What Happened to You?
A nostalgic and humorous reflection on aging, friendship, and the gentle sting of honesty — sparked by a Parisian mother’s innocent question: What happened to you?
Humor
And what is funny Phaedrus, and what is not funny — need we ask anyone to tell us these things?
Flamenco Theme
A close friend of mine is having his 60th birthday celebrations in Andalusia in a few weeks. The theme and
The Physics of Romance
Ever wonder how romance works at the most fundamental level? Here’s your answer…
Ants and Grasshoppers
The allegorical tale of Ants and Grasshoppers is often used to drive home the inevitable connection between handwork and success,
Why Have Kids?
At some point in their life, most parents of teenage children would have asked a question very similar to the
2001: A Space Odyssey
2001: A Space Odyssey is one of the iconic movies that figures in all the must-see and best movies lists.
A Humbling Experience?
I keep hearing this phrase in all those acceptance speeches and interviews. When somebody achieves something remarkable that they can
Driving in India
Driving in India is dangerous. Drivers have no clue who has the right of way, and who is supposed to yield. And they don’t like seat belts and helmets.
Three Parrots
A colleague of mine told this story of three parrots during a meeting in front of our common boss, who was not impressed at all.
Instant Water Heater
Here is how an engineer would replace an instant water heater.
Sad Movies
Why is it that we like sad movies, but don’t like to be sad?