Watching a couple of relatively new movies on NetFlix recently I was struck by how well they are now integrating daily technology into the story lines. Everyone in a contemporary film has/uses smart-phones, communicates via texting, and is adept on a laptop. In espionage and thrillers (e.g. James Bond), they take it to an extreme that may not be realistic but it’s often not too far out of touch with reality. But, when it comes to everyday stories, I suspect it’s very touched by reality and that is my concern.
Category Archives: Random Writings
Can You Be #Friends with Someone Whose #Politics are Diametrically Opposed to Yours?
Yes, I know most people would answer this “Moral Question of the Week” with a quick, “Of course.” But, to me, it’s not so simple. To me, the future of my kids’ lives are at stake with what is going on in the world today. Therefore, the politics of our times – both domestically and internationally – make a huge difference in my day-to-day life and thinking. I’ve found that reasonable “dialogue” with people with opposing views is hard and often ends up in someone being angry. So, with “old” friends on the opposite spectrum, we’ve agreed to simply not talk politics.
Is it Okay to Cheat on Your Taxes? #IRS
Which Do You Want Most – For Your Kids to be Happy, Good, or Successful?
My friend and sort of mentor, Dennis Prager, has asked this question OFTEN in his speeches, writings, and on his radio show of parents. Which do you want most for your kids; to be happy, good, or successful? It is NOT a simple question and the answer that Dennis received most of the time motivated a lot of his talks and writing. What is your biggest wish for YOUR kids – of these three – is this week’s Moral Question of the Week. Please post your answer in the comments section, below…
My Personal Story with Robin Williams
I worked in showbiz for a quarter-century. One of my early jobs was on the Paramount Studios lot in Hollywood. At that time, “Mork and Mindy” was a new hit (yes, I’m that old) and Robin Williams was an emerging star. Also a big comedic name at the time was Andy Kaufman – I actually attended one of his infamous “Milk and Cookies” live shows.
@DISH – The Company That Cares! Only About #Dish!
Wow, I just got off another one of those customer service nightmare phone calls after going through three operators because their menu options DID NOT include “If you wish to cancel your service!” I’m appalled at the way so many contemporary companies such as DISH care ONLY about their bottom line. Is customer loyalty really that dead and buried?
Is There Such a Thing as a “White Lie?”
Is it Okay to Help Your Kids with their School-Work?
Nowadays, there are projects given our elementary-age and older children that seem a bit big and over-whelming – to mom and dad, that is. Seriously, some of these projects are difficult and in many communities it seems the quality of these completed works are way beyond the capability of the kid that “did it.” Clearly, dad and mom are helping.