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About AZAtheist

Retired--Researcher, Developer, Program Manager, Arizona Regional Director--American Atheists, Organizer--Tucson Atheists, Organizer--Skeptics of Tucson

It’s Never Too Early for Halloween!

Posted on September 9, 2017 by AZAtheist

In summary, I get frustrated with expensive household appliances (1, 2, 3); I love being a Maker; I hate litter(2); I’m not fond of Trump (1,2); I support the International Aerial Robotics Competition (1,2); I love Camp Quest (1,2,3,4…); Most … Continue reading →

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There are Days (Follow Up)

Posted on September 8, 2017 by AZAtheist

It’s been a couple of weeks since my Sears refrigerator has been repaired. Apparently, it’s going to work for a while. I bought a gauge from Walmart that is designed to display the temperature of a remote sensor along with … Continue reading →

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Labor Day 2017

Posted on September 4, 2017 by AZAtheist

Today is Labor Day. It is the traditional end of summer and a chance to escape from reality, apparently. In Atlanta Georgia people attend Dragon Con and dress up in fictional characters. Then there is Burning Man. It is near … Continue reading →

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The Mother of All Bad Ideas

Posted on September 1, 2017 by AZAtheist

I took a stroll out on my favorite path yesterday. In an effort to keep myself fit (and sane) I try and walk four miles per day. Lately, I’ve settled on a path that runs around the whole of Tucson. … Continue reading →

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Halloween Prep: Sorbet to Cleanse the Palate

Posted on August 30, 2017 by AZAtheist

It’s back to the workshop and I couldn’t be happier. Years ago right after retirement, I drew up plans for a workshop. It is 12 x 24 feet, attached to the house, and finished so that it matches complete with … Continue reading →

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A Day That Will Live in Insanity

Posted on August 29, 2017 by AZAtheist

We are indeed living in “interesting times!” The President pardoned Sheriff Arpaio. The sheriff now says that his political career isn’t over. Apparently, we’ll have more opportunities to see this xenophobic, sadist violate human rights, oh goody. Lest we not … Continue reading →

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OK, Life is Chill—For a While

Posted on August 16, 2017 by AZAtheist

Normalcy returns. Yesterday, the Sears repair technician came to the house with a new compressor for my Kenmore Elite (LG) refrigerator. He left a mere 3 hours later and my behemoth stainless steel kitchen decoration has the potential once again … Continue reading →

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There Are Days—Don’t Buy Sears or LG Refrigerators

Posted on August 10, 2017 by AZAtheist

Generally, my life is great and I really don’t have much to complain about. However, my contentment seems overly fragile at times. Today, I’m between big events and commitments. It’s a great time to binge watch TV and expand the … Continue reading →

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2017 International Aerial Robotics Competition

Posted on July 29, 2017 by AZAtheist

While every team that enters is a winner, no one came close to completing the mission this year at the American venue. Continue reading →

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Another Day in the Life—In Tucson

Posted on July 20, 2017 by AZAtheist

I was surprised by a Road Runner this afternoon when I started my four mile walk. The plucky little bird captured a small lizard and wandered off down the road. It was cool. The Road Runner is an interesting creature. … Continue reading →

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