How Do You Spell That?

Over the years, I've heard some references to previous attempts, organized and not-so-organized, to reform (or simplify) spelling in English. What I had no idea of is the number of reform movements out there that have put together systems for re-doing the whole approach to spelling and pronuncitation in English.

Click here to go to a page that lists a number of specific spelling reforms that have been made. If you start delving down into some of these you'll be amazed at the detail and differences in approach taken by various reforms.

Frank Lloyd Wright Designed Gas Station

Yes, Frank Lloyd Wright did design a gas station in addition to all the magnificent homes and office buildings he created. This station is located in Cloquet, Minnesota.

Minnesota Public Radio did a story about it. Click here to read and listen. The gas station is celebrating its 50 anniversary this year (2008).