I was very tired last night… working AV/Tech duty for work.. took care of sound system and led projector. during a moment of sillies, I realized that I could probably stitch a few pics together.. over time.. .I see two instances of george – the real photographer, and rhode island, who ducked out midway through.)

The event had only a few attendees – I imagine that the next one will be more populated, because of the forensic aspect of the talk.

I think last night’s speaker (warning, her story can be distressing to folks concerned about violence against women) was quite skilled. It can be quite jarring to see someone good at communications and public speaking, especially if it’s been a while since the last one. She was very eloquent, but down-to-earth heartfelt, and positive. She got the message of victim’s rights across in an effective manner.

Lost city ‘could rewrite history’

The remains of what has been described as a huge lost city may force historians and archaeologists to radically reconsider their view of ancient human history.

Marine scientists say archaeological remains discovered 36 meters (120 feet) underwater in the Gulf of Cambay off the western coast of India could be over 9,000 years old. Continue reading 8595 – a quickie with a piccie. →