religion and evil
People are never so completely and enthusiastically evil as when they act out of religious conviction. Umberto Eco
articles
the homeless
Tonight I did something I have never done before. I sat down, took time, and spoke to one of our homeless people.
the future is here
The future is already here – it’s just not evenly distributed. William Gibson
before diagnosing depression…
Before you diagnose yourself with depression or low self-esteem, first make sure that you are not, in fact, just surrounded by assholes. William Gibson
pay attention to Eleanor
Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people. Eleanor Roosevelt
well said, Benjamin
Well done is better than well said. Benjamin Franklin
testing your will
Life has many ways of testing a person’s will, either by having nothing happen at all or by having everything happen all at once. Paulo Coelho
my credo
I never had to apologise for something I didn’t say. unknown
you should go to Pompeii
If you have never been to Pompeii, we can recommend it. Be warned, though, you will not find it to be an uplifting experience. But you will find it to be moving,
soundbites
Soundbites and the three-word slogan have become the norm in most of our communication. They pervade our television news and our newspapers. They even influence our entertainment.
the curse of the bass player
Have you ever wondered why people who play bass guitars are the way that they are? Perhaps this story may help to explain.
do not buy a Jawbone UP, or buy from Selfridges
Whilst Karenne and I were in London in July this year, I bought two Jawbone UP2 devices from Selfridges. What a mistake that was.