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Do You Hear The Four Questions, Fernando?
What is Dave wearing today? Dave is wearing a pink polo shirt with toucans on it. Or are they parrots? Dave doesn’t know from birds. Let’s ask James Bond. What is making Dave happy today? Dave took care of a few things…
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Frankly, My Dear …
Dear Hollywood, Please stop using “from the studio that brought you …” as a selling point when you promote new movies. It’s disingenuous. It’s ludicrous. It’s like EMI telling people they’ll enjoy Iron Maiden’s “Dance of Death” because it comes…
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Cults, Myths, and Conspiracies
On Tuesday, hundreds of Qanon supporters turned out in Dallas1, believing that John F. Kennedy Jr. would return from the dead and dance the batusi with Steve Buscemi.2 Spoiler alert: JFK Jr. didn’t show up. But the bigger picture is…
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The Four Questions Want a Girl With a Short Skirt and a Long Jacket
What is Dave wearing today? Dave is wearing a red polo shirt, gray shorts, and a pair of sneakers. What is one thing that’s making Dave happy today? Dave had a good conversation with a colleague today. What is Dave’s inspirational thought…
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Meditation Observations
Today is the 500th day in a row that I’ve meditated. To celebrate, I’d like to share five hundred things I’ve learned: There are infinite ways to meditate: I like guided mindfulness meditation, but there’s no end of things to…
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Leave It to The Four Questions
What is Dave wearing today? Dave is wearing a teal polo shirt. What is one thing that’s making Dave happy today? Dave took a little nap after his visit to the ophthalmologist. What is Dave’s inspirational thought for the day?…
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The Four Questions Gave Good Face
What is Dave wearing today? Dave is wearing a green polo shirt and shorts. Earlier today, he wore a brown hoodie because it was a bit chilly out. What is one thing that’s making Dave happy today? The Complimentary Spouse made Dave…
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There Is Nothing Either Good or Bad, but Thinking Makes it So
I don’t have a successful relationship with self-help books. When I pick one up, it’s either because the name catches my eye — “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck” comes to mind — or I hear about it…
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Just The Four Questions of Us
What is Dave wearing today? Dave is wearing a blue polo shirt, an Alabama sweatshirt, and shorts. What is one thing that’s making Dave happy today? Dave started a new book — and this one has drawings! What is Dave’s inspirational thought for…
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Whimsy in Havana
I wrote a post yesterday about a display of whimsy I discovered in Sarasota. I just realized that I didn’t mention one of the most whimsical places the Complimentary Spouse and I have ever visited: Havana, Cuba. When Americans think…
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If There’s Something Strange in Your Neighborhood, Who Ya Gonna Call? The Four Questions!
What is Dave wearing today? Dave is wearing a Bucs polo shirt and a pair of shorts. What is one thing that’s making Dave happy today? Dave had shakshuka for breakfast. It’s a traditional Middle Eastern breakfast dish with eggs and a…
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How A-Door-Able!
I often hear the word “whimsy” used to describe things that are weird, but I think the definition goes far beyond that. Whimsical things are quaint, imaginative, and surprising. They catch you off guard and make you smile. Here’s a…