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Flattered Am I.

The nicest thing anyone has said to me in some time, said this morning when I showed up at my local Publix for the Moderna booster: "Sir, this booster is only for persons 65 years of age or older. May I see some identification?" 

Suspect Examination Techniques - How To Grill A Chicken.

Honey, Sandpaper, Persuasion, And My Mom.

A group called the "Extinction Rebellion" in New York is really upset. They believe that, if we don't do something right now the planet is doomed. Global warming is a really "hot" topic right now, and, whether you believe that human action or inaction can help to solve it or not, I recommend that you consider the wisdom of the wisest woman I have ever known...my mom. She was always offering me tidbits of her wisdom, with a passion and verve that called me to attention. "If you keep crossing your eyes like that, they will stay that way!" was a personal favorite. Of course, that resulted in a little rebellion by itself. But, perhaps the greatest wisdom she ever imparted to me was: "Son, you get more flies with honey than with sandpaper". It occurred to me, at the time, that a good flyswatter was a better tool; but, I got her point. So, when I got to Law School, and began my training in the persuasive arts, I used her wisdom, and tried to be pleasant and kind and to persuade with facts and ideas. So, it occurs to me that the Extinction Rebellion and other modern issue groups, who seem to think that stopping traffic in the busiest city in the world will cause them to flock to their cause, might be candidates for some mom wisdom. Is it just me, or does anyone else think that there are some busy commuters in New York City who are giving the finger to the members of the Extinction Rebellion? Or, closer to home, what attitudes were changed by the protestors who interrupted diners' meals in downtown St. Pete last year? Is the world now a better place because protestors have tantrums, and trash businesses, and jump up and down screaming about a perceived injustice? I render no opinion about the justice or lack thereof, of your cause. I just think you may not have been paying attention to my mom.

 

It's A Learning Experience...RV Driving In A Pandemic.

While we are having some nice long weekends in the RV, and being safe by not traveling by air or sea, driving a 36 foot truck down the road is a learning experience. Hugging the right lane, and staying below the speed limit is an invitation to the rest of the world to zoom past like they are in a hurry or something. Breaker 19. Breaker 19. We got ourselves a Convoy.

Invention Of The Pay Wall.

If you get annoyed when a news organization puts up a paywall online when you start reading an article, understand that they are trying to make a living, and need to supplement their advertising revenue. So, requiring paid subscriptions is a necessary evil. Annoying, but necessary. And, in case you wondered where the practice came from...

An Open Letter To Politicians, Religious Leaders, And Anyone Who Says They Know Better.

The older I get, the more I realize that religion and man made rules are really just a method for some people to control other people. Most rules and regulations are. Some control, of course, is a good thing. Reducing crime, for instance, by laws against bad behavior. But, it is a question when we criminalize behavior that harms no one, and, in fact, is just an excuse to control. For instance, why must I attend a Mass in order to preserve my eternal life. We should be talking about whether there is an eternal life, not setting down rules about how to sit in a pew. So, when a Priest tells me he knows what God wants from me, I have to ask. How do you know? When a politician tells me he knows whether, and how, I should wear a mask, or get an injection, or deal with others, I have to ask. How do you know? We have ceded too much decision making about our own lives and bodies to other human beings who have no idea what they are talking about. I suggest a new religion and a new political party. Let's have no religion or political party. Let's make decisions for ourselves, with the only rule being to harm no other. Politicians, priests, Popes, Social Media moguls, newspaper authors, press secretaries, sports figures, celebrities, just butt out. We know you don't know what you are talking about.

#WhyIAmASolo - I Don't Have To Deal With BigLaw Data Analytics.

Data Analytics in BigLaw is the triple whammy. First, it requires meetings. Second, it is only as reliable as the data collectors. Third, it wastes time that could be spent being a lawyer and a human being. Solo practice solves all three problems. 'Nuff said.

Stoic Wisdom From Pig.

It's true. You have the power to be happy. The portal awaits.

#ParrotSunday - Why Run When You Can Fly?

Name The Gasparilla Distance Classic Parrot. Every year around Thanksgiving, the Tampa Bay area celebrates the season with a long distance run. This year, they are promoting it by having a naming contest for the Classic Parrot, and it seems suitable for a post. Of course, some of us are long past the days in which we could run farther than the distance to the car; but, walking isn't out of the question. Gotta get those steps in! So, if you can't run, how about naming the parrot. Run, Parrot, Run.

You Don't Have To Get Dressed Up To Go To The Dollar Store.