As much fun as it is to settle in with an historical novel and picture how life was then, I can’t help but think of a very human necessity. The toilet. The Story I am working on now starts in NYC in 1917. By then, rich people having new houses built had indoor plumbing. But … More Outhouses and Soil Men: Toilets in NYC 100 years ago #history
We have a new addition to the Porter household, a water cooler. I seldom jump on fads and trends but I couldn’t resist this one! On sale at Bed Bath and Beyond for 30 bucks, how can you go wrong? The center cylinder is supposed to be filled with ice, but Mr Murphy ( aka … More At the water cooler for home use. #water
When my son was in elementary school I taught him one secret about tests. The answer to write down is not necessary the best answer or even the correct answer. It’s the one the teacher wants. For example, if the question “Who killed President Kennedy?” is asked, write down “Lee Harvey Oswald.” Although time and … More The number one way to pass a test. #test
It took decades, but the old tapes in my head are finally gone. I hope it does not take this long for other folks! I’m not sure why I had to go on this path, but lead on, Lord. Life is starting to make more sense because I have different ideas in my head, a … More I changed the tape in my head #tapes #listen #hear
Blessed are the merciful for they shall receive mercy. Matt 5:7 The Lord is merciful…and plenteous in mercy. Psalm 103:8 His mercy endures forever. Psalm 103 The Lord is gracious…and of great mercy. Psalm 145:8 …He delights in mercy. Micah 7:18 …it is of God that shows mercy. Romans 9:16 Let us therefore come boldy … More Mercy: New every morning #mercy
Fyre Festival was supposed to be the best Music Festival ever! People were scammed, conned and flim-flammed using the “power” of social media. What struck me was the founder, Billy MacFarland, seems to have no conscience whatsoever. But that is a symptom, not the problem. Raise a few generations without a real sense of right … More Fyre Fraud movie on Hulu: I recommend for Baby Boomers #FyreFraud #babyboomers
Dear Barnes and Noble: Pardon the pun. I’ve been reading news stories about you. You’re trying to survive against Amazon. You fired yet another CEO. Let me give you a few ideas. What can a live box store give that an online store can’t? Premium Customer Service. But this can’t be achieved when you’ve just … More Dear Barnes and Noble: It’s time to think outside the “box” #books #reading #writing #BarnesAndNoble
