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They Really Are From The Projects
The political commentator who fancies himself America’s Pinata recently criticized a number of Obama nominees because they didn’t credit public programs as having any influence in their successes. Instead they acknowledged such things as parental support, mentors, and teachers. Mr. Pinata should have the common sense to know that most of us would credit the people … Continue reading
Lawyers Are Still Hauling and Shoveling
Here we are several weeks later, and those Chrysler lawyers are still doing manual labor. I guess they are worried about being outsourced, so they stick to their handcarts. Something about guys who get up to $1,000/hr. for their services actually pulling their own carts makes me feel good. It’s also possible that the cart-guys … Continue reading
A Chin To Die For, Plus Poetry
I’m retired, and have no complaints about my career. At least officially. But I always thought I would have been more successful if I was about 6 inches taller, or had a great chin like say, Cary Grant. I was pretty sure of this. Last week I received an email from Robin, a Scottish friend, … Continue reading
Can You Say ‘Eat, Drink then Sleep’ in French?
Having researched more deeply into OECD’s Society at a Glance that was the basis for our last post, I am coming to the conclusion that I was born in the wrong country. Is it too late to get French? When they are not on strike, the French spend almost double the time we Americans do … Continue reading
Leisure Time Is Not An Oxymoron
Certainly thought-provoking, from The Economist. This chart begs for explanations. I wonder whether the data was observed or subject-reported. In my own case I would not take the time to self-report, as it would cut into my own leisure time. And for the record, leisure time should definitely be an equal opportunity pursuit. More to … Continue reading
Another Great Tearjerker – Links to Spoiler
We watched Will Smith in Seven Pounds last night, and I give it 5 stars. In addition to being a great tearjerker, it has a bit of mystery. Plus I think Will Smith is an outstanding actor. When they make a film about Barack Obama, he will get the part for sure…check out his ears! … Continue reading
Watch Out For Retired Guys With Free Time
In 2003 a team of thieves broke into a vault two floors beneath the Antwerp Diamond Center and made off with at least $100 million worth of loose diamonds, gold, jewelry, and other spoils. The vault was thought to be impenetrable. It was protected by 10 layers of security, including infrared heat detectors, Doppler radar, … Continue reading
Star Ship Putter – My Siren Song
I used to play golf before I retired. I do a lot of things backwards. Today I got an offer for a product that set my geek heart a-pounding. A Blu-Ray Putter, from my friends at Herrington Catalog. The only thing it doesn’t have is a power brick. If it had a power brick I’d … Continue reading
Coffee Cards Gone Wild, and Re-Loadable
Let’s start off by saying that Coffee Cards are a great gift item! I received one for a special occasion the other day, and it provided me many hours of pleasurable sipping and lounging around at my local Peet’s. Brilliant. But the mystery to me is that these cards are marketed as “re-loadable debit cards”; … Continue reading
Another Roadside Attraction, It’s … Fine Print!
I’ve been a CSAA member for over 40 years, and have always been happy with their services. So imagine my disappointment today when I opened a membership offer from them that is nothing but a series of bad directions.
On The Other Hand, Greeters Can’t Be Out-Sourced
Turns out I don’t have to become a Walmart Greeter after all; move over and make room for me cubicle-ites!
Just Another Mystery
- Weaving A Different Kind of Necklace
- Jumping into Spring
- The Art of Using Natures Bounty to Dye Cloth
- A Shibori Stitched and Felted Wrap
- Faux Fur, Vogue and Verve
- The Perfect Dance, Part 2
- The Perfect Dance
- The Vest That Mysteriously Turned Into A Purse
- Vintage Kimono Baby Booties
- Zipper, Keys, and a Linen Belt Buckle
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