Archive for September, 2009

The life of a small town judge has a huge place in Americana. Small towns are known for their larger than life characters, and just because someone is in the position of keeping a town in order doesn’t mean he can’t be colorful in his own right. The Honorable Judge Tim Fambrough sits on the [...]

In Central Switzerland, near the line where Germany and France touch, is Reinach, Switzerland. During the Roman Empire this area was a seat of Roman activity, although time has lapsed and progress has prodded to effect some changes, agriculture was then and now is an important linchpin in the economy of this district. Agriculture intersects [...]

“You start out giving your hat, then you give your coat, then your shirt, then your skin, and finally your soul.” I don’t think Jason Sadler has heard this quote by Charles de Galle. Then again perhaps he has, because he has stopped at the right spot. Jason Sadler started the company IWearYourShirt.com. His torso [...]

At the southeastern most tip of the North Atlantic Ocean, on the West African Coast there is a long coastal line fringed with beautiful and unspoiled beaches of white sand. This is Sierra Leone, which some say was named for its coastal mountains that resembled lion’s teeth, others say the name was inspired by the [...]

The phrase “Public Affairs” was coined somewhere in between the years 1605 and 1615, its definition has remained constant, that of pertaining to matters of general interest and concern. Ms. Lamise Aly Negm duties as Citibank’s Vice President and Public Affairs Officer in Cairo are to intrigue and court the public’s interest in her company [...]

There are many ways to achieve a high level of distinction. The surest, and perhaps the most noble, is to earn it through years of perseverance and hard work. Prof. Rodolfo Paoletti has earned his prominence in the field of pharmacology in this way. After obtaining an M.D., with honors, at the University of Milan [...]

1977 was a good year for beginnings. The first Apple Computer went on sale, The Clash released their first album, Star Wars opened in theaters, and as for real space exploration the Space Shuttle made its first test flight and Voyager I & II were launched. In Mexico City, there was another sort of launch: [...]

The Pathfinder is not just a novel written by James Fenimore Cooper in the mid 1800’s. Today, just 87 miles as the crow files from James Fenimore Copper’s birthplace, we have Gene Tick, a Realtor and Accredited Buyer’s Representative. He seeks and then finds what you are looking for. His professional philosophy, in his own [...]

Even those who are fortunate to do what they love have to deal with times when clouds get in the way of their sunshine. The current economic climate can be an added downer. Real rain is necessary to make gardens grow. However, metaphorical precipitation of the mind can lead to lackluster productivity. A cheerful attitude [...]

You may well scoff when I tell you the story of Dwight Jopson, but he dares to encourage one and all to keep an open mind. Mr. Jopson is a healer. You can decide to call Dwight or not. If you do call, I suggest you do not tell him what the problem is, this [...]