America is much more of a business than it is a country. This statement came from a friend over a glass of wine and a discussion on politics. He certainly isn’t what I’d call a liberal but being from Southern California doesn’t blindly side with conservatives. He also has a PhD in chemistry so is…… Continue reading America is more of a business than a country
Category: Economics
The Value of Money
Simple thoughts, free-form writing in this post. Get ready for a roller-coaster. What is the value of money? In our capitalistic society money seems to command the top spot, that which is to be desired over everything else. Money is that which every other desire can be obtained, this idea, this falsity is ingrained and…… Continue reading The Value of Money
Welcome to the USA – Now buy something
I first used this quote in my post MBA Students – A Scourge. It was meant to convey to my readers exactly how I felt after returning to the USA after 5 years in Asia. It seemed that everywhere I turned, there was a solicitation, a sales pitch trying to separate me from my…… Continue reading Welcome to the USA – Now buy something
The Joy of Being Alive vs. Consumer Culture
Hi Everyone! Sorry for the delay in posting, especially since there have been so many things going on in the news lately. Life has been busy with much travel, new job, young child and various social engagements where young children come to my place, throw things on the floor and make lots of noise. LOL…… Continue reading The Joy of Being Alive vs. Consumer Culture
Credit Cards – Some Advice for my loyal readers
Hi everyone. Just read a nice piece in the NYT about which credit card to choose especially for travelers. As I have a lot of experience both traveling and in the airline industry, I thought I would give some free advice to my loyal readers out there. Unfortunately this advice is only for card holders…… Continue reading Credit Cards – Some Advice for my loyal readers