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“Thou shouldst not have been old till thou hadst been wise.”
— William Shakespeare (King Lear, Act 1, Scene 4)
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— Standards Michigan (@StandardsMich) April 2, 2022
“G.K. Chesterton’s Fence” is a concept often cited in discussions about change, reform, and tradition — in software as well as in “campus traditions”.
It’s derived from a quote by the English writer, G.K. Chesterton, which goes: “In the matter of reforming things, as distinct from deforming them, there is one plain and simple principle; a principle which will probably be called a paradox. There exists in such a case a certain institution or law; let us say, for the sake of simplicity, a fence or gate erected across a road. The more modern type of reformer goes gaily up to it and says, ‘I don’t see the use of this; let us clear it away.’ To which the more intelligent type of reformer will do well to answer: ‘If you don’t see the use of it, I certainly won’t let you clear it away. Go away and think. Then, when you can come back and tell me that you do see the use of it, I may allow you to destroy it.'”
In essence, Chesterton is cautioning against the impulse to dismantle or alter established systems, institutions, or traditions without fully understanding why they were put in place in the first instance. The “fence” represents any existing structure, rule, or tradition, while the act of removing it symbolizes reform or change. Chesterton suggests that before advocating for the removal or alteration of something, one should first understand its purpose and history. This is because such structures often have reasons for their existence, which might not be immediately apparent to those seeking change.
The principle emphasizes the importance of respecting tradition and the wisdom of those who came before, as well as the necessity of informed decision-making when it comes to implementing reforms. It urges individuals to exercise caution and humility, recognizing that existing systems may have evolved to address specific needs or challenges, and that blindly discarding them could lead to unforeseen consequences.
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🎤 “Sometimes ask about the weather…”#TTPD pic.twitter.com/Oq4oJ6JumF
— University of Rochester (@UofR) April 19, 2024
Spring is springing 🌸🌤️ pic.twitter.com/EErJ53TAXt
— University of Rochester (@UofR) February 27, 2024
A Rochester study shows watching and discussing movies about relationships is as effective in lowering divorce rates as marriage counseling
So go ahead and put “Love Story” and “The Way We Were” on your streaming list#URochesterResearch #ValentinesDayhttps://t.co/ruGJvT8S2L pic.twitter.com/IwO9kiifYz
— University of Rochester (@UofR) February 14, 2024
Recorded January 2015
Mathieu Manach : Percussions
Jean-Michel Warluzelle : Bass & background vocal
Bruno Thivend : Guitar & background vocal
Pierric Tailler : Vocal & guitar
Université de Lyon | Fête des Lumières 2019 – Les Rêveries Lumineuses de Léonard
“Lovely Day” Bill Withers Cover
Hightower Trail Middle School 8th Grade Chorus
Cobb County Georgia@HTMSCobb
print(“Lunch Hour 1600 UTC”)\n weekday(2)https://t.co/0Fz6AYYv20 pic.twitter.com/nB5NmBWNE8— Standards Michigan (@StandardsMich) February 5, 2025
"Lovely Day Cover" – Bill Withers | Berklee College of Music Class of '24
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“Every year as Easter approaches, if you are lucky, you might catch the scent of baking bread and fragrant anise wafting in the air in my hometown of Clarksburg, West Virginia. Easter bread, sweet and flavored with anise seed, is a holiday ritual in the Italian-American community here. With roots stretching back to Calabria, making Easter bread is a foodways tradition that now thrives in North Central West Virginia” — Lori Hostuttler, Assistant Director at West Virginia & Regional History Center
Standards West Virginia | Lane Department of Computer Science & Electrical Engineering
Yaupon Drink: A Medicine Bundle in the Atlantic World
Steven P. Carriger Jr, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Abstract. This dissertation examines yaupon drink, a tea made from yaupon holly along with other ingredients, as a medicine bundle in the Atlantic World. Originally a medicinal drink used by Native Americans across the what is today the American South, over time the tea became a trade good demanded by the Spanish and a medicinal herb sought by European botanists and medical practitioners. Chapter One traces yaupon’s origins across the southeast and bundles the drink into the many cosmic and social connections it held. Chapter Two shows how the Spanish colonial presence offered an alternative to yaupon in Florida, through Christianity and its Sacraments even as the Spanish themselves began to commodify it, demanding it as an item of tribute. Chapter Three looks beyond Spanish Florida into the interior of the southeast as Creek, Cherokee, and Natchez towns negotiated the “Shatter Zone” and shows how towns of the Native Americans preserved or changed how they used yaupon in response to European colonialism. Chapter Four explains how the yaupon became a part of medicine and gardens in early modern Europe and how its leaves negotiated the changes that the Enlightenment brought. Using archaeology and European narrative histories, this dissertation examines yaupon drink within its relational fields, recognizing its affordances and how these help write a small piece of a decolonized history of the tangled relationships among Native Americans and Europeans in Southeast and the larger Atlantic World.
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University of New Hampshire
Good luck to all those helping to move their student in to UoB accommodation this weekend! It will be a busy time with lots of students moving in, but there will be lots of support on the day, so just ask!
There’s also lots to do on campus too so come along & have a wander around pic.twitter.com/xZHG3RA2z4— Uni of Birmingham (@unibirmingham) September 21, 2024
'Twas the night before the start of the fall semester. ⏰ pic.twitter.com/JZkLHr8xxQ
— Alumni Association of the University of Michigan (@michiganalumni) August 28, 2023
Niner Nation is behind you, @UNC. Together, we are all one Carolina. pic.twitter.com/0wlCj72Lh6
— UNC Charlotte (@unccharlotte) August 29, 2023
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National Institute of Science & Technology: Time and Frequency
National Institute of Science & Technology: Current Reliability of the WWVB Time Code
The National Institute of Standards and Technology is responsible for maintaining and disseminating official time in the United States. While NIST does not have a direct role in implementing clock changes for daylight saving time, it does play an important role in ensuring that timekeeping systems across the country are accurate and consistent.
Prior to the implementation of daylight saving time, NIST issues public announcements reminding individuals and organizations to adjust their clocks accordingly. NIST also provides resources to help people synchronize their clocks, such as the time.gov website and the NIST radio station WWV.
In addition, NIST is responsible for developing and maintaining the atomic clocks that are used to define Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the international standard for timekeeping. UTC is used as the basis for all civil time in the United States, and it is the reference time used by many systems, including the Global Positioning System (GPS) and the internet.
Overall, while NIST does not have a direct role in implementing clock changes for daylight saving time, it plays an important role in ensuring that timekeeping systems across the country are accurate and consistent, which is essential for the smooth implementation of any changes to the system.
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Time Realization and Distribution
🇳🇱 KING’S DAY IN THE NETHERLANDS
👑 Today, Dutch King Willem-Alexander celebrates his 57th birthday with Queen Máxima and his daughters Amalia, Alexia and Ariane in Emmen, a town in the northeastern Netherlands.
📍 Emmen city center pic.twitter.com/JLcd51K2Bq
— [Wim Dehandschutter] (@WDehandschutter) April 27, 2024
Stamppot is a Dutch comfort food known for its simplicity and versatility. It combines mashed potatoes with various vegetables, typically leafy greens like kale (boerenkool), endive (andijvie), or sauerkraut (zuurkool), and often includes bacon or sausage.
The name “stamppot” comes from the Dutch words “stampen” (to mash) and “pot” (pot). The dish is prepared by mashing the boiled potatoes and vegetables together in a single pot. The result is a slightly chunky mixture of mashed potatoes and vegetables.
There are many variations of stamppot, depending on the vegetables used. The most common types include boerenkool stamppot (kale stamppot), andijvie stamppot (endive stamppot), and zuurkool stamppot (sauerkraut stamppot). Each variation has its own distinct flavor and texture.
Stamppot runs deep in the Netherlands and is considered a staple of Dutch cuisine. It’s a dish that brings people together, especially during the traditional “Hutspot Day” (Hutspotfeest) celebrations in some regions.
Related: Dutch Student Stew
“Dutch Student Stew” also known as “Hutspot” in Dutch. It’s a traditional Dutch dish that consists of mashed potatoes, carrots, and onions, often flavored with salt, pepper, and sometimes bacon. It’s a hearty and simple comfort food that has been popular in the Netherlands for many years. The name “Dutch Student Stew” might be a colloquial or humorous reference to the fact that it’s an easy and inexpensive dish to prepare, making it suitable for students or anyone on a budget.
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— USPTO (@uspto) July 13, 2023
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