The weekend is coming up which means it's more than likely you will have brunch at some point over the next couple of days. Have you ever thought about the origin of the term brunch? This article will help.
So you want to read more books? Here are some ways to make that happen. Some of these suggestions to similar to ones that I offered in a recent post. Related: How to read 100 books in a year.
Here's a potential money saving tip: a new browser extension will let you know when new books are ready for checkout at your local library.
Prohibition seems like ancient history. Did you ever stop to think why there is no anti-alcohol movement?
I wouldn't want to discourage anyone from writing but it's likely you don't have a book in you.
Our family watches a number of Korean dramas so naturally we were interested in seeing the movie Parasite while it was still in the theater. It's an extremely well made film and hopefully will win a number of Oscars. While it is not necessarily an entertaining film it is certainly thought provoking. We have been discussing it off and on for days after seeing it. This review explains why the film resonates so deeply with the audience. Related: a profile of the film's director Bong Joon Ho. Also don't miss this: The Oscars need Parasite more than Parasite needs the Oscars.
This is certainly the funniest thing I read this week. I think it's because it is so spot on: Your Guide to Not Getting Murdered in a Quaint English Village.
Personality tests such as the Enneagram are all the rage these days but they don't excuse your sin.
New research suggests procrastination is about managing your emotions not your time. Interesting stuff.
Another new study suggests skipping the easy tasks and tackling the hard stuff first. I've always heard the opposite is true that it's better to tackle easy tasks first to build momentum to handle the harder tasks. I think I will have to put this into practice to see if it works.
I appreciate the honesty in this column: things I wish I had done differently when I homeschooled. (Hat tip Susan Wise Bauer) Both of these perspectives highlight one of the unique joys of homeschooling: there is no right or wrong way to do it. You can tailor your homeschooling experience to you and your child's needs.
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. At the time many pledged a catastrophe such as the Holocaust would never happen again. Sadly, political conditions are such that many worry that it will.
Sunday the Super Bowl will be played in Miami. Dave Barry has some helpful tips for fans visiting Miami for the game.
And finally, my favorite tweet of the week:
Full disclosure: @designingannie is my oldest daughter. As you can imagine, I am a very proud father.I bought this @designingannie print - inspired by a scene in my book Framed - as a present for someone but now I can’t bear to give it away. Such a thrill— Frank Cottrell-Boyce (@frankcottrell_b) January 29, 2020
When someone responds to your work with work if their own. Also it’s lovely pic.twitter.com/goa1yaRkUi
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