In today’s Quote of the Day, The Sage highlights how we complicate life: “Most problems aren’t as complicated as the excuses we make for them.” A witty reflection on how excuses weigh us down, and a reminder that clarity and action often emerge the moment we stop avoiding what needs to be done.
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Advice of the Day: Food & Foolishness
The Sage warns us about canine temptation: never trust a dog to watch your food. A witty and relatable “Advice of the Day” about snacks, dogs, and inevitable disappointment.
This Day in History: 18 November 1878 — The Night Watch on Frances Street
On 18 November 1878, John Burke stood trial at the Old Bailey for breaking and entering the home of Frances Marshall. Caught fleeing with burglary tools, he was convicted and sentenced to twelve months’ hard labour. This retelling reveals the harsh realities of Victorian crime and punishment.
Quote of the Day: Search for the Truth
In today’s Quote of the Day, The Sage contrasts honesty and comfort: “If you want the truth, ask a child. If you want reassurance, ask an adult.” A thoughtful reflection on how children speak plainly while adults soften reality, and why knowing the difference is its own form of wisdom.
Advice of the Day: Soap & Suspicion
The Sage shares a vital piece of social survival advice: no matter how good the soap smells, never walk out of the restroom sniffing your fingers. A hilarious and painfully relatable “Advice of the Day.”
Advice of the Day: Target Practice
The Sage shares his boldest advice yet: fire first, define the target later. A hilariously chaotic “Advice of the Day” about success, confidence, and creative reinterpretation.
Quote of the Day: Inner Peace
In today’s Quote of the Day, The Sage reflects on the link between peace and silence: “Most people want inner peace; few want the silence that comes with it.” A thoughtful, gently humorous reminder that calm requires stillness, and that true peace is found when we learn to welcome quiet rather than avoid it.
This Day in History: 14 November 1770 — The Silver Tankard Affair
On 14 November 1770, John Buckley was tried at the Old Bailey for stealing a silver tankard from a London public house. Caught with it hidden under his coat, he was convicted and sentenced to seven years’ transportation. This retelling explores tavern culture, theft, and Georgian justice.
This Day in History: 13 November 1784 — The Copper Heist in the Night
On the night of 13 November 1784, James Thomas broke into John Parleyman’s London home and stole eighty pounds of copper in a hempen sack. Tried at the Old Bailey in December, he was convicted and transported for seven years. This retelling shows how one night’s burglary became a journey to Australia.
Quote of the Day: Silent Wisdom
In today’s Quote of the Day, The Sage reflects on the quiet art of restraint: “Half of wisdom is learning when not to say ‘I told you so.’” A warm, humorous reminder that true insight often lies in choosing peace over pride, and kindness over the pleasure of being right.
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