Going To Paris

February 5, 2026 Fun to know about this alternate version. Still prefer the rawness of the original — fits the raw (crude) lyrics better.

Charlottesville February 1, 2026 I don’t often think of myself as a leader. I think of leaders as being CEOs and such. But the following essay reminds us that we are all leaders, and because of that we have certain responsibilities. The essay: Whether we’re immersed in warmth and love or burdened by heartache and loss, each day starts the same. With every sunrise, we have a choice. Exactly one month ago, we ushered in a New Year with anticipation for what the next twelve mo

Charlottesville January 30, 2026 Well, this news is disappointing. I look forward to David Brooks’ insights each week in the NYT. His opinion pieces inspire me and make me think. They’ve made me better person. Granted, I do find that I often agree with his perspectives on issues. But it’s much more than that. It’s his humanity, his encouragement that we can do better, and his inspirational insights into these chaotic and often disappointing times. Time to Say Goodbye Ja