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Plotting Polecats or Why You Should Be Wary of Cassowaries

14-Aug-08

I was recently searching for some information on wildebeests and found myself seriously sidetracked by a lurid illustration of a European Polecat - a relative of our Skunk. This depiction of Mustela Putorius was looking out from behind its black mask with an expression that clearly said, “Oh, you would, would you?” I received the [...]

He’s Not Heavy, He’s My Tomato Plant

16-Jul-08

I believe I’ve mentioned before that Geekdaddy works at a mental health institution. He has a very nice, sunny office in the basement where he keeps the phones and computers humming. He also has a small farm of tomato plants, flowers and greenery that he tends with loving care. He’s the go-to guy for Mainers [...]

I’m Only in One Doldrum

09-Jul-08

I’m not in THE doldrums, yet. That would be an area of calm, boring water north of the equator where the tradewinds don’t blow. The word probably comes from “dold”, think dolt, for stupid and “drum” which is akin to the “trum” of tantrum. Put it together and it spells stupid state or something similar. [...]