Sometimes I just stumble across fun little facts and/or tidbits. When that happens, they will wind up duly noted in this category.
Despite his having been out of the public eye for so long, it’s sad to know that Walter Cronkite, who died yesterday at the age of 92, is some how no longer there, in the background, keeping alive that last vestige of the true TV journalist. I’m old enough to remember Cronkite, and all the memorable events he reported. Hope you enjoy the video clips, including Johnny Carson’s hilarious take on Cronkite’s retirement.
Read moreI’ve come across the videos from these guys before, and they are pretty funny. So here’s something that’s just for fun.
Read moreThe internet is great because you sometimes stumble across things that just take your breath away. I came across such a thing this morning. What is most likely one of the largest and most intricate paper sculptures (and certainly one of the most beautiful) is on display in Tokyo at an exhibition called Umi no Ue no Oshiro (A Castle On the Ocean ).
Read moreThe start of a new series trying to better observe the humor in each days happenings.
Read moreDon’t ask me why, but I got interested in determining what, if any, difference there is a between a State and a Commonwealth in the United States. (I guess it might have something to do with working a project for the Commonwealth of Virginia.) The short answer is that there isn’t much of a difference.
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