Category Archives: Random Musings

One of the most perfect moments in music is the second movement of Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring. It’s also far too short. Perhaps that is for the best. I might melt down if it were longer. * * * * … Continue reading →

So, what do I think about “Occupy Wall Street” and the copy-cat protests starting up around the country? The same thing I thought about the Tea Party protests originally: I’ll wait and see. While I did attend a Tea Party … Continue reading →

I watched this interview with Chelsea Clinton today. I’m pleased (and a little relieved) to see what a lovely and gracious young woman she’s become. I remember the out-of-bounds criticism launched at her when she was a teenager in the White … Continue reading →

We went to a fundraiser picnic for an animal sanctuary last weekend. It’s interesting to see the type of people who tend to support animal causes. To say we stood out is an understatement. Most of them had multiple and … Continue reading →

Feeling lucky? While sometimes luck truly is luck, there is new evidence to suggest that we can create our own luck sometimes. Psychologist Richard Wiseman conducted a study using people who would self-describe themselves as lucky or unlucky. His findings? … Continue reading →

My brother recently wrote a blog post about the social custom of “going for coffee” and how non-coffee-drinkers, like Mormons (or rather people of the LDS faith, to be more accurate), miss out on some significant networking opportunities because of … Continue reading →

Warning: I’m feeling a bit snarky today. If you’re feeling snarky too, best move along down the interwebs. Remember that one guy, the “reporter” who moved in next door to the Palin family in Alaska while he wrote a book … Continue reading →

There is a marketing poster in the office where I work for one of our affiliate companies. The marketing text reads something like “Acme’s got you covered!” Someone came along with a pen, circled the “Acme’s” and added “SP!” I’m … Continue reading →

I recently read an article wondering why Hollywood made so many successful movies about WWII during WWII, and yet most all the movies about 9/11 have failed. I think the writer overlooked some very obvious differences about the times–and Hollywood … Continue reading →

In light of my recent posts I should give some credit where due. The media, who has in the past been very quick to start pointing fingers and laying blame, has been carefully avoiding speculation on the shooting of eleven … Continue reading →