Month: January 2009
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Delaware Bay Update
A decade ago the Delaware Bay was a mess of pollution despite the tightening of laws and an increased public awareness of the importance of preserving our natural resources. Predictions of the death of the commercial fishing and shellfish industries were widely accepted. Articles like http://www.delawareriverkeeper.org/factsheets/delaware.html had a decidedly pessimistic tone. Over the past…
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Social activism and the art of parenting
Social activism is a right to be cherished, encouraged and exercised freely regardless of the underlying cause or point of protest. Like any parent, I’ve learned that lecturing is not an effective communication tool with my children; it is tiresome for all of us and can damage a parenting relationship. I do allow myself one exception, however,…
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Ninja Barista
I came across this fascinating new term in a press release for a coffee shop (emphasis added). Mt. Airy First Friday, Jan 2nd When: Friday, Jan 2nd, 7-9p Where: 7133 Germantown Avenue, Mt. Airy InFusion Coffee and Tea hosts a gallery opening and artists reception for our own Ninja Barista, painter & illustrator,…