Bits of this and that

Well, I'm committed now. I booked a room for my graduation party yesterday. I debated whether or not to have a party, but in the end the thought that I would possibly get to see people I haven't seen in awhile decided it for me.

Heh. You know all the fuss (for good reason) that is raised by plagiarism? Now, someone has a challenge the requires it. It's a bit of an interesting exercise, but I'm not sure I see the point. *shrug*

This is just pathetic: US Youth Are Geographically Illiterate. Well, maybe if the geography teachers talked about, gee, I don't know—geography instead of how much they dislike George W. the kids would know something.

Edit: now with a direct link. Right click, save target as.
And, for those of you who haven't see it yet: The full length Pirates 2 trailer (thanks to abrynne)