PREVENT burglars stealing everything in the house by moving everything into your bedroom when you go to bed. In the morning, move it all back again. While the idea of moving everything into your bedroom at night and then moving it back in the morning might seem like a creative approach to preventing burglaries, it’sContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Home Security”
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Quote of the Day: Ignorance
“Ignorance, the root and stem of all evil.” Plato Plato (c. 427–347 BCE) was an ancient Greek philosopher and one of the most influential figures in Western philosophy. He was a student of Socrates and the teacher of Aristotle. Plato’s contributions to philosophy covered a wide range of topics, including metaphysics, ethics, politics, epistemology, andContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Ignorance”
Joke of the Day: Thursday’s thoughtless thoroughfare of thankless thunderclaps …
I gave up my job as a taxi driver. I kept driving my customers away. I decided that being a shepherd wasn’t for me. Every time I try to count my flock, I fall asleep. I quit my job at the helium factory. I refused to be spoken to in that tone. I lost myContinue reading “Joke of the Day: Thursday’s thoughtless thoroughfare of thankless thunderclaps …”
Joke of the Day: Tuesday’s timeworn turntable of terrible tunes …
What do the Titanic and Sixth Sense have in common? Icy Dead People. I was feeling lonely, so I bought some shares. It’s nice to have some company. I asked my kids if they liked my grandmother. They said she’s a great grandmother. How can you tell the difference between an Indian and African elephant?Continue reading “Joke of the Day: Tuesday’s timeworn turntable of terrible tunes …”
Apprentice Nicknames
My friend Mike in Australia heard some hilarious breakfast radio last week. In Australia, especially building sites, apprentice. workers often give each other nicknames. Sometimes really cruel, but also funny. Sensor Light – he only works when someone walks past. Noodles – he reckons every job takes 2 minutes. The Olympic flame – coz heContinue reading “Apprentice Nicknames”
This Day in History: August 29th
Here are 10 interesting historical events that took place on August 29th: I hope you find these events interesting! Thank you for reading my writings. If you’d like to, you can buy me a coffee for just £1 and I will think of you while writing my next post! Just hit the link below…. (thanksContinue reading “This Day in History: August 29th”
Joke of the Day: Tuesday’s tram transit of tasty tarts …
Played football last night on a pitch surfaced with rubble and broken bricks. We won 3-1 on aggregate. A lorry has spilled its load of bricks over the road. Police say queues are building. I got some barbeque-flavoured crisps. They taste of bricks and mesh. How do you hire a horse? Put a brick underContinue reading “Joke of the Day: Tuesday’s tram transit of tasty tarts …”
This Day in History: August 15th
Here are ten interesting historical events that took place on August 15th: These events showcase the diversity of historical occurrences that have taken place on August 15th, spanning from ancient battles to modern achievements in space exploration. Thank you for reading my writings. If you’d like to, you can buy me a coffee for justContinue reading “This Day in History: August 15th”
The Sage and the Cotton Bud
In a land where wisdom reigns so grand,Lived an old Sage with tales unplanned.His beard flowed down like a river’s bend,A wise old soul, a lifelong friend. One morn he rose from his slumber deep,From dreams of stars and secrets to keep.He searched his bed with a furrowed brow,For a cotton bud that had wanderedContinue reading “The Sage and the Cotton Bud”
This Day in History: August 11th
Here are ten interesting historical events that took place on August 11th: These events span a wide range of historical and cultural significance, showcasing the diversity of occurrences on August 11th throughout history. Thank you for reading my writings. If you’d like to, you can buy me a coffee for just £1 and I willContinue reading “This Day in History: August 11th”