One of my favorite old songs is "I Get Ideas". The essence of the love for the song stems from the fact that when I do get an idea, usually on the kooky side, the idea won't go away until I act on it by either boring my family with it or, expressing it with... Continue Reading →
Mental Illness on Display in the World’s Limelight.
Today at 4 PM you have the opportunity to see a Malignant Narcissist in all his glory. He is the "current occupant" of the White House and will, later today, be the center of attention to the entire world. The narcissist's dream come's true! It's no secret. As I write this, thousands of Psychologists and... Continue Reading →
Gullibility
Allow me to take you back to a simpler time--- 1983. How did we manage our lives without the internet? I find it hard to believe we watched TV without the ability to "fast forward" i.e. skip commercials. Today, I can watch a prerecorded football game in 60 minutes vs 3.5 hours in real time... Continue Reading →
I’m Warning You!
I'm a logophile. --- obsessed with words, their exact definition, and correct usage. I've had one of my scribbled, mostly illegible, notes sitting on my desk for several weeks now. It says "2 minute warning". The term's been used ever since the inception of the NFL, the National Football League. It came about due to... Continue Reading →
“Let’s All Be Calm”
My daily exercise, for the moment, is a 2 mile walk. Our home sits in a relatively small development which includes a small park, about 2 acres. I love it. The park is named after its benefactor, Mary Hayes Barber Holmes. As you approach the park itself, a stairway takes you up to the walking... Continue Reading →
Leaders and Liters
As you know by now, I'm a word guy. Any play on words is probably the most fun I'll have all day. The latest one that squirmed out of my brain occurred this morning, Hence, the title of this article. I found the following using the A-EYE genius to assure you that the title words... Continue Reading →
“… to the shores of Tripoli”
Throughout the 1990's, I was an avid reader, accumulating a library of well over 100 historical and documentary titles. No fiction. As I write this I cannot identify exactly why in the very early 2000's, I quit reading books altogether. I suspect the internet, cable TV, watching NFL football, and buying my own business had... Continue Reading →
Bobz Rules of Order.
No need for formalities here. The title of this piece is the "every man's" version of Robert's Rules of Order. Not to be confused with Robert's rules of Odor but, that's a totally different topic for a future article. Major media, right now, is all giddy over the prospects of Presidential "debates". This years "debate"... Continue Reading →
Blue Marble. The View from 18268.313 miles
Imagine, and, we can only imagine, how many articles currently sit on the internet containing this article's title. To my surprise, with the help of AI, I just learned that there are only 2 authentic Blue Moon photos; "NASA took a new "Blue Marble" photo of Earth in December 2022, the first since the original... Continue Reading →
Magnetic Levitation.
Hyperbole Alert! Reading the following requires an open mind. It won't be easy, but once you see the numerous benefits of the elimination of commercial air travel in the U.S., it's a "no brainer". Let's briefly look at the impact that commercial flight has on our nation and the world. Why do people avoid living... Continue Reading →
Lessons
Somewhere around 60 years ago, I considered myself a golfer. Actually, it was only one of several pastimes I used to hang out with my buddies, drink to excess, and just have fun. "Hanging out" and drinking are topics for another time. Right now, I want to tell you about the first golf lesson of... Continue Reading →
“Saving” Money
Let me take you back now to 1991. While waiting for some financial people to apply for a mortgage, I chose to kill time by browsing in a book store. I happened to pick up a book about advertising. The first line in the book was --- "All advertising is bulls--t" I'm not a big... Continue Reading →
‘Tis the Season …
No, not that one. 'Tis the season when the landscaping "Springs" back to life. Enjoy!
“Crappy Car Campaign”
C.C.C. or, the Crappy Car Campaign is my wild and crazy idea for raising large contributions to your favorite NPO, or Non-Profit Organization. My initial research tells me that in reality, the idea may not be as crazy as it initially sounds. The inspiration for the concept came from the real neighbors we had about... Continue Reading →
Hey-Zeus, Geez-us and the 40 Loaves.
As promised at the end of my previous article, the following is how my wife and I finally succumbed to the power of the olfactory sense. The title of this epic tale refers to the 2 phonetic versions of the name, Jesus. Of course, there's only one Divine Jesus, pronounced Geez-us but, google tells me... Continue Reading →
We Knead Your Dough
Where do I start? At the beginning? O.K. It all started in Kansas City in 1987. Just another week-end jaunt down Ward Boulevard with 2 teen-age kids in tow aimlessly wandering the shopping mall(s) to find ways of disposing of our disposable income. Having no idea how that this would be a watershed decision for our future, we stopped at a bakery. Not your... Continue Reading →
Walking and Chewing Gum; The Literal Interpretation
Apparently politicians of all stripes have a serious problem with basic motor skills based upon how often they accuse each other of being unable to walk and chew gum simultaneously. Just this morning I watched a very important Governor from a very important state accuse his opposition of this affliction. Instead of criticizing each other,... Continue Reading →
Life is ………
"Now I have a theme song ...... "
“What are You Doing in the House?”
In 1954 at the age of 9, and one of 10 children, I, along with my siblings, marched to the tune of our Mother's authority. We lived on a farm in a huge rented farmhouse on 60 acres. There were endless possibilities for children to entertain themselves outdoors. The daily protocol was to get out... Continue Reading →
Drunk Elbow or, Hazardous Jigsaw Puzzle Assembly.
This past Tuesday as I was about to, or so I thought at the time, go to sleep, an excruciating pain suddenly flared up in my left arm. I could also feel my heart beat accelerate up to 225 beats per minute. Fortunately, we have a quality heart monitor device so I strapped that on.... Continue Reading →
Empathic vs. Emphatic?
"Empathic Listening". This story is 100% true. I've subtitled this brief ditty: "Bob's Attempt at Nuanced Leadership". Malcolm is a department manager reporting to me, the Operations Mgr. He has a problem. His management approach is best described as bigoted bullying. But, as his boss, it’s my responsibility to give him the opportunity to correct his behavior. Too many managers believe... Continue Reading →
Free Weight-Loss Plan. And, It’s FREE!
This article is simply what the title says. "Free", as you're probably aware, means that this weight loss regimen costs no money, zero, nada, zip, nothing, not even a dime. Is that clear? Next in line, the definition of "weight loss". Right now, if you're paying attention and you want and need to lose your... Continue Reading →
Free Greeting Cards; or, (literally) “It’s The Thought That Counts.”
Recently, just before her birthday, while we were in the grocery store, I walked my wife over to the greeting card section and selected a visually attractive card containing the appropriate prose, handed it to her and, asked her to read it. After a light kiss on her cheek I said "Happy Birthday. I love... Continue Reading →
Pass the Malaise; “The Crisis of Confidence” Speech.
" --- just as we are losing our confidence in the future, we are also beginning to close the door on our past." On July 15th, 1979, then President Jimmy Carter delivered a nationally televised speech entitled, "The Crisis of Confidence". A few weeks afterwards the media and public opinion had renamed the speech the... Continue Reading →
Do It!
For about the last 6 months I have a little mind game that I use first thing in the morning. I invite you to try it. Start your day with the realization that you/we have a choice --- a critical choice. We can choose to pursue a positive daily goal, or we can dwell on... Continue Reading →
Fishing With Dad
My father was a fishing fanatic. Around the age of 11 or 12, I was, by default, his partner. I say "default", because all of my 8 siblings, of which, 6 were girls, became invisible and dodged the privilege of fishing with Dad on Saturday mornings. Dad needed a partner. I was no good at... Continue Reading →
“I Get Ideas”
As is the case for much of my inspiration, this article is a combination of an old song title and my daily caffeine high. Today's song, "I Get Ideas", originated in 1951. ( https://oldtimemusic.com/the-meaning-behind-the-song-i-get-ideas-by-tony-martin/ ) I was 6 years old then but, I'll swear that I've known the entire lyrics all of my life. "I... Continue Reading →
Homeward Bound
We were sitting in a railway station --- had our tickets for our destination. We were on a tour of one day stops --- a dozen small towns the names of which I can't recall --- our suitcases in hand. No guitar! Every stop had been neatly planned a few months ago over the phone... Continue Reading →
Where’s the Remote?
60 vs. 210 seconds to watch
Provocative Symbolism
strangers quickly become friends
The Garage Gallery
"....... a lot like falling in love."
It’s the Dopamine
"Thunderstruck ----- was our anthem."
CEO Bob, Update.
The following article was written in April of last year. Note the last line, "Stay tuned." I'm sure all of you have been riveted to your in box waiting. This past month I've been busy converting my stack of completed puzzle into home furnishings. The one you see is Bambi as a teenager (ha ha)... Continue Reading →
Street Vendor
And there I was. Selling my wares on the street, yesterday, August 6th. Didn't sell a single one. I will not be deterred. Look for me back on the streets of Pittsboro on September 3rd.
Puzzlupagus
"google" "jigsaw puzzle addiction"
Chloe and Mabel
"toilet training --- did not go well"
Puzzlupagus
"Technology hates me."
Let’s Go Bananas
how did the first monkey ever to eat a banana figure out the peeling?
Painfully Simple
"Losing 150 lbs. isn't easy -----"
Jigsaw Puzzles and Mindfulness
In Dec. of 2019, Rob Gronkowski, NFLsuperstar, was being interviewed as he assembled a jigsaw puzzle in his kitchen as therapy for his concussions he suffered throughout his career. This was pre-pandemic so my wife and I had never even thought about jigsaw puzzles until then. As we watched, I casually turned to my wife... Continue Reading →
“with liberty and justice for all.”
"we progress"
Victoria’s Odyssey
"the weather and the landscape put up a fight"
Costco
This is an unabashed, unpaid endorsement of Costco stores. I've never done this before for any company, but here's the exception. For about 10 years, every visit to Costco has been a positive experience for us. My wife and I always wind up buying more items than we had planned. I figured out why ----... Continue Reading →
Let Us Spray
"I used this form of corporal punishment ..... "
Pepi
"Everyone knows Lonnie."
Coaching The Witness.
"I need to take this call."
New Word Interpretation for the Elderly
"please do not mail your payment ...."
Ranting Goes “Prime Time”.
"I can't detect that he ever inhales."
Gregory Arias
"Bob" is such a nothing name. It means or signifies nothing. It can be a noun or a verb, but it's never a reference to a person. There are at least 28 noun and 13 verb definitions for "bob". How did I wind up with the name? It's an abbreviation for Robert. Unfortunately, when I... Continue Reading →
“Ticky Tacky”
"And they all look just the same"
The Other Cartel
"He laughed"
Presenting the First Nationally Televised Jigsaw Puzzle Assembly Competition.
. No football games to watch at the so moment so I'm TV surfing. Just saw a few small groups of young “fans” watching bowling, chess, and curling (sweeping the nation?) and cheering wildly for each strike, checkmate, or however they score in curling. Why not jigsaw puzzle assembly? Imagine the silence as nothing happens. O.K. It’s a... Continue Reading →
Falling Leaves 2023
This morning, while sitting out on the screen porch, I wondered how much longer I would need to wait for the last 2 remaining leaves on my Redbud tree to fall. If you recall, as I'm sure you will, I will not rake up the grounded leaves until ALL leaves are on the ground. I... Continue Reading →
Grifticians and Poligrifters
"the doners run the poligrifters"
The Garage Gallery
"....... a lot like falling in love."
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