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Can now add “attended Stanford” to my continuing education list. Stanford Code in Place 2021 Final Project Next up: Global Thermonuclear Warfare.

Take SJG’s punctuated equilibrium and extrapolate over a billion solar systems instead of a million earth years. The math ain’t that hard. The problem is the assumption that earth-like consciousness is a typical outcome. It’s not. And when it does … Continue reading →

You already have everything you need, if you know where to look.

In the produce section, you can find clementines and occasionally satsumas, but no mandarins … and in the canned food aisle, you can find mandarins but no clementines. I’m sure some marketing genius can explain why.

The first clap of thunder sounded in the distance, and Z. looked at me with a concern on his face, concern that has no business on a 16 month old’s face, and said “Uh, oh …” When he heard the … Continue reading →

Good news from Hatch, New Mexico: Green chile harvest expected to be strong. (Hat tip to Mad Dog Media Arf Force and Whirled Hindquarters.)

When you think “Colorado” and “sports,” what comes to mind? Skiing? Climbing? Bike racing? Skiing? Sure, everyone knows we have mountains. Climbing? Of course. Bagging a 14’er is on everyone’s to do list here. Cycling? We have road racing, mountain … Continue reading →

Been awol lately. Lots of stuff going on. No excuse, will try harder to keep folks up to date and informed. (Left: TVAPO rafting Clear Creak) Forgot to mention my brother’s visit last month. Clan TVAPO came out for a … Continue reading →