Made the annual visit to Stratford last weekend, for As You Like It and their flagship production, The Tempest. 
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 Four days off work. Thanks, Your Majesty. And happy birthday.  
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 Ah, that face.

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My friend uuthrunthru  sent me this. Includes all your favourites: Richard Feynman, Carl Sagan, Bill Nye, and others. And it has a great beat.

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"Who wants flowers when you're dead? Nobody."


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In case you're looking for a reliable agency to donate through, this might be a good option. Canadian residents can donate by mail, phone, or online with a credit card. 
"Until February 12, 2010, the Canadian government will match individual donations made to Haiti relief efforts."

Shortest day of the year, and longest night. It's all uphill from here.

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( Concerning the Climate Change Conference. Others can move on. Nothing to see here. )

This may not qualify as baking, but it's one I've actually made myself. You can put them in a nice container as a minimal gift.

Candied Espresso Walnuts
Nonstick oil spray
2/3 cup sugar
2 Tablespoons finely ground espresso coffee beans
1 Tablespoon instant espresso powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
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