News, nature, and community throughout the Emerald Triangle
Small communities are rather wonderful. I like the way people take care of each other—watch each other’s backs. Today I went to our nearby (45 minutes is nearby around here) town. I put tires on my husband’s car and bought another to replace a flat on my car.Ouch, real spendy type money. Vernon–in small towns everyone has a name and
Read moreYesterday, the Times Online reported that a British secondary school was conducting an experiment. The administration was tracking students by embedding microchips in their clothing. On the teachers’ computers, the chip provides information on what classroom the student is supposed to be in, the student’s academic performance, and allows retrieval of the student’s photo. The chip also allows a student’s
Read moreNever having subscribed to the adage that one should keep silent about religion or politics, I ‘m passing along an old link that I love. Break out the Ben and Jerry’s or the Oreo Cookies. Sit back and savor something sweet to help ease the pain. You might even want a big glass of milk to help you choke down
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