Monthly Archives: December 2008

Battle for the Sphere is done!

Posted on December 12, 2008 by sbrandt

I’ve been working on a science fiction novel for about 2 years now titled “Battle for the Sphere.” Yesterday’s snow day was the impetus I needed to dig in and finish the second pass at editing. I’m sure there are … Continue reading →

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Cajun Snowman

Posted on December 11, 2008 by sbrandt

Global warming took a holiday today in Baton Rouge. We awoke to a major blizzard, and being the Northerners we are, we immediately went out and constructed a snowman and engaged in battle with snowballs. We then came in and … Continue reading →

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Hands-free Cell vs. Talking to a Passenger

Posted on December 6, 2008 by sbrandt

One often sees studies claiming that even talking on a hands-free cell phone impairs driving. The next logical question one asks is whether talking to a passenger presents the same problem. The answer, apparently, is no, and there’s a study … Continue reading →

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