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broken windows

Posted on January 25, 2007 by Linnea Ashley

The “tipping point” is an interesting concept…the idea that things happen not solely or even mostly because of some genetic makeup but as the result of other things…like context. The book references something called the “broken window theory”. Essentially, bad … Continue reading →

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deserts and floods

Posted on October 16, 2006 by Linnea Ashley

Australia is in the middle of a drought. I’m not talking no rain this year…I’m talking no rain for some years. I’m not sure of the exact number now – and I’m too lazy to look it up, but on … Continue reading →

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guns germs and steel

Posted on August 15, 2006 by Linnea Ashley

it’s a book i’m reading for a class. i’ve been trying to read it since last year but never could throw myself into it. around chapter 3 it kicks into high gear and begins to feel more relevant and pull … Continue reading →

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