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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 9d

Bummer…. Will the parks gates remain open?

Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 9d

Having trouble sleeping at night?
Here’s some science behind what’s going on and some things to do and things to avoid to help.
#insomnia
www.nature.com/articles/d41...

How to get the best night’s sleep: what the science says

Chuck the gadgets, the fads and the alarm. Circadian research reveals how important your body’s internal clock is to blissful slumber.

www.nature.com

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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 13d

There are two days left for the Flagstaff Festival of Science. Today you can visit Meteor Crater or go on a hike of Lava River Cave! Explore the science of Walnut Canyon National Monument. It’s all FREE! And don’t forget this evening’s star party at Buffalo Park. #science scifest.org/schedule-2025/

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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 14d

The sky has delivered us a sunset worthy of the flag of the state of Arizona. #azx

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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 17d

Help A Community Non-Profit in 30 Seconds:
The Flagstaff Festival of Science has an opportunity to earn local community grant money if we can get enough supporters signed on. Please share. Thx!
Start here:
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Flagstaff Festival of Science
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Caring4Community | Flagstaff Dentistry 4 Kids

At Flagstaff Dentistry 4 Kids, support for our community has always been an integral part of our mission. Therefore, we are pleased to sponsor Caring4Community!

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Gregg Gonsalves @gregggonsalves.bsky.social · 18d

The @washingtonpost.com story on Tylenol & autism leaves out a MAJOR 2.5M sibling-controlled study of children in Denmark, which "found no evidence that acetaminophen use during pregnancy was associated with children’s risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disability." jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy and Children’s Risk of Autism, ADHD, and Intellectual Disability

This nationwide cohort study with sibling control analysis examines the association of acetaminophen use during pregnancy with children’s risk of autism, ADHD, and intellectual disability.

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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 18d

Come on Alex…keep it interesting!

Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 18d

Help Needed on National Park Alternatives:
I’m hosting friends for a Southwest tour that was to include visits to CO NM, Arches, Natural Bridges, Bryce, Zion, and the Grand Canyon. If the gov’t shutdown happens & they close I’ll need a Plan B. I could use your suggestions. Thanks.

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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 21d

Want to learn more about indigenous foods and cooking? Join Mariah Gladstone as she delivers the keynote this evening to kick off the ten day Flagstaff Festival of Science. Streams live at 7pm PDT. Register for free virtual tickets. scifest.org/festival/key... #science #sustainability #indigenous

Keynote Presentation - Flagstaff Festival of Science

The Flagstaff Festival of Science announces “Harvesting Knowledge,” a theme that uncovers traditional food science and its relevance for the environment, community health and cultural significance. Th...

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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 22d

Sunbeams poking through the clouds as some light rain falls in the east valley.

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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 24d

Is that a good or bad thing?
I hope they are all giving you a credit.

Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 24d

…and the season is far from over. Makes me wonder whether it will be a big celebration when we get to Valencia or just “Meh…Marc has it all sewn up…who cares now.” Somehow I think it will still be quite festive.
I’m still hoping Martin can get it together enough to make for some good battles.

Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 24d

Mother Nature was squeezing a few drops out of some clouds out over San Tan. Nice lighting in the morning! #rain #clouds #sunrise

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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 28d

For all my dirt adventure riders, what are the three pieces of gear you don’t use on the street but must have in the dirt?
#ADV #motorcycles #dirt

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Science Friday @scifri.bsky.social · 28d

A new book makes the case that in nature, it’s all about teamwork.

Teamwork Between Species Is The Key To Life Itself

“The Call of the Honeyguide” traces the mutualisms found throughout nature, from hunting pairs to the microbes all around us.

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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 28d

Why do some people think that a HUGE rear wing looks cool on their car?
If they only used it for track days I might agree. But I suspect most don’t know how ridiculous it actually looks. Personal style I suppose.

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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · 28d

Is there any company or business remaining where they have a human answer the phone on the first ring?
No “press 1 to be put into our really long queue…”
Southwest Airlines was the last one I recall doing that so many years ago. No one values a truly human touch anymore.
Opportunity? Maybe.

Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · Sep 11

Here’s the analog version of those awful microfont lengthy Privacy Policy documents we never read. They make sure the wall mounted version is equally impossible to read.

Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · Sep 4

Interesting to see a band across the east valley (looking at Phoenix SanTan Mountains) early in the morning. In about half an hour than band had grown in height. Maybe an ozone layer as we have a high pollution alert day today I believe.

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Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · Sep 3

Saw this signage in Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport PHX waiting to get on the Sky Train. Which sign should you believe? The uppermost ones or the vertical ones? They contradict each other. Human factors designed needed!

Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · Sep 3

The recent monsoon rains have tamarisk blossoms out. They are only about 8-10mm in diameter. But the hummingbirds and honey bees are finding them. It’s beautiful to see.

Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · Aug 30

I’m taking up dual sport riding with plans to hit mainly two-track dirt, forest, and fires roads. What dirt-specific gear should I consider buying? And why?
#motorcycles #motorcycling #dirt #ADV

Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · Aug 30

Triple Tow! I have no idea how flat towing two cars in tandem can be legal. It just seems to be insanely dangerous. I-10 east heading towards Tucson. Maybe Arizona DOT can weigh in?

A pickup truck flat towing two cars in tandem creating three cars in a row all connected.

Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · Aug 28

I like Spirit Airlines’ sense of humor around their out-of-order check-in kiosks.

Jim St. Leger @jimstleger.bsky.social · Aug 28

BWI has an art display that celebrates America’s earliest civil rights leaders. I found this quilt pretty amazing. It celebrates Frederick Douglass and more.

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