CURRENT EVENTS
BOOK OF THE WEEK
Generally, I like short and easy to read books, but once in a while a book comes along with so much to say that it is worth the effort.
This is “not” an easy read (about 500 pages). But if you want to know something about humans, this book will take you on an unforgettable journey from pre-human times to the French Revolution.
The Origins of Political Order
From Prehuman Times To The French Revolution
By Francis Fukuyama
Francis Fukuyama, provides a sweeping account of how today’s basic political institutions developed. The Origins of Political Order begins with politics among our primate ancestors and follows the story through the emergence of tribal societies, the growth of the first modern state in China, the beginning of the rule of law in India and the Middle East, and the development of political accountability in Europe up until the eve of the French Revolution.
Drawing on a vast body of knowledge―history, evolutionary biology, archaeology, and economics―Fukuyama has produced a brilliant, provocative work that offers fresh insights on the origins of democratic societies and raises essential questions about the nature of politics and its discontents (Source: Amazon)
MOVIE OF THE WEEK
If you are feeling a little depressed (there are so many reasons to feel depressed today), this film might just give you an appreciation of just how wonderful life is.
Michael
It’s worth watching the movie just to see this dance scene.
Now, you don’t have to watch the movie, unless you want to watch it.
MUSIC OF THE WEEK
I came across this video and thought it was cool. I hope you do too.
Electro Swing Dance Freestyle: Lone Digger, Caravan Palace
ART OF THE WEEK
Statutes of Rome
Folks, here are some statutes of Rome:
Here is Carol pointing out Fontana del Tritone in Piazza Barberini in Rome
No visit to Rome is complete with out seeing Trevi Fountain and its statutes
Michelangelo’s Moses is another must see statute
My favorite statute in Rome is the famous Billino Statute
EXTRAORDINARY PERSON OF THE WEEK
I recall seeing part of a clip where someone asked Larry King, what would be the first question he would ask God, if he got a chance to interview God.
Larry king replied, “I would ask him if he had a son.”
Larry King
Larry King (born Lawrence Harvey Zeiger; November 19, 1933 – January 23, 2021) was an American television host, radio host, and paid spokesman, whose work was recognized with awards including two Peabodys, an Emmy award, and 10 Cable ACE Awards. (Source: Wikipedia)
JOKE OF THE WEEK
I hope this makes up for me recommending such a challenging read this week under “Book of the Week”.
PHYSICAL TRAITS
American Powerlifting Federation
Michigan, USA
The Michigan APF State Meet will be Saturday (3/13/21) & Sunday (3/14/21)
in Rochester Hills, MI
If you live in S.E. Michigan, this is a good chance to see a powerlifting meet.
CHARACTER TRAITS
Here is some good advice that I borrowed from David Miller’s FaceBook stream
SOCIAL TRAITS
LEARNING TRAITS
MISCELLANEOUS
In the last thee months, we have had a deer come and visit our suburban back yard. We have lived here for a number of decades and this is so unusual, given that all the yards in our neighborhood are fenced.
LAST WEEK’S POLL
Book
If you have ever been curious about this book, the Kindle version of this book has now been reduced to $1.00 and the paperback version has been reduced to $10.00
However, I must warn you that this book will not change your life,
only you can do that.
This book can be ordered from Amazon or Barnes & Nobles.
The classics meme was hilarious, especially Moby Dick (one of my fave books)! I think big, dense books like The Origins of Political Order are okay if you take your time to read slowly and digest it. (I’m STILL reading Successful Aging by Levitin; it’s a huge, science-y book about our aging brains.)
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Thank you Priscilla for commenting and for mentioning the Successful Aging book. It is a topic I’m always curious about successful aging. I just wish it wasn’t so long, over 500 pages. At my age, I’m not sure I have another long book in me to read, but thank you for mentioning the book.
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So the power lifting competition happens to be on my son’s birthday. This is an easy date to remember. 🙂
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¿Which day Claudette, the 13th or the 14th?
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13th. 😉
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I’ll be lifting the day after your son’s birthday or the 14th, when the light weight males (Under 198 lbs.) and ladies lift.
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Good to know. 🙂
My son is turning 16 this year so I wonder if we’ll be somewhere in a lineup to get his learner’s permit that week…😳
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Teenage driver. I so used to enjoy just driving around when I was 16. Now, I just drive when I have to, but I live close enough to walk many places that I need to go.
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I love the dance sequences and the abridged classics meme. Thanks for the evening brightener!
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Thank you Liz for letting me know you liked the post.
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You’re welcome, William.
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There was so much to like in this although I don’t like the voting part but still well done.
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Thank you very much for commenting.
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Looks like you have had a busy and entertaining week! Thank you for sharing the dance video. I need to find a slick floor and try those moves. 😆
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Thank you very much Michele for commenting. And my compliments to anyone even thinking of trying those moves.
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You are welcome. It looks fun! And fast! 😂
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As an elder, I appreciated the giggle I got out of reading your first item: Current Events. It applies to me. Ha, ha. Cheers, Muriel
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I failed the Bathtub test. As always, thank you very much for commenting
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Me too! It surprised me!
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Thank you very much for commenting and for looking at all those old posts
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You are welcome!
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