Random Thoughts
Jacobellis: (Verb) To Lose Due To Showboating
In the 2006 Winter Olympics, Lindsey Jacobellis was on her way to a gold medal in the Snowboard Cross event. She had a three-second lead and was in sight of the finish line. On the penultimate jump, she decided to attempt an aerial trick to celebrate, and that decision ended up costing her big time.
The Minimum Level Of Decency Theory
I have a theory that, as a society, we believe that there’s a minimum level of decorum that most every person possesses. Because we assume that most members of our society possess more decency than the bare minimum, we’re pretty lax in establishing rules about certain things or protecting certain possessions.
Michael J. Smith, The Social Ninja
I work in the same building as a former coworker. For 6 months, I’ve managed to avoid talking to her, and thus finding out if she remembers me. But today, I have been thrust into this potentially awkward situation by Disney On Ice: Celebration! tickets.
Do You Know What A Right-Of-Way Is?
When I called the town to find out whether or not we required a permit for our yard sale, I was informed that we couldn’t put our signs in the right-of-way. It was at that point that I realized, I had no idea what a right-of-way was.
Movie Theater Code Pt 4: General Rules
Final part of a four-part series that highlighted some of the lesser-known movie theater etiquette rules that should be followed to ensure that everything moves smothly and quickly, and that everyone has a good time.
Movie Theater Code Pt. 3: In The Theater
Part three of a four-part series that will highlight some of the lesser-known movie theater etiquette rules that should be followed to ensure that everything moves smothly and quickly, and that everyone has a good time.
Movie Theater Code Pt. 2: Concession
Part two of a four-part series that will highlight some of the lesser-known movie theater etiquette rules that should be followed to ensure that everything moves smothly and quickly, and that everyone has a good time.
Movie Theater Code Pt. 1: Entering
Part one of a four-part series that will highlight some of the lesser-known movie theater etiquette rules that should be followed to ensure that everything moves smoothly and quickly, and that everyone has a good time.
A Night At The Races
Despite a few coordination hiccups, and what seemed like an eternity in the car, a Friday night trip to Maryland International Raceway turned out to be a cheap but very entertaining night out.
A Learnin’ Experience
On Sunday, I attended the Vintage Virginia Wine Festival in Manassas, VA with my girlfriend. While I was there, I learned something… I know nothing about wine. I also observed a few things about yuppies that I never noticed before.
