If you haven't been in a library in a few years, you might want to check one out. Libraries have changed a lot in the last decade -- and many today have all sorts of non-booky things: audiobook collections to rival Audible, maker spaces to create anything from 3-D printed objects to t-shirts, to banners, … Continue reading Why I Love the Winter Park Library (Reason 47) + Serendipity
Author: Michael
My Gym Lobby In January
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Thursday Three: The Random Edition
Every so often, and rather irregularly on a Thursday, I'll post a short article called THURSDAY THREE. I'll include three things I've been reading, thinking about, doing, or watching that I've found interesting. Will cover topics A-to-Z. Here goes for this week, featuring three things I've come across that I found interesting, weird, or both: … Continue reading Thursday Three: The Random Edition
Let’s Hear It for Gratitude (Werner’s Door)
He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has. ~ Epictetus I try to be more grateful each and every day. In fact, on Twitter (I refuse to call it X, such a silly name) I regularly tweet this: My goal … Continue reading Let’s Hear It for Gratitude (Werner’s Door)
Christians — What Do You Think?
I don't mean for this to be political, but I suppose it is. So, take it for what it is. In this holiday season, I'm really curious what Christians -- real ones or sorta-kinda ones -- think about this. I would like to know. I get confused when so-called Christians, especially those yelling and screaming … Continue reading Christians — What Do You Think?
A Little Life Changer (And, Oh! It’s About Marmalade.)
Sometimes there are things that creep into your life that truly change it. A new person. A different place. An unexpected event. A book, a movie, something you watched on TV or heard on the radio. And, THEN... there's marmalade. Marmalade, schmarmalde, you say? Who cares about marmalade, I mean really? Let me tell you... I've … Continue reading A Little Life Changer (And, Oh! It’s About Marmalade.)
Old Friends
My friend, Davidcito, also known as El Gallo, likes to say: You can't make new old friends. And he's right. Friendships are both intriguing and sometimes hard to explain. The connection might be having grown up together, a work or school relationship, deep shared interests, or something else. Just like there is shared chemistry between … Continue reading Old Friends
Saving World Landmarks, One At a Time
On a recent trip to Europe, we came across this building that seemed to be under a little duress. Being the civic-minded fellow I am, I thought I'd better lend a hand. So far, so good, as this leaning tower is still standing, although I didn't risk climbing it. Let me know if … Continue reading Saving World Landmarks, One At a Time
A Story about Miguelito, His Pals, and Beer
My friend, Miguelito, moved to a new town along the Florida coast a couple of years ago. Soon thereafter he went into a local waterfront bar and ordered three glasses of beer. The barkeep thought it a little odd that Miguelito asked for all three glasses at the same time, but complied as his customer … Continue reading A Story about Miguelito, His Pals, and Beer
Unwinding, Simple Pleasure, and International Travel
I've been a traveler -- thanks Mom and Dad -- since I was a wee lad. It's now in my blood and I can't imagine not having regular travels as part of my life Got started, probably, at a very age while still in swaddling clothes... we'd take three or four camping trips in Indiana … Continue reading Unwinding, Simple Pleasure, and International Travel