Thank you, my friend. Happy weekend to you!

I'd bet it's a variety of factors—more screen time, world-events like the pandemic, less alcohol consumption, culture shifts, etc. You're welcome! It's a remake of an early 80's Alan Alda film but there

It does seem odd but I think there was a wave of immigration from Europe to South America in the 1800's. I'm not sure if this is where the Amish communities there originated or not though. I had to look

I never factored ineffective communication into the population collapse crisis but it makes total sense! My wife and I have been watching Four Seasons on Netflix and one of the middle-aged male characters

I'm glad to hear that! I find I'm definitely happiest when I can incorporate the things that bring me joy. It just makes it feel like I'm living on the proper frequency and things seem more effortless.

I'm so happy that this little bit of serendipity raised your spirits on your birthday, Lizelle! The pie looks amazing. My birthday is just around the corner now—54 this year!

You got in there at just the right time by the sound of it. There's lots of opportunity during those times of transition. I sometimes wish the vibe of city neighborhoods could be more static but they

Thanks for the words of encouragement! It's been interesting to say the least. We've had things go wrong before with other properties but never to this extent. So far it's been—the furnace/AC, hot water

I can't believe it either. I still think about him every day, but in some ways it seems he's been gone forever. Yes, life has been a whirlwind lately. So much has gone wrong with the house. We're trying

AI is a slippery slope. Even most email platforms have AI assistants that do more than just check spelling/grammar embedded. Also, as you've mentioned, the tools that help identify AI-generated writing

Excellent writing!

It led me to write this post and get a poem started yesterday. The creation process for me is very much about sitting with/developing ideas that spark my enthusiasm.

Thank you!

The Stoics had a complicated relationship with emotions, I think. Lol. That's awesome that you're feeling enthusiastic every day. Dogs are truly better companionship than most people—they have such pure

Thanks!

I had no idea but had to look it up! I guess there are Amish communities in Canada, Bolivia, and Argentina.

I'm sorry to hear that!

I agree. I think it's so easy to get hypnotized by the routines of life that we're lulled into a kind of sleep. If we do this too long we don't even remember what it's like to feel enthusiasm for life.

Yeah, a change in perspective can make all the difference!

Thanks! There was a pretty big Amish community in Ohio where I grew up. We didn't have very much contact with them though because I grew up in the city. I'm glad you enjoyed this and I wish you a wonderful