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“I Have A Question.”

Posted on March 4, 2008 by Josh

In answering the phone at the library reference desk, I’ve noticed a couple funny trends – funny to me, anyway: When I answer the phone, I state that it’s the library reference desk, followed by “this is Josh.” This almost … Continue reading →

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The Cellphone Plague

Posted on February 28, 2008 by Josh

You know, generally speaking, I like technology. I really do. I’m not sure how I’d get along without a computer and internet access, but I know I wouldn’t like it very much, at least not until I had gone through … Continue reading →

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Why Are These People “Following” Me?

Posted on January 6, 2008 by Josh

There are so many of them, if the activity weren’t so common, I’d be scared. I’m talking about people “following” me on Twitter. I’ve just logged in and posted a twitter (I can’t bring myself to call them tweets), the … Continue reading →

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What makes an “educated person” educated?

Posted on November 9, 2007 by Josh

When you hear or read the expression “educated person,” what comes to mind? Someone who is well read? Someone who is capable of writing tight, meaningful prose? Someone who knows how to change the carburetor in your car? When I … Continue reading →

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Why lie when the truth will do just fine?

Posted on September 26, 2007 by Josh

Earlier this month, I placed an order for a used book, New French with Ease, from an “Authorized Seller” via Barnes and Noble (bn.com). Little did I know that this order would set into motion a month full of waiting … Continue reading →

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