But first- Published on November 12, 2024November 10, 2024 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com The two-step problem We identify a major block to productivity. Read More
Turning off the pumps Published on October 29, 2024October 28, 2024 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com Cooling unplugged There are alternatives to the ubiquitous air conditioner. Read More
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Breadcrumbs Published on March 5, 2024March 4, 2024 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com Not even suggestions Our tutor’s activities sometimes depart from the syllabus. Read More
What is success? Published on May 2, 2023May 1, 2023 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com Local definitions How you answer the question depends upon where you are. Read More
The Odyssey Published on February 21, 2023February 20, 2023 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com What is it? How do you evaluate the standard? Read More
One’s own sky Published on June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com The kitchen as sundial We notice that calibrated instruments are not always necessary. Read More
Fresh-ground Published on April 26, 2022April 25, 2022 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com Far and near Technology and economics, fruit and spices, and a nutmeg-grater. Read More
Windowsill Tai Chi Published on October 6, 2020October 6, 2020 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com Another way of looking Our photographer explores one of the changes brought about by the virus. Read More