View From the Bushes

Imagine my surprise when I discovered that today's entry will be my 500th. You would think I would do something special; that would be a mistake. I figure that just sharing my wisdom is special enough. I guess the only problem is that out of 500 enteries I've probably said something wise only one or maybe two times, and my guess is that no one has the patience to wade through all that crap for one semi-precious stone. Still, if I may be a little bit self-congragulatory, even if it is crap, 500 enteries represents a lot of shoveling.

I got back from my trip yesterday. I definitely did not escape unscathed. Most noticably, my large billboard-like forehead is sunburned. It's my own fault. I am a very haphazard applier of sunscreen: I'll slap some on, but I don't have anywhere near the dedication it takes to make sure I cover every exposed part, and as a result my upper forehead, the sides of both arms and my wrists got pretty badly burned. As a side benefit (not for me) I have been the source of constant entertainment for all of my co-workers since I returned.

Finally, it's once again time to talk about nuclear power and the environment. Technology Review has an article by someone predicting that the environmental movement will reverse its views in four major areas: population growth, urbani­zation, genetically engineered organisms, and nuclear power. I've long opined much the same thing about nuclear power though I was never bold enough to say the same thing about the other three. It's an interesting read and dove-tails nicely should you be forced to read "State of Fear" by Crichton.

Carpe Diem Quam Minimum Credula Postero
Ross