Houston Pride 2009
June 27, 2009 Why Pride?…Why June? Back in 1969, on a hot June evening in New York, police raided a gay bar called the Stonewall Inn. During that time in American history, it was typical for the police to conduct “fag-bar” raids. Patrons usually took the abuse, but on June 27, 1969 the queens at Stonewall had enough. To the surprise of the police, they fought back. What became known as... [Read more]
Snip and Tuck
June 25, 2009 Poor Tucker was “fixed” this week. Ruben took him to the veterinarian, and the deed was done. Until the incision completely heals, Tucker has to wear the “cone of shame”. ———————————————————————————————————— I... [Read more]
90 Years, Family, Geocaching and Kite Photography
June 20, 2009 The day before Father’s Day, I drove to central Texas to spend a busy Saturday with my family. The first event of the day was a birthday celebration held in Hillsboro for my Great-Aunt, Josie. Soon afterward, my parents and I explored the area around Hillsboro while hunting geocaches. I’m glad my parents enjoy this hobby as much as I do. It’s become a tradition of ours. ... [Read more]
Value Your Vision
June 17, 2009 The image above looks like a cross-section of the lunar surface, but it’s actually a 3D scan of the back of my eye. In the middle of the week, I visited my retinal specialist for another follow-up exam. Last year, I had laser surgery to fix/seal a vessel that was causing fluid to build up behind the back of my retina. This condition is called Central Serous Retinopathy. Apparently,... [Read more]
What’s Going On?
June 15, 2009 When Elsa Murano became president of Texas A&M on January 3, 2008 she became the first female, the first Hispanic-American, and the first person under the age of 50 to serve in the position. This was both a historic and (for many) a surprising decision by the Chancelor and the Board of Regents….but her time in the position was cut short. After receiving a poor performance... [Read more]
The Viz Virus
Stop the Flu June 11, 2009 When the recent swine-flu pandemic became big news, I believed everyone started overreacting. The university canceled all business travel to Mexico, and most public areas on campus were plastered with flu-prevention propaganda. ———————————————————————————————————— Lab... [Read more]
Jasper was the BEST dog
June 6, 2009 “Dogs’ lives are too short. Their only fault, really.” - Carlotta Monterey O’Neill Late Friday evening, my dog, Jasper began acting very lethargic. Ruben and I had never seen him so “out of it” before. As the night progressed his breathing become more and more labored. We made him as comfortable as we could, hoping whatever was wrong with... [Read more]
Art Step
June 5, 2009 The first Friday in June marked another art-event in Downtown Bryan. Mike and Tom invited Ruben and me to join them and a small group of friends for dinner, and an evening of art and live music. We had an enjoyable evening exploring all the newly renovated areas of downtown There was plenty of live music, art, crafts and people. I’d have to say this was the best Art Step so far. Click... [Read more]
