The Sage offers shocking wisdom: never trust an electrician with no eyebrows. A hilarious “Advice of the Day” about safety, sparks, and suspicious grooming.
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This Day in History: 9 December 1789 — The Case of the Missing Goods
On 9 December 1789, Thomas Davis was tried at the Old Bailey for simple larceny. The evidence failed to convince the jury, and he was found Not Guilty. This retelling highlights how even in Georgian London’s strict justice system, doubt could still outweigh suspicion.
Quote of the Day: Fridge Light
Today’s Quote of the Day from The Sage offers a humorous take on dieting: “Most diets fail because the fridge is closer than enlightenment.” A witty reflection on willpower, temptation, and why self-improvement often struggles against the irresistible convenience of the kitchen. A lighthearted reminder to show ourselves patience — and perhaps close the fridge door.
Advice of the Day: Workplace Worship
The Sage shares a divine solution for workplace napping: if you’re caught sleeping, just wake up and say, “In Jesus’ name, Amen!” A hilarious “Advice of the Day” about survival, creativity, and improvised holiness.
Quote of the Day: Dining Out
Today’s Quote of the Day from The Sage highlights the true value of eating out: “The bill is forgotten by morning. The company is remembered for years.” A warm and humorous reminder that meals shared with friends are worth far more than their cost, and that good company outlasts every receipt.
Advice of the Day: Upstream Survival
The Sage offers practical wilderness wisdom: always drink upstream from the herd. A humorous “Advice of the Day” about nature, survival, and avoiding bovine surprises.
Advice of the Day: Feline Disaster Prevention
The Sage offers life-saving home-cleaning wisdom: never hold a dust buster and a cat at the same time. A hilarious “Advice of the Day” about feline chaos, suction, and self-preservation.
Quote of the Day: Shopping
Today’s Quote of the Day from The Sage offers a thoughtful take on shopping: “Most people go shopping to feel better. The wise go to find out what they can live without.” A humorous, reflective reminder that true contentment comes not from buying more, but from understanding what we no longer need.
This Day in History: 2 December 1838 — The Boy and the Pewter Hoard
On 2 December 1838, sixteen-year-old David Leary stole 65lbs of pewter from London tradesman Uzziel Emarmel. Tried at the Old Bailey, he was found guilty and transported for ten years to Van Diemen’s Land. This retelling shows how a boy’s small theft led to exile across the world.
This Day in History: 1 December 1838 — The Servant, the Spoons and the Silver Basket
On 1 December 1838, servant Ludlow Tedder stole two silver spoons and a valuable bread-basket from her master, Fitzowen Skinner. Tried at the Old Bailey later that month, she was convicted and transported for ten years to Van Diemen’s Land. This retelling explores trust, temptation and punishment in Victorian London.
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