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Alice Neel, "Snow in Vermont," 1975.*Beguiling grainy image of a pinecone mobile found on Pinterest; I can't determine the source, but I'd like to make one.*Garry Knox Bennett, "Granny Rietveld." Via Commune Design.*Ivor Cutler, "A Clock." Via stopping off place.*Snowy scene by Wanda Gág, captured by Claire Zarouhee Nereim. (I wish I could have seen the exhibit at the Whitney.)*Frances Palmer's bulbs.*It’s winter now, some months after the phoebes outside …

In After Capitalism, we acknowledge and do not under-estimate how clever the current system is at saving itself. Reform is often simply a way to deflect and buy time for existing system. My view is not to waste time and energy “fighting” that, but rather getting on with the longer-term goal of transformation. The post It’s Really Hard to Get Out of the Current System Straitjacket first appeared on Hinesight....for …

There is one cookie that reminds me of Dallas in the 1970s—a chewy oatmeal cookie laced with caramelized butterscotch chips. When I was young, a plate of these was seen... Source

Highlights I published the first chapter of my book and was happy with the reception. My attempt to hire a book cover designer flopped. I may have figured out how to support large files on PicoShare. Goal grades At the start of each month, I declare what I’d like to accomplish. Here’s how I did against those goals: Finish two chapters of Refactoring English Result: Finished one chapter and got …

Alright, simmer down, I know I’m not really a “CEO” because I don’t have a board of directors or a c-suite or anything like that, but “day in the life of an autistic freelance web developer turned LTD company managing director” as a title was just ridiculous. Work with me here guys. I’m writing this post because a) in my opinion, there’s not enough public representation of autistic folk just… …

Booking a tattoo appointment is so exciting as long as you don’t look at your bank statement first

Jimmy Carter is being universally honored since his death last week, and I find this revolting. The wrinkled-up do-gooder was a disgusting antisemite who at his core combined medieval antisemitism with new wave leftist hatred of the Jewish state. For decades Carter taught antisemitic bible lessons in his weekly Sunday school classes. He often broke out the old dishonest trope of how Jews were Christ-killers. The Jews never crucified anybody…that …

A look back at the 2024 highlights for the 11ty org and the Eleventy project!

Text of the day: “To be a scholar is to strike your finger on the page and say, ‘Thou ailest here, and here.’” (AEH in Tom Stoppard’s The Invention of Love) The post The Invention of Love appeared first on Aleks Sierz.

When it comes to outdoor layering, the midlayer is the unsung workhorse that truly makes or breaks your comfort. This piece bridges the gap between your base layer and outer shell. It provides warmth, breathability, and versatility. Whether hiking, climbing, or facing unpredictable weather, the right midlayer makes a difference. It can turn a miserable day into a great one. In this guide, we’ll highlight the best midlayers on the …

We’re very excited to be media partners with the truly unique online streaming platform and download store Qobuz. This month, the 20th of our monthly bespoke playlists, which take in all manner of genres and sub-genres, scenes and beyond, then and now, surveys the wealth of baroque-pop made in the UK and USA Play here or use the scrollable frame with tracklist the bottom of the page. You can sign …

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• 4-star hikes • 1 mile out-and-back • Easy | Gain 150 feet • Gorham, NH | White Mountains . Crystal Cascade viewed from the overlook. The Tuckerman Ravine Trail from Pinkham Notch is a popular route to the summit of Mount Washington, but you don't have to hike that far to find a spectacular view. Crystal Cascade is a two-tier waterfall that sends a picturesque torrent of whitewater down …

One of 2024's most popular bl.ag online posts was 'Getting Into It' by Lauren Kerbel. This profiled the journeys and experiences of different sign painters around the world, and this year she's added another five people to the list. Read on for their stories, and advice for those just starting out in the business.If your resolution for 2025 is to pick up the brush, and you feel inspired by the …