Author: Simon
An Affliction
“I’m okay if you don’t consider old age an affliction.” My good and thoughtful friend The photo is of the foothills of the Alps from the Bersi Serlina Winery where we stopped to do an ... Read More
No Regrets
Good days bring you happiness. Bad days bring you experience. This optimistic saying was on a Postcrossing card I received from Russia. It was unsigned so I can’t give direct attribution. But a ... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Superlative
Superlative Adjective or Noun: A form that denotes the best. Examples: “The world’s oldest human made canal.” “The Tri-State area’ s largest bowling alley” The maus... Read More
Ride or Race?
“Are you on a ride or in a race? On a ride you enjoy the experience. In a race you’re trying to win. Which approach you choose makes a big difference.” On this week’s blog we will ... Read More
How to give a Speech
“Stand up to be seen.Speak up to be heard.Sit down to be appreciated.“ Pithy advice from Teddy Roosevelt on how to give a political speech.... Read More
Global Warming Good
Otzi the Iceman was discovered in 1991by some hikers in the high Alps near the border of Austria and Italy. He had been frozen in a glacier for 5000 years. It appears that he was murdered. From his mu... Read More
Words Seldom Seen: Bast
Bast Noun: Strong, woody fibers, such as flax, hemp or jute, obtained from inner bark and used historically in the manufacture of woven goods and cordage. Example: Otzi used bast to tie his leather ga... Read More