Author Archives: Thom
Being good for nothing
I remember a joke from when I was a kid. We’d approach some other kid and ask them, “Does your mother pay you to be good?” Of course they’d say, “No!” We’d then laugh and proclaim, “Then you’re good for … Continue reading
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And the children are all above average
One of the most difficult things for adults to be objective about is their own children. Either they’re the smartest, most talented, most well-behaved angels ever to walk face of the earth, or they’re the most horrible monsters ever created. … Continue reading
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SOPA is bad. So is piracy.
Bob Sullivan, a writer for MSNBC.com and an opponent of the SOPA/PIPA bills that are causing our favorite sites to shut down in protest, raises an interesting point that is well worth remembering: So tonight, while you’re patting yourself on … Continue reading
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Book Review: Hidden Empire – Orson Scott Card
Anyone who knows me knows that I’m an Orson Scott Card junkie. I like the way he writes, and like the people he writes about. That said, I was not as impressed with his book “Empire“, when it came out … Continue reading
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Civil discourse
This segment is hilarious! I have no idea if this lady is for real, a good sport, or an actress, but this is just too good to not post: EDIT: The embed doesn’t seem to work. Here’s the link to … Continue reading
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Book Review: Great By Choice – Jim Collins & Morten T. Hansen
As a business-owner of sorts I am very interested in new findings in business and leadership. I recently was recently talking to my brother about my company and how we need a guiding vision going forward from our first successful … Continue reading
Quantum rallies, New Economy, superstition
Schrödinger’s Rally! Kuwait activist: Police disperse ‘stateless’ rally Of course, wouldn’t the police have to observe the rally to disperse it, thereby changing its state? Hey, give me a break. It’s friday. * * * * * Welcome to the … Continue reading
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Gratitude
I still haven’t worked out all my goals/resolutions for this year, but one I know will on the list is to focus on being more grateful. It’s not enough to just complain less. I need to recognize the good things … Continue reading
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Google in my head
Google is turning up their Creepy Factor yet again, though anyone who didn’t see this one coming isn’t paying attention: Google is sifting through the photos and commentary on its blossoming social network so its Internet search results can include … Continue reading
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Desperation politics
Politics brings out the worst in people. That’s no surprise. In the struggle to get elected candidates will stretch the truth. That’s also no surprise. But I have to admit I’m saddened by the depths to which some appear willing … Continue reading
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