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Bloody Mary, say it like you mean it – shaken, not stirred

Posted on 04/13/2018 by I.M. Pangs

Once again, I’m not going to watch any of the Friday the 13th movies just because it’s Friday the 13th.  Probably.  Don’t judge me. What I did was give some thought to superstition and then watch Urban Legends: Bloody Mary … Continue reading →

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Pi(e), man

Posted on 03/14/2018 by I.M. Pangs

It’s March 14.  Pi day. This is great because I like maths and I like pie.  I like all kinds of pie. It’s hard to come up with pie I don’t like.  Apple is classic for a reason. I can … Continue reading →

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Haruo Nakajima – The man inside the monster

Posted on 08/09/2017 by I.M. Pangs

The man in the original Godzilla costume walked off into the sea.  Haruo Nakajima died of pneumonia on August 7th.  He was 88-years-old and had been in the Godzilla suit 12 times from 1954 to 1972, first donning the famous … Continue reading →

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Solstice, not just a bad movie

Posted on 06/20/2017 by I.M. Pangs

It’s also one long ass day. The summer solstice.  Good times.  11:24 pm CDT. I was looking for a good solstice related movie.  There’s a few to choose from.  I read an article in which the author questioned why anyone … Continue reading →

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Is winter the end or the beginning?

Posted on 02/02/2017 by I.M. Pangs

It’s Groundhog Day and our furry buddy Phil grumpily announced that there would be a six-week extension to this winter season. Though it was damn cold this morning, it hasn’t been cold in Chicago this winter other than a week in … Continue reading →

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It’s Friday, again, and it’s the 13th

Posted on 01/13/2017 by I.M. Pangs

This happens all the time.  We’re lucky it does.  It gives everyone a reason to think about all the silly things people think about when a Friday occurs on the thirteenth day of a month. It’s special, but not that … Continue reading →

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A Trip to Mars

Posted on 10/18/2016 by I.M. Pangs

Mars is so hot lately. Some billionaire detailed a fantasy-level plan to colonize Mars. The world rejoiced. Our little buddies Opportunity and Curiosity are roaming around looking for microorganisms, water and secret Nazi bases. The Schiaparelli probe is scheduled to land on Mars … Continue reading →

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Equinox – the only equality happening today

Posted on 09/22/2016 by I.M. Pangs

The September equinox happened this morning.  Axis and orbit conspired to set things just right.  If only for a little while. You probably already knew this if you happen to have an ancient stone observatory in your backyard.  Like folks … Continue reading →

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Asteroid Day is a thing and it’s today

Posted on 06/30/2016 by I.M. Pangs

Today is Asteroid Day.  It’s only the second annual Asteroid Day, so I don’t feel that bad having it sneak up on me like this.  I have set five reminders on three different calendar apps just to make sure I … Continue reading →

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Flying Leap, take one and pass it on

Posted on 02/29/2016 by I.M. Pangs

Today is a day like any and every other day.  More or less.  It’s also a rare day, if that’s possible. Of course it’s possible.  Anything is possible when you’re making shit up. The calendar is made up.  It’s useful, … Continue reading →

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