"Or you have the means to purchase a steam powered boot polisher.
We actually have a fine cobbler in our village, who does very nice job, but I confess my Yankee frugality forces me to polish our shoes myself."
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Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. replied to Noah Meernaum's discussion Reactions and phrases to appearing in public well dressedAthene Radcliffe, Ph.D. commented on Miss Sadie Belle's video
Poisoning Pigeons In The Park
"I grew up listening to Tom Lehrer. Thank you for the presentation.
In view of recent events, it may be time to do a SP "Vatican Rag""
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. replied to Clockwork Rabbit's discussion My Steampunk finds in the Young Adult section of the library"My son couldn't make it through a chapter book until I handed him Scott Westerfeld's Leviathan in 4th grade. The steampunk adventure theme and engaging illustrations pulled him right into the book. He then eagerly read each sequel as…"
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. replied to Noah Meernaum's discussion Reactions and phrases to appearing in public well dressed"Whilst banging your head, please do not dislodge the lichen, it is part of the collection."
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. replied to Noah Meernaum's discussion Reactions and phrases to appearing in public well dressed"Incidentally, in addition to bunnies in waist coats and hedgehogs in mob caps, Beatrix Potter painted lovely fungi."
"Interesting little community you are from, Doctor. I grew up in Baltimore myself...quite a number of years ago. Ah! The 50s...Happy Days..."
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. commented on Dr. Sebastian Von Pendulcog's photo
Naysyers
"And it's No, Nay, never, No, nay never no more Will I play the wild rover, No never no more"
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. replied to Boston Sprockettes's discussion Steampunk ways to die"Having waist length hair, I was volunteered at the Toronto Museum of Science to be the guinea pig in the Van de Graaff generator demonstration. As it happens, my hair was to heavy to form a static sphere around my head, instead it spread…"
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. replied to Aloysius Fox's discussion New Citizens of the Empire"I somehow failed to parse one sentence correctly and came up with a charming image of crocheted book cozies.
Felicitations on your upcoming nuptials and welcome to the Empire."
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"But what is the color of mermaid flesh?"
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. commented on Foggy von Llama's photo
Ray Gun Attenuator
"Just don't attempt to board a plane with it, the TSA might look askance at it ;>)"
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"How about Mannheim Steamroller?"
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. commented on Prof. Fulbright T. Moone's group The Society for the Advancement of the Steamtopian Ideal (SASI)"If anyone is looking for a project; the Columbia Goodwill on Snowden River Pkwy has a circa 1900 pump organ for $200. It is about the size of a small console piano in light oak with some nice turned do-dads. Don't know if it works…"
Athene Radcliffe, Ph.D. commented on Dr! Jarvis Donovan Whitecastle's group Baltimore Washington Steampunker's Society"If anyone is looking for a project; the Columbia Goodwill on Snowden River Pkwy has a circa 1900 pump organ for $200. It is about the size of a small console piano in light oak with some nice turned do-dads. Don't know if it works…"
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- Professor of Natural Philosophy. Current research project; exploring the temporal discontinuity between by front door and my vehicle, which routinely causes us to lose 5 to 15 minutes on any expedition.
A family story was that my impractical inventor grandfather (who passed away in the late 40's) invented a moving sign for blimps. I did a patent search and discovered he actually did hold patents for complicated light up signs in the 30's! No wonder I have such an affiity for lighter than air craft, (& overly complicated projects).
I believe I have found another piece in the puzzle of my grandfather, the eccentric inventor.
"Post-WWII, Goodyear purchased and converted six K-class airships including K-28, along with seven L-class airships, from the Government to resume its fleet operations. Renamed the "Puritan," it became the prototype to test a programmable light display system to be used to display advertising." -collection of the New England Air Museum
Comment Wall (9 comments)
- At 10:37pm on January 23, 2013,
Professor Beauregard Diggs said…
Interesting little community you are from, Doctor. I grew up in Baltimore myself...quite a number of years ago. Ah! The 50s...Happy Days...
- At 6:41am on August 20, 2012,
Cap'n Tony said…
Thanks for the Excambrian link. She's a beaut! Been meaning to visit the NEAM for years now. Next time we visit my wife's parents in Boston, maybe...
- At 6:00pm on November 22, 2011,
Lady Thriller said…
I honestly have no idea where Columbia,MD is. Anything beyond like Rockville/Kensington,Bmore or Frederick...I have no clue.
Well my daughter is 3 so Im just starting to throw around the idea of taking her to outings with me. In fact,I have already book marked "summer outfits" for her on etsy.com. I just need to find the proper shoes and probably learn how to make spats for her. I want her dresses in very proper Victorian...haha.
Hope this finds you well!
- At 9:00pm on July 19, 2011,
Rt Rev.Hammer, Archimandrite said… - The matter of your participation is a gift unto itself to the world and made it a brighter, lovelier place for all!! Thank you all so much!!
- At 7:08am on July 10, 2011, Rt Rev.Hammer, Archimandrite said…
My Dear Doctor,
Might we have a photograph of said glorious event? Thank you of your participation and we hope that all went well~!
- At 4:41pm on July 5, 2011,
Captain Denvo Pryde said… - Happy birthday, I am stuck between dimensions hopefully your day is full of fun and excitement.
- At 9:06am on July 5, 2011,
Jolly Roger said… - Happy day, on this the anniversary of your birth Professor;)
- At 6:21pm on June 24, 2011,
Professor Argon Bats said… - Thank you for the comment! Yes, the mushrooms are meringue. Very fun to make!
- At 4:57pm on June 18, 2011, Captain Denvo Pryde said…
- Welcome to the Empire Hope you enjoy your stay.
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