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About Gandalfe

Just an itinerant saxophonist trying to find life between the changes. I have retired from the Corps of Engineers and Microsoft. I am an admin on the Woodwind Forum, run the Pacifica Big Band (formerly the Microsoft Jumpin' Jive Orchestra) and participate in other ensembles. Mostly enjoy time with family and friends.

2008 International Science and Engineering Visualization Challenge Winners

Posted on September 26, 2008 by Gandalfe

Making science fascinating to an audience beyond the lab is not always easy. But the winners of the 2008 International Science and Engineering Visualization Challenge pull it off in impressive style. Breathtaking photographs and graphics reveal intricate details of our … Continue reading →

Posted in Everyday Science, Photograph, Religon | 3 Comments

I’m a PC Campaign – I found me. :o)

Posted on September 25, 2008 by Gandalfe
Posted in Music | 2 Comments

Post Bush-era Dollar

Posted on September 24, 2008 by Gandalfe

I just couldn’t resist. From: http://www.flickr.com/photos/scriptingnews/2899916712/

Posted in News and politics | 4 Comments

I’m a PC – I Play Sax.

Posted on September 23, 2008 by Gandalfe

Can you find the picture I posted here? I luv this campaign.  :o)

Posted in In the news..., Microsoft, My World | 13 Comments

Old, Grizzled Third-Party Candidate Threatens McCain’s Base

Posted on September 23, 2008 by Gandalfe

Truer than life?

Posted in Humor | 3 Comments

Motorcycle Safety Course

Posted on September 22, 2008 by Gandalfe

Or how I spent my weekend… I had never ridden a motorcycle or scooter. But wanting to take advantage of a lousy new commute situation and save about $40 a month on gas I finally got one. I waited a … Continue reading →

Posted in Cars, Economics, Education, Entertainment, Everyday Science, Lifestyle, Man stuff, Playtime, Scooter | Tagged , , , | 5 Comments

Only in France…

Posted on September 20, 2008 by Gandalfe

could they get away with this ad.  :o) A tip of the hat to Eolake (in England, I think).

Posted in Too Spicy for some | 2 Comments

“I’m a PC” Advertisements Strike a Chord

Posted on September 19, 2008 by Gandalfe

Well, they strike a chord with me that is. Quirky, poignant, and fast, the new set of Microsoft ads make me happier to be a part of this company yet again. I thrive as we play with new and interesting … Continue reading →

Posted in Computers and Internet | 5 Comments

BBb Contrabass Clarinet Voicings

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Gandalfe

Or the lack of the need for special voicing work! Steve Nelson just finished my Leblanc Paris BBb contrabass clarinet and I eagerly sped home in the JaAGmobile. I have a Walter Grabner hand-crafted CX-BBCN made from a Zinner blank. … Continue reading →

Posted in Clarinet | 7 Comments

Jazz Jam at the Proff Place

Posted on September 16, 2008 by Gandalfe

Yes, that just us playing around the changes trying to find redemption… Nice party Neil and Allie. You know some nice people.  :o)

Posted in Jazz | 2 Comments