Today’s Advice of the Day from The Sage: “Keep your phone battery at 100% by never leaving the house without a very long extension lead.” A perfectly impractical solution for modern anxieties, proving once again that true wisdom lies somewhere between genius and utter nonsense.
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Thought of the Day: Common Sense
Today’s Thought of the Day from The Sage: “Common sense is like deodorant. The people who need it most never use it.” A witty reminder that wisdom, like freshness, is most noticeable by its absence — and often missing in the very places it’s most required.
Quote of the Day: Anne Teak on Memory
Today’s Quote of the Day comes from fictional philosopher Anne Teak: “History is written by the victors, but remembered by the ones who can’t find their glasses.” A witty reflection on how memory shapes truth, with Anne’s signature mix of historical perspective and gentle absurdity.
This Day in History – 21 August 1848
21 August 1848 — Old Bailey Session: Thomas Lancaster faced trial for coining counterfeit coins. In the same session, Albert Brown was judged for poisoning, and John Boosey for pocket-picking.
This Day in History – 19 August 1844
On 19 August 1844, John Morphew was convicted at the Old Bailey for stealing a rasp and horseshoes from his farmer-employer—a crime against trust as much as property.
Thought of the Day: Snacks and Happiness
Today’s Thought of the Day from The Sage: “You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy snacks — which is nearly the same.” A playful reflection on life’s simple pleasures, reminding us that while snacks aren’t enlightenment, they’re often close enough to keep spirits high.
Quote of the Day: Eric Shinn on Patience
Today’s Quote of the Day comes from philosopher Eric Shinn: “Patience is a virtue — mostly because it takes so long to learn.” A tongue-in-cheek reflection on the slow art of waiting, reminding us that impatience is just a sign you’re still learning patience.
Thought of the Day: The Judging Kettle
Today’s Thought of the Day from The Sage: “A watched kettle never boils… unless it’s judging you.” A playful twist on the old saying, this whimsical musing invites us to imagine kettles as petty kitchen critics — silently timing their boil for maximum comedic effect.
Advice of the Day: Key Security
Today’s Advice of the Day from The Sage: “Never lose your keys by welding them to your car.” This brilliantly impractical tip ensures key security at the expense of convenience — perfect for those who value peace of mind over practicality, and don’t mind explaining themselves to strangers.
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