Carrabba's Italian Grill: Not the Usual Chain

Carrabba's restaurants in the Tampa Bay area are an exception to the rule that chain restaurants are usually not exciting or fresh. Exceptional Italian dishes combined with a friendly and well trained wait staff make dining a pleasant experience.



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Barack Obama - Where Did He Come From? What Does He Believe?

A brief, but comprehensive, study of the man and his education, background and policies that just might qualify him to be President. There is a goodly amount of substance behind the sound-bites.



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Lenny's Restaurant in Clearwater, Florida: Best Breakfast in Town

There is a super restaurant in Clearwater, Florida, open for breatfast and lunch, which remids one of the best of New York City deli's and Miami Beach's offerings. Breakfast is the king.



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We've Come a Long Way? New and Nicer Ways to Kill the Bad Guys

Most civilized countries have abolished the death penalty, either directly or through non-use. The debate is being clouded by the introduction of more "humane" and "painless" ways to kill someone. These ways have not proven to be either painless or humane and often obscure the essential nature of the debate.



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Giles Corey, Victim of the Salem Witch Hunt, Had a Unique Death

In 1692, Giles Corey choose to die in a manner that avoided forfeiture of his property. After nearly over 200 years of non-use, the United States has resurrected forfeiture in its war against drugs. It's a bad idea. This is the third article related to the troubles suffered by Bernie Ellis and his advocacy of medical marijuana.



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Update: Bernie Ellis and the "Save Bernie's Farm" Effort

More updates from the saga of Bernie Ellis and his treatment by the Federal government in distributing, free, marijuana to a few ill persons. It ties in with articles in Associated Content on the same subject.



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Does Correcting Gender Dysphoria Make One a Different

The City of Largo fired its City Manager, Steve Stanton, in disregard of its own regulations because of transgender issues. The issue should be whether a sex change also changes an individual's ability to do his or her job.



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Medical Marijuana II - Doctors' at Risk?

Doctors are at risk of losing their license or imprisonment for prescribing medical marijuana in accordance with state law. The Federal government wants to expand these restrictions in its war against pot -- even for medical reasons.



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A Primer: Tenants' Rights in Florida (and Responsibilities, Too)

Tenants rights and responsibilities in Florida -- the basics



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A Warning to Alimony Recipients in Florida

Florida law now allows reduction or termination of permanent alimony if the recipient enters into a "supportive relationship" with another. as when an older woman, anxious to keep her alimony, chooses to live with or otherwise enjoy a relationship with another man without marriage. Details of the new law are discussed.



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How to Dress a Dog - Regional Preferences in Toppings for Your Hot Dog

The Great American Hot Dog,: the snack upon which to munch on the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, at the baseball park and whenever a sausage-like mixture of beef, pork and nitrates are just the thing! But what goes on top?



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Living Together Before or Instead of Marriage is Probably a Bad Idea

Couples who live together prior to or instead of marriage have, statistically, less of a chance for an eventual committed relationship. There are few, if any, advantages to a transient cohabitation and, certainly, none for the woman.



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Marijuana for Medical Use - a Federal Crime

Barnie Ellis, a Tennessee activist in support of the use of marijuana, cannabis, for medical purposes, is the latest instance of the Federal government's "war on drugs" and is being made a martyr.



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Part I: Wars Are Neither Efficient nor Effective in Fighting Ideas

We mis-use the term "war". We have had a War on Poverty, a War against Drugs, a War against Inflation" and now a War against Terrorists. A war necessitates an army, military force and a beginning and an end. One cannot combat ideas with military or other force. In another article, the way to combat terrorists is discussed.



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Free Gifts to Doctors May Be Bad for Your Health

More and more physicians and medical ethicists acknowledge gifts from pharmaceutical companies create a climate of potential abuse and improper influence. The issue that remains open is whether these gifts influence the prescriptions that are written and whether the best medicine is being prescribed.



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The History and Mystery of Toilet Paper

A somewhat lighthearted history of toilet paper, from the ancient Chinese to the modern day. The Pentagon uses 666 rolls every day -- the Mark of the Beast?



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My In-box Runneth Over with False Threats and Warnings

Efforts should be undertaken to not repeat and pass on false Urban Legends, threats of viruses, unwarranted warnings of dire events and consequences.



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Comparative Religion Should Be Taught in Schools? Because of Our Enemies

Islamic terrorists act upon their beliefs, based upon their faith. To challenge terrorists, one must understand the bases of their beliefs. It is a civic responsibility to comprehend the values and beliefs of non-Western and non-Judeo-Christian people.



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Doctors and Lawyers Duke it Out

Doctors and lawyers continue to fight over malpractice cases and insurance, all while the insurance industry manipulates both professions for its own ends.



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Daniel Silva's Newest Book is a Winner

This is the latest of thriller novels by Daniel Silver involving a world famous art restorer, Israeli spy and, sometimes, assassin, friend and protector of Tye Pope. The stories are fast-paced and thoroughly enjoyable. A treat!



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Homeowners Have a Responsibility for the Safety of Visitors

Visitors to your premises are owed different standards of care and protection against hazards, depending on whether they are there on business, as social guests, children or even trespassers and thieves. This is a survey of those responsibilities.



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Tattoos, Body Art and Too-Casual Outfits in the Corporate World

General rules concerning enforceability of corporate Dress Codes. Essentially, they cannot be discriminatory but can insist on standards of clothing. Tattoos and piercing may be permitted in some jobs, but to advance, take your artwork somewhere else!



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