When MIT Lets the Wind Decide MIT sailing on the Charles River There they were on the Charles River… little red sails carrying three very familiar letters: MIT. I couldn't help smiling. Somewhere behind those sails is an institution associated with equations, algorithms, engineering, artificial intelligence and people clever enough to understand things I have … Continue reading America, One Moment at a Time — #5
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America, One Moment at a Time — #4
Boston and the Seagull Boston across the water A few days ago, Red Rock Park had me looking at the American flags flying at half-staff and thinking about Dolly Parton. Today, I found myself looking across the same water at Boston. Boston was there, beautifully distant. Its skyline rising across the water. Looking rather impressive … Continue reading America, One Moment at a Time — #4
America, One Moment at a Time — #2
The Flags at Half-Staff I noticed the American flag flying at half-staff at Red Rock Park in Lynn. Later, I saw the same thing in other places as we drove around. I wondered why. It was in honour of Dolly Parton, who died this week at the age of 80. There was something moving about … Continue reading America, One Moment at a Time — #2
America, One Moment at a Time — #1
5:55 — The Dawn Show Hallelujah! At five fifty-five,The sky seemed determined to come alive.With the sun in full flame,It outdid every frame…A masterpiece, simply pleased to arrive. And perhaps that is nature’s quiet way:It gives us its best, whether we look or look away.Some will pause, some will pass,Some will simply miss the class…Yet … Continue reading America, One Moment at a Time — #1
Seattle Came Home
Some things travel farther than we realise. My wife and I have just arrived in Boston to spend some time with our kids. We had been looking forward to this trip for a while. There are plans to visit several places, see some sights, eat some food and generally make the most of our time … Continue reading Seattle Came Home
