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Learning in a Time of Covid
In these days of Covid, travel is not an option. Instead, learning new stuff has been fueling our ikigai (getting us out of bed in the morning), and giving us plenty to talk about over dinner. Until one of our dinnertime conversations, I thought grow lights were pretty straightforward. Apparently the cognoscente measure “photosynthetically active…… Continue reading Learning in a Time of Covid
Redesigning a Robot’s Joint
With temperatures dropping to single digits (Fahrenheit), decided to stay inside and rest my joints. Spent much of the day redesigning one of my robot’s six joints.
Taunted by Baking
The smell of baking taunted me all afternoon. Dwight went through 1½ pounds of butter, and I overheard him asking Google to add sugar to our shopping list. ‘Tis the season.
The Prom
Movie night tonight: pure confection, with a dollop of Izzy’s ice cream in the intermission. The Prom, just released on Netflix.
100% Real
On my way to a pharmacy counter, walked past extraordinary quantities of Cheez-Its that were insisting they’re 100% real.
No Travel This Winter
Cancelled the one winter trip we thought might be possible: a nonstop to Palm Springs. We’ll stay home, playing the hand we’ve been dealt, grateful for our health.
Maintaining Social Distance, No Problem
Maintained social distance in the Downtown post office.
Light Rail Construction
Our cycle route included several diversions to avoid construction of a light rail system. This elaborate bridge and viaduct will take the cycle trail over an existing freight track, light rail tracks, and a busy road.
Minneapolis Glows
Looked out at a glowing Minneapolis skyline before watching a recording of last night’s Saturday Night Live. We’re always in REM sleep by the time the show airs live.