Dave
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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 he had been putting off. What is Dave’s inspirational thought…
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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 from the same label as the Beatles’ “St. Pepper’s Lonely…
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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 worrying. I’m not the first person to realize that, for…
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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 for the day? Dave heard this today: “Gratitude is a superpower.”…
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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 try if you’re interested. It’s always useful, even when it…
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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? Dave came across this quote by Heraclitus: “No man ever…
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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 pot roast for dinner. What is Dave’s inspirational thought for…
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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 from a friend. If the book resonates with me, I’ll…
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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 the day? Dave heard this quote by Rick Hanson today: “If…
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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 about Havana, they usually picture dilapidated buildings, food shortages, and…