AERA and academics have descended on Philadelphia. I am here to catch up on the latest in the world of education. I keep getting distracted. First, there was the opportunity to attend the frozen four (note – this is not an autocorrect fix – it is hockey. I do know the tall guys in short pants are playing basketball.). The hockey tourney actually begins after the conference, but planning was required. Flights had to be rebooked and youtube lectures created (I still have a job). Then, it turned out to to be tech week. Philly claims to be a technology hub. New one on me, but I am certainly not an east coast guy. Anyway, the geeks were gathering last night to show off their indie games and to set the Guiness record for the largest Tetris game (pretty esoteric if you ask me).
Sure enough, the geeks were out in force. It was cold and drinking beer when it is 40, windy, and I am without parka is not my idea of having fun. With the exception of the cold temp, it reminded me of waiting for fireworks to start on July 4. It had to be dark and the supposed start time passed without any action. Not knowing what to expect or which building was to be transformed I kept scanning the skyline. Finally, I spotted it and took a picture so I could leave.
What a week, first it was a record cold day (-5 on Apr. 1) in Grand Forks and now the largest Tetris game in Philadelphia. What could possibly top such experiences?