Author Archives: Brian Colinger

Radiant Perfume Rose

Posted on May 13, 2010 by Brian Colinger

The first bloom from my new Radiant Perfume rose-bush. These have a strong citrus scent. The plant is only about 18 in (45.72 cm) tall right now, but is supposed to grow up to 5 ft (1.52 m).

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Sittin’ On The Dock Of The Bay

Posted on May 3, 2010 by Brian Colinger

A few fellow Automatticians and me were having drinks at Annabelle’s tonight. Stephane and I stepped outside for some fresh air. An older black man walked over to us and started singing The Dock Of The Bay. He said his … Continue reading →

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Posterous Importer Plugin

Posted on April 10, 2010 by Brian Colinger

Yesterday I released the Posterous Importer plugin. Like the Vox Importer plugin, this one depends on the WP_Importer base class, so make sure to install that first. This plugin is based on the WordPress.com core importer. You can read about … Continue reading →

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Vox Importer Plugin

Posted on April 3, 2010 by Brian Colinger

Last week I was finally able to release the Vox Importer as a WordPress plugin. The plugin does have a dependency on the WP_Importer base class, so make sure to install that first. This is nearly the same importer that … Continue reading →

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Crackerjack Marigolds

Posted on April 2, 2010 by Brian Colinger

The Crackerjack Marigold seeds that I got in my Field Notes “Packets Of Sunshine” sprouted last week. I thought I’d share a few photos of them as they grow. I’ll keep updating this gallery every few days or so. I’m … Continue reading →

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WordPress 3.0 Beta 1 is now available

Posted on April 2, 2010 by Brian Colinger

Read about it here. Download the WordPress 3.0 Beta 1 now!

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EarthTainer

Posted on March 29, 2010 by Brian Colinger

I built an EarthTainer™ on Sunday. Just like the guide says, I was able to find nearly all of the required parts at my local Lowe’s. The one exception is the 5” Net pot for the wicking basket. Next time … Continue reading →

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Got my new Field Notes today

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Brian Colinger

Here for your viewing pleasure is a little Field Notes porn. Very sexy! I was pleasantly surprised at all of the free stuff included in the package. By they way, How did they know that I love Marigolds? I can’t … Continue reading →

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Tea, Earl Grey, Hot

Posted on February 16, 2010 by Brian Colinger

Captain Picard references aside, I finally tried Earl Grey tea. Hot. I have never brewed loose tea before. Laura and I finally found time to check out Ozark Natural Foods in Fayetteville. I was impressed. Very reminiscent of Trader Joe’s. … Continue reading →

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Analog WordPress

Posted on February 4, 2010 by Brian Colinger

A couple of days ago I received my new WordPress embossed Moleskine. Thanks Maya, you’re the best.  Also pictured is one of my Field Notes memo books courtesy of Matt. I feel like I have an analog version of WordPress now.

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