The word "conservative" and the current frieghted political associations we have of it. I commend you for using it so carefully, thoughtfully and accurately.

That's a descriptor that has certainly been used to frightful advantage.

"They transcend time and technology." As well as your command of standard English usage apparently.

Like this?

I know. Just kidding. Although as someone w/ a sleep disorder, I feel your pain.

"DSPS" ~ decessit sine prole suivre (died without surviving issue). I can see were that could hold you back.

No. Early risers are, as a lot, insufferably smug.

Politicians are (usually) lawyers first. Does that give you a clue? And all business people are not created equal. Mittens comes to mind. But I like the direction you are heading in (and it's after 9 and I'm going back for a second snooze now that the dogs are fed and pooped) and would encourage people from all walks…

Now that's the ticket.

"Fewer" dishes, you illiterate moron.

Faslane ~ there are some very well-produced and high quality exclusive shows on HuluPlus. Prisoners of War (Israeli), Braquo (French), Spiral (French), Longmire, Line of Duty (British). Most have short runs but the quality is excellent.

OT but if you are on Hulu Plus watch "Prisoners of War".

You've answered it. Thanks.

Captain, I take your point about knowing the lyrics and (especially for men) starting in an appropriate key. But what about tempo? Should it be sung in 4/4 time?

At this point in my life I sit on boards and attend meetings because I have some interest in the subject matter but, as noted in The Atlantic's article (item #7), some people aren't very adept at listening and taking notes at the same time. It seems to me that before you can have a fruitful discussion on best…

In the fwiw category, backer rod is available because it is still has a use. Any big box store usually carries 3 sizes. It's primary use is to fill a gap larger than caulk can handle. Stuff in the backer rod to close up the space (between say trim and ceiling) and then caulk over. Caulk has only so much elasticity.

Well, first of all my condolences on the loss of someone very special to you. From your syntax I assumed that she had passed away and it wasn't hard to make the leap that you missed her a great deal. As an adult I am sure you see how rare such a relationship is in today's fractured and narcissistic world. And I am…

LDW ~~ I'd like to try and make a subtle but significant shift in your emphasis. I feel like I'm falling just a wee bit short of making my point. (And, again, this is just raw thinking, complete conjecture on my part. So feel free to disagree if the peg doesn't fit the hole.)

My theory, if true, goes a step beyond the ability to remember the strange contents of the dream and recount it. This is a key part of the hypothesis. You are actually working through a conversation with your subconscious which becomes a stand-in for the interested listener. So in your case you are working out what it…

Well, I was testing out the idea as to whether there is a correlation between the frequency/intensity and/or ability to remember one's dreams given the notion of a receptive listener. In other words, in the situation you cited where your mom was the keenly interested observer, did her interest and encouragement have…