tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12 2008-06-24T18:20:28Z Mental meanderings of an infosec obsessive... Movable Type 3.32 tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1925 2008-06-24T18:13:10Z 2008-06-24T18:20:28Z

I've always found it obnoxious when religious leaders meddle in political affairs. It's one thing to stand up and promote values consistent with your religious beliefs, and to encourage others to support "leaders" (generic) who support those same beliefs, but...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ I've always found it obnoxious when religious leaders meddle in political affairs. It's one thing to stand up and promote values consistent with your religious beliefs, and to encourage others to support "leaders" (generic) who support those same beliefs, but... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1924 2008-06-24T13:40:45Z 2008-06-24T13:43:12Z

In a follow-up to the previous 3D/4D post... a short video of her yawning. :) ...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ In a follow-up to the previous 3D/4D post... a short video of her yawning. :) ... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1923 2008-06-23T14:58:28Z 2008-06-23T15:08:45Z

There's an interesting article on the SciAm website today about the results of ice core analysis from northern Greenland. Apparently climate changes have happened quite suddenly in the past, and it wasn't catastrophic. Of course, the global warming worry-wart alarmists...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ There's an interesting article on the SciAm website today about the results of ice core analysis from northern Greenland. Apparently climate changes have happened quite suddenly in the past, and it wasn't catastrophic. Of course, the global warming worry-wart alarmists... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1922 2008-06-23T14:54:48Z 2008-06-23T15:09:31Z

Just a quick note... last week Tim Russert died suddenly... this weekend it was George Carlin... who will be next? It's an old urban legend, I know, but it makes one wonder. Both were heart-related problems, too. Interesting this thing...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ Just a quick note... last week Tim Russert died suddenly... this weekend it was George Carlin... who will be next? It's an old urban legend, I know, but it makes one wonder. Both were heart-related problems, too. Interesting this thing... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1921 2008-06-22T15:19:12Z 2008-06-22T15:29:12Z

This post has nothing to do with information security, and everything to do with being a proud father-to-be! :) We went to InfantSee4D yesterday and had a special ultrasound of our bundle of joy - in 3D and in 4D...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ This post has nothing to do with information security, and everything to do with being a proud father-to-be! :) We went to InfantSee4D yesterday and had a special ultrasound of our bundle of joy - in 3D and in 4D... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1919 2008-06-21T15:58:40Z 2008-06-21T16:06:29Z

"IT consolidation is a major undertaking that can require escalating upfront capital costs to achieve long-term cost savings. It can also take between six months and two years to execute. As such, these investments often face senior executive — if...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ "IT consolidation is a major undertaking that can require escalating upfront capital costs to achieve long-term cost savings. It can also take between six months and two years to execute. As such, these investments often face senior executive — if... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1916 2008-06-19T14:43:01Z 2008-06-19T14:48:18Z

Those bastards we call elected Representatives are about ready to pass telecom immunity. !!!! Apparently it isn't enough that the last 3 times the public expressed outrage. Now there's no coverage of it in the press and it looks set...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ Those bastards we call elected Representatives are about ready to pass telecom immunity. !!!! Apparently it isn't enough that the last 3 times the public expressed outrage. Now there's no coverage of it in the press and it looks set... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1915 2008-06-18T21:00:03Z 2008-06-18T21:08:11Z

Have you ever had to deal with an ant infestation around your home? We've recently moved into a rental home, and our first major headache has been dealing with ants. It's apparently a seasonal thing (beginning and end of Summer),...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ Have you ever had to deal with an ant infestation around your home? We've recently moved into a rental home, and our first major headache has been dealing with ants. It's apparently a seasonal thing (beginning and end of Summer),... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1914 2008-06-18T19:20:22Z 2008-06-18T19:27:47Z

Courtesy my father, and from a rather conservative corner of the blogosphere. This article by Walter Williams provides a very pointed critique of TSA and why most of is in the security industry find the whole theater absolutely nauseating. My...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ Courtesy my father, and from a rather conservative corner of the blogosphere. This article by Walter Williams provides a very pointed critique of TSA and why most of is in the security industry find the whole theater absolutely nauseating. My... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1913 2008-06-16T17:27:11Z 2008-06-16T17:35:47Z

We have a baby on the way, and so it's time to get rid of my 2-door Civic. Back in April, we decided on the Ford Escape Hybrid, but found out that they were few and far between. The 2009...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ We have a baby on the way, and so it's time to get rid of my 2-door Civic. Back in April, we decided on the Ford Escape Hybrid, but found out that they were few and far between. The 2009... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1912 2008-06-15T16:44:58Z 2008-06-15T16:47:28Z

You might recall that a year ago I had the privilege of traveling to India for work (AOL at the time). This year, Shawn got to go, and for a couple weeks at that, with stops in Bangalore, Mysore, and...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ You might recall that a year ago I had the privilege of traveling to India for work (AOL at the time). This year, Shawn got to go, and for a couple weeks at that, with stops in Bangalore, Mysore, and... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1910 2008-06-14T23:12:34Z 2008-06-14T23:14:50Z

Just wanted to let those interested know that I've uploaded a few more pics of my lovely, pregnant wife (Hanna), to the Hanna Grows a Baby page. :)...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ Just wanted to let those interested know that I've uploaded a few more pics of my lovely, pregnant wife (Hanna), to the Hanna Grows a Baby page. :)... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1909 2008-06-14T21:25:45Z 2008-06-14T21:55:15Z

The sign of a good book, for me, is when I can read straight through it in a few days. This was the case with Steve Martin's memoir, Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life. I've greatly enjoyed reading Martin's novellas...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ The sign of a good book, for me, is when I can read straight through it in a few days. This was the case with Steve Martin's memoir, Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life. I've greatly enjoyed reading Martin's novellas... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1908 2008-06-14T21:19:39Z 2008-06-14T21:21:44Z

Massive heart attack, dead at age 58. That's a big loss in the media world. Of course, I've pretty much written off most of the mainstream media, but still. Still a bit surprising when people his age (or younger) kick...

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ Massive heart attack, dead at age 58. That's a big loss in the media world. Of course, I've pretty much written off most of the mainstream media, but still. Still a bit surprising when people his age (or younger) kick... tag:www.secureconsulting.net,2008://12.1907 2008-06-13T19:37:41Z 2008-06-13T19:39:32Z

Surprisingly accurate? Hmmm.... ;) Your Monster Profile Mad Hitchhiker You Feast On: Bananas You Lurk Around In: Nude Beaches You Especially Like to Torment: Boys Who Wear Make-up What's Your Monster Name? Hat tip to SNolan......

Ben Tomhave http://www.secureconsulting.net/ Surprisingly accurate? Hmmm.... ;) Your Monster Profile Mad Hitchhiker You Feast On: Bananas You Lurk Around In: Nude Beaches You Especially Like to Torment: Boys Who Wear Make-up What's Your Monster Name? Hat tip to SNolan......