Brought to you by our friends in the AI world. Happy Pi Day! Pythagoros: The Wise Mathematician, Keeper of the Sacred Circle Circumfera: Goddess of Infinite Circles and Cycles Arcus: God of Arcs and Curves, Master of Elegance Fractalia: Goddess of Fractals and Chaos Theory Ellipticus: God of Ellipses and Cosmic Harmony Decimalia: Goddess of […]
“Wars don’t start with explosions. They start with silence.” 20 Days in Mariupol 20 Days in Mariupol 20 Days in Mariupol is a documentary film by the AP and Frontline. A very brave film crew hears rumors of war, and heads over to Mariupol. “We pulled into Mariupol at 3:30 a.m. The war started an […]
We do not shy away from controversy: Gents – I submit a 2 part commentary, since some of us will not want to listen to the second part of this rant and they can drop off after Item 1. But I feel the need to be transparent about my serious views about condiments since this […]
Gentleblotts – alluding to the brilliant film ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ , I must introduce an important discussion of our breakfast habits as we embark on our twine tour. In my experience, there are very personal preferences on the first meal of the day. I welcome input. 1 – no breakfast. My spousal unit does not want to […]
#1 Lodoicea Q: Where might we find the Coco De Mer? A: The Seychelles. #2: Mora Oleifera The “Sweet Potato of the Skies” (we just made that up). Species abstract Mora oleifera is a coastal tree of limited distribution in Panama and Colombia. An example specific area of occurrence is the Gulf of Panama mangroves […]
UC#1 has an influx of twine. Apparently this happens every spring. The twine appears to be sentient, and WLBOTT is attempting to establish diplomatic relations. Is this where Ramen comes from? Ramen Under the Microscope Twine Antennea We may also have an antenna sighting. Semi-Sequitur: Antennea Some claim insects evolved from prehistoric crustaceans, and they […]
What a day for Celebration! Anniversary of the Birth of UC#2 Anniversary of the Coronation of King Oscar I of Norway and Sweden On this day in 1844, King Oscar I ascended to the thrones of Norway and Sweden. He is the father of King Oscar II, of the sardine fame. BERGEN – November 24, […]
Yesterday’s BLOTT, about the childhood of Joan of Arc and the prominence of the Fairy Tree in her childhood, led the WLBOTT historical archives team to wonder: Just how bad-ass were fairies during the middle ages? These were not Tinker Bells[1], by any means. They could be pretty mischievous and sometimes wicked. Probably one of […]
Joan of Arc (1412-1431) is one of the most fascinating historical figures. Short BiographyJeanne d’Arc was a peasant girl who became a national heroine and the patron saint of France. At a crucial period of the Hundred Years’War, she led the French resistance to English invaders and turned the tide of the war. A mystic […]
[ed. note: This is part of our fantasy dinner series] Folks – Here is nothing exotic but sourced the best ingredients. Have put cost on pricier items below. Serves 6. Total cost $529 plus heart and cholesterol meds. Sourced and prices from HEB Central Market Houston. Menu: USDA Prime Beef Tenderloin just seasoned with salt […]