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March 30, 2010
textbook
As in all my travels, I carry multiple reading materials to keep me sane during my travels. I sometimes read a periodical to try to catch up with the latest news or read an engrossing fiction. Since I'm a little more savvy about what keeps my attention and how much material I would like to carry, I am picky about what I bring on my travels. A periodical or book has to be special to keep my attention from the crying baby, chatty neighbor, or the turbulence that always seems to appear on my plane rides. On my last trip, I found my first textbook that was able to hold my attention. The authors wrote the textbook in a contemplative mode like a note from one friend to another. It's a dated textbook but I can appreciate the thought and the motive that went behind it. My favorite quote from what I have read so far:
As you begin to see the beauty of any of these levels, remember that there is still another level to come. The whole process will be very much like peeling an onion; you uncover layer after layer and are often moved to tears during the process. If you like onions, the whole thing is worthwhile.
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March 23, 2010
chicago
My friends and I hit Chicago and Chicago hit back. Like my cousin said, if you don't like Chicago weather, just wait awhile and this weekend was the whole spectrum of Midwestern weather. Nevertheless, the people were amazing. They are friendly, optimistic, rugged, patient, knowledgeable, and full of perseverance. Have I mentioned friendly? Our tour guide through the city represented all of the above and more. The people definitely made the Chicago sparkle and that's why it's my favorite city. Chicago also has the best variety of foods and outdoor activities.
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March 19, 2010
spike
In case, you have never seen what a FDA approval can do to a stock.
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March 12, 2010
in other words
Local governments could be alot worse.
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March 11, 2010
newsworthy
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March 10, 2010
sk
I have a love/hate relationship with Steven King books. My first SK book was Thinner which I actually listened to instead of read. Once reading (or listening, he creeps you out more) the book, you will never think about food the same way again. He's an amazing storyteller that weaves you into his stories and like narcissist and malevolent person you thought was a friend, he leaves you in the middle of his terrifying and unhinged landscape. My second SK book was highly recommended by a friend, The Dark Half. I couldn't finish the book because of the darkness of the story. Then, a few years later, I decided to read one of his books that was not of the horror genre, The Green Mile. People rave about this movie but the book was much better and more discomforting. SK's ideas of life, the world, religion, politics, and morality seeps through all his writings. You are left wondering what actually goes on in his head or where did he find such darkness. Every couple of years, I forget how much his writings disturb and I end up reading or seeing one of his creation. Last night, I watched The Mist and again, at the end of the movie, I wondered why I got sucked into another one. No spoilers but again, I wonder what occurs in his psyche.
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March 04, 2010
today
I am enamored by BiP. Cells are so smart.
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March 01, 2010
eat
As I am about to travel to a large metropolitan city, I am amazed by the choices in food. One thing you find in the US, especially in the large metropolitan areas, is the diversity. You can eat Alu gobi (Indian) for lunch and tartare (Polish) for dinner. Then, for breakfast, you can dine on smoked salmon (Sweden, you have spoiled me). Then, you can move on dim sum (Chinese) for lunch and tapas and paellas for dinner. And, don't forget the cannolis! All down the street! All of them excellent! You really can't find such diversity anywhere else. My stomach is glad and confused over all the choices.
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