Thursday July 15, 2004

Blog Log

A San Franciscan friend of mine has caught the photoblogging bug and has begun documenting the sidewalk graffiti in his neighborhood. In addition to earnest political statements, this includes the single best example of absurdist street graffiti ever.

Also from the City by the Bay, operatives deep inside the press release distribution industry have begun collecting odd specimens at Forward Looking Statements. A sample:

Tasty Fries has developed a patent-protected vending machine that prepares, cooks and dispenses freshly made fries with superior dietary attributes, flavor, aroma and texture. Total cooking time is approximately 90 seconds for each order. The fries are made from top-quality potatoes and are cooked in cholesterol-free oil using state-of-the-art robotics and technology.

Mmmm. Robotics and technology.