“My Song”, a movie about identity

This film is 24 minutes long, and worth attention in every frame.  It is done by folks in the UK, so they use British Sign Language (BSL), with audio and captions.  You may want to have tissues handy.

2013 March: Marching On

I couldn’t resist, really – if you know me, you know it’s true. A play on words cannot go unplayed. For me, March came in with a bit of a roar, and went out quietly just before a cheer. Of course, we’re now more than a week into April, and the big news just hit …

How Superstitions Start

I have to throw away my shoes. They’re fine shoes, my go-to shoes for a quick dash out the door, but there’s something about those brown shoes that make Doug’s friends see red. They haven’t said anything outright, they don’t really seem to take note, but there’s a strange coincidence between their worst occasions and …

Dishwasher Inspections

I’ve been inspecting dishes as I unload the dishwasher for many years now, perhaps you do too.  The thing is, the jets in that machine are fabulous at what they do, washing many dishes at the same time, but there are a few food bits that can hang on until they get some special attention …

Grace is a Gift

He stood in his doorway, an old man sobbing like a small child, a millionaire baffled over a $5 can of mixed nuts.  A gift, for no reason other than an expression of care, was beyond comprehension for this successful businessman and world traveller.  He understood trade well. Much of his money was gained by …