On One Side
Being on one side or the other of an issue in this year’s election is quite likely. How about we talk instead about what kind of food you like? We could debate chocolate chip cookies versus oatmeal. Sweet or salty, Read More …
Category: general
Prepare Your Rebuttal
Can you plan ahead and prepare your rebuttal in advance? You would certainly think you could; setting the presidential candidacy – and the debacle of a debate – aside for a moment. Are you prepared for any argument that may Read More …
Scuttlebutt
Sometimes, the best way to learn the town’s scuttlebutt is to go to the local business owner’s office. In a meeting today, all we had to ask was “So, whats the deal with…” All the answers came out. The answer Read More …
One Little Letter
It was my fault. Well, me and my husband anyway. We did it on purpose. We decided that we would replace the PH with an F, in Sofia. How could one little letter cause so much concern? The Italian (and Read More …
Changing Your…
It isn’t easy, changing your name. I know, I have done it. It is far more complicated than changing your mind that is for sure. Yet, every day, people do it. New driver’s license, social security card, passport, bank accounts, Read More …
Fair Trade
Today, I saw something that I think must have been a fair trade. Two street parking spaces for an outdoor dining terrace. What do you think? A local tavern that recently changed ownership and I’m thinking they considered many ways Read More …
Coloring Books
Ok, I admit. I am not sure what the big deal is with adult coloring books. By adult, you know that I mean for people over 18 and not for toddlers – certainly not the other meaning you may be Read More …
Memories
Throughout our lives, the best things we have are memories. Our childhood, family events, moments with friends and later, our spouse and our children. Certainly as we age, remembering becomes more dear, but even our children hold on to theirs Read More …
Why Not?
So today I heard someone at the store say, “Why not? It’s on sale and Christmas is coming soon…I was going to buy this but didn’t know it was only $20! That’s a great deal.” I totally understand. That is probably Read More …
Know Your Customers
There are so many great road warrior stories that could (and should) be shared. Some of my road side observations make me wonder: “What were they thinking?” or, even an incredulous: “Do you know your customers?” Maybe Miller Truck Leasing, Read More …