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   The Insider

Vol. 5, No. 48
December 3, 1999


Another day, another dad.
Find out who it is after checking out what's new on the site!


NEW ON TRIPOD

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LETTERS FROM TRIPOD

What's in store for the world in the year 2000? Find out what Tripodians think will happen after the clock strikes twelve this New Year's Eve.


DISCOVERING THE LYCOS® NETWORK

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PREMIER BUILDER PICKS

Even if you're not ready for the cold, these member pages will get you primed for some winter sports:

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The Tripod Insider


Déjà vu: We have a new Tripod dad! (No, you're not going crazy from the holiday stress; this is an all-new edition of The Insider. It just seems like the same news.) Yes, we have another dad around the office. QA Intern Extraordinaire Derrick Kittler and his wife Brittany had a 7 lb., 7 oz. baby boy last weekend. Colby Robert Kittler arrived a little ahead of schedule, but he's in good health. Congratulations from everyone at Tripod!

In addition to the new dad, we also have some newly fallen snow — finally! It's been darn chilly here in Billsville. I don't think the mercury's risen above 20 degrees all week. Everyone's adjusting to the cold by pulling out the down, polar fleece, and ear muffs. The ground is finally frozen through. And my Halloween pumpkin is looking pretty tired. Guess it's time to retire it to the compost pile and bring up the holiday lights from the cellar.

Speaking of holiday lights, there are some pretty crazy lighting arrangements in and around town. There are some truly extravagant displays by the folks in neighboring North Adams. December just wouldn't be the same around here without them, that's for sure!


If you have any questions or comments, feel free to e-mail Anna.
Her mailbox is always open.

Anna Groskin
Insider Diva

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