Tag Archives: NASA

Life on this Blue Marble

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Gandalfe

My mom mentioned, some time ago, that she likes my use of the title “Blue Marble” for the Earth so thought I’d share the derivation of the terminology. The Blue Marble is a famous photograph of the Earth, taken on … Continue reading →

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My ‘79 Trek Needs some serious road time

Posted on September 3, 2011 by Gandalfe

Since I started using a scooter to go to work, I have not ridden my Trek 710 10-speed very much. So this Labor Day I’m thinking of taking a spin down the fabulous Burke-Gilman trail. Starting in Redmond, it’s a … Continue reading →

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