Category Archives: In Memoriam

RIP: Robert Jordan

Posted on September 18, 2007 by Rory

I didn’t read his work as much as my wife has … I think it very unlikely that the 12th and final book in the Wheels of Time series will be finished now. Rumor was that this could have been … Continue reading →

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Lost my grandmother

Posted on June 16, 2007 by Rory

It’s times like these where things are brought into very sharp, clear focus. I’m likely not going to blog for awhile as family matters will be taking up most of my time. Today I lost my grandmother (who just passed … Continue reading →

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Sad Day: Lost a real teacher for us science buffs

Posted on June 13, 2007 by Rory

Just heard on the radio [NPR] that Don Herbert died last night. He was 89. I remember watching him on Mr. Wizard’s World – in reruns – and absolutely loved it.  I came to love his approach of asking questions … Continue reading →

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