Our New Car – Kia Sorento
Monday we decided it was time for a new vehicle. We have been thinking about trading in our Buick for a few months now and finally did it. It had been giving us a few problems and we didn’t trust it like we used to.
We really wanted the same style of car that we were trading in (mid-size SUV). I also really wanted to go with Ford because I respect how they didn’t accept any bailout money, but in the end we really liked the Sorento. Both the options and price were in line with what we were looking for and willing to pay.
I took a few photos of the car Today. The weather has been pretty warm and it’s hard to keep it clean, so yesterday I washed it. It didn’t take long to get it all mucked up again though. Anyway here are some photos.
A few things that the geek in me likes are:
1. Bluetooth sync – for phone and music streaming from my phone.
2. Inputs for iPod and USB devices
3. Keyless – All that’s needed is a fob. As long as it’s in your pocket you can lock/unlock the doors and start the car. The only place you can insert a key is in the drivers door (for emergency entrance) and the glove box.
Nook (tastic) Nook (alicious) – Unboxing my Nook
Today (Now about a week ago) we went to Barnes and Noble for a few books for the kids. They had Nooks in stock so I decided to mess around a bit. Long story short I ended up bringing one home.
It’s now been a couple of days since I got it and I’ve read a 500 page book on it. All I can says is wow! I love it!
The only downside is: In my area there is no AT&T 3G coverage (I know, you’re shocked aren’t you!?) So I have to connect to wifi to make a purchase, which isn’t a big deal, but it would be nice to be able to purchase a book anywhere. No idea why these companies insist on using AT&T?
I took some pictures while I was unboxing it, so here they are.
Edit: My cover came today so I updated the gallery with a few pictures of it in there. And took a comparison shot next to a book my son is reading.
Hey North Dakota
What have you got against Salt & Vinegar potato chips?
Nook Decision
Well I would have received my Nook this week if I hadn’t canceled my order. Did I make the right decision? I was very anxious to get one, and then I decided to do my homework like a good boy. The reviews scared me, so I canceled it. Then the next week or somewhere around that time they released an update to the software.
Can someone who has a Nook post with their views on it?
Another thing I forgot about – The restrictions they’ve placed on electronics during flights would really hamper my use of the device. I could have seen myself using it a lot when traveling.
Great Pens Wallpaper
This is one of my favorite Pittsburgh Penguins wallpapers. You can download it here, along with many more cool wallpapers!
MagicJack Humor
My uncle has been trying since summer to get a local number on his MagicJack. He recently contacted them again to check on the status. I think it’s comedy gold!
Blizzard!
Here are some pictures of the blizzard that hit us, and as I type this, continues to hit us here in North Dakota. We had planned ahead and didn’t/don’t need to leave the house for anything for a few days.
A Do Over
My old blog install is borked beyond repair. It was just easier to start fresh than waste the time to fix it up. You can still see the posts by clicking above, but it won’t be updated.