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What’s Up, Doc?

Aug

1

2008

Two bits of interest from my annual physical this morning. First of all, I’ve grown an inch. I’ve never measured above 5’4″, and often called myself 5’4″ on a good day. For some reason, today, I measured 5’5″ even. Not that I’m complaining, particularly since this height change knocks a solid point off my BMI. ...

Department of Explanations

Aug

3

2007

Usually it’s somewhat reassuring to see behaviors of yours replicated in various studies, so you know you’re not alone. In this case, however, it’s a bit depressing.

I Stand Corrected

Mar

27

2007

I was bitching about my continuing singlehood to some friends this weekend, saying it felt like I was in the midst of the longest dry streak in the world. It was good to learn that I still have a ways to go before I can claim that title. Courtesy, of course, Dave Barry’s Blog.