The plans to open Cien 24 started about a year ago. They were all set to open during Holy Week this year, and then the pandemic happened. Instead of having a complete and unrestricted opening as they had originally planned, they decided instead to institute all the measures required by the health contingency.
Category: <span>Weekly Columns</span>
Perfect Day: An Escape
This time around, before starting my search for movies or something to do at home, I decided to look something different. I set off through town to see what businesses might be open. Of course, I took all the recommended measures, such as using a face mask, in my exploration.
Tia Maria Sue: dos and don’ts of meeting and socializing on Zoom
With the Quarantine in Place we have all learned new ways to socialize and Zoom has certainly come to our rescue. But with all things new comes new rules of social etiquette. And yet one would think one could apply the old ones... So as a public service to all I have listed some dos and don'ts of meeting and socializing on Zoom.
Courses (in Spanish) Given by the University of Michigan
es.coursera.org gives you many courses offered by the University of Michigan, but the only problem for English speakers is that all but one are in Spanish.
The Fab Four are in Town!
John, Paul, Georgina, and Ringo are at the SPA, waiting for their forever homes. About 2-1/2 months old, their personalities are starting to take shape.
Grilled Snapper with Blistered Bean Salad
The Computer Corner: Know When To Cut
The early 1990s was a period when the Internet was unknown to most of the world. Corporate management had heard of the World Wide Web, which could make them tons of money, but they had no idea how and absolutely no technical understanding.
Ask Dr. Alan: Couples in Pandemic, Part 2
A few weeks ago we spoke of couples who shelter in place, setting aside some time each week to discuss their wants and needs. I suggested a couple of rules for a meaningful and fruitful conversation.
Learning to Live in an Upended World: Birds Set Free
One of the effects of the lockdown is that many of the things we used to take for granted have suddenly come into focus. As waters when receding allow us to see what is beneath, we are discovering islands of joy unnoticed before.