We've had the PC Police running rampant for decades now, but their latest effort, banning the word "bossy", sounds like something that was conjured up on a preschool playground. I'm sure George Carlin would have a field day with this one if he were still with us. But since he's not, how about a classic quote from George. "I don't like words that hide the truth. I don't … [Read more...] about Bossy
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Indy Voted Best Convention City
In a USA Today poll at 10best.com, Indianapolis was voted the Best Convention City. While that is cool, they could have used a photo that didn't make the city appear so dark and gray. … [Read more...] about Indy Voted Best Convention City
Death by Exercise
When I hear of people dying while jogging, or doing any other generally accepted form of exercise, it really gives me no incentive to exercise to that extent. … [Read more...] about Death by Exercise
Media’s Definition of “Exclusive”
If the goal of the media is an "exclusive", why don't we see more unique stories as opposed to chasing the same thing that everyone else is? Find the story instead. … [Read more...] about Media’s Definition of “Exclusive”
Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.
"Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can." - Arthur Ashe This is how I take on my own life, but it is easy to get caught up in the "if I only had ________" thought process. Do your best given your situation, and be grateful for what you've been able to do with what you have at your disposal. In the end amazing things will happen. … [Read more...] about Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.
Twitter Killed The Asides
Over a decade ago I was a blogging madman. Then I got into podcasting as well. Then somehow Twitter came in, and I found/find myself tweeting far more than I blog or podcast. That said, it is time to wrangle some of the tweets in, and put them on my own domain instead, under an old fashioned "Asides" category. Prepare yourself, for the Asides are coming. … [Read more...] about Twitter Killed The Asides