Monthly Archives: December 2013

Bad inventions: The purring electric blanket

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Liz Henry

This terrible invention fits well into my usual purview, cat-related ridiculousness — like dead mouse cat treats, sugar cereal themed cat litter, and of course the ever-popular Catula. Instead of horrible genetically engineered “bed dogs” that are like animal exploitationy … Continue reading →

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Robot angst

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Liz Henry

Hanging out today talking about Google’s acquisition of Boston Dynamics me and Adina and Danny were thinking of what they might be used for that isn’t scary-creepy military combat or warzone bots. Here’s a few! Disaster relief and emergency rescue. … Continue reading →

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More time spent in bed, with books

Posted on December 9, 2013 by Liz Henry

I am still suffering from Mystery Abdominal Pain and severe nausea. I spent a couple of days in the hospital which helped me get hydrated and have a bit more pain control. This week I’m having more diagnostic tests, resting … Continue reading →

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Updates from the polar regions

Posted on December 1, 2013 by Liz Henry

It’s been a while! I went off to the 40th anniversary celebration of the Center of the Study of Women in Society at which a bunch of feminist science fiction writers and critics were nucleating around some of our fabulous … Continue reading →

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