Tag Archives: Friends

Bhaloidam

2011 has been an ugly, trying year. Globally, we’ve lurched from crisis to calamity to tragedy. There are too many to list, but the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, the shootings in Norway, and the London riots stand out for … Continue reading

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No More Kings

…but that doesn’t mean we don’t still have princesses–I mean, even Lady Liberty wears a diadem! So I thought I’d show you the birthday tiara I made for my dear friend Rachel’s birthday this year. I don’t think you’re ever … Continue reading

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Revisiting Books

First, a note that I was feeling highly self-critical last week for not participating in Ada Lovelace Day, when I had such a great experience with it last year. I just didn’t have anything prepared or anyone in mind yet … Continue reading

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Friends Old and New

Breaking news: the next Flavia de Luce adventure is out! The Weed That Strings the Hangman’s Bag was published in the US on March 9th. As I tweeted earlier this week: “Woo hoo, Flavia’s back!! And yes, I put myself … Continue reading

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Deirdra Kiai

Today is Ada Lovelace Day 2010, and the woman in technology whom I’ve chosen to celebrate is Deirdra Kiai, a video game developer, programmer, blogger, and musician in Vancouver, B.C. Deirdra is a friend of mine * and that fact … Continue reading

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Swimmies!

Rachel and I finally checked out the local swimwear boutique yesterday–she, to get something more suitable (hah!) for our frequent swimming schedule, and I to scope the possibilities for the next time I need a new suit. (And to buy … Continue reading

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New York, Day 2

Day 2 kicked off with brunch for the whole group in the hotel restaurant. Judging from the hearty appetites and lively conversation, it seemed all had enjoyed a good night’s sleep. Over eggs and French press coffee, we got into … Continue reading

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New York, Day 1

Our trip to New York last weekend was just about the most perfect vacation we’ve ever had. We stayed at a posh hotel, ate fabulous food, got in a wee bit of shopping (some of us more than others), and … Continue reading

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Psst…

It’s Wednesday, October 3rd. Do you know where you’ll be four weeks from today?

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Technological Disconnect

In the comments on the Simple Life post, Ramona said “We are becoming a society of disconnectedness”¦And, trust me, it all began with t.v.” and though she has a point, I have to disagree with her. Yes, T.V. has a … Continue reading

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