Gayle and I want to
wish every reader a wonderful Christmas season.
For those
who prefer, “holiday” to “Christmas,” remember that the word “holiday” has its
origin in “Holy Day.” But keep that
under your hat and don’t let it get out into the public domain or we’ll be
saying, “Happy Snow Season.” Up here in
the snowy mountains, where shoveling a driveway is our winter recreation, that
may not be a happy greeting.
I’m going
to take a respite from my blog for awhile, but you can always go into the
archives and scroll through my past posts.
You may find something interesting to read.
Believe it
or not, “unhinged” has weekly readers all across the U.S.
and scattered in places like Canada ,
England , Denmark , Germany ,
Africa, Australia , New Zealand , Hawaii ,
and Spain .
These are regulars.
There are
also occasional readers in countries like Mexico ,
Russia , Ukraine , Pakistan ,
Alaska , France , and other far-away lands. I’m sure many of these “sometimes” readers
hit the site by accident. I’ve also had
several unusual visitors, including the Justice Department in Washington , D.C.
I know that
many of you are personal friends going back to our school days, but many are
folks I’ve never met in person. Thanks
to all of you for reading my sometimes nonsensical ramblings. I hope you’ll keep in touch through the blog,
which I’ll keep online for anyone interested, or through my website at www.ralphhiggins.com, or by email higgins@digitalpath.net.
I’ll be
back unless the Mayan calendar is true, which is about as likely as the 12th
Imam bursting out of his gopher hole riding a goat. But if it is true, just
think - we can forget about shoveling snow, last-minute shopping, filing 2012
tax returns, and watching the country self-destruct. It’s always good to look on the positive side.
And it’s also
good to realize that the answer to the old song by Peggy Lee, “Is that all
there is?” is “No.” This is not all
there is. Sorry Peggy.
Ever wonder
why so many wealthy entertainers and athletes, who seem to have everything
money can buy, get lost in drugs, alcohol, and go nuts or commit suicide? Obviously, something is missing in their
lives.
Maybe the
brilliant French physicist and philosopher, Pascal, had it right in the quote I
featured at the top of this post. It’s a
quote worthy of serious contemplation – especially at Christmas.
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| Gayle and I want to wish all of you a great Christmas! |
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| "Macho" snow dog Dakota |
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| Girl Cat dressed for the season |
DANG! and WHAT THE HEY?
ReplyDeleteI know it is probably difficult to come up with new subject matter to elaborate and embelish on but us your loyal readers are willing to provide plenty of suggestions. I hope this is temporary and as soon as you get bored and your beautiful wife Gayle rags on you enough you will begin sharing again. I wish you and Gayle a wonderful Christmas. I love you both.
Jim Loar
Jim - I don't have much of a problem coming up with stuff, but I thought some readers may be getting bored. And it was time for a break anyway. I'm sure I'll get bored too, especially if we're snowed in, and maybe begin to emote on whatever pops into my mind. That's basically what I do anyway.
DeleteBut you had an interesting idea. One that I've considered regarding people contributing stories, etc. Let's talk about that.
Thanks and love from Gayle and me.
Ralph, Christmas is no time for "joking"!!!! Tell us you are the Jim Harbaugh of posting and like, Jim, nothing you say can be believed!
ReplyDeleteTruth is, I believe you but not a word of what Harbaugh says!
I have enjoyed, and hope to be reading your musings soon!
Thanks, Ed.
DeleteSpeaking of Harbaugh, that game last night was unbelievable. I couldn't get to sleep until sometime after 2 AM. It took crossword puzzles, some adult beverages, and a pill to final calm down.
I don't always comment, but I look forward to and read all your blogs. You and Gayle have a Very Merry Christmas and a fantastic New Year. And, I will be waiting with bated (baited?)breath for your next blog.
ReplyDeleteBob Rosenthal
Bob - Very few leave comments, but I knew you were out there. Thanks for reading my stuff.
DeleteWHAT? Your going to take a respite for a while. What kind of talk is that? What are us bored people to do without your thoughts.
ReplyDeleteYou've somewhat grown on us with your blog. I know not everyone responds, but the enjoyment of your writings is still there for all to absorb. Your writings are especially interesting because of your wide range of knowledgeable subjects.
And besides, how are we going to know you aren't buried by the snow.
HAVE A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS
Hi Sharon -
DeleteTo be honest, I thought I was getting boring with my posts. Maybe if I do get buried in snow, I'll have nothing to do, but write again.
I hope Christmas is great for you. You're a long-time friend and I'm glad you're bored and that you read the blog.
We are in Maine for Christmas with our son & his family. This will be followed by open heart surgery for him on January 9th.
ReplyDeleteOne of his good friends is the sports director for the largest TV station in Maine. It might be the equal of the smallest station in Quincy! No, a good station. Lee Goldberg, the sports director gave him 2 tickets on the 20 yard line about 20 rows up for the Patriots game. My son was really upset with Harbaugh for going into a prevent defense in the 3rd quarter. Look what happened!
I am not one who thinks Harbaugh is a genius. His handling of the quarterback change was absolutely rotten. I have no qualms with him making a change. But to stand up and say Alex Smith is his starting quarterback, knowing full well that Alex would not throw another pass for the "niners" was absolutely a blind shot at Smith. He di9d not have the decency to stand up and say he was making a quarterback switch and announce it like a man!
Personally, I have liked Smith during his tenure here in SF. I will follow whatever team he is with next year and root for them over the 49rs.
I look forward to a quick return of your blog. It gives me a good look at your spiritual side,which I have really enjoyed.
Merry, Merry & Happy, Happy!
Someday I will learn to hit the right keys or at least proof read prior to posting!
ReplyDeleteEd-The second half of that 49er game was a mess. No question. Last night's game with the Jets was even worse. I think coaching in both cases was responsible, as you said re: the Niners. For example, you don't toss a new quarterback in the game when your starter has finally established a rhythm, as Ryan did last night. "Tuesday morning quarterbacking."
DeleteRalphie, I can still hear your Mom calling you. She was the best! She always acted shocked with the words that came out of your mouth (like any proper lady would) but it was all an act. It didn't matter what you said, your Mom always giggled. You were her reason for getting up in the morning! Remember the time she had her lady friends over for Tea? You and I arrived at your parents home on Marchmont, it was a very hot summer day. You picked me up and put me on your shoulders and suddenly your front door swung open and all the ladies appeared on the front porch. You were unaware that your Mom had houseguests. You got so flustered and I was totally embarrassed that we suddenly crashed to the ground..
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