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February 3, 2025Brief thoughts

Government “Efficiency”

I’m rather troubled to read about Governor Hochul’s interest in government efficiency. While the article in today’s Times Union notes that the […]

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February 1, 2025Colonie

Traffic on NY-155 in Colonie

The Times Union reported last week that a developer wants to build a 292-unit apartment complex on the property at the corner […]

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January 31, 2025I wanted to share

Photos

I don’t know that I would consider myself a photographer, even an amateur one, but I do enjoy photography, so I thought […]

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January 23, 2025January 23, 2025Social Media

My current approach to Meta Platforms

A patio table with grass in the background. On the table are a laptop with an screen full of writing, a flower pot, a bottle of gin, and a full martini glass.

This time around, rather than “storming out,” I plan to do what I can to “stand by the door, holding it open and letting in the cold air,” hopefully encouraging (and helping) as many people as possible to make their own exit as well.

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January 23, 2025January 23, 2025What I'm reading

Thoughts on Knife by Salman Rushdie

I just finished listening to the audiobook of Knife by Salman Rushdie, narrated by the author. It’s a memoir of sorts, sharing […]

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January 22, 2025Brief thoughts, In the news

Opening the State Office Campus

This would be good for state employees working on the office campus as well. Additional businesses within walking distance would improve their […]

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January 20, 2025January 21, 2025Upstate Culture

Cathedral in Bloom 2025

Yesterday afternoon, I had the privilege of visiting the Cathedral in Bloom at the Episcopal Cathedral of All Saints here in Albany. […]

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January 19, 2025January 19, 2025Cocktails, Upstate Culture

Cocktail: Àn Laochra

I enjoy celebrating local artisinally produced products. One of my favorites is a (relatively) new distillery called New Scotland Spirits. I’ve enjoyed […]

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January 18, 2025Brief thoughts, Jotting things down, Reflection

So much noise

I’m sitting in the breakfast area of a middle quality hotel, and the amount of noise is remarkable. I don’t mean the […]

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January 10, 2025January 10, 2025Upstate Culture

Nine Pin 26er: “Marmalade” [Video]

The 21st Nine Pin “26er” limited edition ciders: “Marmalade”

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