Odds ‘n Sods:

Reader G.E.C. wrote to note: “I have been surprised to see little mention of Smithfield Hams.  In the South these are called, generically, “country hams”, and are considered a special delicacy.  They are salt-cured, bagged in cotton, and hung without refrigeration.  The original “Smithfield Ham” was tested and preserved well for twenty years.  I’ll be adding several to my supplies.”

   o o o

Safecastle has introduced a new Solar Laptop Bag, using components that they’ve assembled from reliable makers like Maxpedition. (Their Gleneagle Messenger Bag.)

   o o o

Keeley flagged this: Second Amendment Rights Once Again at Risk

   o o o

A bit of frightening news: Researcher: iPhone, iPad track users’ whereabouts. (Thanks to Kevin S. for the link.)

   o o o

T. mentioned a handy “finder” map for alternative fuel stations in the U.S.