My mate just passed his NVQ in vegetarianism. He’s quiche stage one. I was once abducted by aliens. They made me wash my hands, blow my nose, clean my room, and eat my vegetables… Turns out I was on the mothership. My local greengrocer has won a contract to supply root vegetables to the SouthContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Vegetables”
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Advice of the Day: Stupidity
Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups. The advice “Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups” may not be the most constructive or respectful way to approach group dynamics, so this is not serious guidance! That said, it is important to recognize that intelligence is one, but not theContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Stupidity”
Thought of the Day: Money
You don’t own money, it’s just your turn with it. The statement “you don’t own money, it’s just your turn with it” is a philosophical perspective on money that some people may subscribe to. The idea behind this statement is that money is a temporary possession that passes through individuals over time and that noContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Money”
The Sage and the Double Decker Bus
The wise old Sage with hair so whiteRepaired the engine of a red bus so brightWith robes as white as driven snowHe worked with skill and steady flow The gears and parts were old and wornBut with his wisdom, they were rebornHe tinkered and he tweaked with careEnsuring the bus was in top repair TheContinue reading “The Sage and the Double Decker Bus”
Quote of the Day: Courage
“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak. Courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” Winston Churchill Winston Churchill was a British statesman and politician who served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1940 to 1945 and again from 1951 to 1955. He is best knownContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Courage”
Advice of the Day: Targets
To be sure of hitting the target, shoot first and call whatever you hit the target. This is not good advice! The advice of “shooting first and calling whatever you hit the target” is not appropriate when it comes to life goals or long-term aims. While it’s important to take action and make progress towardContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Targets”
Thought of the Day: Jaws
Our jaws can only bite upwards. So you can’t actually bite down. Our jaws have evolved to be able to open wide and move up and down to chew food. Because of the shape of our teeth, the jaw is only able to move upwards and cannot move downwards. This means that our jaws areContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Jaws”
Joke of the Day: Garden
In order to make a relationship work you have to make a lot of sacrifices…. Which is why I keep a large number of goats in my garden. My mate dug a hole in the garden and filled it with water…. I think he meant well. As I suspected, someone has been adding soil toContinue reading “Joke of the Day: Garden”
Quote of the Day: Fear
“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” Franklin D. Roosevelt Franklin D. Roosevelt was the 32nd president of the United States, serving from 1933 to 1945. He is often referred to by his initials FDR. He was a central figure in world events during the mid-20th century, leading the United States duringContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Fear”
The Sage builds a House
A wise old Sage with wrinkles deep,Built his house with hands so strong,With wisdom born of many years,He crafted walls that were wide and long. He laid the foundation, firm and true,And raised the roof with skill and care,For in his home he sought to find,A haven from life’s troubles to repair. He sang aContinue reading “The Sage builds a House”
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