Let’s go for a cruise around the blogosphere and see what everyone has to say.

Anny Chih was perfecting her caterpillar crawl at Home Lake Caves Provincial Park. The adventure involves five underground rope stations, rappelling 70 feet down a damp cave, and belly crawling through four crevices. This is quite the experience and it’s just a short drive away from Vancouver!

John Biehler took the 2011 Chevrolet Volt out for a test drive in Alaska. Unlike other electric cars, the Volt has a regular gas engine that can kick in when the electric battery runs out of juice. It’s almost like the best of both worlds.

Consumerism Commentary seems to confirm the old adage that nice guys finish last. Or, more specifically, it seems that agreeable (“nice”) guys and gals tend to earn less money than their disagreeable (not so nice) counterparts. This could be because the latter group is more likely to push harder during negotiations, ensuring that their voice is heard.

Step Away from the Mall has a post from last year, but it’s just as relevant today as it was then. In it, the post explains why watching House Hunters on HGTV is bad for his finances. It’s all a matter of perspective and what your money can buy you in certain cities. A million dollars isn’t the same in rural Texas as it is in the middle of Manhattan.

Buzz Bishop finishes off with quite the quirky post on how to win at rock paper scissors. The game might seem pretty random with just the three choices, but humans aren’t exactly random. There are some key strategies that you can use to turn the odds in your favor, like how many novices tend to lead out with rock first.

We’ve reached the end of another week, so let’s see what’s going on in the blogosphere.

Damien Riley has come across quite the interesting threat from Anonymous, a group that has already attacked several major sites and services. Apparently, they’re planning to hack and destroy Facebook on November 5, 2011. That could leave you with a little less than three months if they really do hold up to that promise.

Problogger has a guest post from The ClickStarter, continuing the discussion on hacking and security. In the article, we learn how to make WordPress 10 times more secure in just five minutes. These include moving the wp-config.php file and deleting the default admin account.

Free Money Finance discusses an article from the Wall Street Journal that states you should put your passwords in your estate papers. We have so much of ourselves online these days, but we’re also told we need to change our passwords regularly. This would also mean we’d need to update our estate papers more often.

Amber Weinberg has a post up on Freelance Folder, providing reasons to fire your client. Yes, that really does put the shoe on the other foot, but there are definitely times when a relationship with a particular client may no longer be worth the trouble, headache, or heartache.

Jeff Cutler finishes off this week’s list by sharing a couple of experiences he had related to the world of publishing. The first has to do with issues related to copyright, while the second has to do with finding the right publisher for your book. If you’re a writer, you’ll want to read about this.

What’s happening in the ‘sphere this week? Let’s have a look.

Teague Publishing‘s Derek Semmler starts us off with a call out to poets. He’s looking for submissions from all the poets on the Internet, putting together and publishing a compilation where all the proceeds will go directly to charity. Donate your words to a good cause.

Anny Chih had a revelation the other day. Despite thinking she’s Canadian, she discovered she’s really American. She was born in the United States, but never lived or worked there. Upon gaining this tidbit of knowledge, she must now figure out the taxation situation. Does she have to pay taxes in both countries?

Bob Buskirk runs a tech review site, so it only makes sense that he lives on the bleeding edge of technology. Check out how he is using the cloud to perform his daily duties. From Gmail for e-mail to Dropbox for file management, Bob really does live on the Internet.

Raul Pacheco-Vega continues on the technology trend by offering us his review of the HP TouchPad. This tablet might not be on the radar of folks who might otherwise focus on the iPad or an Android tablet, but that doesn’t mean that it should go unnoticed. HP’s webOS has a lot to offer!

John Biehler finishes off with more fantastic technology, but with more of an artistic spin. He lets us know what he’s learned after using a 3D printer for a few weeks. In his own words, “Yes, it’s as awesome as you think it is.” Check out his Colbert timelapse for a look at how it works.

What’s going on in the blogosphere this week? Let’s find out.

Thursday Bram starts out with a post on MoneyNing, talking about the point of a summer job. The idea of having a summer vacation is rooted in our agricultural past, but even if the kids aren’t working the farm, that doesn’t mean that there’s no value in working through the summer. Network and get some experience!

Raul Pacheco has his mom in town for the next little while, so he took her out to Campagnolo on Main. If you’re looking for some great casual Italian fare, you can’t really go wrong with this place. Raul’s mom “raved” about the lasagna as being one of the best she’s had anywhere.

Melody Fury continues with the theme of food, but she’s talking about her modern Tex Mex wedding menu tasting. As she plans and prepares for her special day, she needs to decide on a modern menu that still speaks to the Tex Mex sensibilities of her Texan guests.

Darren Rowse, better known as Problogger on the Internet, approaches another misconception that many new bloggers have. As it turns out, you don’t have to post every day on your blog. There are many successful sites that don’t have daily posts. The key is to have quality and not focus so much on the quantity.

Her Bad Mother finishes off this summer-themed list of posts with a discussion on the digital life. She’s capturing all sorts of memories with Instagram on the iPhone. Those are some great casual and candid shots! Just don’t forget to live your life and not just live it vicariously through a camera lens.

What’s new on the Internet? Let’s have a look at what bloggers have had to say this week.

Courtney Carver starts us off with a great story on the the secret to happiness. It starts with a young boy seeking the wisdom of a saintly man, but the lesson that he takes home we can all take to heart. Will you spill the drops of oil?

Free Money Finance approaches a very serious subject by listing 25 documents you need before you die. It’s not a topic that very many people want to explore, but that doesn’t mean that it’s a topic you should avoid. Do you have a copy of the “qualified domestic-relations order” or a list of all the safe-deposit boxes that you own?

Damien Riley may seem like a pretty easygoing guy, but he gets his share of stress too. That’s why he has found a few different relaxation methods that you may want to try throughout your day. From fake smiles to yoga lite, they can actually prove to be quite effective. Even deep breathing can help calm the nerves.

Jon Lee has some advice for all the webmasters out there, offering five quick ways to improve web site design. This applies to everyone from bloggers to small business owners. Improve your navigation, make your message clear, and avoid having too many links.

Jay Piddy has a deal for everyone in the Greater Vancouver area. If you want a fuel efficient car to boot around the city, you may want to consider Jay’s 2004 Toyota Echo RS. They’ve outgrown their little car and it’s time to pass it on to someone else. It’s fully loaded and looks to be in great condition.

What’s going on with the blogs on the Internet? Let’s see what they’re talking about.

Community Spark starts us off with a very simple lesson for those looking to build a community online: features aren’t a selling point; benefits are. Don’t tell your potential members about what you can do. Rather, tell them how these features can help them in a very specific way.

Thursday Bram has an ethical question for all the business owners in the audience: is it wrong to pay someone less based on location? Global outsourcing can certainly have its advantages, but are you taking advantage of the person by doing so? Is good work worth the same regardless of where the worker is based?

Bonnie Sainsbury very much recognizes the power of social media, but she also recognizes that you need to do certain things to get the most out of them. For instance, you should get a custom Facebook page design if you want to get better business promotion from it. Stand out and build your brand.

Chris Bibey gets you ready for your next business networking event. Be prepared for these three questions and have your responses ready to go. Do you know what to say when someone asks for your rates? What if they ask for samples and availability?

Russ Henneberry finishes off this list with a fun, yet informative piece on how to sell like Steve Jobs. Remember that buying is an emotional experience and it’s undeniable that Apple makes you “feel” it even before you commit to the purchase. Telling them what’s different certainly helps too.