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We are an easy mark for sales people. We know this and typically try to avoid sales pitches whenever possible. Unlike Cindy, I have little experience shopping. I understand that hating shop, but being prone to buy may be unusual. … Continue reading →

I used to be in charge of the Christmas letter. No one else would bother and I thought I was funny. It is evidently easy to get me to do things if you tell me I am funny (or clever … Continue reading →

You are likely familiar with the expression “Never look a gift horse in the mouth”. You probably know what the expression means but not why. I would only be guessing, but I assume looking in the mouth of a horse … Continue reading →

Happy Thanksgiving Day from our cabin in the North woods of Wisconsin. The turkey is on the Green Egg, the grand kids who are here are watching the parade, I have a fire going and wifi is working. Time to … Continue reading →

If you are a politician, being a flip flopper is a negative label your opponent tries to lay on you as an indication that you follow the crowd of public opinion. This seems a bit unfair as admitting your were … Continue reading →

Most mornings I walk to a Starbucks about 1.5 miles from the house. The trip is a combination of exercise, coffee, reading and writing. Plenty of steps for the old Fitbit. The distance to “the office” is not a problem, … Continue reading →

Lately, I have been focusing my time on my serious blogs. I was starting to feel guilty ignoring my commitment to amuse my friends by commenting on frivolous topics and events. Nothing meeting my standards seemed to be happening. Finally, … Continue reading →

I just ran across an NPR piece (with audio if you would rather listen) investigating the retirement decision of college faculty members. I appeared too late to influence my decision, but I did find it to be an interesting read. … Continue reading →