Monthly Archives: July 2023

Sunday Afternoon Potpourri: Nearing The Finish Line

Posted on July 30, 2023 by profmondo

… the finish line of the summer, that is. Mrs. M goes back to work on Tuesday, and I found out that due to a shortage of available faculty, my course release as chair is going to have to go … Continue reading →

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Fun Fact: Wasting Away to Enormous

Posted on July 25, 2023 by profmondo

I had a checkup today, and was pleased to discover that I’ve dropped 20 pounds since February. Don’t get me wrong — I’m still far heavier than I should be, but for the first time in about 20 years, I’m … Continue reading →

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Sunday Afternoon Potpourri: A New Year Approaches

Posted on July 23, 2023 by profmondo

I’m a little later than usual to my office this afternoon, because I spent a little time helping Mrs. M get her room ready for her new school year. She starts her year on 1 Aug, with the kids showing … Continue reading →

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Sunday Afternoon Potpourri: Split-Screen Edition

Posted on July 16, 2023 by profmondo

Mrs. M is visiting her mom up in Lost-in-the-Woods County, so I’m keeping an eye on things here in Mondoville. In this case, that takes the form of setting and resetting the central air system, because if I don’t do … Continue reading →

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Sunday Afternoon Potpourri: All-Star Break Edition

Posted on July 9, 2023 by profmondo

Technically, the break doesn’t start until the conclusion of today’s games, but you get the idea. *** Speaking of baseball, for the first time in quite a while, it’s an exciting time to be a Cincinnati Reds fan. After losing … Continue reading →

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Sunday Afternoon Potpourri: Surprise Edition

Posted on July 2, 2023 by profmondo

So three weeks, huh? Well, I guess so, but with two summer courses and three job searches going on, I guess I’ve been busy. I appreciate your indulgence. Meanwhile. . . *** I took the Blue Meanie to the dealership … Continue reading →

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