I’m sick–physically, not sick in the head. Have had a fever and cold since Saturday that I’ve been unable to shake. So a simple pictorial post. Plus some statements from Wikipedia: “By April 2008, Bush’s disapproval ratings were the highest…
Pruning
There was an article in the New York Times titled, “But Will It Make You Happy?” It features a couple who decided to live simply–as in four plates, three pairs of shoes, and two pots. The wife, who was inspired…
The Giving Pledge
The Giving Pledge is an initiative drummed up by Warren Buffet and Bill and Melinda Gates to get billionaires to publicly pledge to donate the majority of their wealth over the course of their lifetime or when they die. 40…
Bow Chicka Bow Bow
Catching up with a friend yesterday during lunch at Mercedes Hair of the Dog cantina on Commercial Avenue, I got to hear this story (one of many dating stories he told me during the hour). So I started doing the…
On the Move
We’ve been flirting with the idea of moving, which means that on top of everything else I’ve got going on, I’m scouring Craigslist for apartments. There are some great places out there, including this gem in Telegraph Hill. Sunny and…
People Who Think
I tuned in to Anne Rice on All Things Considered the other day. It’s worthwhile to listen to. She talks about her decision to completely distance herself from Christianity and the Catholic Church. She was articulate and all of her…
Reality Steve
So right after that post, I glanced at Twitter and saw that Reality Steve posted the latest details on the Bachelorette finale on his blog. Apparently, his insider moles were wrong about Ali being single and she and Roberto are…
The Bachelorette Finale
I guess all will be revealed tonight on whether or not Ali chooses Roberto or Chris or neither. According to Reality Steve, who has insider information, she chooses no one. Can I make a suggestion? After all these months, you’ve…
Theme from Schindler’s List
Not only did I grow up playing the piano, I had the best music teacher throughout most of my years in elementary school. Mrs. Linney gave us a deep appreciation for music. We learned the history of music from the…
RIP Todd Crockett
A classmate of mine from business school committed suicide on Sunday. I only knew him for a long weekend. That was the first time I met him and the last time I saw him. I was the one doe-eyed first…