Windows 8.1 Improved Search Charm

I installed and started running Windows 8.1 a few weeks ago, and I started a new habit. Instead of hitting WINDOWS to launch the full screen start menu, I now just press [WINDOWS]+[S], to bring up the Search Charm. The nice thing about this is ... … [Continue reading]

Building a Stuffed Animal Zoo

stuffed animal zoo

Our children’s stuffed animal collection is out of control. They love them dearly. Each and every one have names, and a back story. Grandma loves Build-A-Bear as much (or maybe more) than the kids do, and with a combined 12 years of stuffed animal … [Continue reading]

Square Drive Screws FTW

Square Head Screw

I find that a lot of friends don’t know square drive screws exist. BUT … once you have used a square drive, you will probably never want to use a phillips or flat head again. What is a square drive screw you ask? Well, it’s a screw with a … [Continue reading]

Remove Authorized Sites from your Facebook Account

When you log into a web site, using your Facebook account, you give that site access to some (and sometimes a lot) of your personal information, and even your friends information. Maybe it's just your name, or email, or more, but still, it's … [Continue reading]

Revoke Authorized Sites that access your Google Account

When you log into a web site, using your Google account, you give that site access to some of your personal information. Maybe it's just your name, or email, or more, but still, it's access. You should try and get into the habit of clearing these … [Continue reading]