Virally-obsessed academic mom posts on diverse topics, including viral topics (of course), daily activism, progressive faith, American fringe religious movements (esp. Jehovah's Witnesses), literature and poetry, humor and other bits of contemporary American life and culture.
Recent PostsI’ve started using my ancient page at Blogger for a new blog called Beam Me On. It’s basically a catchall for all the things that make me beam and smile and light me up inside. You know, in case of emergency. addthis_url = 'http%3A%...
I don’t like what I’m seeing at all. I don’t like the fact that there is no one in a position of leadership who will even discuss the human cost of what is happening on the Gaza strip. I don’t like the fact that Barack Obama h...
Yesterday we went to the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple in Lilburn. Despite its proximity to us, we hadn’t heard about it until John’s brother suggested meeting there. When we drove in, there was a small gatehouse. We stopp...
Although I can’t feel my toes at all, I’m happier now. I forgot! I have to sing. I haven’t been singing! I just did an hour’s set. My poor neighbors. Really. But I don’t think I really belted anything out… except ...
I’ve added a new feature to the sidebar. It now generates a random thumbnail from the VirusHead Photo Gallery. Of course, that puts a little more pressure on me to take some photos, but that’s a good thing. I’ve been remiss for sev...
This blog is currently rated a 5.00 out of a possible 5 based on 7 comments.
Jim KochenburgerNot only is this a very thoughtful blog (with some very good comments by the way...so you draw a great audience too) but I also LOVE your playlist...Lou Reed, Suzanne Vega, Belle & Sebastian, oh yeah. Honestly very well done blog. I will be back frequently.
The Sparrowfascinating and interesting - great work :)
VanceHDr. Heidi's blog is unusual--and great. Her political views are strong, but she doesn't resort to rhetoric. She's not religious, but she doesn't demean the believer. She crusades against the Jehovah’s Witnesses, but she is amazingly patient in her responses to their comments--working with people at their level and trying to honestly respond to their questions. She shares her life with us and doesn't make a big deal about being smarter than the rest of us.
Jamie BarrowsAlways interesting and thought provoking.
Melissa73A blog full of inspiration. Good job!
NAFASG - United And Dedicated Behind Youâ&Excellent articles. Keep up the great work.
chenkaNice blog!!
