Sunday Links

Part of McLean’s Optical Illusions or Magic Panorama.More at the link below.

The Wonderful World Of Phenakistiscope Animation  If you're feeling crafty you can learn to make one for yourself!

A flight of culinary fancy: The American Airlines Recipe Book (1994)

Steel Town: In 1977, Stephen Shore traveled across New York state, Pennsylvania, and eastern Ohio – an area in the midst of industrial decline that would eventually be known as the Rust Belt. Via This Isn't Happiness

All of Mr. Rogers' Cardigan Sweaters in Chronological Order. Speaking of Mr. Rogers, how would you like to live in his neighbourhood?

Have you ever wondered about how medicine is given to to zoo animals? Here's how animal keepers use activities, food, training and toys to care for the animals at the Smithsonian National Zoo. Via Miss Cellania

Arrivals and Departures

“It’s a massive glorified clock radio but it sounds better than I thought” Grateful Dead Fan Creates a Mini Replica of the Band's "Wall of Sound" During Lockdown 

Talk like the great apes of the Tarzan novels.

Collar-cam shows a wolf going about its day 

After the devastating fire that set the iconic Notre Dame cathedral ablaze, the restoration of the landmark carries on. Read More

The National Gallery of Denmark has released the Kunstens Danmarkskort, an interactive map which geolocates over 4,000 artworks. Via Maps Mania

This 5 second makeup routine is a real time saver. Via Everlasting Blort

Grammarical Failings 

“I got this cool new mask — it covers my nose and mouth all day, it’s glass, and you can pour wine in it!” Decorative Wine Mom Signs to Promote the Vaccine

 Big excitement in the world of professional bowling: Anthony Neuer became the fourth player in PBA Tour history to convert the 7-10 split in the semifinal match of the 2021 U.S. Open. 

Hip Hop Tarot Cards  from Blue Monday Press

"To the best of my knowledge Arizona is famous for being where Satan vacations to get some heat." A British Person Lists 50 American States And What They're Famous For  Via Miss Cellania

Traditional Beekeeping: The Beautiful Bee Hotels of Switzerland and Germany

I would love to have this octagonal summerhouse in my garden.

The John Patterson Kidnapping in Mexico is one heck of a story. In 1974, John Patterson was abducted by the People’s Liberation Army of Mexico—a group no one had heard of before. The kidnappers wanted $500,000, and insisted that Patterson’s wife deliver the ransom.

The Social History Of The Kimono

The Evolution of Dance from 1950 to 2019 by Ricardo Walker and his Crew.

Looking to get away from it all post-pandemic?  “Basic lodging on leafy grounds, offering a cozy restaurant/pub, plus free parking and breakfast.”

The Joy Ai Weiwei Gets From His Cats