Inspired by LEGO's original set #31006 on the left, I whipped up my own version on the right.

Inspired by LEGO's original set #31006 on the left, I whipped up my own version on the right. It uses some of the same techniques (e.g., design of the front fascia is similar), and it also has working doors and an engine hatch that opens. But, theirs seems more Ferrari and mine seems more Lambo. Kinda sorta. Oh, and that muscle-car hood scoop on mine is because The Boy wanted it that way. :-) #LEGO

The boy just got this LEGO set and I'm really, really impressed by the design.

The boy just got this LEGO set and I'm really, really impressed by the design. It has some terrific features (e.g., working scissor doors and a clear rear deck that lifts up to reveal the "engine") and some interesting bricks. Plus, since it's a 3-in-1 design, even if you don't take a particularly creative approach to your building, you can still enjoy a variety of results. All in all, one of the best LEGO sets I've experienced and certainly the best IMO below $25.

http://creator.lego.com/en-us/Products/31006.aspx

Ironically, those who suffered through those dark times may not have realized the cause of their misery.

Ironically, those who suffered through those dark times may not have realized the cause of their misery. "It happened over 200 years. People may not have even recognized the climate was changing, because it was happening so slowly over their lifetime," Drake said.
http://www.wunderground.com/news/downfall-ancient-greece-caused-300-year-drought-20131022

Speaking of LEGO, my son (5) constructed an ostrich all by himself.

Speaking of LEGO, my son (5) constructed an ostrich all by himself. I think it's a pretty good likeness, actually. #cleverboy

Lego!! Enough said. The picture speaks for itself.

Lego!! Enough said. The picture speaks for itself.

http://bit.ly/1g2HnWI

Wow...nice job, LEGO! #SydneyOperaHouse

Wow...nice job, LEGO!   #SydneyOperaHouse  

http://shop.lego.com/en-US/VIP-Early-Access-10234

The American Geophysical Union, which represents some 60,000 scientists who study the Earth, is ready with an...

The American Geophysical Union, which represents some 60,000 scientists who study the Earth, is ready with an explanation of the cause [of climate change] now. Arguably, there is no other group of scientists more attuned to what the planet is doing. This week, the group issued a two-page statement with the headline: "Humanity is the major influence on the global climate change observed over the past 50 years." It added, "Human-induced climate change requires urgent action."
http://n.pr/187pPRE