Seasons Under The Sun

Bikeology

2009-11-05T16:55:00.001-07:00

Natural Antidepressant = Ride a Bike!I bought a brand new, cheap mountain bike three years ago, after years of not riding. It was exhilarating and liberating, like releasing a long forgotten passion buried in the past of fading childhood memories. At first, I didn't respect the bike as a machine. I rode it without regard for maintenance, or respecting its mechanical wonders. Of course this

Life Graph

2009-07-07T21:58:00.010-06:00

The North American path to so called success is challenged in a Postmodern world. We have abundance for happiness and despair with addiction to the material path no matter what the consequences. True happiness and awareness are ever elusive beneath the temporary forms.Tags:Life, Happiness, Consumerism, Success, Greed, Wealth, Awareness, Buddhism, Mythology, Postmodernism

Promise Fountain

2009-03-28T13:28:00.005-06:00

A sense of Calm. Serenity. Renewal. Negative(Positive) Ions. A return to the Source. The Circle of Life. Baptism. Clarity. Flowing, fresh water in all of its forms. A Promise of Renewal. Why do Fountains evoke these thoughts and feelings?There are many Famous Fountains in the world including the choreographed, technical marvel of the Bellagio fountains in Las Vegas (a rare oasis of relative peace

Batman vs. Superman

2009-02-12T19:25:00.008-07:00

Superman is a hero for bright eyed children and true blue optimists, but Batman is the real deal. He's far more human than Superman - well actually he is human and Superman comes from the planet Krypton, so he's actually an alien. As a human Batman doesn't really have any powers, unlike Superman whose powers are so fantastic they become unbelievable and comical at best. Batman has to deal with

Stock Market Madness Reloaded

2009-01-01T13:54:00.016-07:00

Back in January of 2008 while stock markets were plunging I brazenly posted an article titled Stock Market Madness that predicted a probable market recovery by year end. As this New Year begins it's obvious that I was far too optimistic in trying to predict a softer landing for the U.S. Economy, and didn't anticipate the ensuing ferocious Bear market. Unlike many "expert" financial pundits which

Tomorrow Lives

2008-11-15T20:26:00.004-07:00

Tomorrow: Do something you've never done before.Tomorrow: Make friends with someone.Tomorrow: Come to terms with an enemy.Tomorrow: Start a new life path.Tomorrow: Kiss someone you love.Tomorrow: Exercise your body.Tomorrow: Don't worry about the past or the future.Tomorrow: Invent something.Tomorrow: Be yourself.Tomorrow: Is whatever you want it to be.Have a great day!Tags:Tomorrow, Inspiration,

A President for the Century

2008-11-02T20:56:00.007-07:00

The upcoming American Presidential election will be the most significant turning point in recent history. The United States can choose to look back and succumb to irrational fear, or choose a new path and future with an inspirational leader. Barack Obama wants to restore faith in America at home and abroad. He wants to be an agent of positive change for Americans and the world at large.He's not a

Vegas High Roller Suite

2008-09-26T15:50:00.002-06:00

A few years ago my wife and I stayed in some large, complimentary, luxury suites at the Paris Hotel courtesy of our "Old Style Vegas" casino host - lavish digs despite the fact I'd only been a moderate high roller. There are huge decked out suites available for the "whales" or million dollar gamblers with wrap around views of the strip and every amenity, but that would have been too much for us

Lifehacker?

2008-06-29T17:22:00.008-06:00

Are you a fan of Lifehacker.com?It's a clever site with special emphasis on advice for tweaking software apps and information technology - all in an effort to get you more organized in today's complex world of data overload. You can find a myriad of tips to tweak your e-mail settings, perform superior google searches, get in on early beta applications, incorporate widgets, and recommendations for

The Secret to Life (Encrypted)

2008-05-16T10:15:00.004-06:00

"Ujh Oje Pa Rx Hwbx Rmqf""Ujh Oje Pa Not Rx Hwbx Rmqf"If you solve this cryptogram please leave your answer as a comment below!Tags:Philosophy, Wisdom, Awareness, Key, Zen, Paradox, Cryptogram, Cryptology, Encryption, Cipher, Puzzle, Humor, Spirituality, Sense, Consciousness

New Miracle Mood Drug!

2008-03-08T20:58:00.009-07:00

Have you heard of Wonderifinol?It's a new drug developed and manufactured by Nofartis that will revolutionize the treatment of mood disorders. Forget about psychotherapy, cognitive behavior therapy, psychiatrists, counsellors and parole officers. You will be able to rid yourself of all negative thoughts, bad behavior, depression, and dysfunctional moods once and for all - and the price is cheap

Utopian Dreams

2008-03-01T09:56:00.010-07:00

What is the ideal Society? That question brings forth a wide range of opinions, philosophies, proposals, values, and biased suggestions that are often in conflict with each other. My Utopian world may be your dystopian nightmare, just as one man's hell is anothers heaven. These considerations shouldn't stop like minded individuals from trying to create their own enlightened community, but where

Stock Market Madness

2008-01-21T20:25:00.001-07:00

The Stock Market will CRASH tomorrow. After today's carnage on the global markets stock futures for the S&P and Dow indicate that the major indices will open significantly lower. This scenario of panic selling in the face of some economic woes, and disrupted financial liquidity has been played out many times over decades of investing, and could well signify the beginning of a Bear market. However

My Tiger Woods 2008 Game

2008-01-06T11:53:00.001-07:00

I recently played the best round of golf in my life at the Westchester Country Club. It was an incredible three under par 69 on the card, although I did play from the White forward tees, and conditions were ideal. I hit drive after drive over three hundred yards, and quite a few people were on the course applauding, yelling and cheering for my good shots! I've never been so relaxed during a round

The ILLEGAL Cannonball Run

2007-12-04T12:51:00.000-07:00

Do you remember the cheesy "Cannonball Run" movie from 1981 that starred Burt Reynolds? It portrayed a bunch of comical misfits who auto race each other across the breadth of the U.S from coast to coast. In reality, there is an outlaw Cannonball run that originated over thirty years ago - conceived by car magazine writer and auto racer, Brock Yates, and fellow Car and Driver editor, Steve Smith,

Domestic Blunders

2007-10-20T13:01:00.000-06:00

Many of us view our homes as personal sanctuaries that protect us from the sometimes harsh realities of everyday life, but running a household can be a complex undertaking not to be taken lightly. I'm living proof that an otherwise fairly capable, supposedly intelligent person can make domestic gaffs that make Mr. Bean look like a genius. I've listed some of these here, and fortunately no one was

Tiger Roars Again

2007-08-12T16:09:00.000-06:00

Tiger Woods is the best athlete so far in the Twenty First Century. As everyone in the golf world knows he won his thirteenth major golf championship today after dominating the field through 72 holes of the PGA tournament. His combination of mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual focus along with immense innate talent give him a unique stature in the world of sports and golf - the most

New Golf Season: Part III

2007-06-20T20:37:00.000-06:00

Here is one of the best mental golf tips you will ever hear:Once you have visualized the shot you want to hit and finished a practise swing that feels like that shot, then immediately go ahead and pull the trigger. You will likely be pleased with the result. For this to work though, you have to completely trust your pre-shot preparation and visualization, and then maintain a smooth tempo and

The Ultimate Shave

2007-05-16T15:55:00.001-06:00

This will be the final word on shaving methods from Seasons Under The Sun. After all, there are more important health and hygiene issues out there. I had no intention of writing another shaving article, but sometimes a coincidental little event in life can cause a significant shift in our opinion. In this case it was the free Gillette Fusion razor that arrived in my mail box out of the blue a few

Wine and Country

2007-05-04T11:35:00.000-06:00

What's an excellent way to expand appreciation for your favorite varietal wines? Try sampling them from across different regions, geographies, countries and continents. By doing so, you will discover a world of subtle complexity in drinking varietals, since they derive some unique characteristics based on their geographic locale. Various Shiraz wines from across the globe fit this bill nicely.

Shaving Update

2007-04-15T13:01:00.000-06:00

This should be a final installment about the vagaries of trying to obtain a quick and easy trauma free shave. In a prior post entitled "Razor Blade Rules" I expressed some skepticism regarding razor blade technology and discussed some methods to reduce nicks while shaving with a blade. It then occurred to me that shaving cream might be a culprit as well, and I had some success shaving without it

Online Poker in Limbo

2007-04-04T21:52:00.000-06:00

The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act recently passed by Congress has been an exercise in hypocrisy - all under the murky guise of protecting American citizens and their values. Somehow U.S. financial institutions will be required to block all transactions that might be connected to online gambling. Credit card companies have already done this by virtue of a built-in code that easily

New Golf Season: Part II

2007-03-11T19:26:00.001-06:00

Alright then, after doing some soul searching and weighing the pros and cons, you've made the decision to dedicate yourself to another season of golf. In fact, you've decided to try and play better golf as well. Congratulations! So what's next? Do you pull out the clubs and start whacking ball after ball at the driving range, or pour through golf instruction books and magazines looking for swing

New Golf Season: Part I

2007-03-07T14:05:00.001-07:00

For those of us who live in more northern climes the golf season will soon be here. Before you dust off the clubs this spring why not do an honest appraisal of your expectations for the new season? Do you really enjoy playing the game while spending significant time and money on it every year, or has it become another social routine, or misplaced passion that leaves you feeling drained and empty

The Art of Espresso

2007-02-28T19:30:00.000-07:00

At times it's an unexpected, creative surprise that can make you smile during the course of a trying day. An extra bit of thoughtful artistry to help shake off the doldrums, and awaken a world of possibilities. You might venture into a local coffee shop and order your favorite espresso drink, and there it is - a little bit of magic on the surface of your brew crafted delicately with the frothed