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Jon Torresliving in Long Beach, CA
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| TOTAL VIEWS: 43,498 | | | PUBLISHED CONTENT: 71 | | | FAVORITED BY: 3 | | | CONTENT PRODUCER SINCE: 01/14/2007 |
Former stay-at-home dad of various talents: calligraphy, healthy cooking, long-distance running, and raising my son. My writing is markedly humorous:I take my cues from writers as Terry Pratchett and Dave Barry. But I also like to share my techie knowledge (I'm presently a Education/Experience: BA, BS, CompTia A+ Interests: Computer repair, Calligraphy, long-distance running, fitness, origamic architecture URL RSS |
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Done in one take in between loads of laundry, with construction paper, glue and an exacto knife By Jon Torres | Published 11/1/2007
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Lower case gothic-style typface. Calligraphy demonstrated by hand, in one take. Pink marker used this time. By Jon Torres | Published 11/1/2007
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Four cuts, a few folds, and some hand-drawn details quickly give you a pop-up card depicting a computer. Very simple and fun. Deliberately shown in fast forward. Hope this also inspires other ideas for you. By Jon Torres | Published 11/1/2007
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This style of card requires no gluing or extra pieces of paper. As Michaelangelo said, "Take a block of marble and remove anything that is not an elephant". I demonstrate four quick cards using office paper and an X-acto knife. By Jon Torres | Published 11/1/2007
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Note how the Dabs and Strokes are combined as building blocks of letters.
I learned it's hard to hold the camera while doing this! By Jon Torres | Published 5/21/2007
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Done in 1 take (in Fast Forward)this shows one way to make a 90-degree Origamic Architecture card of a little church. Quick and easy, using an X-acto knife and regular office paper By Jon Torres | Published 5/15/2007
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Ever go through the motions of your workout and not get anywhere? I've been there too, and here's a few things I learned. By Jon Torres | Published 5/9/2007
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Learn how to pace yoiur eyes with your hands when speed reading By Jon Torres | Published 5/4/2007
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Need a great source of protein? Raw egg whites provide clean and excellent nutrition. By Jon Torres | Published 5/4/2007
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Thinking of using the bike full-time for transportation? Here are some things you might need to consider first. By Jon Torres | Published 5/2/2007
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Think you can groom a dog by yourself? Neither do I. But unlike most of you, I went out of my way to prove it. I saved some money (I think). I could not have done it without my sweet dog. Although I still think I didn't do it. By Jon Torres | Published 5/2/2007
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Follow these steps and caveats to easily install a new hard drive. Aspirin optional. By Jon Torres | Published 5/2/2007
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Don't be caught unawares. When that test comes up "unexpectedly" (meaning you forgot until a few days before), just know how to skim the chapter/s for all the necessary facts, and you'll be fine. Zero in on what's on the test. Here's how I do it. By Jon Torres | Published 4/30/2007
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Learn the essential concepts behind speed reading, and how you can use it for studying. By Jon Torres | Published 4/30/2007
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Several reasons why you should look into learning the art of mnemonics for your school or work. Memorizing things becomes quick, easy and fun. By Jon Torres | Published 4/30/2007
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Fitness does not come from a gym alone. In fact gyms might be a bad idea for you. Consider the following so you can open up to alternate avenues for your fitness plans. By Jon Torres | Published 4/30/2007
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Ever needed just the egg whites or the egg yolks for a recipe? Here are two ways to do it without any special utensils. By Jon Torres | Published 4/30/2007
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Join a gym, or go it alone? A few advantages gyms might offer, over a home setup. By Jon Torres | Published 4/30/2007
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Reduce Test-stress when taking your mid-term, final, or any other exam. Keep the following bases covered and you''ll do fine. By Jon Torres | Published 4/26/2007
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Big attractions in this city that aren't in the brochures, but should be. By Jon Torres | Published 4/26/2007
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I feel I should get a refund on the education I'm not using. I make a few phone calls to test my theory. By Jon Torres | Published 4/25/2007
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I relive the childhood memory of watching my favorite Filipino 70's super-heroine, Darna. Have some M&M's and read on. The special effects are something else. By Jon Torres | Published 4/24/2007
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Ever wanted to crack an egg and look like a professional? I'll teach you how. Read On. By Jon Torres | Published 4/24/2007
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Archiving your DVD can save wear and tear By Jon Torres | Published 4/21/2007
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How I lost Fifty Pounds. My Simple, General Rules for Dieting and Weight Loss. Clear and Uncomplicated. By Jon Torres | Published 4/20/2007
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Done in 1 Take, filming myself, and using an Elegant Writer Calligraphy Marker By Jon Torres | Published 4/20/2007
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Italics alphabet in lower case, done in one take as I held the camera in the other hand. By Jon Torres | Published 4/18/2007
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Sandy is our adopted amputee Spaniel. Half challenging, mostly a blessing, but all 100% cute doggy. Answers to "Leave me Alone"! By Jon Torres | Published 4/18/2007
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I stayed in school, but ended up feeling like a guided misfile. I learned a lot, but maybe the teachers were just shooting for quantity. I give it back by making up for it in volume. By Jon Torres | Published 4/17/2007
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Loyal fan and customer/advocate of these super-comfortable running shoes. Find out why in this review. By Jon Torres | Published 4/17/2007
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I speak with several people trying to stick to a personal diet and fitness plan for the first time, and try to find out what it is that makes it difficult. By Jon Torres | Published 4/16/2007
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The observance of yet another holiday is lost on this cracked egg. But I'll stumble myself out of this one. I think. By Jon Torres | Published 4/6/2007
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Here are ways to save any picture from the internet, some less-known than others. By Jon Torres | Published 4/2/2007
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Dating and Finding the Right Person are impossible to explain. But that doesn't stop me from trying. By Jon Torres | Published 4/2/2007
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Sometimes not all the most pleasant things about a place can't be found in a travel brochure. Long Beach has a few secret and not-so-secret places for a nice time. By Jon Torres | Published 3/28/2007
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With Tech-talk and jargon aside, more can be accomplished by connecting on a human level. By Jon Torres | Published 3/28/2007
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Manipulating the System Tray and/or the MSconfig utility can rid you of unwanted processes your computer has to juggle in memory. By Jon Torres | Published 3/27/2007
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The movie is great, but the Special Features Disk is where the real good stuff is. By Jon Torres | Published 3/23/2007
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A former footwear associate teaches you the ins and outs of running-shoe shopping. By Jon Torres | Published 3/23/2007
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I needed some free pens and wanted candy. They even give you a free bag to take it all away. By Jon Torres | Published 3/23/2007
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Why it's not fun to get sick, and why doctors make bad waiters. The infinite nature of matter, and the gooey proof attached. By Jon Torres | Published 3/22/2007
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A second peg-word system for easily remembering anything for a test or presentation. Fun and stress-free. By Jon Torres | Published 3/21/2007
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A childhood memory of trying to look older. My genius six-year-old neighbor gets both of us into trouble, and it was worth it. Today I want to look younger. Go figure. By Jon Torres | Published 3/21/2007
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A Filipino tries to explain using historical facts and contemporary culture. By Jon Torres | Published 3/21/2007
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Trojan.peacomm was first discovered in January 2007, and poses a threat for the unprotected. By Jon Torres | Published 3/19/2007
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MSPaint is no longer just for primitive drawings. Thanks to greater file support, photos in .jpg, .gif, .png, .tif format can be manipulated on this pre-installed program. By Jon Torres | Published 3/18/2007
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We need to raise children with both a sense of safety and some willingness for creative risk-taking. We don't always want to, though. By Jon Torres | Published 3/18/2007
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A quick start guide to practicing calligraphy, using only a few specialized tools and simple exercises. By Jon Torres | Published 3/18/2007
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Are you a man or a mouse? Because I want you to taste this peanut butter bait for me. By Jon Torres | Published 3/16/2007
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A simple trick or two can get a laugh out of a bummed-out friend. By Jon Torres | Published 3/16/2007
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Too many people spell these little words wrong, I feel I must personally stop it! Call me the Donkey-Haughty of spelling. By Jon Torres | Published 3/16/2007
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It is a tricky thing to name a Filipino baby. No comlicated rules, mind you-- It's just too easy to fall into a terrifyingly ugly choice of a name. It doesn't help that my wife is Mexican, and we each have our own cultural hang-ups. By Jon Torres | Published 3/16/2007
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No psycho-babble theories. Here's something you can use to instantly memorize lists of up to a dozen items, much like those amazing people on TV. By Jon Torres | Published 3/16/2007
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There are traditional, unwritten rules that say we have to perform certain little tasks as men. Here are a few that I think should be amended. By Jon Torres | Published 3/15/2007
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Wanted: Bad, bad guys to start work immediately! Former Telemarketers need not apply. By Jon Torres | Published 3/14/2007
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Reading a Dr. Seuss book to kids as a means to promote literacy and joy in reading. By Jon Torres | Published 3/14/2007
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Some sports need to be spruced up. I came up with a few ideas. But they all started to look alike to me. By Jon Torres | Published 3/12/2007
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Baseball's rich history and tradition is lost on this confused observer. By Jon Torres | Published 3/11/2007
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Why the space program would love to have a Filipino working with them. By Jon Torres | Published 3/9/2007
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My Wife's Niece and Nephew take us into their world. Manure and shin-kicking and other delights of childcare. By Jon Torres | Published 3/7/2007
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You'd probably make a good Filipno astronaut, but it won't come without a few sacrifices. I explain it all. All in good fun, of course. By Jon Torres | Published 3/7/2007
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Far too many people ask whether they are fat, and they don't know whom to ask, or what indications to look for. Here is my Psychological and Technical take on the question. By Jon Torres | Published 3/2/2007
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Computer shopping can get daunting, especially when you don't know your keyboard from a surfboard. This article offers some help. By Jon Torres | Published 3/1/2007
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The old-fangled secret everyone should be aware of in weight loss. By Jon Torres | Published 3/1/2007
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A computer professional shares tips to help their personal computers perform better. By Jon Torres | Published 2/27/2007
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If you take everything from a church, will it cease to be? By Jon Torres | Published 2/27/2007
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Ted from "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure" having what should be a likely encounter. A mini-tribute to Keanu Reeves. By Jon Torres | Published 2/19/2007
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Remember Voltes V when it first came out? If you do, then you're probably my age. This is how I remember it. By Jon Torres | Published 2/19/2007
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My unplanned 8-mile jog in Medford, Oregon By Jon Torres | Published 2/19/2007
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My favorite idle pasttime of recasting movies and shows By Jon Torres | Published 2/8/2007
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Tired of looking for the latest and newest thing in losing weight? Here's probably the oldest. By Jon Torres | Published 2/6/2007
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