Public Domain

The transition to the new cheap "smartphone" and associated carrier was a nightmare. In fact, at this point in time, I possess two cheap "smartphones," both of which are essentially doorstops. Service for the old cheap "smartphone" has lapsed. The on-line activation and payment system of the new carrier is terrible. My payment for service was charged to my credit card, but service has been denied. The money "disappeared." I am currently waiting for some kind of resolution. If I am not credited for the "disappeared" funds, I will most likely throw the "smartphones" into the recycle bin and reinstate the iPad® tablet computer.

A notice appeared in the Blogger® dashboard for a day or so before disappearing. The notice stated that, on March 23rd, all "blogs" containing nudity or sexually explicit content will be locked out of the public domain. Only readers who are authorized by the owner of the "blog" will be allowed to view the content. I suspect that the "blog" loosely falls into that category. Hence, the constant intrusion by the surveillance robot.

In the event that the "blog" is censored from public view on March 23rd, there will be no attempt to continue the "blog" in any shape or form. Neither will a new "blog" host be located. In other words, the "blog" will officially and prematurely come to an end. So, in planning for the worst, I will attempt to "tie up any loose ends" before then. In the unlikely event that the "blog" is not censored, it will continue in its present format. Of course, everything is subject to change at any time.

Well, without the"blog," I discovered that I have absolutely nothing to do on-line. I read only three alternative news sites. Technology sites are not of much interest anymore. E-mail rarely needs to checked. So, about 30 minutes of time per day is all that's needed to accomplish all my Net-related business. If I devote more time to Net activities, then I am doing so for lack of better alternatives.

Incidentally, the Web browser on the new cheap"smartphone" is really pathetic. The rendering is horrific. The virtual keyboard is a "piece of shit." The old, albeit cheaper, "smartphone" is a superb product in comparison. The screen is even less blurry, if you can believe it. Of course, if the"blog" is mummified, then the issue is moot. For simply viewing cheesy mobile Web sites, mediocre devices are adequate. In fact, I composed the "blog" today using the newer device.

Usual Hawai'i Kai visit. Moms is doing fine. Otherwise, the usual agenda and itinerary were fulfilled. Dinner was courtesy the fast food joint. Only one evening outing to Kahala earlier this week. In other words, there's absolutely nothing new to report.

The "jury is still out" concerning the homeless decision. Although, I must stress that a decision must be made soon. The major obstacle is the knowledge that, once the decision to become homeless is made, there's no turning back. I will be homeless indefinitely. I will not be able to find any kind of rental housing, except for dumps like the Chinatown dormitory.

Anyway, we should all enjoy the pictures of young hotties while the"blog" is still in the public domain. Who knows what will happen on March 23rd? Sheesh!