I am repeating the three questions explored by Michael Thompson here who had picked them up from the self-help author James Clear: Does this need to be said? Does this need to be said by me? Does this need to be said by me right now? How many times do…

Are people going to try Hidden Valley Ranch ice-cream? This is an actual limited edition flavor that is coming to U.S. Wal-Marts on March 20. Van Leeuwen is partnering with Hidden-Valley to bring this unprecedented concoction to ordinary ice-cream eaters. What will it taste like, really? Does ranch dressing really…

Or How Can Writers Balance Between Repeating Themselves Unnecessarily and Better Zooming In On the Impenetrable? — In the English language(as well as the thousands of other languages) it is so easy to use terms or phrases that are redundant. Here are some examples. “My head feels hot to the touch.” Well, by what other sense would you feel heat? Not by taste! “I am facing a…

The other day at the grocery store, I found myself performing a peculiar task. While in the canned vegetables and fruits section, I started resorting the shelves. Literally, I started repositioning each out-of-place object back to its proper space and lining up each item front and center. I was not…

This humorous piece by Ellie Scott lists 32 uproarious yet surprisingly insightful life lessons learned after turning age 32. After perusing the list and lol-ing at each item, I am drawn most to lesson number 13: “It might feel like a win to take down a full pint of Ben…

This humorous gem from Sean Kernan had me counting my blessings that I have not experienced similar things in any jobs. In some past workplaces, perilous situations or chaotic circumstances resulted in my eventual departure. …

This is my 23rd piece written in February 2023. At the beginning of the month, I made a goal to publish 28 pieces for each day in February. Certainly a common and worthy challenge, I determined the month’s brevity would allow me an easier chance to meet the lofty goal. …

In this piece, writer Robert Isenberg gets up close and personal as he recounts his adventures in shaving. Isenberg is brave to dive right into each facial hair with none other than the age-old straight razor. Sure, the centuries-old razor has yielded many-a-time bloody results. …

When night comes, do you find it difficult to drift off to a restful slumber? Do you find yourself reaching over to grab your smartphone, getting up to go to the restroom, or pumping your pillow for extra fluff? You are far from the only one. One third of adults…