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How A New Jobless Era Will Transform America

The Great Recession may be over, but this era of high joblessness is probably just beginning. Before it ends, it will likely change the life course and character of a generation of young adults. It will leave an indelible imprint on many blue-collar men. It could cripple marriage as an institution in many communities. It may already be plunging many inner cities into a despair not seen for decades. Ultimately, it is likely to warp our politics, our culture, and the character of our society for years to come.

Good reading by Don Peck of The Atlantic

Mile Markers

File this post under the “I should have thought of that” category. Actually, this video concept belongs in the “No way I can nor would I want to” category. I may use it for a photo project idea, however. This is beautifully simple. The photographer, Andrew Garcia shared this with me and I wanted to do the same for you.

I wanted to do something beyond just going out and shooting random scenery. I decided to start at my house and drive one mile, get out and shoot whatever was there. I did this for seven consecutive miles. It was interesting More >

Physically Challenged

How many times have I said to myself that I will lose some weight and get back into shape? How many times have I failed because I didn’t set clear goals? I had mentioned this on Twitter recently and received an invitation to “come hashing” Well of course I checked the offered website H4.org and a whole new world of fun just walked ran in.

A “hash” involves a trail that is set once weekly by some unlucky group of hashers, typically a lead and some helpers. These poor sods are known as “hares”. This also leads to the use of the More >

I Want To Do This

I cannot stand cold weather but I would love to ski jump and luge. No, I haven’t lost my mind.

Go USA!