Dr Wingnut

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  • Wabi-sabi

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    A catchall term for a 16th century Japanese discipline that combines the notions of wabi (things that are simple or humble) and sabi (things that gain beauty from age).Wabi-sabi in the home, according to Lawrence [The Japanese Art of Imperfect Beauty, by Robyn Griggs Lawrence], is “flea markets, not warehouse stores; aged wood, not Pergo;…

  • Patience

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    How poor are they who have not patience!  What wound did ever heal but by degrees?William Shakespeare

  • Trouble with their sons

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    A Jewish businessman in Chicago sent his son to Israel for a year to absorb the culture.When the son returned, he said, “Papa, I had a great time in Israel.  By the way, I converted to Christianity.”  “Oy vey,” said the father, “What have I done!”He took his problem to his best friend.  “Ike,” he…

  • What is the sound of one hand clapping?

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    The thought came this morning that it is the sound of a male homo sapiens engaged in the practice of masturbation.  Save the kittens.

  • Conviction

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    Courage is more than standing for a firm conviction.  It includes the risk of questioning that conviction.Julian Weber Gordon

  • Montage-a-Google

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    Montage-a-GoogleIf you’ve ever had trouble opening a stuck door, here are some ideasVery cool sidewalk chalk artPeople who look like their dogsMeat-scented air fresheners.  “Funky fresh!”Create your own monster via email from Good Experience newsletter.

  • I really want to work here!

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    Finally a consulting company that I could really shine at, not a consulting company filled with dweebs like Arthur Andersen in the 1990s.  Read all about it at Huh Corporation