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The sad story of Sir Dave Barleycorn
Barleycorn is not his last name, something I’ve forgotten. The designation comes from John Barleycorn a fictional character who personifies alcohol, especially beer and whisky. He first appeared in British and American folklore around 1620. The character is often referred to as Sir John Barleycorn. Sir Dave came to our little piece of paradise because he…
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Choosing the Right Camera for Travel
I am being driven mad by all the camera choices that are out there vying for my attention. I’m pretty sure that technique is far more important than megapixel. In a perfect world I would have one thing that did everything and in truth it’s possible that my phone, an Oneplus 11 would do everything.…
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Navigating Relationships: Lessons from Abandonment
An after thought is no thought at all.
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If you can be seen, you can be killed.
The writer reflects on the negative impact of social media on mental health and laments missed opportunities for human connection. The passing of a kind acquaintance and news of others’ illnesses further deepens their sense of isolation. Contemplating the poem “No Man Is An Island,” they consider re-engaging with humanity and taking small steps forward.
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I have an idea
I’m sure someone else has thought about this already so maybe I’m thinking someone else’s thought ten years after them? The future is here and was laid out by the likes of Arthur C Clarke, Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury and yes even Elon Musk. I have recently been engrossing myself with AI which is good…
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Sleep perhaps to dream
I’m losing my battle with depression. I prefer to sleep, perhaps to dream. The medication I am taking is abstinence. I am trying to stay away from triggers such as YouTube, the news, political discussions which aren’t discussion rather people yelling their opinions at me. I have to shut it out. I’m not alone I…
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Rubber room
The author expresses frustration as an introvert and discomfort with social media, particularly Facebook groups. They emphasize the importance of thoughtful communication and express skepticism about the reliability of internet information. The author also discusses the complexities of engaging in debates and shares preferences for intellectual content over mainstream media.
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Two Tiny Words, Immense Power: The Value of Saying “I’m Sorry”
I was thinking about Rudy Giuliani and the damage he caused to two women in Georgia. It appears he is unremorseful. Three attorneys had to write apology letters to the citizens of Georgia, all barely one sentence long. It’s just a phrase, two little words uttered in passing. Yet, “I’m sorry” carries a weight far…
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The AI copyright conundrum
The rise of AI blurs the lines of human creation in creative works. US courts and the Copyright Office refuse to copyright AI-generated art without “human authorship.” The EU has more nuanced rules, allowing AI copyright under certain conditions. This debate raises questions about creativity and intellectual property in the age of AI, impacting both…
Crazy Old Gringo 