There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics. -Mark Twain I have a confession to make. Many, many moons ago, my roommates and I were living in a perpetual state of poverty and were looking to make some cash. A friend of ours came across a table of statistics used for some casino games (particularly craps) and so we decided to host … Continue reading Lies, Damned Lies and Statistics
From the Guardian (UK): Basescu and his aides have been known to wear purple on certain days in an attempt to ward off evil. From the Wall Street Journal: Purple, she notes, is a power color. And in most professions, the ultimate question is how powerful you look. From the Independent (UK): Communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu and his wife, Elena, had their own personal witch. … Continue reading Casting the Purple Stone
For Engrish Speakers: Am luat aluatul Rustic si rural Imi pare rau Pentru Vorbitori: I spent a lot of dough to treat a rough cough I sent my three thanes betwixt the sticks Reading about lead leads me to be leery of laxity Continue reading Tongue Twister Thursday
Recently, my aunt was discussing this article from the online website Salon about how there are far more men than women getting their books published (in the traditional way). I don’t know why but I read Salon every morning, even though the writing there (including the linked piece) tends to often be of substandard quality. If you’re looking to improve your English writing skills, avoid … Continue reading Romanian Witches Aren’t The Only Ones Failing to Predict the Future
Well folks, good news! My Romanian-language book is now for sale in the United States. This one is going to be sold a little bit differently than The Complete Insider’s Guide to Romania for a number of reasons. The permanent link to all the venues where you can get the Romanian book are at top of the screen (click here). The paperback version of Balada … Continue reading Balada Supraviețuitorului a lui Sam cel Român
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