Author Archives: Doug Porter

Kinky Friedman Built My Hotrod

The great Kinky Friedman is apparently trying to run for Governor of Texas. He’s actually quite an accomplished person. Musician, Writer, and now Politics. Thanks to Big Joe Duke for enlightening us to the man and his legacy (along with … Continue reading

Posted in Politics | 1 Comment

I Can See Jupiter From My House

I just came in from outside, and sure enough. I can see Jupiter from my house. How, you may ask, did I figure out which bright shiny dot was Jupiter? Elementary my dear Watson, I used a free open source … Continue reading

Posted in Astronomy, Physics, Technology | Leave a comment

Upcoming Mobile Rock Shows

2 cool shows are coming to Mobile in June. Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at Soul Kitchen Blues Traveler (with opening act Joe Purdy) will be playing. The tickets go on sale this Friday and are $20 in advance. Thursday, June … Continue reading

Posted in Music | Leave a comment

Senator Tom Coburn is my hero on spending

Senator Tom Coburn M.D (Republican from Oklahoma) is probably losing friends in D.C. left and right. He appears to be taking on the ridiculous spending on pork barrel projects in the Senate. He came to my attention because he has … Continue reading

Posted in Finance, Politics | Leave a comment

April 2006 Free Credit Report – Equifax

As many of you may know, you are entitled by law to a copy of your credit report from each of the 3 credit bureaus once per year. It is a good idea to spread these out and request one … Continue reading

Posted in Credit Report, Finance, Privacy | Leave a comment