I believe Schmuck is a Jewish or Yiddish term for a fool. But that was way back when I was a kid living in Ohio. So at that time, it was more simple ignorance then foolishness. Definitely not the more vulgar interpretation, I chose this word here because I have been thinking (70 years later) about one of my favorite snacks as a kid. It was peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. (PB&J) The jelly I...
Continue reading...Observation
Comments about observable things in general. Sounds better than “Uncategorized”.
The ID-monster Within
I discovered the personal id-monster that is present in FaceBook and other Internet based information sources. The id-monster also resides in the cable TV system. The personal id-monster is a reflection of me as these systems have been monitoring my activity in their computers for years. The system(s) build and hold a profile of every contact (information) I make with the systems. Recording what I view and classifying my interests. The more time spent the...
Continue reading...Thank You Dr. P
There was a person in my life when I was probably 10 years old that totally influenced my entire life. Thinking about him now, 70 years latter make me feel very melancholic in a good way. Sad because I don’t know if he ever knew the effect he made. But then in a way. I am sure he did. Totally depressing is that I don’t absolutely remember his name. I know he was a dentist...
Continue reading...Home Ceiling Fans
I have been running some tests in my home, in severe winter weather, to reduce the elevated upstairs room temperature due to over heated first floor air rise to the 2nd floor. My house design has a huge open two story atrium space in the middle area of the home. There is a large open balcony to the downstairs area. The space is easily 50% of the floor area. The home has two separate HVAC...
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