Reading books is an addiction which began for me in grade school and only in my busiest years have I not been in its clutches. You will learn my top four non-fiction books for 2020 in this newsletter, but not before I make you wade through the story of how… Continue reading
I finally got around to watching this after a walking buddy recommended it, saying “It’s written and directed by Aaron Sorkin – you will love it.” He didn’t mention it also features fascinating performances by Eddie Redmayne and Sacha Baron Cohen. He was right. It is excellent. If you were… Continue reading
In the past few weeks, anticipating a visit from my “long-lost” daughter, her husband and our two grandchildren, my mind kept drifting to a painful place. At some point in our reconnection as a family, Christie may want to know more about the brother she had but never knew and… Continue reading
This morning I drove the McLaren to the dealer for its annual service. Not having driven the McLaren in awhile, I became aware of its precision in a way I’d missed before. When attempting to justify how and why a car like this is worth double what cars with similar… Continue reading
Not everyone knows I own a Polaris Slingshot. Fewer still have any idea how or why, but I’m about to tell you. But before I start, I need to make a point. No, it is not a motorcycle. While it may be called a motorcycle from a legal standpoint, it… Continue reading
I’m finally watching a 2016-2018 two-season television series called Mars. It’s on Netflix (and Amazon) and consists of seven 60-minute episodes in the first season and six in the second. I find it captivating. The premise is alluring but it’s the composition that makes it so stunning. The show combines… Continue reading
There are motorcycling adventure movies floating around that deserve attention from my riding readers. “Long Way Up” recounts the latest adventures of actors Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman on AppleTV. Then there’s Ride Report: 10,000 Miles to Rio, an independently produced and directed film by two Las Vegas guys with… Continue reading
When I was growing up, the name Gloria Steinem was mostly used derisively by many in my family, if she was mentioned at all. This 2020 documentary movie, shows how childhood experiences influenced this iconic writer, activist, and organizer for women’s rights. Irrespective of how you feel about her politics… Continue reading
By now you’ll know my top picks aren’t timely. My recommendations are along the lines of “this is something you really should watch and why,” versus trying to keep up with what is hot or trending. So this recommendation to watch The Queen’s Gambit on Netflix, is probably a bit… Continue reading
Let me be clear up front, I am not recommending you go back and watch this Aaron Sorkin created TV drama from 2012-2014. However, there is one scene I’d like you to check out. The scene features Jeff Daniels in his role of news anchor Will McAvoy, being interviewed with… Continue reading