A blog from a science nut, computer geek, sometimes philosopher, and a human. Based out of Denver, with a love of Antarctica, I seem to wander the world so who knows where I'll be in 6 months.
I still try and practice the art of photography occasionally and it’s really to keep me sane then it is to win anything, but occasionally I get notice for random things. I put some of my photos on flickr and this one here in DC has been included on a virtual guide. Not much, but … Read more
My brother, who’ve I’ve only be back living with for 2 years now while we’ve both been in DC, is picking up to work in Burundi. He isn’t leaving till April 28th, but I guess it’s his turn to pack it up and go see the world. It sounds like it’s going to be just … Read more
My housemates an I were enjoying another spontaneous dinner gathering–one never knows what percentage of 8 people plus signfigant others might show up–and with the Washington Post strewn about our table as normal, I asked what they thought of the current Tibet situation. What resulted was an interesting half-in-hour conversation that brings home the reason … Read more
One of my roommates forwarded me a letter from Congressmen Reyes to President Bush, which is exactly what I’m advocating people start explaining. He’s on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence which gives him first hand knowledge of people and the information they develop. By far I think one of the most telling paragraphs … Read more
My brother sent me a link today asking why the Democrats don’t just explain why what the Republicans are saying about FISA is bulls*** instead of catfooting around and giving the Republicans the floor. I have to say that I’ve been left C-Span1 (the House floor) in the background of my desktop for the last … Read more
I wasn’t imagining that I would have had a problem with Colorado’s newest senator on this issue, but lo and behold he actually voted NOT to strike the provisions providing immunity. Just to be clear as it’s a double negative, this means he voted to keep Telephone Companies (Telco) immunity in the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance … Read more
It’s been a while, nearly a month an a half since I’ve chimed in on life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. I’ve been provoked by the fact that I’m sitting in an urgent care waiting room contemplating how mood, pain, sanity, and learning to be happy in all situations co-exist. On the one hand … Read more
I need a bit of feedback on some photos I’m submitting to the DCist Exposed 2008 Photography Show as I have more then the allowed number to enter. Three photos are allowed, but I’ve chosen 11 from the DC area that meet my high standards. If you have the time, can you peruse the 11 … Read more
Late in September most of my house, 1019 Lamont, went up to visit Jay Starr’s house right off of Lake George in bark eater territory. It took me a while, but I finally got this edited and posted. Full screen mode is recommended & you need flash player to see this. You can download the … Read more
Taking the metro home after another house party in DC reading a blog entry on a blackberry-like device similar to what every politician here has and it struck me how domestic and settled I am here in DC. Laura Rip is in on the south pole running up and down halls for parties, watching auroras … Read more