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I didn't take this video. But I did go on the ride four times in a row yesterday. There was virtually no line, which makes sense since the ride takes only about three minutes from the time that they let you lock yourself into your seat. I imagined at the time that its effects were a little like the effects of shock therapy, except the shock was ( Read more... )

Jeffrey Friedman's generous extension on the book review deadline means that I can finally, for the first time in many weeks, take a load off; just in time: happy new year, everyone. I love you guys.
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