Tag Archives: community

The Railroad Deity

Posted on Monday 18 March 2013 by J. D. Bartlett

I was smiling to myself as I strode out of the train station towards work. But I slowed to a stop as a stocky young man who’d been ambling towards me hailed me. ‘Excuse me,’ he said. ‘Could you help … Continue reading →

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Issue Tracker Gamification

Posted on Monday 11 February 2013 by J. D. Bartlett

I’ve been playing with habitrpg, which gamifies habit-setting. You have a little character with experience points, hit points and gold pieces. You earn experience and gold for achieving your habit goals. You lose hit points for failing to achieve goals. … Continue reading →

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Stranger

Posted on Monday 31 December 2012 by J. D. Bartlett

“Never acknowledge the existence of strangers.” That seems to be the unwritten rule of the rail. Making eye contact with unknowns on the platform is taboo, and heaven forbid that you should speak to a stranger on a train. It … Continue reading →

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Highlights

Posted on Monday 22 November 2010 by J. D. Bartlett

I haven’t planned anything to write about this week.  So here’s the highlights of the last few days: “Going Postal” (Terry Pratchett) performed live at the Brisbane Arts Theatre – a thoroughly enjoyable performance.  Great acting and true to the … Continue reading →

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