Monthly Archives: June 2024

I’m faced with the ghosts of history. We like to think that we evolve, that we learn from our mistakes, that the worst of history doesn’t repeat itself. The trouble is that we are not entirely in control of events … Continue reading →

Reasons why good people are outstanding! 1. They give us hope 2. They are selfless, they are not takers 3. They are there for their loved ones 4. They are productive, and they prioritize 5. They don’t judge others, or … Continue reading →

I emailed a friend that I now lived in an alley behind the Casa Orinda restaurant. He asked if I had become a rat. A ridiculous suggestion, how could a rat afford an internet connection, or an iPad? There is … Continue reading →

Upon reaching 75, I presumed that I may have some words that may be wise. Just in case I ran my ten ideas through ChatGPT to see its analysis. “Your list of wisdom presents a collection of thoughtful and practical … Continue reading →

In our most magical moment, we made devices to measure time. At first they were hour glasses, with measured amounts of fine sand. Then at nearly the same time we made water clocks, driven by consistent drops of water. Massive … Continue reading →

So, I’m stuck once again because I can’t use the word “coincidence” to explain what has happened. I can’t use it because it doesn’t exist. It’s a lie, it’s a delusion, This is very complicated so I must go very … Continue reading →

Saying goodbye to a house/home that has witnessed a lot. Moving is only a concept at first. Soon it becomes a crisis. Why do I have possessions? What do I take with me to the future? And then there is … Continue reading →

We have a disaster plan. We purchased storage food from a doomsday/apocalypse company. We brought two 55 gallon barrels to store emergency water. And then we waited, knowing that mostly nothing would happen. But if something did happen, we would … Continue reading →

Some things get lost as time goes on. Probably because they are small and inconsequential. Nobody writes about it, even if it is an every day, every week, every month event. I obviously remember banks, we had savings accounts, and … Continue reading →