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The Belgian Episode
"Belgium is a country invented by the British to annoy the French." -- Charles de Gaulle
Breaking and Entering
Why are heist stories just so pop-the-popcorn-worthy? Asking for a friend.
Sure Shot
"I don't know what I would have done if I had to work for my living." -- Harry Benson
The Grapefruit Ladies of Ireland
"Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble." -- John Lewis
Monkey Business
“Change happens by listening and then starting a dialogue with the people who are doing something you don't believe is right. ” -- Dr. Jane Goodall
Justice is Served
“Justice will not be served until those who are unaffected are as outraged as those who are.” ― Benjamin Franklin
Amstel Light
"The more I see of Amsterdam, the more I long to see." -- Rembrandt
The Return of a So-Called Innocent from Abroad
I don't want to be back, but my bed is nice, plus my profile of journalist Soledad O'Brien, and how I laughed at my TBR pile once again. My excuse: reading is fundamental. Hello readers, I have returned from almost two weeks in London and then
Spinning Your Wheels
"Some times it pays to lean way the hell in. Other times it helps to step away."
The Sum of Our Parts
Parts therapy and profile writing, my latest not-so-guilty pleasure, and a new album I am loving. Dear Readers, Thank you for being with me for another week. How are you doing? What's new in your world? What's on your mind? Hit reply and let me know.
