Author Archives: Thom

Bibbi Babkhas!

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Thom

I was trying to explain to my kids where I got a certain quote and turned to YouTube to save me. Some of you may remember the catch-phrase “Well of course not, don’t be ridiculous!” So while I was introducing … Continue reading →

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Sit and listen

Posted on September 27, 2017 by Thom

I’ve been enjoying audio books for years now. They’re a great way to spend my hour-a-day commutes. But I’ve noticed lately that I’ve developed a weird habit. I can’t just sit and listen to an audio book. I can listen … Continue reading →

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Does context matter?

Posted on September 25, 2017 by Thom

I’ve already said my piece about NFL protests. Knock yourself out, Colin. You too, Donald. But I do have to wonder something. Suppose you went out to see a movie. You buy your tickets, your popcorn and soda, find your … Continue reading →

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They can even trash hotel rooms

Posted on September 15, 2017 by Thom

Nigel Stanford just released his new album, “Automatica.” With it comes a new video in which he blends music and automation in a way that has the musician, tech-head, and writer in me going totally gonzo-bonkers. I could watch this … Continue reading →

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Writing Update – Sept. 14, 2017

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Thom

The only real update is that I’m back to writing after at least two months of being away. Work got crazy, demanding unpaid overtime, and my writing time had to go. But that time away was important for at least … Continue reading →

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Virga over the Kirga

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Thom

You know those clouds that have streamers of…something…hanging below them as if it were heavily raining, and yet it doesn’t reach the ground? Perhaps you don’t, as it usually occurs over deserts or at high altitude. I live in a … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Liberty Boy, by David Gaughran

Posted on August 22, 2017 by Thom

Though I most often read fantasy or science fiction, anyone who follows my blog (all three of you) knows that I also enjoy history, biographies, non-fiction, and historical fiction. “Liberty Boy” is the latter. Written by David Gaughran, an Irishman … Continue reading →

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Six degrees of Adolph Hitler

Posted on August 4, 2017 by Thom

Guilt by association. Guilt by breathing the same air. Guilt by handshake. Guilt by non-denial. This is the culture we now live in; a culture where a friend of mine has to wave off negative comments when simply posting that … Continue reading →

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Perfect pitch and timbre

Posted on August 2, 2017 by Thom

Dana Cowern is back with an episode that appeals to both my scientific side and my musician side. Full of “gee whiz” moments for the musically inclined.

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Writing Update – Aug. 1, 2017

Posted on August 1, 2017 by Thom

I had intended to post more frequently. I really did. Then a couple things happened, almost at once. For one, my wife and daughter went to Finland to spend time with my wife’s family, leaving the two boys and I … Continue reading →

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