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The Art Institute of Chicago is welcoming people to send them mail art in the form of postcards. If you were to send some mail art to the Art Institute, what would you send?

Transforming large sculptures into two-dimensional photograms.

Do you keep a gardening notebook?

In an age of streaming singles, imagine a station that celebrates whole albums, providing insights between songs. It's a deep dive into the artistry behind the music. 📀🎧

NASCAR is teaming up with the Art Institute of Chicago to create a Georgia O’Keeffe-wrapped pace car at the 2024 Chicago Auto Show.

20 years ago I made a LEGO frame for my computer monitor. Should I do that again?

Making a "/now page" to share what I'm doing now.

Impactful scarves, choice dignity, clear intent with tiny cards. How scarf bombing blends art, warmth, and giving.

Loving the simplicity of life in chronological order, not through an algorithm.

The "Popular Psychology Creativity & Genius" category is worded a bit strange—or maybe it's just me.

Transform each new tab into a journey through the Thorne Miniature Rooms with my modified version of the Art Institute of Chicago's Chrome extension.

Did you know on MacOS if you press and hold down a character key, it gives you the alternate accents? From now on, i’m not using lol, I’m using löl It looks like a surprised person with his/her arms up…

Local squirrel confounded by tree's new 'horizontal living' choice. Neighbors report it's been dabbling in avant-garde landscaping.

National Squirrel Day is on Sunday, January 21st. Squirrel day in winter‽ It’s to remind us that food is scarce for squirrels in mid-winter. That’s pretty cool. Well, not that food is scarce, but that a squirrel day is set…

Just discovered the coolest thing for photography buffs like me 📸 Camera lens enamel pins! They're tiny, detailed, and oh-so-collectible.

Just discovered a live webcam of the Northern Lights from Finland, which is now part of my nine favorite live webcams

Do you like the mysterious vibe or the detailed HDR version?

Ever wondered what the quiet of snowfall sounds like? 🤫 I paired a serene snow scene with the minimalist music of Philip Glass, John Cage, and Arvo Pärt. Read my blog for a journey into winter's whisper. ❄️

Ever thought of making 'How are you?' more interesting? I'm spending this year answering with National Holidays! 🎉

It's Monkey Day! A day born from a simple act of fun on a friend's calendar. Let's spread joy and a little bit of harmless monkeying around!

Did you know? The same culture that crafted adorable pottery also sketched epic geoglyphs viewable from the skies!

National Illinois Day falls on Dec 7th, and it's a reminder to transition from Thanksgiving to Christmas! 🌲 Discover more fun facts and festive musings.

Embracing our quirks! Did you know the term 'beige flag' isn't just for relationships anymore? It's about celebrating the unique, everyday traits that make us who we are. From consistent breakfast routines to peculiar music tastes, let's celebrate our individuality!

Are people really searching for the word 'authentic'? Let's look at the data.

The quest for unified social media platforms: where is the connection?

On a quest for the perfect microphone! Looking for one that's as versatile as my interests - podcasts, capturing nature sounds, and family videos. Any tech wizards with recommendations?

The technology for power looms, which revolutionized textiles, led to the development of computers

Ever noticed how some books are impossible to find in print? That's where eBooks shine.

Embark on a digital treasure hunt with MapMyIP! 📍 Discover the fascinating world where your IP address meets the globe. Ready to find out where you digitally 'live'? Play now and explore the uncharted territories of the internet!

Is the new Ghostbusters movie trying to make a twisted spin on the Disney Frozen series?

Halloween candy is a fascinating blend of economic strategy, psychological triggers like anticipation, immediate pleasure, and fear of missing out, and social dynamics of neighborly camaraderie and cultural celebration.