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Murphy’s Law for ChatGPT: A Humorous Take
You know how sometimes you do something just for giggles? That was me this week. I was researching something unrelated. Suddenly, a mischievous thought popped into my head: What would Murphy’s Law look like… for ChatGPT? I couldn’t resist. I typed in the prompt and hit enter. And, ChatGPT did not disappoint. Here’s what it…
New Page Created
Hey all. This is a brief note, sort of a public service announcement. I just posted a new page showcasing my apprentice THL Astrid Esbjornsdottir‘s creative creations. Enjoy!
From Craft to Courtesy: Exploring the Role of a Laurel in the SCA
Hey there, fellow SCA enthusiast! To continue our series on peerage, we will dive into what it really means to be a Laurel. A Laurel holds a significant role in our beloved Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA). Think of a Laurel as a living library of knowledge about the SCA’s ways, history, and traditions. This…
Perplexing Pictures In Manuscripts 7
Two grotesques from the Vaux Psalter, Lambeth Palace Library MS 233 f.15r. Glad you are back for another perplexing manuscript picture. It’s hard to believe these two grotesques are from the lovely Vaux Psalter. Just look at the left grotesque’s fearful dirty look. Dramatically amazing. But what is it? And why? Michael Camille in his book Image On…
Unlocking AI: Tips for Using ChatGPT Effectively
“Whosoever desires constant success must change his conduct with the times.” -Niccolò Machiavelli (1469–1527) AI is moving fast, and there’s no denying that it’s becoming a part of our everyday lives in interesting ways. Whether you’re exploring it for fun, to help with research, or to make tasks easier, ChatGPT can be a helpful tool….
Perplexing Pictures In Manuscripts 5.
British Library Additional 14761 f. 30v c. 1340 Spain, N. E., Catalonia (Barcelona) I was surfing the British Library’s manuscript collection again for possible pictures to use on a scroll and noticed the cute bunnies in the manuscripts. Especially in the 14th century. So many, they weirdly multiplied like rabbits. But another thing you’ll notice is how…