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The Checkbook Principle and the Box of Chocolates
Sooner or later, probably all of us notice that there is something small in our lives, something we do, that is a metaphor for something much bigger.
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Living Aboard: Why, Yes, ALL Kinds of People Live on Boats!
Living aboard a boat a viable, preferable housing alternative for many people, including families and retirees.
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Restoring an Antique Trunk and For Young Women a Lesson in Man-Speak
How I restored an antique trunk and why I did it (how men communicate through the things they do.)
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Nursing Homes and Understanding a Good Day to Die
As a whole, we Americans are missing something important about how we handle the deaths of our old people.
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Summer Heat and My World's Best Swimming Holes
Memories and photos of a few fantastic swimming holes.
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There is Nothing Small about Small Talk
An explanation of how there is much more to small talk than what is commonly assumed, with examples.
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The First Bike Ride of the Season
A recreation of the somehow always new joy of the first time you ride your bike each spring.
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Out of There
Ever had one of those times when you worked hard and long and finally, finally get to go home? Did it feel something like this?
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The Perfect Symbol: Yin Yang
An explanation of the origin of the Yin Yang symbol and praise for its elegance.
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Life on an Aircraft Carrier
This is why every person in America should watch the documentary "Carrier", which is about life aboard the US Navy's nuclear aircraft carrier Nimitz while on a deployment to the Middle East.
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The Real Meaning and Value of the 7-38-55 Rule of Communication
An explanation of the famous 7-38-55 rule of communication and an example of its effective application.
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Talkin' Like Tarzan: Two Embarrassing Rules of Basic Grammar and Four Quick Tips
Six basic rules of grammar. These are crucial to speaking or writing well; these are crucial for not embarrassing yourself.
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How to Easily Embarrass Yourself and Consistently Lower Your Social and Professional Standing
Here are a list of reasons of how knowledge, or lack thereof, of basic grammar affects your life.
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Boating Quotes that Pull Like a Sail
A short compilation of especially meaningful quotations about sailing and the importance of a boat in a person's life. Also, a reference to a source for more well-expressed thoughts about boating, sailing, sailboats, and sailors.
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Two Seconds Later, Sailing in Apra Harbor, Guam
Timing is everything, they say, and it certainly was amazingly wonderful timing one day when out for a sail on a small boat on Guam's Apra Harbor.
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The Three Best “Feel-Good” Inventions of All Time
A reminder of three common luxuries that enhance our lives on an emotional level.
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The Inescapable Algebra of Life: Modus Ponens and Modus Tollens
Algebra as a metaphor for basic and crucial logical reasoning in our lives. Modus Ponen and the troublesom Modus Tollen, the unstable foundation too often used in our lives.
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Tripping on the Light Fantastic: Richmond’s Tacky Christmas Lights and Decorations Tour
A "FYI" piece about a Christmas tradition of outrageous residential Christmas light decorations. Cool videos!
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Combating Modern “Metro-Vampiricals”
A tongue-in-check guide to battling modern vampires of all kinds.
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How to Make a John Wayne Toilet Seat
The title just about says it all . . . except addressing the question, "Why?" Because if you know someone who loves old Western movies and particularly John Wayne movies, this makes a pretty good gift. (The recepient will think of you daily!)
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The Great Dog Escape of Snowmaggedon
A dog's short but valiant attempt to run free during a snowstorm.
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Outsmarting the Stoopid Dog
I finally found a way to outsmart an 18-lb Schnauzer . . .
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Jack Russells? Nuthin' but Nuts!
A quick story - actually, two stories - of the huge heart of a little dog.
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Little Green Army Men
An amusing story of what surprise comes out of a kid's mouth when he's playing with the classic little green army man toys.
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The 1110 Crew
A short story that epitomizes the lovable craziness of four college roommates.
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Ya gotta watch out for Dick
Three examples of our neighbor's quiet, gentle, but sneaky sense of humor.
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McDonald's, Burritos, and Starbucks: Memorable Keys to Effective Communication
Explains in very simple, memorable terms the three keys to effective outgoing communication.
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How to Remove Tree Stumps With a Power Washer
A fun and easy method of removing tree stumps by using a power washer and a hand saw. There's no need to blow up the stump; learn how to dig it out with the help of the power washer.
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Real Gifts for Real Men, for Christmas, Father’s Day, and Birthdays
This is an explanation of what makes a good gift or a bad gift for men. It includes examples but is not a mere list of suggestions. Its purpose is to give women an understanding of what makes men love or hate any gift given to them.