Author Archives: Heather

I Get On (The TTC)

Posted on December 20, 2008 by Heather

Another YouTube video today.  The TTC is the transportation system for the City of Toronto, the megalopolis where I live.  This is a great song about riding the TTC made by a couple of guys who live on the opposite … Continue reading →

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2012 – The End?

Posted on December 17, 2008 by Heather

During turn of the millennium there was a lot of speculation about the end times and prophecy.  Nostradamus was trotted out in a dozen documentaries, and his prophecies co-opted to suit the presenter’s needs.  No blazing comet came out of … Continue reading →

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Life is Needlework

Posted on December 11, 2008 by Heather

For a little while now I have been occasionally writing in another blog: Stitching Lotus.  It has been my crafting blog, where I share pictures and thoughts about my needlework and knitting.  I have decided, though, that come the new … Continue reading →

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In Living LCD… With No Government

Posted on December 8, 2008 by Heather

quanta and I have finally taken a step into the 21st century.  Last week, my Christmas present arrived a little early–a 47″ LG LCD TV.  I was more than a little shocked, since I thought we had agreed to wait … Continue reading →

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How Many Earths?

Posted on November 27, 2008 by Heather

I think I’m a pretty green person.  I try not to leave too many lights on (she says as she stands up to turn off the kitchen light).  I walk almost everywhere, and take the subway if I need to … Continue reading →

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That Crazy English Language

Posted on November 14, 2008 by Heather

I admitted a few posts ago that I’m a terrible speller. I have been all my life.  I just have a heck of a time sounding out words.  And now I can easily explain why.  Watch this movie of Ed … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Video Game Play and Addiction

Posted on November 12, 2008 by Heather

I’m going to confess to something right away, to clear the air.  I expected to not like this book.  I figured it was yet another attempt by the media, as it were, to tar and feather video games and blame … Continue reading →

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