Going back to college makes me recall the younger version of myself.
humor
The humble Farmer: The Almost Perfect Woman won’t let anything get between her and a bargain
You might not get married just to save money, but don’t be surprised if it happens.
Maine Observer: Flying lobsters from Maine to Wyoming
Remember that not everyone west of here knows that lobsters don’t turn red until they’re cooked.
The humble Farmer: Don’t burn your house to cook a pig, and other lessons learned
Yesterday I witnessed two things I will never forget. One was a radiant heating system in an old house.
Gina Barreca: Don’t drop your clothes in a restroom stall and other life rules
Pay attention and be generous, and you’ll do just fine in life – and in Gina School.
The humble Farmer: Hey, Google, how fast can an ordinary person adapt to technological change?
The horse was not outdated overnight, but no, hardly a week goes by when we are not assaulted by some change or complicated technical innovation.
Gina Barreca: What a wonderful difference a good neighbor makes
And it turns out that a bad neighbor actually can bring the rest of the neighborhood together.
Maine Observer: It felt as if Nana was in the car with me
The Maine accent and lingo are rarely heard in our modern world of Midwestern accents and bland national vocabulary.
The humble Farmer: Let’s stop ‘sharing’ and start talking (or not, as the case may be)
This new way of speaking is annoying and distracting and some things should go without saying.
Maine Observer: Coffee snob? Yes. Cup snob? Not so fast
Baristas at high-end shops are aghast when asked to fill a Dunkin’ Donuts-logoed mug, but nothing compares to it.