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His survey of St. Louis's fountains finally carried Jim McCloskey to Aloe Plaza and 'Meeting of the Waters.' a wonderful set of river-themed sculptures, well worth a visit.  And let's not forget all of the controversy kicked up when the composition was first unveiled in 1940!      
The Aquatic Quiz #17
Celeb Tweet: 'If Swimming Is GreatExercise, Explain Whales to Me'  
Ripples #105
An Encore Presentation of the Top 10 Ripples Items of All Time  
A Rippling Departure
Back in 2008 and 2009, lots of folks weren't too shy about letting me know I was nuts not to pursue the opportunities embodied in digital media and the Internet.   The most persistent voice among those who doubted my sanity was that of Lenny Giteck.  I had nominally been his boss at
Ripples #104
'Touch the Wall': Missy Franklin, Kara Lynn Joyce Swim on Film
Ripples #103
Swimming: Keeping Oldsters Going Despite Their Infirmities
Ripples #102
43rd Annual International Nude Swim Competition Held in Mulhouse, France  
Ripples #101
12-Story-Deep Swimming PoolBoasts Underwater Walkway  
Ripples #100
Shakespeare Classic Performed In U.K. Edwardian Pool Complex  
Ripples #99
Two Dudes Turn '69 Coupe de VilleInto Rolling Hot Tub, Plan to Race It