Monthly Archives: July 2008

FIAT MONEY: a primer


I admire good writing – writing that is clear, unambiguous and free of clutter. The Gettysburg Address, given by President Abraham Lincoln in 1864, is a great example, especially the first sentence where he stated: “Four score and seven years … Continue reading

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BIG BEN GETS TAKEN TO THE WOODSHED


At least we’ve got one Senator with balls. U.S. Senator Jim Bunning from Kentucky, a Hall of Fame pitcher in the 50’s, tells it like it “t-i-is.” He refuses to mouth the trite, feel good, pabulum-of-the-day put out by others … Continue reading

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GOT TIME?


“In rivers, the water that you touch is the last of what has passed and the first of that which comes; so with present time.” – Leonardo Da Vinci There is no past. There is no future. There is no … Continue reading

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KEYS TO SUCCESS IN MUSIC


“Practice, practice, practice.” Ask any professional about the keys to success in music and you’ll usually get this answer. Of course, this is correct, but incomplete. Success requires a combination of at least five factors separate elements: Practice (learning by … Continue reading

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MUSIC MUSINGS


The secret attraction of music lies in the welcome anticipation of what is coming next, whether sound or silence. The love of music engenders the music of love. Music should provide both familiarity and surprise . . . but not … Continue reading

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A STYLE OF HER OWN


She definitely has style. Her self-confident assurance and intuitive good taste, combined with a distinctive way of doing anything that puts her at least three years ahead of the curve. Her personality, revealed through her art; her photography, her sense … Continue reading

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