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Fixing a Nook Simple Touch’s wireless connection

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Bob Benz

Lara chews through several books a week and loves her Nook. She was broken-hearted when it suddenly refused to join our wireless network (appropriately named Spiney). I Googled around a bit and found the solution to the problem here. It’s … Continue reading →

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Ben hits D.C.

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Bob Benz

Ben, my buddy from Tennessee, is visiting for Turkey Day weekend, which gave us a chance to see the Caps play last night. Washington lost, but Ben had a good time regardless and had an opportunity to rock his new … Continue reading →

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Dancing with La Muerta

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Bob Benz

It’s hard to believe the concrete chaos of Mexico City was once a large system of lakes and canals. At Xochimilco, it’s possible to get a taste of what things once were. Trajineras, boats reminiscent of Venetian gondolas, line the … Continue reading →

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Pyramid of the Sun

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Bob Benz

Emma snapped this photo of me and Lara at the base of the Pyramid of the Sun at Teotihuacan.

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Dia de Los Muertos

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Bob Benz

“Only against death does man cry out in vain.”  – Malcolm Lowry Anita seemed perplexed. Lara, Emma and I were all standing in the middle of San Gregorio Cemetery with tears streaming down our cheeks. It was all so beautiful. … Continue reading →

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On the Edge of D.C.

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Bob Benz

Edges at the Lincoln Memorial, a photo by Suffering the Benz on Flickr. The Edges are visiting D.C., giving me and Lara a chance to do cool tourist stuff. Vivian, Lara, Tony and Kathleet look at the Lincoln Memorial. Stephanie … Continue reading →

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King memorial

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Bob Benz

King memorial, a photo by Suffering the Benz on Flickr. I finally got a chance to see the King memorial. There’s been a lot of sniping about it. Total B.S. It’s amazing. Awe inspiring. Inspirational. Love the way he looks … Continue reading →

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Fried okra, front and center

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Bob Benz

The star, a photo by Suffering the Benz on Flickr. After striking out at the grocery stores we frequent, Lara finally tracked down some okra at the farmer’s market in Arlington. This called for a feast. Lara makes the best … Continue reading →

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Colombia comes to D.C.

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Bob Benz

Woodworker, a photo by Suffering the Benz on Flickr. We had several more great tastes of D.C. culture this weekend, starting with Shakespeare’s “Merchant of Venice” on Saturday and culminating with an exhibit of Buddhist cave art today. The Shakespeare … Continue reading →

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Looking back 20 years at the Pens’ first Cup

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Bob Benz

Looking back 20 years at the Pens’ first Stanley Cup. http://bit.ly/l8NZ5h

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