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The 10 Levels of Intimacy in Today’s Communication

I saw this poignantly funny image in BuzzFeed today. I do, however, disagree with #7 - "Letter" - and petition to replace with with "Message Boards." Examining this with a bit more depth, I am reminded of one of my favorite Cracked articles, 7 Reasons the 21st Century is Making You Miserable. If you haven't read it, go do it now. You will find a new appreciation for fresh air and good old-fashioned means of social interaction such as face-to-face conversations. What do you think? Has technology (sadly) taken over our lives? ...

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Video Game Quintet

I have studied the piano since 5 and the violin since 8. I guess the 20+ years counts as a different generation of musical study, because they certainly didn't have geeky symphonies such as PLAY!, or talented, passionate, FUN choir teachers such as that of the famed PS22 back in my day. Earlier today I stumbled upon a YouTube video of a string quintet from the Seattle's Marrowstone in the City program. I love how they start with the classic Bach's Double Violin Concerto and continue on a captivating arrangement that will have you laughing and reminiscing. You have to keep watching for the unexpected twists in the Halo, Tetris, and Pong sections, because they are truly legend...

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