Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Demise of the typewriter



Yesterday, the very last manual typewriter manufacturer closed down (electronic typewriters are still being manufactured). The Indian company will sell what is left of their stock, but after those are purchased, people will have to track them down through private sales. What are your feelings on this? Do you own any of these magnificent relics? When was the last time you used one?


I don't know if my kids have ever seen one! Gosh, those days of white-out, carbons, and typewriter erasers - I won't miss them! 


Post c/o Writers Relief

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Gregory Peck



Today is the birthdate of Gregory Peck, one of my favorite actors. I liked him best as Atticus Finch, couldn't imagine anyone else in the role. 

Sunday, April 3, 2011

5 second rule




This month #1 son has a rotation in the surgical ICU. It's a very challenging setting, as the patients are in critical condition. Some will recover but some won't. The physicians have to make difficult decisions and be on the alert for any changes in the patients. They must also deal with families under tremendous stress as a loved one is treated. I admire my son's strength of character as he continues in his training. His compassion will help him in this setting.