Science Writing

I have just finished my second writing assignment for the NASA Spitzer Space Telescope project.  I feel great that I am actually getting paid to explain complicated topics, eliminate jargon, and think about science!  Now, all I have to do is find a way to write for Philosophy Now magazine.  Hmmmm....

New Lamy Safari

Today, I bought a new Lamy Safari.  It is blue, and has a medium nib.  I am learning that I prefer medium and broad nibs to fine nibs: they glide more easily over paper, and, in general, make for a more pleasant writing experience.  Now, I want to replace the fine nib in my first Safari with a medium or broad.  That will be my next project.

Hooray for Susan Boyle!

That's all I have to say.

Sailor Fountain Pens

I found a store in San Francisco that sells Sailor fountain pens.  I read on at least one blog that the write very smoothly, and that's a quality I like a lot.  So, now I want to go back, and ask the salespeople if I can try one.  Mmmmmm: fountain pens....

On the Hunt!

I am now officially on the hunt for a one-volume astronomy dictionary!  I would like a handy reference book for my freelance work, and, well, I guess I prefer leafing through a physical book to researching topics on the internet.  (Also, I'll jump at any chance to buy a new book.)  I already have one recommendation, but if anyone else has any, please let me know.  

After Dark at the Exploratorium

I just got back from the Exploratorium's first After Dark event, which featured D.J. Scientific and avant-garde violinist DBR.  I really liked the mix of violin and house beats: it kind of reminded me of the pleasant sound of monks chanting over a background of techno music.  That combination seems to balance very well.  

Pooped

I feel very tired today, and I'm not sure why. Maybe I should cheer myself up by getting a new fountain pen. I think I would like to try a Lamy Safari with a medium or broad nib. Well, maybe I'll just save up for one.