It’s what we do for our own mental health. In every relationship there are times when our partner will do things that we perceive as offensive, insensitive, or just plain stupid. When that...
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Cigars and the Ladies
They’re not just for gentlemen…and never were. First, some facts and historical notes… In the tenth century a bored and desperate Mayan grabbed a handful of brown leaves, wrapped...
Cruising the Amalfi Coast
Better than driving the coast road. I’ve driven the Amalfi coast more times than I need to remember. I don’t really find it nerve-wracking, as long as you’re paying attention. There are guard rails...
Lazio, Italy — Part 2
A driving tour of the towns and villages north of Rome. In this second article on the medieval hill towns around Rome, we’re focusing on is the Rieti Province, part of the Lazio Region just...
Death by Stress
It may happen more than we realize. Most of us know that stress is detrimental to health. But is it as big a problem as heart disease, or cancer, or diabetes? We probably don’t think so, but we’re...
Get to Know Tristan Harris
A former Google Design Ethicist discusses how we are manipulated by internet search engines and social network providers. by Bill Wood If you’re reading this you’ve already displayed two...
Feeling in Love
Made possible through the wonders of neuro-chemistry. Romantics the world over will tell you there’s nothing else in the human experience that comes close to falling in love. The world and everyone...
Upper Normandy — Part 1
Exploring the beautiful medieval towns and villages just south of Rouen. Normandy, just west of Paris has some great history. It was settled as early as the 4th century b.c. and was the location of...
Setting Up Your Own Driving Tours
With some basic internet skills, you can set up your own driving tours of the most beautiful out-of-the-way towns and villages in Europe. Visiting the major cities is of course where one starts in...
Outrageous Tasting Menus
The Art of Very Fine Dining… The Price be Damned People who are passionate about food see it as an art form, and a meal of epic proportions can be an out of body experience. There are a number...
