"A guiding operational principle in my life was activated: If frustrated in one’s endeavor by a stone wall or any kind of blockage, one must find a way around — another route towards one’s goal. This is advice I have given to many women facing similar situations. I tell them: Try it, it works."-E. Margaret Burbidge … Continue reading Burbidge Principle
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Gendered Details
I was struck by two things this morning. We are staying in a hotel room, and every morning, I have to unlatch, then unbolt the door to get out. I don't think I've ever latched and bolted a hotel door overnight. It simply doesn't occur to me. Shortly after, I was downstairs getting coffee when … Continue reading Gendered Details
