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Tuesday Thoughts

Thoughts of an Optimistic Writer

When polled, 80% of Americans say, “I have a book in me.” Count me in.

This blog is titled Tuesday Thoughts, written to give you a taste of my writing style. I will not spout vitriol or political bias, as there’s plenty of that available on other sites. I’ll keep the entries at about 1,200 words or less, as I want to be respectful of your time.

I’d love to hear your thoughts and comments and, if you like the blog, please recommend it to your friends. The most recent post immediately follows this Welcome.

Remember—when we stop reading, we stop learning.

Thanks for visiting!

Wishing you all the best,

Tim

Tuesday Thoughts

Thoughts of an Optimistic Writer

When polled, 80% of Americans say, “I have a book in me.” Count me in.

This blog is titled Tuesday Thoughts, written to give you a taste of my writing style. I will not spout vitriol or political bias, as there’s plenty of that available on other sites. I’ll keep the entries at about 1,200 words or less, as I want to be respectful of your time.

I’d love to hear your thoughts and comments and, if you like the blog, please recommend it to your friends. The most recent post immediately follows this Welcome.

Remember—when we stop reading, we stop learning.

Thanks for visiting!

Wishing you all the best,

Tim

Tuesday Thoughts: What do Cow Tipping and the Pandemic Have in Common?

“They who give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither.”

–Benjamin Franklin

If you grew up on a farm, you probably know what cow tipping is. Spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with how much you pay Chick-fil-A employees! It’s the practice of sneaking up on an unsuspecting cow, ideally when it’s standing and sleeping, and tipping it over on its side. It may be a myth, […]

December 15, 2020|12 Comments

Tuesday Thoughts: When is Silence Truly Golden?

“Talking is cheap, people follow like sheep; even though there is nowhere to go…”

Silence is Golden (The Temeloes; 1967)

Granted, for a blog that’s all about words, it seems counterintuitive to discuss the importance of silence, but bear with me.

I just returned from nearly a week in the NC mountains with my family, spent hiking, fishing, reading, playing games, and just enjoying one another’s […]

December 1, 2020|5 Comments

Tuesday Thoughts: The Real Winner on Election Day

“A house divided against itself cannot stand.”

–Abraham Lincoln (June 16, 1858)

Before getting to the title tease, a few thoughts on the recent election process. It was an unmitigated mess, and it didn’t have to be that way. We knew most of the early voting would be Democrat and, as vote counting went on, the total would favor former Vice President Biden. That’s exactly what happened. I am not a conspiracy […]

November 17, 2020|4 Comments

Tuesday Thoughts: An Interview With the President

Tuesday Thoughts (TE): Mr. President, it’s so nice to see you and, before I begin, let me just say it’s an honor to interview you. Welcome back to the Capital.

The President (GW): Thank you. It’s great to be back in Philadelphia, but it looks so different.

TE: No, Mr. President. We’re not in Philadelphia. The Capital is now Washington, D.C.

GW: Washington?

TE: Yes sir; […]

November 3, 2020|12 Comments

Tuesday Thoughts: What do Cow Tipping and the Pandemic Have in Common?

“They who give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither.”

–Benjamin Franklin

If you grew up on a farm, you probably know what cow tipping is. Spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with how much you pay Chick-fil-A employees! It’s the practice of sneaking up on an unsuspecting cow, ideally when it’s standing and sleeping, and tipping it over on its side. It may be a myth, […]

December 15, 2020|12 Comments

Tuesday Thoughts: When is Silence Truly Golden?

“Talking is cheap, people follow like sheep; even though there is nowhere to go…”

Silence is Golden (The Temeloes; 1967)

Granted, for a blog that’s all about words, it seems counterintuitive to discuss the importance of silence, but bear with me.

I just returned from nearly a week in the NC mountains with my family, spent hiking, fishing, reading, playing games, and just enjoying one another’s […]

December 1, 2020|5 Comments

Tuesday Thoughts: The Real Winner on Election Day

“A house divided against itself cannot stand.”

–Abraham Lincoln (June 16, 1858)

Before getting to the title tease, a few thoughts on the recent election process. It was an unmitigated mess, and it didn’t have to be that way. We knew most of the early voting would be Democrat and, as vote counting went on, the total would favor former Vice President Biden. That’s exactly what happened. I am not a conspiracy […]

November 17, 2020|4 Comments

Tuesday Thoughts: An Interview With the President

Tuesday Thoughts (TE): Mr. President, it’s so nice to see you and, before I begin, let me just say it’s an honor to interview you. Welcome back to the Capital.

The President (GW): Thank you. It’s great to be back in Philadelphia, but it looks so different.

TE: No, Mr. President. We’re not in Philadelphia. The Capital is now Washington, D.C.

GW: Washington?

TE: Yes sir; […]

November 3, 2020|12 Comments

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