July 2021
Geiger Readings for Jul 25, 2021
Latitude 47.704656 Longitude -122.318745
Ambient office = 68 nanosieverts per hour
Ambient outside = 125 nanosieverts per hour
Soil exposed to rain water = 133 nanosieverts per hour
Geiger Readings for Jul 24, 2021
Latitude 47.704656 Longitude -122.318745
Ambient office = 65 nanosieverts per hour
Ambient outside = 89 nanosieverts per hour
Soil exposed to rain water = 86 nanosieverts per hour
Nuclear Reactors 932 - The U.S. Department Of Energy Releases A Report On Potential Market For Microreactors - Part 2 of 2 Parts
Part 2 of 2 Parts (Please read Part 1 first)
Geiger Readings for Jul 23, 2021
Latitude 47.704656 Longitude -122.318745
Ambient office = 80 nanosieverts per hour
Ambient outside = 142 nanosieverts per hour
Soil exposed to rain water = 136 nanosieverts per hour
Nuclear Reactors 931 - The U.S. Department Of Energy Releases A Report On Potential Market For Microreactors - Part 1 of 2 Parts
Part 1 of 2 Parts
Geiger Readings for Jul 22, 2021
Latitude 47.704656 Longitude -122.318745
Ambient office = 75 nanosieverts per hour
Ambient outside = 126 nanosieverts per hour
Soil exposed to rain water = 127 nanosieverts per hour
Nuclear Reactors 930 - Research Progressing On Development Of Small Nuclear Reactors For Commercial Vessels - Part 2 of 2 Parts
Part 2 of 2 Parts (Please read Part 1 first)
Geiger Readings for Jul 21, 2021
Latitude 47.704656 Longitude -122.318745
Ambient office = 89 nanosieverts per hour
Ambient outside = 151 nanosieverts per hour
Soil exposed to rain water = 152 nanosieverts per hour
The Bad Boys of the Animal Kingdom
Some animals just seem to love to misbehave around us humans. It's actually pretty cool that they have such a rebellious streak, as long as they (and we) don't get hurt in the process. The Sun recently published a piece about various animals behaving badly, and while we don't know the stories behind each picture (and at least two are really grasping), some of them make us grin as we think about how mischievous many animals can be.
Government UFO Report
According to our own government, there have been dozens of incidences of UFO sightings that remain unexplainable. A new report details even more details as Americans across the country suddenly experience validation (or perhaps simply frustration after being laughed at for so long) but I'm left wondering why this isn't bigger news? Why aren't more government officials demanding answers?
New Cat Happiness App
Months ago we looked at a curious app that helped translate the sounds our cats made. In my home, we found it dubious at best, since my cats kept calling me "Mama." Now there's an app you can use to see how happy your cat is. The app, Tably, analyzes photos taken of your cat to see if they're a content fur baby or not.
Animals Older Than We Thought
How would it change the course of history if we discovered that animals have actually been around for another 350 million years than we previously thought possible? Fossils recently discovered in Canada suggest this. The sponge fossils, which represent the oldest animals in existence, look like little squiggles and are being thoroughly tested to ensure this world-changing discovery is in fact true.
Simone Biles Is More Impressive Than Ever
Simone Biles is an incredible role model and world-changer. She also happens to be an amazing athlete. She's always been so impressive but this... This is a whole new level of awe-inspiring. Not only is Biles taking a stand and putting her own well-being as a person front and center of her life, focusing international attention on mental health and its importance, but she's also shifting paradigms in the process.
Buy Tom Hanks' 80s Land Cruiser
Celebrity auctions are bound to cost a pretty penny, so the odds of running off with Tom Hanks's 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser aren't very high. But if it's your dream vehicle and you want it really bad, maybe you and a bunch of friends can make it happen, because it's going up for auction at Bonhams in August! His 90s Airstream is also being sold in the same auction.
August Crafting
August crafts often come in the form of the back to school variety, which can be incredibly helpful. Lots of people decorate notebooks, binders, locker shelves and decor and other fun crafts to help make their school year start off on the right start. But many people may forget that Lughnasadh or Lammas, the festival that begins the harvest season, is also the first day of August, making it a great time for some harvest crafts!