Once in a while, a grown-up will ask me, “Tell me a little about yourself.” The first thing I think is, Oh boy, here we go! When I start talking, it’s like a rocket blasting off—there’s no stopping it. But I’ll try to make this short. A Brief Tour Through My Early Years I grew up in the 1950s, and…
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When Words Are Cheap And the Writers Are Even Cheaper
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24 Ways to Stop Working When Falling from Grace Becomes the Ultimate Side Hustle
You’ve seen the ads. A guy standing next to an expensive sports car parked in front of a mansion that probably isn’t his, shouting about “Discover Passive Income Streams” and “The Secrets Billionaires Don’t Want You to Know.” Ridiculous, right? But here’s the thing. Those internet charlatans are nothing compared to the heavyweights of infamy, the fallen titans who’ve mastered…
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¡Hola, Bonjour, 你好! Diacritical and Accent Marks Mean International Appeal
In 2025, I’m making it my mission to become a better writer. My first goal? To reach a broader, more diverse audience—people who appreciate sharp humor, thoughtful insights, and a touch of global perspective. To create writing that connects with readers from all walks of life in France, Spain, Portugal, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Netherlands, Turkey, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia,…
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Who’s Calling the Shots? Getting to Know Your New Cabinet Members
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term, he has announced a colorful and eclectic team for his administration, with selections as unique as their life stories. From Marco Rubio, the duct-tape visionary as Secretary of State, to Kristi Noem battling Velcro Dependency Syndrome as Secretary of Homeland Security, this cabinet promises a blend of brilliance and unconventional backgrounds.…
