It’s Monday. Moreover, it’s the Monday after a holiday. I know all you all need a little something beautiful right now, so go over and watch the sunset at Suzanne’s: That’s just the first of many gorgeous images. Go on. Go enjoy. You’ve earned a beauty break.
Category Archive: bloggers
Nov 25 2010
Los Links
Bored on a holiday weekend, are ye? Had your fill of turkey, football, annoying relatives, Black Friday, all that rot? Well, that’s good, because I’ve got lots o’ interesting links I’ve been meaning to do something about but never managed to get round to blogging. Pour yourselves a glass of something tasty and hopefully strong, …
Nov 11 2010
England’s Libel Law is Liable to Bite Yer Arse
So do what Simon Singh says and sign the petition to reform it: This week is the first anniversary of the report Free Speech is Not for Sale, which highlighted the oppressive nature of English libel law. In short, the law is extremely hostile to writers, while being unreasonably friendly towards powerful corporations and individuals …
Oct 15 2010
Some Things of Especial Note
Whilst you’re waiting for me to get my arse in gear on the whole Discovery Park geo thing, here’s some lively links to keep you busy. Callan Bentley’s moving! He’ll be joining the new American Geophysical Union’s new blog consortium by the end of the month, so watch his space for directions to the new …
Oct 07 2010
Stuff Comes from Somewhere
Back before I distracted by the shiny new car and purchasing of same, our own George W. had a post up that really forced some thinking. And it’s all because he was up at 4 in the morning thinking about bolts: Where’s the nickel (which plates the bolt) mined? What’s the state of mine-safety technology? …
Sep 29 2010
Hey, Hoosiers!
There’s actually interesting natural history in Indiana. No, really! And David Orr’s out to prove it. His new blog, Under Indiana, has an ambitious mission: After I’d grown up a bit, I learned to appreciate my home state on its own terms. I think it’s a common experience for lovers of natural history: a deepening …
Sep 22 2010
Geo Linkfest!
Since I’m traipsing all over bits of Oregon with Lockwood and ye olde intrepid companion, I’m having to rely on other geobloggers to fill in the gaps. I’ll use any excuse so’s to have a chance to highlight some truly awesome geoblogging goodness. When you’re a professional geologist in western Washington, you can’t always depend …
Sep 19 2010
Geoblogosphere Samplings
Yes, yes, I know most of you have probably read these already, but these selections will be new to some of you, and that’s all the excuse I need. Brian Romans wrote up the geology of Point Reyes National Seashore, complete with lovely pictures. And for those who can never get enough pictures of sedimentary …
Sep 15 2010
Science Bloggers in Motion
Yes, again. Wired Science has launched a brand-new network, and for once in the new-science-blogging-network world, it actually includes geology! Our own Brian Romans, in fact. If you’re looking for your Clastic Detritus, they’ve got ‘im right here. And that’s not all they’ve got. Brian Switek finally found a loving home for Laelaps. Huzzah! They’ve …
Sep 11 2010
Strata to Make Your Heart Sing
I don’t go by Wayne Ranney’s blog as often as I should (and he doesn’t post nearly as often as I’d wish!), but when I do, I’m always treated to some of the most beautiful geological images available anywhere in the known universe. Let me give you a sample: This is from his rafting trip …
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