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Monthly Archives: January 2006
Oil Prices
As many of you who know me are probably well aware, the rise in oil prices over the past few years has not bothered me. (Warning – here comes another list.) This is primarily because: A) I hardly ever drive, … Continue reading
Posted in Money, News and Politics
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The Perfect Orange
In November, Dr. Stephanie Wheeler, the attending physician for our medicine team at the VA Hospital, brought us a bag full of these small, somewhat shriveled oranges that still possessed their stems and leaves. Hmmm…I inquired as to where she … Continue reading
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In memory of Chris Penn
I was saddened to learn of the recent death of actor Chris Penn. He is probably best known for his role in Reservoir Dogs or perhaps as the brother of Sean Penn, but I will always admire him for his … Continue reading
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Go Seahawks!!!
Wow. I am so excited! I have never given a rip about NFL football, but when Evan and I moved to our condo, we found we had a very clear view of Qwest Stadium, home of the Seattle Seahawks. On … Continue reading
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Book #4: Prince Caspian
Book #4: Prince Caspian by: C.S. Lewis, the fourth in the Chronicles of Narnia series; pages: 101. This was my favorite of the first four Narnia books. The four children reappear on a deserted island and stumble across ruins that … Continue reading
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Oregon’s “Death with Dignity” Law Upheld
I learned from NPR upon awakening this morning that Oregon’s “Death with Dignity” law was upheld in a 6-3 decision by the U.S. Supreme Court this week. I have been intrigued by this law ever since I declared my medical … Continue reading
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My beef with Columbia House
I have been meaning to blog about this for months, but was awaiting a semi-conclusion to the story before burdening you with another one of my tirades. When I was in my second year of medical school, I got a … Continue reading
Book #3: The Horse and His Boy
Yet, another book in the Chronicles of Narnia is complete (or has been for decades, but now *I* have completed my read of it). The Horse and His Boy by: C.S. Lewis was a decent read, but at times it … Continue reading
There are stupid people everywhere.
Yes, even in Seattle, which was recently named the most literate city in the United States, stupid people are able to infiltrate the general population and irritate those around them. Case in point: I stopped by the post office this … Continue reading
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In response to James’ new country…
James recently replied to my post about eliminating states with his own about using one of them to start his own country (a Galt’s Gorge of sorts, it seems). I tried adding a comment to his blog, but the computer … Continue reading
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