Monthly Archives: January 2011

500 and 25

Thursday, 27 January 2010 I’ve commented about this before here, but it’s really disappointing when I pick up a book and find myself fascinated by the idea set forth in the book, only to have that idea been executed poorly. … Continue reading

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The Far Side of the Solar System

Tuesday, 25 January 2011 A few years ago, my wife found The Far Side Gallery 3 on sale at the local Goodwill. She wisely decided to buy it. Within the month, she also found The Far Side Gallery 1. I … Continue reading

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At the Place Where I Union

Sunday, 23 January 2011 At the credit union where I bank… –Hold it right there: is that correct? Is it possible to bank at a credit union, or is that a contradiction in terms? Should I say “at the credit … Continue reading

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Downhill

Friday, 21 January 2011 After waiting for several weeks, a copy of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo finally arrived for me at the library. I picked it up a few days ago and, last night, I began reading it. … Continue reading

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My Holy Book; Isla’s Religious Experience

Wednesday, 19 January 2011 Due to our aforementioned shelf cleaning, we came across our 2000 edition of the Guinness Book. I’m sure you’ve heard of the Guinness Book – a book so famous, it has earned it’s own spot within … Continue reading

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