Recent Posts - page 12
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Innocence Dented (or a nice walk spoiled)
The following piece was originally written and posted 10/5/10 on my blog atwww.dimland.com. This past Sunday afternoon was one of those glorious fall afternoons which I wish I could save to enjoy on a mid-winter day. Clear blue sky, cool… Read More ›
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Mandolin Dreams
I spent 7 very painful years learning to play the piano. I enjoy playing the piano, but I never was considered good at it. My brothers seemed to have a natural musical ability I never inherited, but I do enjoy… Read More ›
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Where I’m Headed This Weekend
My friend Doug, about three months ago: “With all of the places you’ve been, you’ve never been to New York City?” Yes, it’s true. I can count the relatively obscure, as far as travel goes, tiny Kotor Montenegro, and have… Read More ›
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One of these Room Mates is not Like the Other….
My husband and I are often considered opposites. He’s neat and tidy, and I am rather messy. He’s a trained engineer and his jobs have always required meticulous attention to detail and safety. I’m an artist, and my work depends… Read More ›
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Friday Fun Flick, Easter Edition
Originally posted on Yankee Skeptic:
My daughter, while an adult, still wants an Easter Basket. This year I had to find the chocolate cross and to my surprise, chocolate Jesus Fish. I can’t decide if it’s horribly wrong to eat… -
Attending Industry Conventions
This week I attended the 78th (+/-) annual convention of the Gas Processors Association. (I’ve heard all of the jokes. Thank you anyway). I’ve been attending these meetings since 1989, serving on various technical committees affiliated with various nerd engineer… Read More ›
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When mom needs surgery, how to prepare a child.
When I had only one child, my young preschooler Evelyn, I needed to have some very serious surgery. As a good parent I wanted to prepare her, so I went to the library. There were books about “Mom is Dead”… Read More ›
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The Harvard Classics Collection is Now Available Free
As you have figured out, the team at the 2DG blog are all readers. We even have our own staff librarian! From the site: The works, which were originally referred to as Dr. Eliot’s Five Foot Shelf, are a time capsule… Read More ›
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Maryland Crabs, When I Would Supply Dinner for Free
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Happy Birthday to An Awesome Young Man
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#Hatch Green Chiles Are (Nearly) Here
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French Bread or French Toast for your Poodle (or other dog)
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Weird and Wonderful Summer Cocktails – Friday Fun
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Not a Good Day
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Visiting New Hampshire, and Gathering Wool
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Explaining the NSC, from a former staffer
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Top Ten Searches Which Find our Blog!
November 24, 2014
History ›
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Memorial Day in Europe
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Decorating and Gifting with POSTCARDS!
January 16, 2016
Science ›
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The Gravy Train for Women in STEM
November 3, 2021
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Sex education….science vs. religion
January 27, 2015
Skeptic ›
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Where I Listen to Crazy Conspiracy Theory Show So You Don’t Have To
October 18, 2015
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I’m Going to TAM. I Hope You Are, Too.
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Canned Hams and Other Hobbies
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Flying After COVID-19
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A Day in the Life of an Engineering Director
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The People You Meet in the Library, Part 1
September 29, 2014

