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A Veggie Revelation: Don’t Store Onions and Potatoes Together!

A close-up of a wooden kitchen countertop with a bunch of onions and a bunch of potatoes placed separately. The onions are on one side and the potatoes on the other, with a clear gap between them. The scene is well-lit with natural light coming from a nearby window, highlighting the textures and colors of the vegetables. In the background, there's a hint of a cozy kitchen setting with a rustic feel.

A Veggie Revelation: Don’t Store Onions and Potatoes Together!

larry May 13, 2024

By Larry Billinger So, there I was, getting ready for work one morning, listening to the radio....

Satellite Sleuths: GPS Challenge #40

Satellite Sleuths: GPS Challenge #40

larry May 13, 2024

By Larry Billinger Step into the arena for “Satellite Sleuths: GPS Challenge #40,” where precision and speed...

The Nautical Origins of Everyday Phrases

A vibrant, full-frame 16:9 illustration of a bustling pirate ship scene, featuring multiple cartoonish sailors, including an old sailor with a white beard in a traditional outfit at the helm. The ship is navigating choppy seas, with sailors performing various tasks like hoisting sails, shouting orders, and swabbing the deck. The pirate ship's sails are fully visible, billowing in the wind, with a Jolly Roger flag flying prominently. The scene is filled with action, color, and humor, capturing the essence of a lively nautical adventure, without borders or color bars.

The Nautical Origins of Everyday Phrases

larry May 12, 2024

By Larry Billinger The other day at work, someone mentioned “showing someone the ropes,” sparking a curiosity...

The Dots and Dashes of Morse Code: A Timeless Messaging System

A historical illustration showing an old-fashioned telegraph operator sending Morse code messages at a telegraph station in the mid-19th century. The room is filled with equipment like a telegraph key, wires, and a Morse code chart on the wall. The operator, wearing period clothing, is focused and intently working at the telegraph machine. The style should resemble a vintage 19th-century drawing, conveying the atmosphere of the era.

The Dots and Dashes of Morse Code: A Timeless Messaging System

larry May 8, 2024

By Larry Billinger The Birth of Morse Code: A Revolutionary System In the 1830s, Samuel Morse and...

Biblical vs. Cultural Visions of Heaven Illustration representing heaven as described in the Bible, featuring the New Jerusalem with radiant golden streets, gates made of pearls, and a sense of divine peace and fulfillment. People are joyfully walking together in harmony, surrounded by trees and flowing waters. The whole scene is illuminated by the bright, glorious presence of God, shining with purity and radiance.

Illustration representing heaven as described in the Bible, featuring the New Jerusalem with radiant golden streets, gates made of pearls, and a sense of divine peace and fulfillment. People are joyfully walking together in harmony, surrounded by trees and flowing waters. The whole scene is illuminated by the bright, glorious presence of God, shining with purity and radiance.

Biblical vs. Cultural Visions of Heaven

larry May 6, 2024

By Larry Billinger Biblical Context Paul writes about being “caught up to the third heaven” and even...

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Satellite Sleuths: GPS Challenge #39

larry May 6, 2024

By Larry Billinger Join us for “Satellite Sleuths: GPS Challenge #39,” where the competition remains fierce under...

Crafting a Legend for Tourism: The Strategic Plan For Salina’s Prairie Nightcrawler

A giant armadillo-like creature called the Prairie Nightcrawler on the Kansas prairies at night, meeting specific traits. The creature is sleek, medium-sized, with a reflective, shimmering coat that makes it blend into the tall grass under moonlight, resembling an oversized armadillo. It emits haunting calls that mimic the wind. The scene is set near a natural water source with dense underbrush, where it typically makes its home. The full moon casts a light that reveals its silhouette against the prairie sky, creating a mystical and eerie atmosphere. The image is in a 16:9 format.

Crafting a Legend for Tourism: The Strategic Plan For Salina’s Prairie Nightcrawler

larry April 30, 2024

By Larry Billinger In a world where unique attractions draw millions of visitors annually, Salina, Kansas, is...

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Satellite Sleuths: GPS Challenge #38

larry April 17, 2024

By Larry Billinger Welcome to a refreshed format of “Satellite Sleuths: GPS Challenge #38.” With an exciting...

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Satellite Sleuths: GPS Challenge #37

larry April 17, 2024

By Larry Billinger Gear up for “Satellite Sleuths: GPS Challenge #37,” where your mastery of geography and...

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The Race for the Sky: The Tale of Beijing and the Global Airport Hierarchy

larry April 16, 2024

By Larry Billinger When my plane first descended into Beijing Capital International Airport (BCIA) in 2003, it...