As some of you know, I did not grow up in upstate New York. I actually grew up in Northeast Philadelphia. I'd say it's one of the nicer and safer areas of the city but it is nonetheless a...
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Don’t go outside – your hair is dripping wet!
Alright everyone, I can finally confess why I've been so absent. I just moved across the country to Silicon Valley and it has been a hectic process. Now that it's ended and everything is unpacked, I can get back to...
Of What Deadly Sin Are You Gulity?
So, I know it's been a while since I've written. I've been traveling quite a bit and am excited to share what I learned from my adventures! But, I've been busy trying to catch up on everything so I...
Warning! May Contain Radioactive Material…
Peter Parker was bit by a radioactive spider and he turned into Spiderman. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles were ordinary turtles until they were exposed to radioactive waste. Bruce Banner became the Incredible Hulk after he was exposed to gamma...
What is the average air speed velocity of a laden swallow?
The great Marion Alteri, our local horse racing expert (see her blog: Marizy Doats), brings us this week's question. What is the average air speed velocity of a laden swallow? To this I say: Ha-ha. Very funny. If you don't...
Why are my Hands Numb?
So, you are sitting at your computer and everything is going swimmingly. Then suddenly your wrists start to hurt, your fingers get tingly. You give your hands a shake and get back to work. Then about twenty minutes later, the...
Happy Mother’s Day!
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Please, not while you are driving…
We have all seen the public service announcements about not talking on a cell phone or texting while driving. But does anyone ever say don't talk to your passengers? We are social creatures and silence makes us uncomfortable. It would...
What an Adrenaline Rush!
Someone says to me, "Let's go on that roller coaster" and I am on the verge of having a panic attack from the time I get in line, to the time I'm off the ride. I put on skis and...
Can you survive space?
P { margin-bottom: 0.08in; } As I've said I like all things space so when someone asked me what it really would be like to be sucked out into space, I was curious as well. I think everyone has...