Archive for July, 2008

The World According To…A Sea Bird?

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

Today I took a long walk on the beach and sat down next to a sea bird staring out at the ocean. I began wondering: how does this tiny creature perceive the vast expanse of water in front of it? Does it see a blue sky, white clouds, ripples in the current, and […]

Why Money Is Just Another Form Of Energy

Wednesday, July 16th, 2008

A few weeks ago I read an article in a morning newspaper talking about the benefits of investing in something called the ‘vice fund’, a portfolio of companies in the tobacco, alcohol, casino, gaming and oil industries.
The article touted the ‘fantastic’ news that over the last few years this particular investment option has averaged a […]

How To Cope When You Lose An ‘Anchor’

Thursday, July 10th, 2008

As many of you know, a few months ago my long term girlfriend and I decided to split up. Although the move was ‘right’ for both of us, it has taken me a little while to discern what I miss most about the relationship, and about her specifically.
Well, the purpose of this article is […]