Do it blue states. Those of us in red states will love you. That’ll mean still more good-paying jobs migrate to us. My little college town gets so many offers, they’ve become quite selective, picking only the best. And with those jobs come better schools and community services, attracting still more businesses. And…

Reading under dim red light helps me, as does avoiding any computer/tablet/smartphone/Paperwhite display at least an hour ahead of bed time.

Before you’re attacked by dogs or wild animals prepare. Either carry with you an appropriate weapon, such as a collapsible defense baton, or quickly improvise one from a stick, a chair, a garbage can lid, or the like. Most animals fear such objects and using one is far safer than using your arm. You can get a baton or…

This article suggests an interesting tack to take for those who like quality music but have limited budgets.

Writing does not work with me. Although I wrote it, I can’t read it.

I have a different process. First, I locate the item or something like it at Amazon, Walmart, Home Depot or wherever. I look at the description and reviews to see if I would buy it at all, paying little attention to the price. Then with what it is in mind, I determine if I would buy it at the thrift store price.

I’m one of Overcast’s great fans, particularly SmartSpeed and VoiceBoost. They make even the most amateur of podcasts sound marvelous. Apple should pay the developer a pretty penny and incorporated those features, not only into it’s own podcast player, but offer them within iOS to any developer of a sound app. They…

You bring up a good point. I sometimes wonder if some smart mechanic should start a business restoring classic, sturdy, reliable cars, including those Volvo station wagons.

Ah, you’re seeing one reason among many I’m delighted to keep driving my 1981 Toyota. It just keeps chugging along and, when something breaks, it’s easily and cheaply fixed. It gets me from place to place as easily as the most expensive, high-tech car.

Do what I’ve done. Pay nothing for television. Get programs off the air or find replacements online. That leaves broadband. Fortunately, my house has cables run for two providers. Each year, I ask my existing provider to match the discounted introductory rate of the other. When it doesn’t, I switch. That takes about…

Quote: “But let us not too hastily forget the Ivanka of three months ago who was eagerly promoting a $10,000 self-branded bracelet after she wore it during a 60 Minutes interview. Many accused her at the time of using her political spotlight and access to sell bracelets, which is exactly what she was doing.”

If you have a choice, opt to live or work in a brick building. The density of brick makes it marvelous for stopping outside sound. Add doublepane windows and thick curtains, you’ll have quiet.

Simple pleasures? Hilarious. When you’ve added yet another device that needs recharging almost daily, you’ve not simplified your life. You can run a headphone cord under your top clothing to eliminate the only real problem with wired phones—their tendency to catch on things.

Given all that buyback and repair is likely involve, it may be more of an ecological disaster than the slight pollution it’s intended to correct. Why not simply transfer these cars to owners who live in lightly populated areas and promise not to drive them into big cities? The cars could even be assigned special ‘no…

Recalling the lengthy clash I had (and won) with a Manhattan lawyer, I suggest picking one from this list:

She’s ever so lovely herself. Note how tastefully she’s dressed too. Artists are like that.

Getting right with God makes more sense than simply getting “your paperwork in order.”

There are two cheaper options you can often find at thrift stores for under $20. Try before buying to make sure the height is right and they’re sturdy enough.

There are two cheaper options you can often find at thrift stores for under $20. Try before buying to make sure the…

Those who can manage their travel communication needs with texting might look into the DeLorme InReach SE. It two-way texts directly via Iridium satellites, so it works from anywhere on earth to anywhere with no local involvement. It’s not cellular, so it doesn’t depend on towers, plans, or SIMs. It’s not using the…

Those familar with the more crowded parts of Europe should keep in mind that the U.S. is very large. I’ve ridden across the U.S. several times by bus. If you’re stopping to sightsee along the way, that’s fine, particularly if you want to go places not served by plane.