All the Pages Are My Days - the first 12 years
the (archived) online world of Mike Rodriquez 2002-2012
If you thought Easter came earlier than usual this year, you’re right. The last time Easter was celebrated this early was in 1913. And, don’t start planning for the next time Easter occurs this early in the year; it’s highly unlikely any of us will be around in 2160. So now you’re probably wondering if … Read more
We were looking through old photos last night, and I noticed that this one, of Uncle Rollin and Aunt Adelia, was taken 70 years ago in September of 1937. Looks like they were having fun; presumably the photographer jumped out of the way and wasn’t run over! The tower in the background is interesting. It … Read more
The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants. — Thomas Jefferson
Back when I was a kid we had nothing like modern weather radar systems to keep us informed about storms and heavy weather. As I recall, there was some trick involving tuning the TV (antenna, of course, no cable back then) to an unused channel; exactly how this was supposed to warn us of tornadoes … Read more
sigh. You know what I’m talking about. A challenge to my detractors: explain to me, in one simple sentence that speaks to specifics, not lofty ideals, what are our goals in Iraq, and answer specifically, how would you define victory in Iraq? If you can’t do that, then I would appreciate not being labeled a … Read more
Inspired by the reports of severe weather in the Dallas region today, I created a YouTube account, and uploaded a video I shot of a major wind storm as seen from Coronado Heights back in August 2005. Here’s a link to my original post about the storm, and here’s a link to the video, which … Read more
Happy 101st birthday to Dr. Albert Hofmann. I took this picture today and it brought to mind the reported visual effects caused by ingesting the good doctor’s accidental creation. Update: An interview with Dr. Hoffman on the occasion of his 100th birthday.
Update, 1 May 2007. Things are even worse one year later. It wasn’t funny a month ago and it definitely wasn’t true 3 years ago today. Today, we are so far from “Mission Accomplished” that no one sees a clear way out of the mess in Iraq. Let’s take a look at some of the … Read more
So begins one of my favorite early Dead songs, Alligator. I mention that because today is the 35th anniversary of one of the Grateful Dead’s more famous shows: 4/29/71, Live at the Fillmore East. One of my favorites, it’s a fun show, featuring the last-ever performed Alligator as well as a very strong We Bid … Read more
Do the following words ring true. On this 300th anniversary of the birth of one of our nation’s founding fathers, Ben Franklin, these words have more relevance to the future of our nation than perhaps at any other time since originally published. They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little safety deserve … Read more