Monthly Archives: August 2007
The Green Hills of Earth
I recently read that by the year 2050 or so most of the world’s population (expected to be over 9 billion people by that time) will live in large “Mega-Cities”. This is good news in many ways. First and foremost, … Continue reading
Griffy Lake and Nature Preserve – Bloomington Parks and Rec.
Many students probably graduate from Indiana University never realizing that this jewel is just a stone’s throw from campus. Located just a few miles north-east of the football stadium, Griffy Lake and Nature Preserve is a special place.To me it … Continue reading
Jeff’s Mondo, Awesome Burritos
There’s a lot going on in the world right now that I could be writing about, but it’s late and I’ve got to get ready for work tomorrow so… Let’s talk food! Specifically burritos. Taking your lunch to work can … Continue reading
4, Count ‘em 4
My wife and a few other people I know have been doing this “4 thing”. It’s late on a Saturday night, so…what the Hell? Four jobs I’ve had: 1. Assembly line making Newport cigarettes 2. Axolotl Colony caretaker 3. Bus … Continue reading
Mustard Gas and Roses: The Life and Works of Kurt Vonnegut
My family and I went to beautiful Bloomington Indiana today to visit the Farmer’s Market and soak in the “vibe” before our schedules are packed full of soccer games and Marching Band contests this Fall. We drove through campus on … Continue reading
Keep America Beautiful
As a young boy in the 1970s I was very moved whenever I saw the “Keep America Beautiful” commercials starring actor Iron Eyes Cody. Yes, I know he wasn’t really Native American, but how could anyone watch him paddling that … Continue reading
