December 2008
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November 2008
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I thought Stanford would give Cal a run for their money but it didn’t...
– Nana, via email
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Four-star face-off →
Michael Mina and Douglas Keane face off over Thanksgiving Dinner. Spoiler: Healdsburg wins.
An Interview with Chris Onstad - The New Yorker... →
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How to take a shorter shower →
Now I just need a foolproof method to avoid always being late for the Apple shuttle…
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Remindr →
So simple, so useful. Very nicely done.
Update: Their SMS updates don’t appear to actually work. Too bad.
Larry Lessig - How creativity is being strangled by the law (via TED talks)
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Clown vs. Mime Smackdown on The Streets of San... →
I despise hipsters and their ironic antics as much as the next guy… but I’ll admit, this is pretty funny.
Curry is a comfort food. It is an energy food, a power food, a guilty pleasure.
– Currying Favor
Why Canada's Banks Don't Need Help - TIME →
Shout out to all of my Canadian brothers. Much respect to your sound banking system.
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Visiting the new California Academy of Sciences
The California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park was a fixture of my childhood. So many indelible memories, countless family outings, and a lifelong inspiration to discover, question and explore.
After a multi-year remodeling project, the academy opened back up on September 27, 2008. Luckily, my mom is a charter member, so we were able to visit two weeks early and check things out before...
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The Test →
Great commentary on two huge challenges, and opportunities, that will be presented to President Obama.
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Pixar just released a trailer for Up. Here’s a larger version.
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Obama: Getting a dog isn't easy →
Change.gov →
Here we go. Thanks to Tom for the link.
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Yes!
What a breathtaking moment. I am so proud of my country.