Monthly Archives: August 2011

Ct Attorney General Warns Against Energy Profiteering During Hurricane Irene

August 26, 2011
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With Hurricane Irene set to strike Connecticut this weekend, Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen is announcing an imminent abnormal market disruption in energy resources under Connecticut General Statutes Section 42-234, putting wholesalers, retailers and consumers on notice that charging unconscionably excessive prices for gasoline, heating fuels and other energy resources is prohibited. Under the...

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Preparing To Eat Without Electricity With Hurricane Irene

August 26, 2011
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“When it comes to stocking the pantry and cooler, most people head to Costco to pick up a case of sandwich crackers. While that might be fine for a day or two, eating that way for any length of time leaves you susceptible to getting sick. After living for roughly three months on Guam...

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Drive Like A Professional: Spatial Awareness

August 26, 2011
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Drive Like A Professional: Spatial Awareness

In my first article I touched on the concept of spatial awareness while driving. What exactly is spatial awareness as it relates to driving a car? Well, it doesn’t matter if you are driving a family sedan on the highway at 65ish or a 700 horsepower racing car at Lime Rock, you need to...

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LIFE GOES ON: Living In Fear

August 26, 2011
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LIFE GOES ON: Living In Fear

LIVING IN FEAR  DEAR DOCTOR KATHLEEN, I am scared of everything. If I have a cold, I think it will turn into pneumonia. When I drive my car at night, I’m certain I will be hit by a drunk driver. When I throw something out, I fear I will need it tomorrow.  When my...

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