Tag Archives: philosophy

Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates

Posted on March 18, 2021 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Through the framework of a letter to his son, Ta-Nehisi Coates teaches readers what growing up black in Baltimore involves. But he doesn’t stop with a simple narrative. Acknowledging and accepting the reality of being black in America gives Coates … Continue reading →

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5 Interesting Links for 11-20-2020

Posted on November 20, 2020 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Research (Exercise) With the popularity of step counters to measure exercise and healthy behavior, recent studies are trying to determine whether the 10,000-step goal is anything more than a marketing … Continue reading →

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5 Interesting Links for 07-24-2020

Posted on July 24, 2020 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Sperm Whales (Animals) Journalist Rowan Jacobsen recounts a trip to observe marine scientists documenting sperm whales and his own encounters with the amazing giants. https://www.outsideonline.com/2415069/sperm-whales-research-dominica Remote (Employment) COVID-19 has turned … Continue reading →

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The Seep by Chana Porter

Posted on January 29, 2020 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

This is not an easy book to review. What makes it fascinating is both simple and so integrated that I struggle not to reveal what should come out as you read. Not every reader will appreciate the novel as, though … Continue reading →

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Through Arcane Rules and Procedures…

Posted on April 23, 2009 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Through Arcane Rules and Procedures, We Persevere Because We Must This comes as a spinoff from last week’s post. In the comments thread, we had a little chat about how most writing rules aren’t actual rules for all that the … Continue reading →

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