I guess it is talking about technology.

The Wonder Years!

When I was a boy, I thought like a boy.   When I was a teen, I thought like a teen.   When I was 21, I had great expectations and hopes and dreams.   Nothing in my wildest dreams would I of known where I would be when I was 21, where I am now.    That is the what usually happens when your young.   You got all these things you would like to do or see and they just don’t turn out the way you planned.   
I got out of High school and was planning to go to college.   I was actually just about to start college when I met a certain girl.  We will call her “A“.  It was a whirl wind romance, fell in love and didn’t really have time to think about the future we got into this really well so well, she was pregnant before we were even married.   We had Three beautiful kids and I adore them every chance I get.   The problem with this marriage is we never got along and that might be the fact we never really communicated the way we should of.   I am not going to say it was all her fault, that would be wrong on my part.  We both had something to do with this because it does take two to make a baby.

The Marriage Years!

I’ve already talked about Eight things you didn’t know about me.   It was however a small amount about me.   I was and am still concerned some security but I also would like to share with you my life experience in hopes that you don’t make the same mistakes as I have.  Me and my Ex-wife, yes you heard it right, would always yell and argue with me over the stupidest stuff.   I think we sometimes just argued just to communicate.   She expected all this stuff from me and I guess I did the same thing back. I just know that communication is the one thing that if I ever get married again, I will find someone who believes as I do and wants to communicate and not just stay on the computer all the time.  This was a problem for both of us, I guess we didn’t really want to communicate.  I really shouldn’t say didn’t because it was more of a inability to communicate is more like it.  We never while dating ever really communicated and thus it made our marriage that much harder to deal with.

Single Years again!

Well myself, I just hope you see what you have to go through in the next 15 years and to hopefully learn some very important lessons.   When you finally start to date again, I hope you learn to communicate and talk to your next mate.   This way you can know just how well you will do with this person and maybe even find your soul mate.   I just hope you find someone to cuddle with and be happy with.   You deserve to be happy and I know how that feels.  Please understand that the search for this mysterious women is a long process, but when you find that one person it will be worth it.  Please keep laughing and don’t forget to stop and smell the roses!

Paul Sylvester

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