30th
September
2011
Another general election on the Island, next Monday. Another “first past the pole” model, where the chances of forming a government depend on a party’s ability to field qualified candidates in all ridings. Quite apart from the issues… which is why I remain quietly astonished to discover that there are ridings where “the other parties” didn’t even get someone nominated.
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posted in politics |
29th
September
2011
I’m sharing the room with an iPad2, trying to make head or tail out of the ongoing tablet wars. No, the ‘Pad isn’t mine; I rarely get to touch it. After all, that’s about all you can do with it. Go ahead. Try typing your blog post sometime, for a moment of slow.
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posted in computing |
28th
September
2011
Perhaps a change of time would help. I’ve reflected on my mindset, as presented here, and think that the general tone might be related to my need (imminent) for sleep.
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posted in humour |
27th
September
2011
Based on the announcement that Quebec City will not be bidding on the 2022 Olympics, we can get on with our lives. The stress of not being sure, coupled with the anticipation of yet greater levels of civic debt had the locals on the edge of their chairs. Really.
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posted in humour |
26th
September
2011
Back in 1973, a rail strike meant that I made the trip to university for the fall session by air. My first flight; Toronto to Charlottetown. I don’t claim to remember much about the particulars (it was a Lockheed L-1011 Tristar), and I was able to take photos from my window seat. But seriously, I don’t remember much else.
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posted in media |
25th
September
2011
Twice in eight days. Out of the house to hear live music. Tonight, a true family moment, at least in terms of place.
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posted in music |
24th
September
2011
Political campaigns are great fun for the spectator. Whether or not they qualify as bloodsport is another issue, for another time. If there is no election in your local area, seek out the content from other jurisdictions. Live vicariously.
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posted in politics |
23rd
September
2011
When you are ruler of the universe, no detail is too small (to catch your eye). Leastwise, if you are the Mayor of this magical kingdom.
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posted in education, ham radio |
22nd
September
2011
We’re into (yet) another public transportation week in the city. Yawn! I didn’t sleep well last night.
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posted in environment |
21st
September
2011
While at coffee this morning, a co-worker mentioned that there was an Asian grocery in town where one could buy the spices necessary for preparation of satay. Fast forward several hours, where the local TV network gave a quick course in preparation of satay. Huh? I awoke this morning, a neophyte. Now all that remains is for me to get busy and prepare, you guessed it… Funny how things evolve.
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posted in food, politics |
