Published under ‘life’

A new study performed by Berkeley researchers supports the theory that those who engage in brain stimulating activities are less likely to suffer from Alzheimer’s.  The findings of this study are innovative in that the study has identified a protein linked to Alzheimer’s and posits that puzzles and reading can decrease the presence of this [...]

Quote of the Week

Published under Favorite Quotes Feb 01, 2012

In every conceivable manner, family is the link to our past, bridge to our future. – Alex Haley

Here is a neat article from Wired that shares insights about how to improve the creative process.  It posits that part of greatness by artists and creators is not just what they create, but their judgment to destroy what is mediocre and present to the world only that which is truly worthy.  And it shares [...]

In his state of the union, President Obama praised Apple for all it has done for the US economy.  However, in the past President Obama asked Steve Jobs if there was any way to manufacture iPhones in the US, creating more jobs and further boosting the economy.  This article explains why keeping the software jobs [...]

Quote of the Week

Published under Favorite Quotes Jan 25, 2012

“Vision without execution is hallucination.” -Thomas Edison

Quote of the Week

Published under Favorite Quotes Jan 12, 2012

"Life is full of distractions.  No matter how tempting it may be to veer off your path, keep your goals in focus and keep moving forward.” –Gabriel Cid

I just came across this song, and this video, oh my, which my sister recommended.  Never mind that lighting actually comes before thunder, and not the other way around.  The song is so beautiful, and the performance so creative!

Meat Eating Vegetation

Published under Interesting Random Stuff Jan 09, 2012

Check out this fascinating article about a newly discovered plant that eats meat.  This story shows nature’s unique way of always being able to shock and impress us with what seem to be exceptions to the rule of natural order! Spotted by Daniel Lubetzky, by Adeena Schlussel   Giant ‘meat-eating’ plant found Matt Walker Editor, [...]

Quote of the Week

Published under Favorite Quotes Jan 05, 2012

“If life has taught me anything, it’s that we are capable of far greater things than one can possibly imagine.” – Ari Merkin

Quote of the Week

Published under Favorite Quotes Dec 14, 2011

"My reputation grows with every failure." – George Bernard Shaw