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Mangopeño Smoothie
The combination of mango and jalapeño might seem odd but you just might like it! And smoothies may just be an ultimate concoction for the healthy non-foodie!
Society, Politics, and Culture
Should The “B” in Black be Capitalized?
Recently, my own writing confronted me with the question of whether the B in Black should be capitalized. Should it? Here are some thoughts on the matter and the policies of some various news organizations.
Humor…and Food…Keep Us Alive
Reflections on a Joss Whedon quote about food and laughter.
HUMOR KEEPS US ALIVE. HUMOR AND FOOD. DON’T FORGET FOOD. YOU CAN GO A WEEK WITHOUT LAUGHING.
Home & Garden, Crafts, and DIY
Making Mexican Sugar Skulls for Dia De Los Muertos
Here's a recipe for Mexican Sugar Skulls. Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos with these colorful skulls. They're not to eat but are fun to make and make great October decor.
Spirituality, Meditation, Religion, and Skepticism
It’s OK to Feel What You Feel
We've all experienced loss recently, in one form or another. Even if you are among the more fortunate, making yourself feel guilty for feeling your feelings is, ultimately, unhelpful.
Health, Fitness and Wellness
Can Language Learning in Our Later Years Help Stave Off Dementia?
It's a likable notion that learning a foreign language might help stave off cognitive decline and dementia in our senior years. But is it true? Studies suggest positive benefits to bilingualism in old age but are generally small and inconclusive. Still, there are intrinsic benefits to learning a second language.
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Looking for Nemo? You won’t find him here!
A Review of Padak: Swimming to Sea. The "fish in a tank" scenario might remind you of a particular Pixar film, and you might catch a glimpse of clownfish, but this bleak CGI-animated creation is not for kids, the faint of heart, or someone who wants uplift.
Mangopeño Smoothie
The combination of mango and jalapeño might seem odd but you just might like it! And smoothies may just be an ultimate concoction for the healthy non-foodie!
Art, Design, and Cartoons
Zen is Not a Competitive Sport
This is a cartoon that I drew back in about 2011 or 2012, I think. Thank you WQ for saving it for me! Here's what inspired it.
Tech and Apps
Blackmail Bitcoin Phishing Scams, Oh My!
Today, I received a scam email threatening to send (non-existent) videos of me watching porn to all of my contacts if I didn't send bitcoin. This type of email, which may include a current or old password, is currently making the rounds right now. Here's how to respond, as well as tips for recognizing the typical phishing email.
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