Most shoe/boot trends last a few years -- most often 3-7 -- before fading or evolving. Micro-trends are shorter only...
Random Thoughts
can’t stop spending at Christmastime?
Once I start shopping for Christmas gifts I have trouble cutting it off. I'm not even talking about more gifts for the...
the demand for dumb is increasing
The demand for "dumb" devices, such as feature phones, non-smart TVs, and other low-tech electronics, is growing,...
so many organizations need me to donate $19/month
Have you noticed the influx of fundraising commercials now that we're nearing the holiday season? I struggle watching them...
i need to buy a chevy
It's the time the year that Christmas commercials are all telling you why you need to buy THEIR stuff. They offer the...
am i a ticking time bomb hindering economic growth?
I recently read an article that basically said there are too many of us oldies but goodies and not enough working-age...
country of origin feature on social media
X (formerly Twitter) recently rolled out a county of origin feature. Currently, the only way you can see the account's...
what’s in a name: can you answer without googling?
I saw this on X, and want to stimulate your brain cells. Without Googling, name a famous "Frank." Not gonna' lie, I had...
name a luxury
My favorite brother and I didn't grow up privileged. We had what we needed, but certainly didn't get everything we wanted....









