The reading lamp by our couch is always unplugged. That’s because one of our teenagers finds it necessary to unplug the lamp so he can plug in his cell phone charger and computer while he does his homework during his favorite TV program. Certainly we’ve had the discussion about how inefficient multi-tasking is. But that’s […]

When the cashier asks for ID before accepting my credit card or check, I do not get insulted. She’s doing her job. She’s helping to keep me and my bank account safe by attempting to insure that no one is using my card unauthorized. Certainly there is enough opportunity for theft during this holiday season. […]