Never unpacked

calculator
Originally uploaded by rabinal

The OECD foretells that the UK economy will shrink.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/8117013.stm

This is GOOD news for eco-conscious people who know that our planet is already over-populated and over-stressed. Meanwhile, this calculator can be used within its original package from nearly 20 years ago. It is solar powered, has no batteries, and the keys can be pressed through the plastic encapsulation.

beef rib

beef rib
Originally uploaded by rabinal

Public health problem; If you go away (possibly for a few months) and leave food in your freezer, you may not be aware there has been a power cut while you were away, leading to a warm-up and to the bugs growing. The frozen food in the freezer may now be lethal.

Plateful of pie and veg

plateful of pie and veg
Originally uploaded by rabinal

"Stuff" in the media falls into at least three categories.

"Informational"

"Motivational" (like a sermon)

"Spam and advertising"