Reaction to Random Catalysts

The computer system went down today at work and was down for several hours. With this technology frozen, we could not tally our progress and use of materials in our accustomed way. To keep track, we used pen or pencil on paper. To the extent that we used numbers or tallies, we had to rely on written... Sign in to see full entry.

Upon receiving my birthday month book discount postcard from the local bookstore I set about to select that special book with which to treat myself. In such a case, as with other bonus rewards as well, I try to pick out something special for myself rather than using the discount on the book... Sign in to see full entry.

Touchbacks in higher numbers but also less kneel downs is what I observe when I watch National Football League games. There are interesting observations to make in light of the league's attempt to reduce the number of kickoff returns by moving the kicker a few yards closer. It is hoped that with... Sign in to see full entry.

I have a number of musical instruments, but I rarely play them. I wonder how many people have this in common. My instruments are the omnichord, the harmonica, the banjo, and the ukelele. The first one is my only proficient instrument. It is like an electrified harpsichord--or to the harpsichord what... Sign in to see full entry.

Fog has abounded for the past two mornings and nights, and to drive through it seems surreal. Two nights ago, with a heavy, misty blanket on either side, I suddenly saw a deer. So thick was the fog, that the deer's outline was fuzzy. I was fortunate to have seen it when I did, because I had to apply... Sign in to see full entry.

Another financial crisis averted... or so we are told. What actually happened was the the can was kicked down the road yet again. It is hard to see any other outcome when the two opposing sides are so polar opposite from each other. Frankly, though, I am glad there have been conservatives who have... Sign in to see full entry.

Having emailed a contact and having told him to call me back if he was still interested in my offer, I had assumed his silence meant he was no longer interested. Then I checked my email--something I should do much more regularly--and noticed a Dae-Mon failure notice. The above email to which I... Sign in to see full entry.

I told of a frozen canister method a couple weeks ago as a way to overcome plantar fasciitis. As it so happened, I only rolled my foot twice over the frozen canister--because then the flood problem came. With my belongings moved back and my kitched too crowded, I really did not have any choice but... Sign in to see full entry.

With one of the front boards broken and several of the drawer supports fallen out, it was time to putting to pasture my dresser. The last move back and forth to allow the rug drying, was just too much for this piece of furninure. It was not directly damaged by the water. Rather, it was on its last... Sign in to see full entry.

Anyone who has ever zapped and fried a microwave knows the most basic rule: Do not put metal in the microwave. Lately, though, I have been keener to follow other rules in relation to the microwave--many of which may be inconsequential. First, in regard to the most basic rule, I reach back from my... Sign in to see full entry.