Category Archives: Commentary

Schrodinger’s Box

In 1935, a discussion between Albert Einstein and Erwin Schrödinger occurred, centered around the Copenhagen Interpretation of quantum mechanics. Basically, the Copenhagen Interpretation says that Objects have pairs of properties that can’t be measured at the same time. Observing or … Continue reading

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Myopic Success

Interesting, I just copied these two words and pasted them in ChatGPT, this is what I got… “Myopic success” refers to short-term achievements or gains that are pursued or attained without considering long-term consequences or broader implications. This concept is … Continue reading

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Nepo Baby

I’m proud of being the last child of my parents. My father was a brilliant under-achiever, due to the Depression and WWII never got the education or experience, to match his intellectual hopes. He ended up retiring as a boilermaker, … Continue reading

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Some History

I may have mentioned before that I’m the only member of my family that was born in California. I’m not sure why history has been such a driving force, but it has been a defining interest. I’m not saying that … Continue reading

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Troubled

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

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The Dozen

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

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Alley Living

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

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Wisdom

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

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Oh No! Thinking about Time again.

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

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Synchronicity?

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

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