From the daily archives:

Sunday, June 26, 2024

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    • The Virtual Handshake

    by Frank Paynter on June 26, 2024

    Social software with intention…  I found this link to the Virtual Handshake at the Cheaters Guide to Linked In, which I found at Jeneane’s place.  As she says, "It’s not really cheating–it’s best practices for networking in a
    social network. It’s almost like search engine optimization for social
    software participants. It strikes me that folks who are good at
    networking in the real world are the ones who are good at networking
    online."

    There comes a time when we’re looking for the next right thing.  That’s when a rolodex comes in handy.  Social software is the gonzo rolodex, more than a cardfile and less than a community.  Thinking of it as a community has caused some skewed expectations, some disappointments, some perverse attachments.  But working it like a contact list, with intention, with integrity, with an optimistic attitude, will at least enhance a job hunt or a marketing effort or a brain storm.

    Jeneane is always turning up cool stuff.

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    Driving Zetor

    by Frank Paynter on June 26, 2024

    Zetor is Russian tractor, rented from Mueller Farm Implements.  At least that is what rental agent said.  Web research indicates Zetor may be Czech.  Regardless, Zetor offers opportunity for spontaneous rolling of "r"s and dropping of articles.  When I asked rental agent, "Where did you get Zee-torr?" he corrected me.  "Zetter" he said.  Spoken like true Amerkanski.  I prefer Zee-tor and will continue to say that.  Zee-torr. 

    Zetor

    Zetor is sturdy diesel tractor with many interesting features.  Zetor’s key is not unique.  All Zetors have same key.  To start Zetor, insert key in keyhole.  Next depress clutch.  Now advance throttle.  Say throttle one more time, only more glottal.  We have fun with Zetor today and lacking any knowledge of Czech accent we continue to imitate Ensign Pavel Chekhov.  Review… insert key in hole.  Depress clutch. Advance [glottal] throttle.  Now  — POOSH down on key  while pressing starter button.  Massive diesel engine roars to life and tractor driver may begin mission.  Release key, adjust throttle, release clutch and boldly go.  Today’s mission:  boldly cut weeds, especially wild parsnip and Canada thistle.  I will wear my new hat.

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