Author: Simon
Everything
“Everything you buy makes everything you own less valuable.” In Trento, Italy they discovered the remains of a Roman town under one of the main squares. this is part of the artifact hoard.... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Cognitive Dissonance
Cognitive Dissonance Phrase: A sense of discomfort that comes from holding two conflicting beliefs or from acting in ways that conflict with one’s expressed beliefs. Example 1: Loving both cows ... Read More
The Status Quo
“The status quo is good at surviving protests.” “Public art, flowers and a tree.Better than a church tour for me.” Rhyming couplet at no additional charge.... Read More
A Diaspora
“The costs of migration are greatly eased by the presence in the host country of a diaspora from the country of origin.” Paul Collier in Exodus One of the reasons that the United States is so ... Read More
Remembering
“The important thing to remember is that I’m probably going to forget.” Author unknown or perhaps forgotten I took this photo on the front lawn of hotel where we stayed next to Lake Iseo. It... Read More
A Happier Life
“The unselfish effort to bring cheer to others will be the beginning of a happier life for ourselves.” Helen Keller The photo is from Edolo a small town we passed through on one of the transfer da... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Busking
Busking Verb: playing music in a public place for voluntary donations. Example: Busking is often against the law but tolerated. A Busker is person who Busks. It looks like I’m going another week... Read More