Category: fun

In previous years, I’ve noted how much we need a distraction from our ongoing dumpster fires, and thus the need for this annual list. That statement still applies.  Look away from the flames for just a few minutes and possibly be reminded that there are still some good corners of the interwebs. Happy holidays. If… Continue reading Because you’re not getting much work done anyway (2024 edition)

The year is nearly over and you likely need distractions from the 2023 dumpster fire. Cue my annual list of ways to not notice the news cycle and, of course, to not get your work done. As always there are a lot more than I can list here, but these are my current favorites. Watch… Continue reading Because you’re not getting much work done anyway (2023 edition)

We can sigh with relief, since 2022 is almost over.  At any rate, I’m sure that we all could use some fun distractions from the evolving dystopia we might be surrounded by. TBH, I actually had way more than I could list here, so here are some of my favorites from this year. Happy holidays!… Continue reading Because you’re not getting much work done anyway (2022 edition)

Was 2021 marginally better than 2020? Maybe? At any rate, I’m sure that we all could use some fun distractions. Here are some of my favorites from this year. Happy holidays. Type like a hacker. Just start typing, and this does all the work. Impress your friends with the scary green text that appears on… Continue reading Because you’re not getting much work done anyway (2021 edition)

Let’s face it: 2020 has been a serious dumpster fire and the more distractions, the better. In that vein, here are some of my favorites from this year. Happy holidays.

Happy holidays! It’s time for my annual collection of Online Stuff To Waste Time On. You know, in case you needed help not getting your work done. And, by the way, this is the TENTH year I’ve been putting out this list.

Happy holidays! It’s time for my annual collection of Online Stuff To Waste Time On. You know, in case you needed help not getting your work done. Hear the sound of a vintage Viewmaster and dozens of other long-forgotten sounds of everyday life. German website “Conserve the Sound” allows you to choose the sound you want to… Continue reading Because you’re not getting much work done anyway (2018 edition)

It’s that time again! Time for MeanLaura’s annual collection of online things with which you could potentially be ruining your productivity.   That is, if you still even have time.  After all, Candy Crush Saga might have eaten your soul by now.  Here we go:     Check the status of the existence of the world. … Continue reading Because you’re not getting much work done anyway (2013 edition)

It’s that time again! Time for MeanLaura’s annual collection of fun things on which you could be wasting your workday. Surely, you’ve given up solitaire by now, and there’s only so much Words with Friends or Temple Run you can enjoy before someone sneers about you still playing “that old stuff.” DISCLAIMER: There is probably… Continue reading Because you’re not getting much work done anyway (2012 edition)

This weekend, millions of children will be searching their yards in search of eggs and goodies allegedly left by the Easter Bunny.  Chances are good that, if you’re a parent, you’ve already been noshing on those goodies*.  In that case, you’re already hyped up on sugar and your brain may not be entirely on your… Continue reading Grown-up Easter eggs