Michael EmbryRandom Thoughts: Murdoch and Musk and an American EducationI wonder if people like Rupert Murdoch and Elon Musk truly understand what it is to be an American?Feb 28, 20232Feb 28, 20232
Michael EmbryRandom thoughts: No More Thinking about the EndIt may seem odd to many boomers and other old folks, but I don’t fear death.Jan 28, 20233Jan 28, 20233
Michael EmbryRandom thoughts: I feel oldI was attending a military change-of-command ceremony, and after it was over, I glanced at the young folks in attendance and said to a…Dec 4, 20221Dec 4, 20221
Michael EmbryRandom Thoughts: Dealing with DeathsIn two days this week, I learned of the deaths of two cousins and a high school classmate.Nov 24, 20221Nov 24, 20221
Michael EmbryRandom Thoughts: Common sense in cutting costs“You can be young without money, but you can’t be old without it.” — Tennessee Williams, American playwrightSep 21, 20221Sep 21, 20221
Michael EmbryRandom thoughts: The Appeal of Cults“Be wary of any leader who proclaims him or herself as having special powers or special insight. And, of course, divinity.” Psychologist…Aug 26, 20222Aug 26, 20222
Michael EmbryRandom thoughts: Back on the road again“Once the travel bug bites there is no known antidote, and I know that I shall be happily infected until the end of my life.” — Michael…Jul 27, 20221Jul 27, 20221
Michael EmbryRandom thoughts: For the love of dogs“Everyone thinks they have the best dog. And none of them are wrong.” — W.R. Pursche, American writerJul 1, 20223Jul 1, 20223
Michael EmbryRandom thoughts: Friendships“Friendship is the hardest thing in the world to explain. It’s not something you learn in school. But if you haven’t learned the meaning of…Jun 8, 20222Jun 8, 20222
Michael EmbryRandom thoughts: Dental regretsThere was a scene in the movie, “Peggy Sue Got Married,” where Peggy Sue (played by Kathleen Turner) asked her grandfather, “Grandpa, if…May 25, 20221May 25, 20221