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Monthly Archives: November 2008
Nov. 25, 2008
Moonwalks and Mechanics
There's a reason people go into such strict training for space: It's a different experience and it takes a while to get adjusted. I learned about this the first time I ever tried to use a snorkel. I've been a … Continue reading
Nov. 24, 2008
Poetry
While in the car at 4am yesterday morning--we were headed to watch the sunrise--my family got to chatting about Haiku. We even wrote one. Check out our early morning creation: Good morning.It is dark outside.We're driving. Bad HaikuHolzmanns 11/23/08 Since … Continue reading
Nov. 21, 2008
Musical Chairs
Background: I've been having a rather... "lively" discussion with my friend Cherish--and I hope I don't say anything stupid so she'll still be my friend after this (I love you, Cherish!). You can read the posts and my comments here … Continue reading
Nov. 19, 2008
Reading, Writing and Uh-rithmetic
Okay, I saw the same thing posted on three blogs today, so this is a hot item on the blogosphere. That being the case, I felt compelled to weigh in. How many more metaphors can I mix there? Sales, planets … Continue reading
Nov. 18, 2008
"Mild" Profanities?
Two and a half months ago I wrote a post where I mentioned a blog I thought was funny due to "mild profanity" and ever since then it's bugged me. In fact, even when I typed the words way back … Continue reading
Nov. 17, 2008
Preconceptions and Perceptions
I have an affinity for tech support humor; I love the tales of woe as two people attempt to solve a problem over the phone. One of my favorites involves a woman whose printer was not printing yellow. Every color … Continue reading
Nov. 14, 2008
This I Know
...for the Bible tells me so. [link here] I had a friend in high school who told me that she didn't read her Bible because it "whispers to me." Upon further inquiry, she assured me that her Bible audibly gave … Continue reading