Two Problems Solved
Two of the biggest problems facing cities are graffiti and illegally parked cars. Here is a combination...
Author: Simon
Maxim for October 1, 2007
"When you don't understand, think. If you still don't understand,...
Bad News for Democrats
1972 was the last time that an anti-war candidate for President met a less anti-war candidate for President. And...
Drowning in Spit, or the death of Baseball
Baseball players spit. It is part of the ritual. They all used to chew tobacco so spitting was a requirement. Now it...
Lead in Toys an Unexpected Consequence
Here is a prediction: The lead paint in toys recalls will turn into concern about all older toys. Many parents and...
Cindy Packard Richmond
Nurit and I had dinner with Cindy and Harvey Richmond on Sunday night. Cindy was a college friend of mine and we...
Mount Wilson
Master of the Universe Yes that is a picture of me at the top of Mt Wilson. On Friday the 31st of August I...
Sarcasm as a tool
In this brilliant letter one British politician uses sarcasm to point out how ridiculous another politician's policy...
Simon Receives a Service Award from the Mexican Consulate
In a beautiful ceremony at the Mexican Consulate in Los Angeles on August 19th I was presented with the plaque above...
Beach Balls in Stadiums, An odd ritual
We were at the UCLA Football game and it was a bright sunny day so some people were knocking beach balls around. It...
