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The scam called remote working

Before fans of remote working attack me for titling this post the scam called remote working , allow me to clarify my position. I have been working remotely for most of the last two decades. Before the pandemic, before zoom came into existence, I was holding the torch for remote workers. Remote working saves you the time you would otherwise waste commuting to the office. Unless you love waiting for hours in traffic jams, or needling your way into jam-packed suburban trains, you should prefer remote working.  Working from home, you are up-to-date on the neighborhood gossip. Every morning you get to snigger as poor sods in the neighborhood balance pot-bellies, briefcases, lunch boxes and try to fit into their cars while you are still in your pajamas enjoying your second cup of tea. It is relaxing as you set your working hours.  In my case, I have the habit… The scam called remote working

Fashion changes over the years

When I was a kid back in the 70s, it was the time of bell-bottoms. Long hair, huge shirt collars and yes, fashion changes over the years impacted me in a big way. I remember I had an orange colored shirt with crowns all over it. I was pretty impressed with it. You have to remember I must have been about five or six then and was not a very bright kid.  Then, if I recall correctly, the bell-bottoms slimmed down. The hair had to be trimmed, and people forgot all about side locks. When I was in college, it was all about tight shirts. The muscles had to show, even when you had none to show. I realized that I was able to slide into shirts and trousers just the way they came in from the ready-made shelf. No alteration required. That was, of course, an age when my tummy… Fashion changes over the years

Worst movie of all time

Yesterday, I saw the 1984 movie adaptation of Dune. Within minutes, I realized it was a strong contender for the title of worst movie of all time. For those unfamiliar with Dune, it is a futuristic novel by Frank Herbert that has had immense influence on successful films such as Star Wars, Mad Max, and Blade Runner to name just a few. As a fan of the recent Netflix series based on the book, which boasts impressive production value and talented actors, I was excited to watch the 1984 movie adaptation. However, calling this film bad would be an understatement. The majority of the acting falls flat, with only a few lead characters delivering decent performances. Furthermore, if you haven’t already read the novel, you’ll find yourself lost in its confusing storyline. The special effects are particularly disappointing; even a couple of kids armed with a basic camera could have… Worst movie of all time