A Wine Story
How is our memory for taste?
This was put to the ultimate test today when I opened a spectacular bottle of wine. I’d like to share my story with you.
My BARGE 2019 Trip Report [Chapter 2/6]
The Fake Check-Deposit Scam
Read MoreI’m holding a check in my hand in the amount of $6,850.12.
It’s not worth 12 cents.
This makes me the latest unsuspecting target of a popular online and social media scam that’s been going on for years in various ways called the “Fake Check Deposit.”
Here’s what happened and how the scam works.
What Song Had the Greatest Historical Impact on the World?
Read MoreHere’s the latest edition of my series — “An Unconventional Convention.” Which song has been the most impactful in world history?
What Movie Have You Seen the Most Times?
Read MoreMy latest discussion in the Facebook series, “An Unconventional Convention.”
What is the famous quote or saying that provides comfort which you believe — if shared — might also help others? [An Unconventional Convention]
Welcome to the latest edition of my Facebook discussion series, “An Unconventional Convention.”
To read more and/or participate hopefully, click on the image below which links directly to the Facebook page.
Read MoreAn Unconventional Convention: Who is the Most Famous Person in the World?
Earlier this year, I launched a new forum for discussion on Facebook. I called this exchange of ideas — “An Unconventional Convention.”
Read MoreMovie Review: Chasing the Moon
Now approaching the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 space mission, get ready for a bombardment of well-intended but predictable homages and historical remembrances to humanity’s greatest technical achievement. However, one documentary towers above the rest. The latest episodes “American Experience” on PBS take a familiar story you may think you already know and add some unexpectedly compelling twists and turns — making this the best documentary of the year. In short, watching “Chasing the Moon” is a blast.
Read MoreBARGEian Rhapsody: My 2019 Trip Report
July 4th, 2019
It seems like a century ago. I was there in the hall that night at the Dallas Convention Center during the 1984 Republican National Convention when Ray Charles belted out the greatest of all odes — “America the Beautiful.” What a gorgeous melody and memorable moment.
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