I believe in karma.I believe in it conceptually, anyway. Words are tricky, particularly in the English language where each one has multiple definitions. In a dictionary, you might find this on karma. (in Hinduism and Buddhism) the sum of a person's actions in this and previous states of existence, viewed as deciding their fate in future existences. There are clearly some … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2015
Culinary Adventures - Liddy Bisanz [Guest Post]
You've heard me riff on numerous occasions about how my mother and father impacted my life and deeply influenced my tastes. For instance, I romanticize railroad tracks to this day largely because of the train hopping stories my pops mused to me about in his early adult years.Liddy Bisanz is a foodie and particularly open minded about experimenting with flavors both in and … [Read more...]
Open Thread: Week 37
Welcome back to our open thread, our forum to throw ideas around. Ask questions, leave comments, let's discuss whatever and learn something.Steve writes: What was your favorite workout or exercise that you thought helped increase bat speed the most? A certain forearm circuit? Hip explosiveness? Steve,Perfect timing. As you know, a not insignificant portion of our … [Read more...]
Eyes Wide Shut
You want to really enjoy a meal? In a way that demolishes your previous positive culinary experiences, rendering them ordinary? Close your eyes while you eat.Years back while playing for the Red Sox in Spring Training in Fort Myers, Florida, I sat down to eat at a very typical diner. At the time, I was reading a book on mindfulness. I think, anyway. Perhaps it was on … [Read more...]
Eye Mask
If you suffer from clinical insomnia, you’ll likely need more than an eye mask. If you’re like me and simply clamoring for one additional hour of sleep but wake up with the morning light, give an eye mask a try.I feel like the universe is trying to tell me something. Some of the gimmicks that I’ve made fun of without mercy in the past are somehow finding their way into my … [Read more...]