Snowshoe Christmas
Only one person fell into an ice well that day, and that was me.
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York’s Intimate Apparel
By Ashley Oliver Jim Crow laws subjugated people of color at the turn of the 20th Century. York College’s newest production, Intimate Apparel, is all about this struggle. In a sit down interview the cast and crew expressed the challenges … Continue reading → -
Abundance
December 23, 2015. I got the lights uo, then we went to see James Bond today, which I thought was better than the critics allowed (they wanted to see a cartoon like Iron Man but what they got was a good taut spy thriller in the best tradition of Bond).... -
What makes an academic innovator?
I am preparing a seminar on academic innovation for the New Year. It is targeted at academics in UK higher education. I would love to hear from academics who may have something to say about being innovative or at least being innovative … Continue reading →
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Face West
Now stand in the place where you work Now face west Think about the place where you live Wonder why you haven’t before R.E.M. Stand Today’s Daily Create said to “Look West, young man!” #ds106 #dailycreate #tdc1445 Get out your … Continue reading → -
Trump got Fat!
I often fantasize about kicking Donald Trump in the face. But, alas,… -
Cardboard Caravan
Cardboard Caravan:I videoed these talented young people at Eugene’s Holiday Market and posted the footage on Facebook. The kids found it and contacted me, so I made them an iMovie using all the material on them I had or could find. What I love about this group is the otherworldly sound of the saw violin soaring over all.
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Farmhouse
December 22, 2015. An Ontario classic farmhouse. I drove down the St-Albert Road after getting my snow tires put on. I was looking for a good phboto with the fog. You can still see the fog but the star of the photo is this beautiful old farmhouse. We d... -
Metro
December 21, 2015. Our local grocery store in Casselman. I stopped by to pick up fish and veggies after my eye exam. I didn't want to go too far because I still have summer tires on (appointment is tomorrow). And my pupils are all dilated so everything... -
Neal Stephenson: Keep Killing My Plants
Neal Stephenson is great. His books are concrete block-dense worlds that are the physical embodiment of that snake that eats its own tail – they can swallow you whole even as you devour them. I’ve read the near-1,000 page novel Cryptonomicon at least 4 times since 2003, and each time I still get so engrossed […] -
Saddle-Up, True Friends, for #western106
After getting sorting out my livery and hardware and getting myself to the frontier, I find out that the KSU #western106 stage might not be leaving town. But I am ever hopeful … I started off this afternoon with The Daily Create, tdc1444 prompt to make something for @cogdog, and quickly found myself riding over the […] -
The Fishy World of Internet Dating
The Fishy World of Internet Dating I wrote this article on 30th April 2013 but never published it. I think it makes sense to share an updated version now. In 2013 I read a blog post by someone who bravely shared a … Continue reading → -
Real hippies making real tye dyed clothing at Eugene’s…
Real hippies making real tye dyed clothing at Eugene’s Holiday Market. Hooray for the old skool!
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Say it LIke the Peanut Butter
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Solo Rider for #Western106
I sure were excited ’bout leadin’ a new herd of ds106 calves from the Kansas State University ranch. Me ‘n Bill even planned stuff over beans and a fire and even ole Hatchet Jack was ready to become unfrozen to be doing a new round of... -
(via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjju4VStRSc)
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La Pocatière
December 20, 2015. This place never disappoints. It was a quick stop for a coffee and a photo on the way home from Riviere du Loup today. The truckload of rocks and tires has been safely delivered and I am home watching episodes of Fargo and puttering ... -
Unit 1: Bootcamp
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Social Presence in Online Courses
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Hip-Hop & Comics:Cultures Combining
TweetDeveloped on two opposite ends of the 1900’s, comic books and Hip-Hop music has made its way into today’s pop culture. New York Comic-Con was one of the biggest events of the Fall this year. The convention was home to numerous outlets of entertainment as well as panel discussions. One panel in particular that was contemporary and exclusive to this Continue reading → -
Top Three Songs Sung By Thots Made For Thots
Tweet1.Once Upon A Time-Mariahlynn 2.Cheap Ass Weave-Cardi B 3.Pay Me-Veronica Vega Enjoy the variety this new genre of “thot music” Continue reading → -
Leaps of Faith (or Welcoming My-Own-Damn-Self to DS106)
One of my favorite compliments ever came from an Honor’s American Lit… -
Renovations
December 19, 2015. You can't see a lot at the moment, but the inside of the front porch is gutted and all the wiring is being replaced. It will look very different next time. After numerous emails and calls, I'm still waiting for a reply from Moncton o... -
Ice and Fog
December 18, 2015. In Moncton for the day for a half dozen meetings, to pick uo ricks and tires, and to inspect th renovations on the house. This is Jones Lake, just slightly frozen in the chill air and shrouded by a typical Maritime fog. From Flickr h... -
Sad occasion, but we cousins still do look sharp! #style…
Sad occasion, but we cousins still do look sharp! #style #menfashion #007 #whiteblack #fab #stockholm -
Sad occasion, but we cousins still do look sharp! #style…
Sad occasion, but we cousins still do look sharp! #style #menfashion #007 #whiteblack #fab #stockholm -
DS106
Hello everybody. Yes. I am going to write in English for the next weeks. The reason is simple: I will take part in the DS106 Online course. Learning about Digital Storytelling. So here we go! :) -
I’m So Excited!! …over a literal piece of Cardboard
Google just recently announced their StreetView app is Google Cardboard compatible! What does this mean? Ahhhhh…. I have never been so excited over a piece of cardboard in my life! If you are not familiar, Google Cardboard is an open-source product and SDK (software development kit) kit created by Google. It is essentially an affordable […] -
I’m So Excited!! …over a literal piece of Cardboard
Google just recently announced their StreetView app is Google Cardboard compatible! What does this mean? Ahhhhh…. I have never been so excited over a piece of cardboard in my life! If you are not familiar, Google Cardboard is an open-source product and SDK (software development kit) kit created by Google. It is essentially an affordable […] -
I’m So Excited!! …over a literal piece of Cardboard
Google just recently announced their StreetView app is Google Cardboard compatible! What does this mean? Ahhhhh…. I have never been so excited over a piece of cardboard in my life! If you are not familiar, Google Cardboard is an open-source product and SDK (software development kit) kit created by Google. It is essentially an affordable […]
