I went into a Blockbuster a couple of weeks ago in the hopes of a blu-ray disc. Wow, the prices for renting two discs pretty much equaled my monthly Netflix rental fee.

Netflix FTW!

Printing their own money? This is getting scary.

We’ve been to a Gottschalks - the one in Santa Cruz - but have never bought anything from them. Nonetheless it is sad to hear of places closing.

Anyone ever buy anything from Warehouse Deals by Amazon? I just purchased a sound bar for our TV, hoping it gives it a little more umph! The best deal was through Warehouse Deals, and since I could use my Amazon gift cards and purchases are backed by the 30-day return policy, I thought why not.

Acquisitions are always tough.

I’ve used Picnik and Photoshop.com.  Both get the job done.  I may need to try the others though.

I hope to not use these sites, at least not for the stated purpose in the article.

Instant coffee from Starbucks?

Great site.  The answer lately has been YES here in the Bay Area.

Some interesting names: Blockbuster, Rite Aid, Chrysler, and Krispy Kreme. (via Steven)

This helps out in filling out the list.

It’s getting depressing.  I really need to stop watching / reading the news.