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Barbeque invite

February 24, 2025 ~ theeducontrarian ~ Leave a comment

Imagine that you are at a summer barbeque. You arrived late and everyone has already drifted into their cliques. You grab some food and a drink, then linger, listening into the conversation happening before deciding which group to go and join. Over by the desserts is a group talking about people: you know the sort … Continue reading Barbeque invite

Upward and forever upward

February 1, 2025February 1, 2025 ~ theeducontrarian ~ Leave a comment

I've been thinking this week about the greatest mystery in mountain lore. On 8 June 1924, Edward Mallory and Sandy Irving were observed by telescope near the peak of Mount Everest, making their way to the summit to become the first people to reach the highest point on Earth. Clouds rolled in and obscured them … Continue reading Upward and forever upward

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