I like sharing my thoughts, opinions, and experiences about the world around me—without turning the focus inward or making things overly personal. I’ve always been curious about how people live, think, and interact beyond their familiar surroundings, especially knowing that many never get the chance to venture far from where they were born. I’ve been fortunate to travel around the world, and those experiences have shaped how I see things. Travel has a way of challenging assumptions, broadening perspective, and revealing how much we have in common despite cultural differences. When I write, I enjoy reflecting on what I’ve seen and learned, and sharing those observations in a way that others can relate to, whether they’ve traveled extensively or not. My goal isn’t to tell a personal story for its own sake, but to offer insight, perspective, and thoughtful commentary drawn from real experiences. I write to explore ideas, compare viewpoints, and share what the wider world has taught me along the way.
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What a difference a century makes
Here are some statistics for the Year 1919: The average life expectancy for men was 47 years. Fuel for cars was sold in drug stores only. Only 14 percent of the homes had a bathtub. Only 8 percent of the homes had a telephone. The maximum speed limit in most cities was 10 mph. The …
The Laws of Life
1. Law of Mechanical Repair – After your hands become coated with grease, your nose will begin to itch and you’ll have to pee. 2. Law of Gravity – Any tool, nut, bolt, screw, when dropped, will roll to the least accessible place in the universe. 3. Law of Probability – The probability of being …
Walmart in China
We thought our WalMarts had it all. Crocodiles. Bulk Rice. Mixed meat for the choosing. (I’m sure they all washed their hands first!) This is all so sanitary, isn’t it? No wonder the corona virus spread quickly. Turtles and frogs. Yum, Yum! You guess! (It looks familiar, but definitely not something that I have eaten …
Why is Australian Sand Soccer so Popular?
When the NFL began all the dancing in the end zone and then decided that kneeling for the National Anthem was OK, I decided that I was thru watching NFL Football. I began looking for another sport to replace my Sunday entertainment interests. I had settled on Beach Volleyball which I found interesting but the …