The Fascination Room

Blog Revamp!

2007-11-06T20:57:00.000-10:00

I got tired of the old layout, so here is the new one! To find the navigation, just pull on that tab at the top of the page that says "pull." Isn't that neat? Let me know if it's too confusing for everyone.I realized there's no actual comment button. If you want to leave a comment, you have to click the "0" next to the date. I think that's a little confusing, but we don't get comments anyway. :

Drawings by Mail

2007-11-05T20:07:00.000-10:00

The story goes like this: my roommate told me about the time he went on a school retreat and a game of silly "would you rather" questions ensued. He posed the question "Would you rather fight a bear who can spit acid 20 feet, in the middle of the forest with nothing but a baseball bat, or a shark with a laser beam, in the middle of the ocean, with nothing but a kinfe?"Years later, his best friend

A Waffle is a Panacke with a Syrup Trap

2007-11-05T19:26:00.000-10:00

I was telling my friend today that I wish I had a waffle iron. I honestly can't remember the last time I had a waffle. So I decided to look up waffle irons, and I found some pretty ridiculous ones. The one above is a keyboard waffle iron!This waffle iron makes your waffles in the shape of the state of Texas. If you're interested you can purchase it here. This waffle iron doesn't make waffles.

Cursor Madness

2007-10-26T16:49:00.001-10:00

The cursor. We see it all the time. I see it right now sitting there in my window. It's white. It's plain. It's boring. Why not spice it up a bit?I can't really call this a game, but it's entertaining none the less. Try and keep your cursor away from this strange anthropomorphic rabbit. Or don't try, because the fun part is whipping him around the page. -- LinkIf you enjoy seeing middle aged/old

The Catacombs Mystery

2007-10-25T12:36:00.000-10:00

The Paris Catacombs are over 400 miles of greatly uncharted tunnels running underneath the city. An abandoned video camera was found deep in the catacombs with some interesting footage. Where did the man go? Is he still down there below the streets of Paris, doomed to walk the tunnels for all eternity?They say in the catacombs you can find the gates of Hell. Perhaps he found it? Here are parts 1

Exams and whatnots make boxes insane

2007-10-20T15:11:00.000-10:00

In avoidance of assignments and preparing for exams, I have discovered the worst procrastination tool ever designed by man. Maybe it was made by an alligator. Or caveman.At any rate, you'll find it here

Incredible Hulk Case Mod

2007-10-06T23:06:00.000-10:00

How awesome is this case mod? But I can't help but wonder how easy (or hard) it is to get electrocuted with this mod...Link - via Neatorama

Amused...Bemused...Cheese

2007-08-15T19:13:00.000-10:00

As you know the blog's not over and we're glad to have a flood of fan mail screaming "OH GOD DON'T LET THIS BE TRUE!!!" or "KEEP POSTING OR I'LL LOCK MYSELF IN MY ROOM AND CRY!" or "What's cornholing?"But good question, Timmy! We don't know either. Just close your eyes and assume good things.Anyhoo here's a link to an amusing comic which has been keeping me entertained for a while:http://

In regards to the last post...

2007-08-03T22:37:00.000-10:00

This blog isn't really over. :P But it's amusing to know that its a convincing letter.You could have some fun generating your own break up letter. There are many interesting outcomes. Click the link the previous post. I just wanted to clarify. :D

This blog is OVER!

2007-07-26T17:19:00.000-10:00

Dearest Kat,This breakup letter should come as no surprise nor cause any heartache to someone as cold hearted as you. Time and again I've tried to get you to show me how much you care. Time and again I've been rudefully rebuffed.I have emotions. I have needs. I have love to express. But Ms. Selfish you just don't care that you make me feel like my needs, emotions and loving intentions are

Beach days

2007-07-18T03:01:00.001-10:00

.flickr-photo { border: solid 2px #000000; }.flickr-yourcomment { }.flickr-frame { text-align: left; padding: 3px; }.flickr-caption { font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px; } slice, originally uploaded by oOkatochanOo. I live in Hawaii, yet I hardly ever go to the beach. I happened to go to Poipu beach the other day, though, and I'm glad I did. It was a stereotypical Hawaii day, despite the

Dramatic reading of a real break up letter

2007-06-06T21:36:00.000-10:00

this is the most hilarious thing I've heard in a long time. It sounds like a 13 year old girl wrote it. I really hope it was written by a 13 year old girl...You'll see why.You Make Me Touch Your Hands for Stupid Reasons

Poor beans

2007-06-06T02:15:00.001-10:00

This flash animation's only purpose is to torture the inhabitants of a can of pork and beans. And despite how cruel it is, I can't help but laugh. I especially like the one that yells "whyyyyyyy?!"I laugh every time.Link

Jam session

2007-06-06T02:03:00.000-10:00

Me and my buddies jamming at a bbq. I really enjoy this video, I hope you do too!

Under the sea~

2007-05-14T16:56:00.000-10:00

I frequently visit bash for mild entertainment when I'm done reading news, tech news, hilarious news, tv synopsises, webcomics, and no one's online to whine to about how boring work is. Today, I've come across the best quote ever because it totally gives a new perspective on ye ol phrase "plenty of fish in the sea":SergioThree: there's other fish in the sea, man, she's just a girlBeatsfromkorea:

The Crying Game

2007-05-01T20:32:00.000-10:00

Friends! I have just made a breakthrough discover while I was taking a leisurely shower in the afternoon before a mid-semester exam!Bi-curious girls should hook up with a fat guy because not only does it satisfy their cravings for a male but it also satisfies their curiosity of being with a woman because of *drumroll* BOOBS!This is not a one way street of love folks, oh no. It's a mutual

All I can say is...why?

2007-04-30T18:42:00.000-10:00

I don't know why anyone would want to make their poop festive. I mean, I for one don't look into the bowl and think "I wish I could make my poop into pretty shapes!" But obviously someone did, which is why you can by the Turd Twister to shape your poop into stars, a bat, a heart, and many other things. Excuse me while I vomit.Product page - via Gizmodo

Determining your child's gender by habits?

2007-04-10T03:00:00.000-10:00

COUPLES who smoke when they conceive their child are almost twice as likely to get a baby girl, according to research which suggests tobacco "kills" boy foetuses.An Australian fertility expert has voiced concern that the startling results could encourage wannabe parents to take up the habit to control their baby's sex.More on this interesting article here

An Easter haiku by me

2007-04-07T21:32:00.000-10:00

Pastel sugar chicksjust as cute as the real thingI EAT YOU ARRR MMMM

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

2007-03-17T14:53:00.000-10:00

In celebration of today, I give you a Celtic composition with a bit of an Irish jig. Now go get drunk and start a fight!!

Happy Pi Day!

2007-03-14T15:09:00.000-10:00

Today is March 14, Pi Day! And how do we celebrate Pi Day? Why, by making pies of course! Like this nifty and tasty looking pie on the left. :)Tags: Pi Day

Mackey Feary - Nightbird (acoustic)

2007-03-09T12:46:00.000-10:00

This is one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard. Mackey Feary of Kalapana was amazingly talented. R.I.P.

Ella Fitzgerald Scats

2007-03-09T12:42:00.000-10:00

She is just incredible.

Chris Natrop amazing paper artwork

2007-03-08T15:42:00.000-10:00

Chris Natrop is an amazing artist that utilizes paper, paints, and shadows to create some stunning artwork.His website showcases many works from his exhibitions, and you can also download catalogs of his artwork for free, or order them and get an actual book ($14.13).Tags: art chris natrop

With your powers combined...

2007-03-07T14:34:00.000-10:00

I took a trip down nostalgia lane with my buddy Loki, and we wondered if Planeteer rings were ever manufactured. Turns out they were, and still are. You can buy the set for only $4.95 from costore.com, along with other nifty Captain Planet items like t-shirts, water bottles, and a twig pencil. Thats right, twig pencil.While you're at it, check out the Captain Planet Foundation.- Link

Comment Issues

2007-03-07T14:12:00.000-10:00

I've noticed there's something screwy with comment posting. We'll try and get the comments working as soon as we can.

Giant Post-it Note Table!

2007-03-07T13:30:00.001-10:00

Tom Seymour has some crazy furniture. But this one is by far my favorite. It's an actual functioning giant post-it note table! And it can be yours for 700£! What's that, like $1400 USD?- Link via Neatorama

Neutral no more!

2007-03-02T16:31:00.000-10:00

"The Swiss army is not renowned for its aggressive expeditionary adventures - but it does appear to have accidentally invaded Liechtenstein."- link

This is what you call a sink hole.

2007-02-23T16:25:00.000-10:00

Tags: sink hole

Strange Breathing Exercises

2007-02-16T00:28:00.000-10:00

The smokers wheezes are very distracting. Almost as distracting as that Texas cheerleader hair and the pink leotard.Tags: strange breathing exercises video

Homeland Security

2007-02-13T14:36:00.000-10:00

Safenow.org has taken those ambiguous airplane safety pamphlet-like pictures from the government site ready.gov and turned them into some pretty hilarious things. For example: "To eliminate smallpox, wash with soap, water and at least one(1) armless hand under a faucet with no sink."Remind me not to use my Criminal Justice Administration degree to work in

How to Dance at a Rave

2007-02-13T13:27:00.000-10:00

It's in French, but theres subtitles. I nearly fell over in my chair laughing. I particularly enjoy "wash the laundry (intense)" and "lost in the woods (with bewildered stare)."

It's...beautiful!!

2007-02-13T13:19:00.000-10:00

This is the most beautiful case mod I've ever seen. I WANT IT.- From BoredStop

Escape if you can.

2007-02-12T15:38:00.000-10:00

"I must...get out. Got to...get away from here

So...how does this work?

2007-02-06T16:54:00.000-10:00

Your guess is as good as mine.Tags: funny pictures

Taking Handjobs totally out of context here..

2007-02-05T20:28:00.000-10:00

King Dick The Third!

2007-02-05T20:21:00.000-10:00

Quoted from another of my favourite webcomics, the Web Author/Artist Brian has something to say on the topic of "Dick being short for Richard"." So this has pissed me off for a while. Like, hm, twenty years.How did Dick become short for Richard? I could take Rick without raising an eyebrow. I liken it unto tolerating lichen -- ohhh, see what I did there?We can examine this Dick/Richard thing

Detergent

2007-02-05T20:10:00.000-10:00

A nicely done basic animation of my favourite webcomic

Hand Jobs

2007-02-04T21:16:00.000-10:00

This is a commercial for cars, of all things. Which reminds me of a music video by Murena: Export Tripoli.Tags: videos

Become a super hero!

2007-02-01T14:06:00.000-10:00

Hero Machine 2.0 lets you create your own custom super hero for free. I could play with this all day!And I know pirates aren't exactly considered super heroes, but I dare you to tell that to her face.

Living in the land of Oz - School

2007-01-31T17:11:00.000-10:00

Some things that I find normal in my everyday life seem to amuse and mystify my good friend and co-blogger, Kat.Today we were discussing end of high school pranks and I mentioned this one prank:"One year, the seniors managed to print out a school bulletin which stated we had a casual (we wore school uniforms) day the next day. So the rest of the school came in dressed casually and we were told it

Atheism vs Christianity

2007-01-31T16:28:00.000-10:00

While we here at The Fascination Room in no way encourage, endorse or condone smiting and/or religious vilification, we still like to take a look at interesting events that seem to go under the radar of the major news headlines. Here is an example of how scary fundamental Christians can be. Or if you're lazy, here it is in a nutshell:" On October 18, 2004, Arthur Shelton, a self described

Every Nintendo NES game ever made up for bid

2007-01-30T02:47:00.000-10:00

Someone is selling every single NES game ever made on eBay. There are four days left on the auction and there have already been 100 bids, and it's up to $25,000. INSANITY! - Link Tags: Nintendo NES, games, ebay, auction

Best. Lip syncing. Evar.

2007-01-29T22:14:00.000-10:00

This is WonderRobbie. He has many lip syncing videos, but this is by far his funniest. He's lip syncing to the song "And I am telling you (I'm not going)" from the Broadway show Dreamgirls.Tags: Dreamgirls, videos, WonderRobbie

James Brown's been snatched?

2007-01-29T02:13:00.000-10:00

I heard a rumor that James Brown's body hasn't been burried yet because a family member stole it. I can't seem to find anything on it, so I'm thinking it might be fake (even though I saw on tv that it was true). Can anyone shed some light on it?Tags: James brown, news

Escape from the room game

2007-01-28T16:24:00.000-10:00

Most people have gotten their hands on the flash game called "The Crimson Room". Basically, these games stick you in a room/building which you somehow cannot escape from without solving various random riddles scattered around the room which EVENTUALLY leads you to the key which let's you out of the room.So, for those who like a challenge and are bored at work with nothing to do but read this blog

Chaser's War

2007-01-28T16:13:00.000-10:00

Now alot of you people probably aren't familiar with Australia.Fun Fact #1 - We are not Austria.So now that we have that out of the way, I'd like to bring your attention to a TV show called Chaser's War on Everything. It's a fun show which is on ABC (unfortunately, only in Australia) that resembles John Stewart's The Daily Show. In their sketches, they poke fun at random news articles or "

Kitty washing machine

2007-01-28T15:30:00.000-10:00

I debated whether or not to post this video...but I finally gave in. It's just too sad/cute to not post. You can just hear whats going on in that poor cat's head:"Well this is kinda nice, it's much roomier than the regular cages...wait a minute...whats that noise? SOMETHINGS HAPPENING!! OMG LET ME OUT LET ME OUT LET ME OUT LET ME OUT LET ME OUT LET ME OUT LET ME OUT LET ME OUT LET ME OUT LET ME

For your alcoholic friends

2007-01-27T17:16:00.001-10:00

I got this ring for a couple of my friends for Christmas. I hear that it takes a little practice to use it, but they absolutely love it. Get your own from Think Geek. It's only $7.99!Or if you can't afford the bottle opener ring, make your own bottle opener from just one piece of paper. - via Gprime.net

Hooray for Caturday!

2007-01-27T17:11:00.000-10:00

More fun cat pictures at I Can Has Cheezburger.

Spot the joke

2007-01-26T14:32:00.000-10:00

Those were some Tetris loving vandals. - Link

Man writes book entirely with text messages

2007-01-26T13:46:00.000-10:00

From the home of Nokia: Finnish man Hannu Luntiala wrote a fictitious story of a man who traveled Europe and kept in touch with his family and friends through text messages.The thing that I find charming is that the book is rife with spelling and grammatical errors.Could this possibly be the birth of a new genre of books?Link - From Neatorama Tags: articles, books

Uglydolls are just too cute!

2007-01-26T02:44:00.000-10:00

I found my first Uglydoll at Tower Records one day and I had to take it home with me. I just couldn't resist. Since that first doll, I've collected 7 more, and I'm going to keep collecting until I have them all!The fun thing about these Uglydolls is that they all come with little personality cards. Like this little green guy here, Ox "...is great at magic, and his best trick is turning your

Share a secret

2007-01-26T02:28:00.000-10:00

One website that I frequent very often is Postsecret. The idea of this blog is very simple: Frank Warren challenges people to send in their deepest, darkest secrets to show the world. Simple, yet so hard to do.The blog has garnered such popularity that Frank has also published the secrets into books. Currently there are three:PostSecret: Extraordinary Confessions from Ordinary LivesMy Secret: A

Etrian Odyssey - 7/10

2007-01-25T18:23:00.000-10:00

Atlus is famously known for it's hit and miss rpgs. Not in terms of gameplay but overall rating of their games. Etrian Odyssey is one of those hits.Overall, this game is a dungeon crawler. You start the game in town (the one and only town in the game), and you sign up to the adventurer's guild. From there, you are able to assemble your party of five army from a various assortment of

Wii like to say G'day 'ere

2007-01-25T17:43:00.000-10:00

So now that the new generation of console wars has begun, I'd like to cover the more unconventional games that are coming up. Why? Because not a lot of people know what the heck they are and consider them either stupid or for kids. Frankly, more often than not, people are missing out because there's not much information on them.Let's look at Cooking Mama. Now this game is quite the gem and it has

Ahhhhhhhh...AHHHHH!!!

2007-01-25T00:08:00.000-10:00

If you've ever seen the movie The Godfather, you remember the scene where the movie producer freaks out when he finds his prized horse's head in his bed. The props and costume makers of Kropserkel have made a really great stuffed horse head plush/pillow that you can discreetly (not really) slip into the bed of any unsuspecting jealous movie producer. Mental breakdown ensues!Tags: the godfather

Tetris on your fridge!

2007-01-25T00:07:00.000-10:00

Came across this fun magnet set a while back. Tetris on your fridge! Just looking at it makes you wanna hum the theme song in your head. -link

Pimp our your ipod

2007-01-25T00:04:00.000-10:00

Since having joined the forces of evil, I wanted to somehow disguise my shame. istyles.com offers some pretty nifty skins for ipods of all shapes and sizes, as well as skins for your PSP, Nintendo DS, DS Lite, Gameboy Micro, Gameboy Advance, and Gameboy SP. It also offers many different clips, cases and socks. Because, you know. Ipod's feet do tend to get cold sometimes.

Maui Fever

2007-01-24T23:36:00.000-10:00

I haven't watched this show (nor do I intend to), but the topic of Maui Fever has been too hot a topic to ignore. Almost every other bulletin on my MySpace is someone's own opinion on the show, or a link to a petition to get the show off the air. It's been on the air for less than a week and it's already generating a storm of protest from local residents who are concerned that the show is an