I am excited!

…researchers found that something as simple as telling yourself “I am excited” or, “These heightened sensations are my body and mind getting ready to execute,” is effective.I don’t really get that nervous about things anymore, but I’m eager...

Flippin’ terrifying

Canadian surgeons are urging people to throw out wire-bristled barbecue brushes, because none of them have figured out a surefire way of removing the wires when they get stuck in people’s throats. – via CBC News

Organic foods

I wrote last month about our increased efforts to buy organic foods. Erin and I have thought about it more, I’ve done additional research, and we’ve reached these conclusions. First, we’re finished with non-organic fruits and vegetables except for...

Local foods

I’ve recently gotten religion about buying locally. I’ve long given a preferential eye to locally-made items, but Oregon’s woeful economic times have provided an extra impetus and incentive for scouring the store shelves for local products. I’m...