“I’ll take human behavior for 50, Alex.” “The answer is, ‘Objective, disciplined and patient.’” “What is, ‘What we’re not?’” “Correctamundo.” Being successful in life isn’t rocket science. And yet, it eludes most of us. Successful investors are objective, disciplined and patient. Which is precisely why I leave my investments to[…] Read On
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Young and Dumb
I’m in excruciating pain right now. The good news is that it only hurts when I sit, stand or lie down. I know it sounds bad but don’t worry; this is nothing new. I’ve had this ruptured disk forever. The pain is usually manageable but I occasionally do something sensationally[…] Read On
The True Meaning of Life, the Universe and Everything
For years I’ve watched friends tie themselves up in knots trying to discover the meaning of life. Which really sucks because that’s time they could have spent actually enjoying what little time they have on this planet. Don’t get me wrong. I am intensely curious about the workings of the[…] Read On
Beware the Mask Nazis
It had to happen sometime. Last night I was cursed and threatened by some rando for not having a mask on while walking my puppy on a public street. And no, I was not violating any state or local restrictions. I was coming from a daily gathering of dogs (and[…] Read On
2020: Don’t Let the Door Hit You on the Way Out
Covid, impeachment, riots, lockdowns, wildfires, — we all have plenty of reasons to kick 2020 in the ass with a classic “don’t let the door hit you on the way out” sendoff. The only problem is we’re still stuck with our power hungry politicians — hypocritical elites who get off[…] Read On
Don’t Be a Dick
Every year around this time I consider my shortcomings and come up with a plan to be a better person. If you believe that you must be new around here. Everyone knows I don’t make new year’s resolutions. They’re dumb. And they never stick. Also I’m perfect. So there is[…] Read On
Not Another Thanksgiving Post
Forgive me for taking this year’s Thanksgiving post in a different direction. And when I say “Forgive me,” I mean a different word that also starts with “F.” It’s just that I’m already bored with all the holiday crap and it’s not even December. Must be a 2020 thing. Anyhow,[…] Read On