Monthly Archives: May 2011

The Potluck Problem

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Ryo

I propose a property of potluck leftovers: The amount of leftovers from a potluck grows quadratically with the number of guests. Here’s why. People will tend to bring enough food to feed everyone at the potluck. So if there’s ten … Continue reading →

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Fizzy Fun

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Ryo

I gave up drinking sodas in general during my sophomore year of college. I used to get a Sprite or some other soda whenever I went to a restaurant, but then I realized that I didn’t really like it all … Continue reading →

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10 Things to Never Charge

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Ryo

Recently I ran across this article (yes, it’s almost two years old now, but I’m sure it’s still relevant) about ten things that you shouldn’t charge to your credit card, because they may make it seem like you’re a financial … Continue reading →

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Ryo

Cookie cakes are an odd thing. I have no idea who decided to take these small circular treats, which apparently were originally descendants of cakes, and blow them up to cake-like diameters. Cookies are crispier and flatter than cakes, of … Continue reading →

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The 1-3-2-6 Betting Strategy

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Ryo

I recently learned about a new betting strategy for blackjack, called 1-3-2-6. I’m not a big blackjack player, since my money seems to evaporate so quickly in that game, but I like learning about new gambling strategies. So for this … Continue reading →

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My Name Is Kurt and I Love LL Decompositions

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Ryo

I got this funny recruiting email the other day (specifics redacted to save recruiter embarrassment): Kurt I am a Staffing Consultant with a company called [company] and I have been able to make contact with you through the Internet research … Continue reading →

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I Don’t Need It

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Ryo

Having been a dedicated Mac user for the past two decades, every time Apple releases some new toy, I’m usually filled with envy. I look at my iPhone, nearing its second birthday, covered in scratches, and wish I had an … Continue reading →

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The Battle of Bourbon

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Ryo

A couple of months ago, when I tried making a Manhattan at home, I didn’t really like it. For me, it was far too strong. But it’s a classic. And bourbon is one of those basic liquors that every bar … Continue reading →

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50

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Ryo

Back when I had my old blog, it somehow only took 43 days to reach entry number 50. I guess I must have been posting more than once a day. Over six years later, in 2011, it took me 73 … Continue reading →

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All Butter

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Ryo

I’ve always found the phrase “all butter” puzzling. What does it mean? Whenever I see that phrase, I just imagine a solid block of butter, carved into the shape of an alligator. Why an alligator? I have no idea. But … Continue reading →

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