Monthly Archives: November 2011

What I am AGAINST

Saturday, 26 November 2011 The American Family Association has released their yearly “Naughty or Nice” list. This is an extraordinarily helpful list; elegant in its simplicity. The AFA gives retailers a color rating. Green is the best – like the … Continue reading

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Also Sprach the Manufacturer’s Helpline

Wednesday, 23 November 2011 So…here’s a fun family situation: My mom will be visiting the Great State of Minnesota in December. Since her move to the Rocky Mountain State, she has visited several times…but never during that time period betwixt … Continue reading

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Botany Bay

Monday, 21 November 2011 Back in 1989, I won a go-kart. Yep, honest to Eric Clapton, I really did. Of course, living in a mobile home, without a garage, and with no property of our own, my parents quickly decided … Continue reading

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Math and Science Outlet

Saturday, 19 November 2011 Today, Owen and I went to the U of M campus for their Math and Science Family Fun Fair. We went along with one of Owen’s classmates and that classmate’s dad. The four of us had … Continue reading

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How I Saved My Co-Workers 35 Cents

Friday, 18 November 2011 I am employed at a corporation that promotes a culture of lean. This doesn’t refer to promoting being fit (though my employer does promote that as well), but to eliminating waste, striving for efficiency, and saving … Continue reading

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