Monthly Archives: August 2009

A Typical Evening at thedude’s

Now that the in-laws have a 24″ iMac, life around here may never be the same.

Maw and Paw.

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Yet Another Amazing Illusion

http://blog.ted.com/2009/06/amazing_illusio.php

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A Cool Illusion

You already know I love Bad Astronomy Blog and optical illusions. Today I bring you both.

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Doubts about Famous Photo’s Authenticity

Falling soldier? I had always had doubts about the authenticity of this – one of the most famous photographs ever. Click on the image to read today’s NY Times story.

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Bird Fight!

The normal state of affairs as up to eight birds jostle for a seat on one of the two perches.

House sparrows compete for a seat at the table.

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IT Picnic, 2009

It’s my duty to shoot the IT group at our annual picnic. I’m quite pleased with this one.

The hard-working Affymetrix IT group.

I had planned to PhotoShop myself into the scene, but no matter how I try, I always come out looking like a cardboard cutout. Next year I’ll bring a tripod. :)

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