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#TBT - Were We Ever That Young?

#TBT - Not All Great Men Are Famous

Not all great men are famous, or rich, or politicians. The gentleman seated in the middle of the row, wearing a bow tie, was my grandfather. He was the first lawyer in the family; and, was proud that I became a lawyer. He attended early Mass every day of his life. I honor his memory.

#WhyIAmASolo - Elon Musk Can't Tell Me What To Do

Elon Musk. Elon Musk believes that a person needs to work 80-100 hours a week to "change the world". Hey, Elon. I don't want to change the world. I just want to live happily in it. Hey, did it ever occur to you that working those kinds of hours, and the sleep deprivation required, might have something to do with your current problems? No judgment here. Each person gets to decide how she lives her life. But, for me, living rationally, and sanely, and concentrating on what I can control, is enough. Change the world if you like. But, someday you will die just like the rest of us. Enough said.

Birthday Reminders And the Internet - You Don't Need An App For That

Birthday Reminder - Apps on Google Play. In the early days of the Internet, we used to tout its anonymity and the ability to be invisible by saying: "On the Internet, nobody knows you're a dog". And, in the days when Internet messaging was text, that was true. However, as technology advanced, and data collection increased, and artificial intelligence became better, anonymity became impossible, and the problem now is trying to keep things private. I thought of this today as I celebrate my 71st birthday. No sense denying it; nor would I try, because the Internet knows everything about me. In fact, it even knows what gadgets to display in front of me on the sites I visit, tempting me to part with my money. Of course, I could reduce my presence, and the data collection; but, I am addicted to the relevant information it brings me. So, thanks in advance for all the birthday greetings. I love you all. I am pleased that you choose to take some time to remind me there are good people in my world. But, you don't need an app for that. Just tell me occasionally that some of us are still around who care about a better world for all of us. Thanks.

Why Are All Hotel Gyms Empty?

How to Get a Good Workout in a Crappy Hotel Gym. And, for the totally useless piece of information of the day, I give you an article on how to get a good workout in a crappy hotel gym. This article makes several dangerous, and incorrect, assumptions. First. when I am in a hotel, the last thing on my mind is the gym. I am focused on food, the cleanliness of the room, and comfort. There is a reason, other than germophobia, that these things are always empty. Second, nobody wants to work harder planning a workout than actually doing it. Assuming that I would ever go into a gym in the first place (highly unlikely), I certainly wouldn't miss the breakfast buffet to do it. Third, don't you have a meeting to go to, Superman? 

Paper Is Technology, Too

Well-Read Life%u2122: The Peace of Paper. Execupundit today highlights this piece from the Well-Read Life blog that extols the use of paper and pen or pencil for notes taking and other uses. It recalls for me the Spaceship Earth ride at DisneyWorld, which takes you on a tour of the history of communication, beginning with stone age man writing on cave walls. The invention of paper by the Egyptians was the seminal event in the history, making the transmission of human thought available, and progressing to the invention of the printing press, and, ultimately, the computer and devices we use today. But, there is something focused, and magical, about putting pen to paper. I have used the LiveScribe pen for a couple of years now; and, it is a marvelous combination of pen and paper, and digital data that I love. I take notes, and keep my calendar and appointments diary on it, as well as a digital calendar. But, each morning, when I print my digital calendar and prioritized task list on a piece of paper, and place it next to my LiveScribe notebook, it really helps to concentrate my mind on the day at hand. We have come a long way from cave walls and papyrus; but, we are still human beings trying to communicate with each other in a permanent way. Write on. 

Mom And Dad In Korea

My cousin sent me this photo of my mom and dad in 1946, just after the end of the War. I was born a year later. Thank God I got mom's hair.

#TBT - My Favorite Skins Fans Photo

I have posted this one before; but, every Fall it seems to me that D.C. in the Fall was my favorite time and place. I miss those days.

Hurricane Preparedness - Batteries, Batteries, Batteries

How your phone can help before and during a hurricane | Android Central. We Floridians are sanguine about hurricanes. Those of us who have lived here forever have been through them and know how to prepare. But, in an Internet age, it is important that we understand how to keep the lines of communication flowing. When the power goes out, it doesn't help to have computers, and smartphones and other gadgets that require electricity to charge and run. I have been accused of never seeing a power bank I didn't buy. I have a few, and seldom use them. But, if I ever need them, I am ready. I have a 20,000 mAh Anker with USB-C, USB-A outputs that will charge my phones up to 10 times. It is a big, heavy sucker; but, it sits next to my desk at home. For my friends in the Panhandle, be safe today and tomorrow. For the rest of us, you have time to prepare for the next one. Check out these tips from Android Central. There are also some good articles at the Florida Bar's LegalFuel website that are lawyer specific. Be safe out there.

Kenneth Branagh And The Saint Crispin's Day Speech

Michael Wade's recent post about the "Tennis Ball" scene in Henry V reminded me of the better "Band of Brothers" speech by Branagh on the eve of Saint Crispin's Day. When I am going to trial or an important hearing, this speech gets me going. It also works on a Wednesday morning when you would rather stay home. Kenneth Branagh is the best actor of our age, and Henry V is the best film. Now, get to work.