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Kristallnacht…Remembered

“On November 9, 1938, the Nazis unleashed a wave of pogroms against Germany’s Jews. In the space of a few hours, thousands of synagogues and Jewish businesses and homes were damaged or destroyed. This event came to be called Kristallnacht (”Night of Broken Glass”) for the shattered store windowpanes that carpeted German streets.” For more information on the Kristallnacht, and the violence that occurred, visit The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.

May all the Jews who perished be Resting in Peace. May all the Jewish Survivors still living…be at peace. May all the Jewish Survivors who have since died…be Resting in Peace.

Doris Lessing Wins Nobel Prize for Literature!

Doris Lessing won the Nobel Prize for Literature on Thursday October 11, 2007. The announcement shocked and stunned many. The 87-year old author (11 days short of her 88th birthday) is the oldest author to ever receive the Prize.

She is the author of many works, including The Golden Notebook. Her often brutal character depictions portray women caught up in emotional devoid situations, and caught up in the double standards of the time period. She is unafraid to pen what others might only think, yet they cannot or are fearful to write or speak.

From science fiction to novels filled with turmoil, emotional pain, injustice and discontent, much of Lessing’s work is based on her experiences during her childhood in Africa. Her work is often perceived to be controversial, mystical, and is often filled with fantasy undertones. She wrote on the subject of feminism, before the feminism movement became the political force it is. The Golden Notebook is an example of that.

She currently resides in London, and has lived in various cities throughout the world.

In my opinion, this is long overdue. Congratulations to Doris Lessing, a masterful story teller, a woman whose writings are brilliant in their depictions!

Bee Virus - Colony Collapse Disorder

Scientists believe a virus has been destroying bee colonies.  Colony Collapse Disorder is being linked to the problem which has affected honey bee colonies across the nation, and even worldwide.  In this disorder, the bee colonies lose all of their worker bees due to the virus.

Photo Sweetness

Why not check out the two latest Nikon digital SLR releases. One is the D3. The other is the D300. They look like photo sweetness, but of course, I haven’t tested them or bought one, or personally know of anyone who has.
Look at this for a D3 preview.

Scooter - “Holy Cow”

Phil Rizzuto, beloved Yankee shortstop and baseball great died Monday night in West Orange, New Jersey. He was 89 years old. He was the oldest living player in the Baseball Hall of Fame.

“Holy Cow”…

Thank you for the amazing seasons and wonderful memories, Scooter. Rest in Peace…