Friday, December 31, 2010

Confetti poppers > or < Noisemakers

Yesterday's Inequality here!

Confetti poppers emit a loud popping sound and discharge an explosion of confetti streamers when the string is pulled. While this toy is incredibly fun to play with, it soon becomes a terrible annoyance. The loud popping noise is annoying to listen to all night and may even make you jump a few times. The confetti pieces are usually tiny and make clean-up a real chore, especially if you've just hosted a kid-friendly New Year's party the night before.


Noisemakers come in all sorts of varieties, making all sorts of noises. A common one on New Year's Eve is the ratchet. No matter what device is used, the instrument's sole purpose is pure cacophony. The sound is heard everywhere throughout the night and increases as the anticipation for the clock to strike midnight grows. And when the moment comes, the noise drowns out every conversation as the new year is welcomed by a loud, cheering crowd.


Thursday, December 30, 2010

Sheriff Woody > or < Buzz Lightyear of Space Command

Yesterday’s Inequality here!

Sheriff Woody is an old-fashioned pull string doll that comes to life and says phrase such as “There’s a snake in my boot!” and “Reach for the sky.” He was originally the sole leader of Andy’s toys, but eventually becomes co-leader, along with Buzz. While Woody can have bouts of jealousy if his position as Andy’s favorite toy is threatened, he always comes around to realize his shortcomings and ends up strengthening his relationships. Woody is most known for his undying loyalty to Andy and the other toys, rescuing the latter on numerous occasions.

Buzz Lightyear of Space Command is a new, cool toy with all the gadgets and buttons a new toy should have. He has a retractable helmet, a belt housing his anti-gravity button, and a control panel on his chest that activates his wings and other accessories. On top of that he glows in the dark. Although Buzz initially thought he was a Space Ranger, he eventually came to realize and accept his role as a toy. His bravery and courage played a large part in saving the toys and leading them through many trying situations.