i am a master of information
The degree will not be official until May, but I’ve just completed my very last school assignment. This means… I. AM. DONE. Done!!!!! My apologies to everyone who already saw…
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in which my library career moves forward
Page no more! I’m not a librarian yet, but I’ve managed to get out of the page level. I’ve landed a part-time position as a circulation clerk, doing circ and…
another frontier: in which my star trek experience enters the 1980s
An historic moment in “what i’m watching” history: I’ve just seen my first-ever episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation. I finished watching Star Trek TOS, the whole series, in…
beautiful ad-free e-cards at jacquie lawson dot com
This is such a good tip, I am almost reluctant to share it. Then again, most people probably won’t use it. I like to remember people’s birthdays. Long before Facebook…
what i’m reading (and why): for whom the bell tolls
In anticipation of an upcoming trip to Spain, I’m re-reading For Whom The Bell Tolls, Ernest Hemingway’s novel based on his experiences in the Spanish Civil War. I haven’t read…
Yes – Let’s Talk
Though dismissed by some as a cynical marketing ploy, Bell’s Let’s Talk campaign not only succeeded in raising $4.8 million for mental health initiatives, but also provided a forum for…
In Memory of Esther Levin
There are words that people use at a time like this: “unexpected passing,” “beloved mother, sister, daughter, friend,” “after a short illness.” These words can be said electronically, but the…
The Process: 10 Years Ago
As you’ll know if you follow my blog, I sent off the first draft of a fun new book to my agent. He is a dear as well as smart,…
my magic number is 13
Today I begin my last term of grad school. There are thirteen weeks to a term, so as of today I am counting down weeks to the finish line. My…
Your Country’s Finances Are Exactly Like Yours
Many scoff at the conservative analogy that the American government should manage its finances like a household, but little do they realize the idea doesn’t strengthen conservativism, it weakens it.…
updates: acupuncture, slow cooker, star trek
I decided to try acupuncture again. In October, I saw my nephew and niece-in-law who practice Traditional Chinese Medicine and other holistic healing methods. They encouraged me to use our…
Writer’s New Year Resolutions
1. Create more, worry less. (h/t Diane Shoemperlen) 2. The market isn’t Stalin. Have fun writing. 3. The market is Stalin. Be subversive. n invisible force was crushing him. He…
Buddha’s Flowers on Christmas
Click to enlarge I saw the day come into the sky this morning and waited for my family to awake. There was peace and there was joy, like the songs,…
i hate christmas is slightly hateful this year
I’ve noticed a distinct reduction in my annual irritation and disgust at the holiday madness this year.* An unexpected convergence of events has brought on a pleasant state of near-apathy.…
Hanukah Last Night
click to enlarge Do you see the blue lights? And the evanescent ball hanging out with the plant? Who can say whether they are optical effects or angels? Filed under:…
post your slow-cooker recipes and tips here
I just bought a slow-cooker, the first one I’ve owned. Do you use one? If so, what are your favourite things to make with it? Any tips or suggestions? I…
our first video: backyard play
Finally, a video of Tala and Diego! How silly am I? Now that we have video capability, I felt sad that we don’t have video of all our past dogs,…
i’m back and i’m done
Another semester is behind me! I've now completed seven of eight terms, 14 of 16 courses. The expression "can't wait" doesn't begin to describe how eager I am to finish…
Hacked by Hacker
My blog is hosted by HostPapa, which up until now has been a fantastic host. Unfortunately, a few days ago (and I didn’t notice until this evening) this host got…
talk me out of buying a new blackberry (if you can)
I need a new phone. My Blackberry Curve is dying. I had to replace my original Blackberry Curve when the cursor starting jumping around (a known issue), while it was…