April 3-4, 2004

At The Top: Daylight Savings - Spring forward! Don't forget that tonight, or tomorrow morning if you are still up, turn your clock 1 hour ahead for Daylight Savings Time. You don't want to be late for your Sunday engagements...or work for that matter, come Monday morning!

Enter Your Icons At Pixelpalooza 2004!

Monkie Business

Chicken Thyme - by Bradford J. Wiles

One two three, for five times potato skin
Chicken crispin' in the oven knowin' he's just doin' time
He's first in line to everybody knowin' he's been lied to

Five six seven ate my cake before I went to Heaven
Now it's time for fryin' thyme is sprinkled on unleavened bread
The toast is fine but pardon me forgettin' to decline...

Time is four tickin' past the half, our glass is broken
Lyin' in the den will get you ten two twenty years of spoken
Prime time of doin' everything your sister said that you denied...

Take a closed look at all the things you thought you'd never hear
Once upon your dreams you find your eyes have finally disappeared
The sentence ends in run on repeats eyes don't have the stomach to define

Quarter panel quarter passed a dime and a nickel,
Snow that falls in Spring time will only melt an icicle
Never mind the sunshine that shadows almost every single time

Sometimes no matter what you see you think is different
Than the way you thought but thinkin' maybe you could give an inch
But nine times of ten you find that life is just a chicken flavored rhyme

© 2004 Purple Punk Productions

April 2, 2004

Icons | Community News | Bananas

At The Top - Who let the Monkies in?!! Seems there was a little Monkie Minion playing about for yesterday's Day of Folly! But now that the Main Monkies are back, it's time to get your heads up, eyes forward, and yer feet planted squarely on the ground as we open up a great can o' GOO for your Friday Icon Edition. No preservatives added. Just a round of eye candy fun with a healthy helping of readin' on the back of the box whilst you enjoy your meal. Let's get started!

New GOO!

New Icons - If you're lookin' for the best mix of GUI pix(els), you've come to the right place! 3 New Icon Sets are on the menu for a fine Friday Icon Edition. Step up to the dining room plate as we head for an icon home run! Batter up!

Pictures and Adicons - Ready, AIM, fire! The GUI man from Pictures and Adicons is back in black with a funtastic icon collection titled Aim Men. Adam Dickson places the pixels right on target with this cool and creative set. Don't know about the rest of you simians, but this Monkie is Bananas over this collection!

Steve Smith - No time for the humdrum and humble! Steve Smith provides for a bold and beautiful remix of media with his latest taste titled Quicktime Colors. With this awesome set of eight, you're certain to find a favorite flavor for any Quicktime design your GUI heart has an achin' for. Delicious stuff!

Black Widow - Consider your self bit! The intoxicating designs of Black Widow are back, as he snaps a still moment with Digi Cams. In more ways than one, this photorealistic collection covers a wide angle of digital cameras that will put the ol' Kodak moment to shame. No slow shutterin' allowed! Enjoy!!

 

Thanks Department --

Adam, Steve, and Black Widow...

It's a great GUI feeling to have the

Best pixels on the planet all in one place!

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Community News

Mandolux - A big wave of digital delight has washed in at Mandolux! Mando Gomez has added a fine collection of new works all this week. Here's a quick look at what's in store:

Mandolux has issued three new desktops: two Vector/Christy (Abstract/Dual Giant) and one Bubbles (Abstract/Giant).

Mando's latest desktop induction is a Vector-based desktop titled Waves and it's part of the Christy subsection. This giant dual monitor desktop was meant to create the sensation of calmness and style. So soothe your desktop with this and all of the other fine designs at Mandolux!

Stockicons.com - Lookin' for some finely crafted, industrial strength icons for all your project needs? Our pixel pals at The Iconfactory have announced the release of an all new set for sale at Stockicons.com. Radiant, the latest addition to the growing collection of ready-to-use icons, was created specifically to work across the widest possible group of application environments and is both technical and approachable. Skillful use of color and shading, combined with professional detailing gives this collection the edge that will help web or software applications stand out from the rest. The best icons at a great price are available only at Stockicons.com!

Bananas

Just Plain Nutz!

FISH FOR BRAINS

Q: What did the fish say when he swam into a cement wall?

A: Dam

THE TEST: READY FOR CHILDREN? Part I

Mess Test:
Smear peanut butter on the sofa and curtains. Now rub your hands in the wet flower bed and rub on the walls. Cover the stains with crayons. Place a fish stick behind the couch and leave it there all summer.

Toy Test:
Obtain a 55-gallon box of Legos. (If Legos are not available, you may substitute roofing tacks or broken bottles.) Have a friend spread them all over the house. Put on a blindfold. Try to walk to the bathroom or kitchen. Do not scream (this could wake a child at night).

Grocery Store Test:
Borrow one or two small animals (goats are best) and take them with you as you shop at the grocery store. Always keep them in sight and pay for anything they eat or damage.

Dressing Test:
Obtain one large, unhappy, live octopus. Stuff into a small net bag making sure that all arms stay inside.

GOLFING FUNERAL

Two guys are golfing on a course that is right next to a cemetery. After they tee off, one of the golfers notices that there is a funeral procession passing by. So he takes off his hat, and places it over his heart. When the funeral is over, the other golfer looks at the guy and asks, "Why did you do that?"

The man replies, "Well we were married for almost 40 years. It's the least I could do."

FROG'S DREAM

A small frog goes to a fortune teller and asks if he is gonna meet a young girl. The teller tells him, "Yes, you are."

The frog replies, "Where? In a club or at a party?"

The teller says, "In biology class!"

April 1, 2004

monKie nEws

Monkie News | On The Net | Network News

Tomorrow: New Icons - hi. biff beuford here. monkie master bradford wiles has been temporarily detained, as he has found himself locked up in the looney bin. upon hearing the news, bodacious beanhead spicer joined a marine corps mud wrestling team and may be back after getting herself cleaned up. that leaves me, biff, to usher in this year's folly of fools. actually, the only foolish souls are those main monkies who aren't present to announce a fantabulous Friday Icon Edition that is on its way the day after today. so don't be a Monkie Fool (like the aforementioned) and drop back by on Friday for a ton of fun!

oN tHe neT

A Better Finder Launcher 1.2.1 - The spiffy Mac appers of PUBLICSPACE.NET are pleased to announce the readiness of A Better Finder Launcher 1.2.1, their keyboard based application launcher for Mac OS X. Version 1.2.1 adds the ability to index and launch folders, as well as applications and documents. It also improves the user interface and keyboard navigation. Dig the kewl new groove of A Better Finder Launcher from PUBLICSPACE.NET!

neTworK newS

the WebWorld - BeanHead Mud Muscle

California Apples - A California judge has decided that the Apple Corps versus Apple Computer case can be heard in California. The Corps has filed suit three times in the state, and that renders reason enough for the trial to be held there. Britain's High Court has not yet ruled on the location, however. Once the trial begins, the burden will be on Apple Computer to prove that it has not breached a 1991 agreement with Apple Corps concerning the trademark name "Apple" in regard to the iTunes Music Store. - from MacMinute

Oldies But Goodies - Today's teens are turning to ditties from former decades. Retailers have recognized that instead of listening to the latest, young people would rather be bopping with the Beatles or laid back with Led Zeppelin. Now that they have fountains of music at their fingertips through the internet, it is easier to get a hold of golden oldies including The Who, Pink Floyd, and Queen. Since teens like to feel good, some speculate that they are going for feel good music which today's grunge doesn't offer them. - from Yahoo / USA Today

March 31, 2004

Desktops | Community News | On The Net | Bananas

At The Top - Hang on to your high hats! What? You don't like drummer jokes? So be it (or beat it...). The wind has blown the week to the top of the downside, and it's time for your Wednesday Desktop Edition! And of course that means a great time for eye candy lovers everywhere. Plus we have Community and Software News, as well as a tad bit of Bananas for a Monkie smile. Let's dig!

PIXELPALOOZA 2004 - TIME IS RUNNING OUT! There's barely a day left to get your dandy original Icons into this year's Pixelpalooza, the best icon designing contest on the planet from The Iconfactory! You only have until noon today to enter...That's it! So polish up them pixels and pack 'em up nicely to enter to this excellent event!

New GOO!

New Desktops - Jeepers creepers! This Wednesday's Desktop Edition is plumb packed with 6 New Desktops that are certain to rock your pixadelic socks off. So slide into the groove and get ready for a kaleidoscope of colors!

3-D Rendered - Everybody into the Pool! The many talents of grnluvbug's Joy Tallant offer a refreshing splash of cool and color for your eyes' delight! Joy works wonders with this bright selection that plays with its own perspective when viewed from the "inside out." Catch that? Just take a long look and you'll see what we mean. Quite the glowing number!

The amazing Bob Wiley continues to do the 3-D dazzle on your eager eyes as we're pleased to pull out this week's selection titled Converge. Bob manages to bring everything together from all different angles to create an eye-catching point of no return for your GUI appetite. They'll be in chains, but they won't mind. You won't want to get away!

Desktops - Easing his way into the Easter Season is William D. Thompson with a Heavenly piece titled Guardian Angels. William went to a small Mexican town and spotted this fabulous photo in its midst. Angels guard the entrance to the church in Valle de Santiago, Guanajuato, Mexico. But just maybe, could they be guarding those important icons that run down the right-hand side of your desktop? We'll let you be the judge!

Dribblin' in on double time is a classic number by Adam Dickson titled Ball. Adam's home court of Pictures and Adicons hosts most of his masterpieces, but this selection comes from one of his sister Macintosh makeup sites, Bobbins Wingnuts. And though the subject of this selection is rather weathered and has certainly seen its day, it's certain to give your view plenty of bounce as a 3 point winning shot!

Sometimes words are only spin deep, or so it would seem with the politicalamity of a politician's soapbox spiel. Political Speech by Victor Emert seems to put the emphasis on the "red tape" of the matters that tend to ravel the so called issues up into a drawn out situation that need not be. Nevertheless, a must have piece that will add bunches of class to your collections!

For the final fizz in this week's fantastic collection of eye works, the rising talents of FR4NK will fill your desktop cravings with his latest piece titled, or rather untitled, Untitled #7! Pixel crankin' FR4NK unleashes a pallet full of colors and blends the best of them as only he knows how. Plus you'll have quite the time deciphering the built in message. Least wise, this Monkie is stumped! Enjoy!

Thanks Department --

Joy, William, Bob, FR4NK, Bob, and Victor...

Your works made for a 10 Toes Up,

Grade A, Number 1 Edition!

THANK YOU!!

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Community News

The Iconfactory - The fine folks from The Iconfactory have released a fabulous new icon set for this week's Icon Tuesday! Factory artist Anthony Piraino lets loose with an adventurous new set called Take A Hike. This cool new collection makes for a perfect companion for those who enjoy camping and hiking in the great outdoors. Even if you are only an "armchair" mountaineer, swing on over to The Iconfactory Showroom and get geared up for a memorable desktop adventure.

Mandolux - Mando Gomez marches in with great GUI style and class with another sweet desktop addition at Mandolux! Mando has issued a new Bubble desktop titled Shadow. It's been more than five months since the last Bubble, but today there is a new one and it's available in giant and normal desktop sizes. If you really want to expand your desktop view, move to Mandolux faster than a rabbit and grab it!

On The Net

Snard 2.0 - The developers of Gideon Softworks have announced the release of Snard 2.0, the Swiss Army Knife of launcher programs. It provides many of the functionalities of Mac OS 9's Apple and Application menus, yet it can be customized to your heart's content. New enhancements and bug fixes have been added to the most recent release. There is also a special upgrade price for registered users of Snard 1.x. For all the details and a great way to customize your Mac, head over to Gideon Softworks and check out Snard 2.0!

Bananas

Just Plain Nutz!

FUNGUS AMONGUS

Why is the mushroom always invited to parties?

'Cause he's a fungi!

PRISON CARPENTER

Several years ago, Andy was sentenced to prison. During his stay, he got along well with the guards and all his fellow inmates. The warden saw that deep down, Andy was a good person and made arrangements for Andy to learn a trade while doing his time.

After 3 years, Andy was recognized as one of the best carpenters in the local area. Often he would be given a weekend pass to do odd jobs for the citizens of the community, and he always reported back to prison before Sunday night was over.

The warden was thinking of remodeling his kitchen and in fact had done much of the work himself. But he lacked the skills to build a set of kitchen cupboards and a large counter top which he had promised his wife. So he called Andy into his office and asked him to complete the job for him. But, alas, Andy refused. He told the warden, "Gosh, I'd really like to help you but counter fitting is what got me into prison in the first place."

CLEANSING

Why'd the robber take a bath?

So he could make a clean getaway!

March 30, 2004

Monkie News | Community News | Network News

Monkie News

Tomorrow: New Desktops - My, my, my! How the week do fly by toward the center when one knows of the grand GUI goodness headed in your direction for this week's Wednesday Desktop Edition. And all the fun is only a day away. Bring your eyes right on back tomorrow to the ol' Monkie Zoo for a great way to push your mid-week blues to the bottom half of the work week slide. See ya then!

Community News

burntcanvasdesign - Alas! The mighty and amazing burntcanvasdesign is back on the rails and rolling full steam! Alan Sherwood is back in the GUI groove with 12 new desktop pieces, site tweaks, and after popular demand, a fixed icon set. The new work is available in desktop format as well as in the galleries for you to check out. Get your Monkie tail over to burntcanvasdesign and check out the new GUI goodness like ASAP!

Network News

the WebWorld - Bean Head

iPod Oughta Be In Pictures - It is quite obvious that Apple's iPod is more than a possession to people. It is part of their lives, as proven by their pictures and conversations. Seeing the iPod on TV commercials is not even enough sometimes. One .Mac user has made a movie that features Santa flying around in a space pod that very much resembles an iPod. Santa evens dons a Steve Jobs mask in the comical iPod depiction. Any way it is expressed, people are proud of their iPods. - from MacObserver

High Speed Access For All - The President has made a push to get all internet users up to speed. Up to high speed, that is. He hopes to have universal broadband available by the year 2007. It is imperative, he says, to keep the people of our country innovative. Congress has been debating broadband availability for quite some time, and the president is urging them to keep access tax free. The more people that can get access, the more our job market can soar. - from MacMinute and My Way

March 29, 2004

Community News | Monkie Business | Bananas

At The Top - G' day, mates! After a short break from the Monkie happenings over the weekend, it's time to dive right into another week filled with news from around the Community, Monkie Business, and some Bananas to soften the stick of the Monday stingers! Let's have a looksy!

Community News

Pictures and Adicons - The best just keeps gettin' better at Pictures and Adicons! Adam Dickson has just added a gob o' GOO with an outstanding new icon set Aim Men and two new themes to work with Radical Breeze's app Macabinet. Be sure to get an eyeload of Adam's GUI excellence by making your way to his pixel fortress on the net: Pictures and Adicons!

Live Pencil - Look out! Yet another great GUI update has hit the cyber waves from Live Pencil. Here's a list of the goodies:

• Wallpapers - APRIL calendar, and more!!!
• SLIDE PUZZLE!!!!  - Have fun playing this amusing easy game! You'll have a NEW ONE EVERY WEEK!!!
• Animations - My cat for you all cat lovers!!!
• Live Animals - An old Hidden Image. 36 new animations!
• Don't miss last week's Hidden Image - Very funny! You'll bust a gut laughing!

All the best GUI fun from Ramon Gonzalez Teja is but a click away at Live Pencil. Get yourself together and grab the GOO!

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Monkie Business

Odds and Ends

Only The Nose Knows - The nose cleans, warms, and humidifies over 500 cubic feet of air every day.

Mackintosh - The colloquial term "mackintosh" for a raincoat comes from Charles Mackintosh, the Scottish chemist who invented and patented the first practical waterproof cloth in 1823.

Mind Blown - Because the wind is high, it blows my mind.

- John Lennon

Bananas

Just Plain Nuts!

DRAGGING THEIR FEET

Two men are approaching each other on a sidewalk. Both are dragging their right foot as they walk. As they meet, one man looks at the other knowingly, points to his foot and says, Vietnam, 1969.

The other points his thumb behind him and says, "Dog poop, 20 feet back."

THE ELDERLY

While working for an organization that delivers lunches to elderly shut-ins, I used to take my four-year-old daughter on my afternoon rounds. She was unfailingly intrigued by the various appliances of old age, particularly the canes, walkers and wheelchairs. One day I found her staring at a pair of false teeth soaking in a glass. As I braced myself for the inevitable barrage of questions, she merely turned and whispered, "The tooth fairy will never believe this!"

THIS ONE'S BIG!

Yo mama's so fat, when she tried boarding Noah's Ark, Noah yelled out the window, "We only need one of those!"

SHAGGY DUCK STORY

What did one duck say to the other?

What?

"Social Security!"

I don't get it.

You won't till you're 65.