The true origin of the proverb, “Cleanliness is next to Godliness,” is under dispute. It may have first appeared as an old Hebrew proverb…. Or maybe Francis Bacon (the creator of Empiricism, 22 degrees of separation from Kevin Bacon)… Read More ›
Month: September 2012
How to Be Offensive.
“Do you find Hispanics are offended easily?” The question caught me off guard. “No. Why?” I asked. “Well, a few times I’ve referred to some Hispanic as a Mexican… and it turned out… Read More ›
Injuries Happen in a Split Second… Are You Ready?
Ever heard of Sisyphus (SISS-uh-fiss) ? In Greek mythology, he was King of Corinth and a little too clever for his own good. He tricked Hades, high lord of the Underworld, into putting on his own handcuffs. Sisyphus then… Read More ›
Los Ataques del 11-S
As Americans remember the unbelievable tragedy of 9-11, it’s important to know we are not alone in commemorating this anniversary. Around the globe people of all races are taking pause to remember 9-11. CNN México is streaming… Read More ›
Muy Tricky :: Parte Dos
Welcome back to Parte Dos of our Examen (ayk-SAH-mayn) Examination into Spanish Twins’ (words in English & Spanish that are identical or nearly the same) oddball relatives – Spanish Inbreds. Unlike the Twins’ crossover simplicity, the Spanish Inbreds… Read More ›
Muy Tricky :: Parte Uno
Over here at Red Angle, there’s always a lot of chatter about Spanish Twins – words that are nearly the same or identical in both English and Spanish. For example: Material :: (mah-tay-ree-AHL) Metal :: (may-TAHL)… Read More ›
Fantasy Football Starting Now… Fantasy Construction On-Going.
Fantasy Football. What a bizarre power this thing has over us. Such a simple idea generates so much conversation. The water cooler banter about the ideal selection slot prior to the draft. The subsequent strategery after you… Read More ›
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