Archives for Opinion - Page 20
Time is Money
Einstein taught us that energy and matter are convertible with a cute little formula that I confess after several courses in college physics I don't really understand. But as a…
Of Principles, Wal-mart and GLBT
My blood rarely boils at things I read, most of the time I just brush it off and go back to my laid back personality. But then there are times…
Of Speeding, Money and Time
I was reading PFadvice's post on whether it is possible to drive slowly. I recalled coming across another article that had some interesting thoughts on the benefits of driving fast…
One week in Bangkok: Day 4 & 5
The last few days I've been absorbed in the conference I came out here to attend. But I have managed to squeeze in a few outings before the trip is…
One week in Bangkok: Day 3
Today I was finally able to get out and about a bit, and to learn more about this country. Thailand is actually a kingdom, a constitutional monarchy, and the only…
One week in Bangkok: Day 2
Today the US dollar is worth exactly Thai Baht. Which is pretty much the same as yesterday () but possibly due to the nuclear test by North Korea, major currencies…
Orbitz and Lesbian Travel
"I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel's sake. The great affair is to move." -- Robert Louis Stevenson The Media Awareness Network reports that,…
One week in Bangkok: Day 1
This week I'm in Bangkok on a business trip. I'm supposed to keep travel costs low now in the fourth quarter to help the company make its numbers. But I…
Tall vs. Short: The Debate over Earning Potential
"All limitations are self-imposed." -- Ernest Holmes Mark Borden of The New Yorker recently reported in an article called Shortchanged that there is a connection between height and money earned.…