I love a good quote, and I wish I was one of those clever people who had a million of them readily accessible for every situation, attributions included, but alas, despite numerous books of quotes at the ready, I’m not. I’m the person that can paraphrase and give you the gist. I might pull the speaker’s identity if it’s a quote I’ve referenced before. I’m … Continue reading I’ve Started A Quote Notebook
Language allows us to communicate clearly, but it also allows us to obfuscate. That people use language to mislead, misdirect, and corrupt frustrates me. There are so many other, more beautiful options. Like books. I always want more. There’s an adage about knowledge. To understand something, you need to be able to explain it clearly to someone else. Learn one, do one, teach one. This … Continue reading “Important” Doesn’t Mean “Good”
Once upon a time, there were limits to how you could waste your “one precious life” (Mary Oliver). It mostly involved time spent at community gatherings and in conversation. Less enjoyable in the winter months, especially pre-car. Luckily, there was radio. People could sit together and listen to the news, music, and serial entertainment. Together was still part of the entertainment equation. Then came television … Continue reading Podcasts, social media, and inputs – an off-the-cuff joint.
My desktop is again cluttered with memes I’m waiting to share. The perfect opportunity is more rare than one supposes, however. I suppose that’s why they say, “Perfection is the enemy of good.” I hope to meet the wise oracles of “they” one day. Regardless, it sounds like good advice. So, enjoy. Or don’t – I accept zero responsibility. All that matters is I’m free … Continue reading Desktop cleanse, mark 537.
