Day: May 8, 2010

Facebook Privacy / Interval International

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1. The uproar is increasing on Facebook Privacy. I know a number of folks are recommending deleting your accounts. My position: I only make public on Facebook that which is public on Livejournal. Please, dear friends on Facebook, investigate your privacy settings, and be aware of what you are sharing and what applications know about you.

2. As a reminder, I’m looking for information on Interval International. Someone out there must have an experience to share.

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Southern Ren Faire Report

Posted onAuthorcahwyguy

Today Karen and I went to Southern Ren Faire. A few observations:

  • The day was just right temperature-wise. Of course, our perceptions could have been altered by the fact they were doing a wine tasting all day. Although Karen had most of the wine, I had a few sips.
  • We also ran into a private tasting from Rabbit’s Foot Meadery. Good stuff, especially the regular and raspberry meads and the Melia. Supposedly, all are available at BevMo. There was also a Chocolate Raspberry dessert wine, but that was too strong for me.
  • In the costume contest, it really wasn’t that bad this year. A few female contestants (alas, the pictures didn’t come out), and three Jack Sparrows. Much fewer bad costumes than last year.
  • We did our share to make the merchants happy. Karen got an incense pot, a new African basket (her mother’s day gift), some earrings, some spices, and a second stave from a new vendor (The Walking Woods). I got a new belt, a second stave, and a batik shirt (my father’s day gift).
  • I heard a rumor from one vendor that they are thinking of changing locations when the five-year contract on the dam site runs out. Then again, I heard from a different vendor that they will remain at the site. Guess it depends on your point of view. I still remember when it was in Agoura!
  • In terms of shows, we caught a bit of the Washerwomen, one of the baudy shows, Manly Men in Tights, and one of the dance groups. More than we usually catch.
  • I’ve realized that watching The Tudors on Showtime, combined with the research that led me into, has given me greater insight into Faire. Funny how that works.
  • At least in the morning, I thought it was less crowded this year. I wonder how the economy has affected Faire?
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