As a computer programmer I understand, probably more than most, the power of perception. I have a favorite cartoon that perfectly exemplifies how extreme different perspectives can look: A few of my favorite parts of this analogy include how those 'selling' the project extol it's virtues, and how documentation and support are non existent 🙂 … Continue reading Best Laid Plans
A tale of two motivators
Which came first, the carrot or the stick? My guess is the stick, as it is mentioned in the old testament. It's quite literally an age old debate as to which is more effective. Like many parents I prefer to use the carrot when I can, but the stick has it's place in most parents … Continue reading A tale of two motivators
Honest Reporting?
I was listening to a radio station in the last few weeks, and heard the phrase - "100% true, American made, fake news" Or something close to that. I laughed out load, alone, in my car - I found it that funny. The scary thing is its true - Americans make fake news. It's not … Continue reading Honest Reporting?
Law and DisOrder
I watched an interesting Law and Order this week. For those that haven't seen it, there was a government official using his office for sexual extortion. Yes, Virginia, some people operate unethically. This man, who worked in immigration, happened to be a Xenophobe, and only exposed his true nature when trying to implore Assistant District … Continue reading Law and DisOrder
Lessons not learned
While reading an article about losing the last of our worlds Holocaust survivors, I was struck by many similarities with the police proactive stings. Phrases like 'all the same vices and weaknesses as today’s young people', 'neither heroes nor monsters', 'pride turn into self-righteousness', and 'fake news'. Now I am not saying, in any way, … Continue reading Lessons not learned
The Lady Justice Myth 