It’s Really All About Me
David Block
Just the Facts: Florida’s New Higher-Ed Law
If you’d like to know what the law actually says: this post simply summarizes SB266. The idea is to clarify the details so any debate can be about facts and not rhetoric.
Blintzes vs. Blini – What’s the Difference?
I’ve wondered what the difference was between blini and blintzes and found conflicting answers on the Internet, so after a good deal of research, here is what I’ve learned.
Indoctrination
Before you start reading, let me be clear about myself and my purpose here. I am a progressive, left-wing, registered democrat and I do not agree with what I’ve written in this post. “What?!” you say. “Why would you write a post to explain – and potentially galvanize – the other side’s point of view?”…
How to Digitize 35mm Slides
Series Introduction Almost three and half years ago I lost my father to ALS. I try to live up to his ideals every day, and I’m blessed to have felt I knew and understood him, partially because we were very much alike. I inherited some wonderful traits from him such as an analytical mind, a…
BBQ Wings
I know, I know. These are actually grilled wings, but once they are spiced, sauced and cooked, we in the north just call them BBQ wings. We use the term BBQ to distinguish these wings from other common wing preparation methods (Buffalo and asian/teriyaki). I love all wings, but BBQ has become our family tradition…
Anna Karenina – Leo Tolstoy
One Sentence Summary: A whirlwind study of humanity through the lens of the institution of marriage: moving in and out of the minds of every character to confront and challenge us with each individual’s choices, mistakes and elations as they navigate naiveté , love, adultery, embarrassment, bitterness, manipulation, societal pressures, and, ultimately, perspective on life.
Born a Crime – Trevor Noah
This book is at once an raw account of life growing up in South Africa under apartheid, and a tribute to Trevor’s extraordinary mother, who used her intelligence, street smarts and faith to provide her son with the tools necessary to overcome obstacles and expand his voice and influence far beyond his roots.
The Blackjack Life – Nathaniel Tilton
I picked up The Blackjack Life because I am a client of the author’s financial planning business and I was intrigued about how his background as a professional gambler might impact his approach to investing and financial planning. I walked away from the book learning much more: with a new understanding of the world of…
The Book of Joy – Douglas Abrams
Originally Published: September 22, 2016 Amazon One Sentence: The author moderates and documents an historic meeting between the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu to share their understanding of how we can achieve joy and happiness as individuals, how the process can change the entire world for the better, and, as a bonus, we get…
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