Think of It This Way

Well, we’ve had our few days of spring and are now into summer – it’s 82℉/28℃ here now and I’m sitting outside on my deck soaking it up. It’s supposed to stay this way for a few days – which is great because I’m going to my...

Auto Incorrect

Welcome to April everyone, and happy holidays to those who celebrate. I’m having a hectic week, so this may be posted later than usual, but don’t let that stop you from solving. Come to think of it, I hope you’re not reading this before you solve,...

Answer Me This

Greetings ClassiCanadian solvers! What would you ask a solar physicist? “Why does the sun shine?” And shining it has been – we’ve had a beautiful few days here and I hope you have as well. For the (questionable) answers to more questions about...

Common Sense

Well it’s officially spring and actually starting to feel like it. As a matter of fact, an ice cream truck just drove by as I am typing up this entry. Didn’t see any kids chasing after it, but I’m sure there will be before too long. While my ice...

The Play’s the Thing

OK – I’m a cool-weather person but if it’s not going to snow just bring on the warm weather already. I’ve got my garden to get started and lots of yard work to do, and it’s a lot more appealing to do that when it’s warming up. In...

That Changes Everything

Well March is coming in something like a lion this week – cool temperatures and breezy. Not a snowflake in sight, though, and I think our chances of a good snow this winter are rapidly diminishing. I am looking forward to more time sitting on my deck before it...