Category Archives: English

The Science of Color

Posted on January 19, 2017 by babbityjean

Focus.It is an online magazine written in Italian that features interesting articles on science, the environment, technology, culture, and behavior, along with excellent photography.  Recently, I read an article on the science of colors, particularly applied to online marketing.  It … Continue reading →

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Maria Crisà

Posted on January 12, 2017 by babbityjean

There is a lovely family here in Santa Barbara: Luigi (Gigi) Crisà, his wife Maria (neè Purpura), and their 3 children, Gabriella (12), Vincenzo (9), and Claudia (4).  Gigi is our excellent plumber and the brother of Giuseppe Crisà who … Continue reading →

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The Olympics of Porcini Hunting

Posted on January 5, 2017 by babbityjean

These competitors are marathoners not simply mushroom hunters.  It is not a hobby to the participants in the IV World Championship of the mushroom.  This is a real race, like in the olympics.  And to win they have to give … Continue reading →

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