1) YMCA Membership 2) MARTA access
Public Transit
Plinky asked, “If public transportation were available in your neighborhood, would you use it?” I do use it! It’s much cheaper than maintaining a car, when you consider the cost of insurance, gas, upkeep, etc. For those of us who don’t…
Fate
Plinky asked, “Do you believe in fate?” No, I don’t believe in fate at all. Fate implies some overall power or force in charge of the universe that overrides free will and human choices, and I completely reject that notion. People’s…
Kids Today
Plinky said, “Name three advantages that kids born these days have over older generations. What about disadvantages? 1) The internet. I can hardly imagine what it would have been like to have ready access to so much information at an…
Gratitude 27 March 2012
1) Auto insurance 2) My cell phone 3) My daughter
Gratitude 26 March 2012
Today I’m grateful for MARTA, which allows me to get around without having to own a car. I’m also grateful for my wonderful pain specialist and incredible therapist.
On the Radio
Plinky asked, “Do you ever listen to the radio anymore?” I only listen to the radio in the car. In fact, I don’t think I’ve got a radio at home anywhere. If I do listen, I almost always choose the…
My Favorite Comedian
Plinky asked, “Who’s your favorite comedian? Is there anyone you can’t stand?” George Carlin is the King of Comedians as far as I’m concerned. He’s always hilarious. I love watching old clips and reading his books. His death was a huge…
Movies That Sound as Good as They Look
Plinky said, “Name a movie that has a great soundtrack.” There are so many! If I had access to my full music library right now, we could be here all day, because I do love movie soundtracks. For simplicity’s sake,…
Get Out and Vote!
Plinky asked, “When was the last time you voted in an election? Will you vote this year?” I voted in a county referendum regarding a one-cent sales tax a few months ago. I vote in every election, so of course I’ll…