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Always a Working Light Bulb

Posted on September 2, 2020 by Barry Pomeroy

No one who has lived in the west and has observed the rampant consumerism and waste will be surprised by yet another example of still functioning goods thrown away, but when people learn about the light bulbs, many are still … Continue reading →

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The Dream of the Found Object

Posted on November 28, 2019 by Barry Pomeroy

When I told my friend that I have a recurring dream in which I find stuff, she found it endlessly funny. In the dream, I am usually in a rush to go somewhere, and that rush has an extra push … Continue reading →

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Animals in the Cities

Posted on March 4, 2017 by Barry Pomeroy

Most of our cities, however hostile to animal life, have some hardy species who survive and even thrive amongst us. Perhaps the cockroach, mice and rats come immediately to mind, and then after a moment’s reflection, the raccoon and squirrel, … Continue reading →

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