Can you believe that we're now in number seven of "The Naughties"? Isn't it truly astonishing how the years peel away with exponential speed? My mother starting warning me about the phenomenon when I was in high school, but I never listened...

But this year is going to be a good one no matter how quickly it passes. I feel it down to my core. It is already panning out to be a good year for me (new job, fun trips planned for the spring) and I have such faith that it will be full of chang... read more

"The most beautiful experience we can have is the mysterious. It is the fundamental emotion which stands at the cradle of true art and true science. Whoever does not know it can no longer wonder, no longer marvel, is as good as dead, and his eyes are dimmed." - Albert Einstein

It's funny how a quote from one of the best known men of math and science can rock me to my emotional core. I cry for anyone who cannot be inspired, be filled with wonder, hum with curiousity, or find the courage... read more

Titillating headline, no? I couldn't help myself. LOL

No, I didn't have a wardrobe malfunction or participate in any naughty pursuits. I simply went to a Halloween costume party sans costume for the first time. I had a crazy fun time. What an unexpectedly fantastic way to hone your social skills! Once you figure out how to use your non-costume to your advantage it can be very...well...rewarding (I got free entry into a venue, free drinks and yummy young male attention). I may make i... read more

I just love seeing oddball regulars at pubs. Tonight featured a Brit who was SO happy that a custom-made period military uniform had arrived from England (after three years of being in "production") that he decided to wear it to the pub. Quite a strange sight to see a middle-aged guy in a coat with a stand up collar, epaulettes, and long tails sitting on a ratty stool in a dirty bar. And this guy worked the attention he attracted to his advantage: he flirted with a young punk-inspired gi... read more

Damn! Last night was a nutty one. I'm usually quite friendly and outgoing, and, of course, last night was no exception to that particular rule. But it was remarkable for one reason: I literally couldn't stand or sit still for more than a few seconds without some lovely person introducing themselves and striking up a conversation. I've been in lively social settings before but never to this degree. It was really odd and absolutely fantastic. I don't know if it was the vibe of Decom, my ... read more