Monthly Archives: March 2013

One Country, One Marriage

Years ago, I accepted a foreign assignment and convinced Kid and Wife to go with me. Unexpectedly, I needed to prove, to the other country, that this woman was indeed my wife. The destination country required a federal level document … Continue reading

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They all come to Westlake Park

Just after my bus was pulling out of the stop, two police motorcycles zipped in front and stopped all traffic. What’s going on? My fellow riders and I were expecting celebrity dignitaries. Then the protesters came. Worse. They took a … Continue reading

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Influence Everything

Some defined “Management” as “to make changes happen effectively.” From there, many books and consultation practices flourished. One of them is VitalSmarts. They wrote several books and formed a consultancy to teach people exactly that: to influence changes on self, … Continue reading

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Myth on IP Theft and Offshoring

Unlike many other crimes, Intellectual Property thefts are all premeditated, the perpetrators are usually well-educated and business savvy. Their goal is pure and simple: to make money fastest with minimal risks. Since you are, too, well-educated and business savvy. How … Continue reading

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The Case of Exploding Wine Bottle

Sunday morning found a pool of sticky liquid on the floor, clear in color, no distinguishable aroma. It did not take long to trace it to bottle of dessert wine on the nearby wine shelf. The cork was hanging by … Continue reading

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SJC Pwns

Trolling the corridors in a dark mood, I searched for their familiar shapes at the most likely locations. What I wanted was rare and I have competitors. My late arrival put me at a disadvantage, even though I was familiar … Continue reading

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The Long Path to Become a Doctor

Two kids visited us some weekends ago. They both are lovely, balanced, charming, and well-educated young ladies that we have known since they were so so small. Habitually, we still call them kids. In fact, these are applicants to the … Continue reading

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