What I learned this week, July 29, 2022

Making the noodles disappear, Khao Noodle Shop, Dallas, Texas.

Fed gauge on inflation hits 40-year high

I’m old. I remember 1980 very well. This feels exactly like it did then – and that is not a good thing. The big difference is in 1980 I was 23 years old, had no responsibilities, and all I had to do was be able to buy a pack of ramen noodles and I could get through the day. That’s not true now.


LA opened a fancy new bridge and locals are doing their best to shut it down every night

I’ve been following the story of LA’s 6th street viaduct – at over half a billion dollars it felt a bit overpriced – but it’s a cool attempt at alternate transportation – I love the bike and pedestrian lanes and the views of downtown. There was a lot of excitement when it opened. But it has turned out to be a nightmare.

This is why we can’t have nice things.


Little Free Library near my house.

56 Delightfully Unusual Words for Everyday Things

Check it out… #4 Bumfodder – worth the read.


Men Between the Ponds
Men Between the Ponds – I think they are doing Tai Chi.

Keeping fit: how to do the right exercise for your age

The type and amount of exercise you should do changes as you age. To ensure that you are doing the right type of exercise for your age, follow this simple guide.


Continental Bridge Park, Dallas, Texas

6 Toxic Relationship Habits Most People Think Are Normal

6 Healthy Relationship Habits Most People Think Are Toxic

This is all so confusing.


El Paisano
El Paisano Restaurant along the Santa Fe Trail in Dallas. Menudo!

I Hate This

I am old. Still, I keep up, more of less. But I agree with this author – I hate when restaurants give you a QR code rather than a menu. It’s hard to order off a phone – they don’t always work (my work phone blocked QR codes, for example). Sure, use one for long lists like beer or wine, but give me a piece of paper.


The Most Important Scientific Problems Have Yet to Be Solved

Problems that appear small are large problems that are not understood.