Holiday Treats: Snack-sized news and posts
Mark Rapier CMAS, ALC
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Coldplay’s Chris Martin made this heartwarming music video with Dick Van Dyke just days before wildfires forced Van Dyke to flee his home.
Where did our Christmas songs come from?
You cannot save your way to prosperity.
The Cult of the "Cost-Killer" CEO Should EndThe Cult of the "Cost-Killer" CEO Should End | Bloomberg
History is based on facts. How it is interpreted is subject to debate and interpretation. Interpretations change over time.
New versions of AI are disrupting the market. One of the effects is more lawsuits.
We still have a long way to go.
New maps of the world have been published. They accurately depict the size, shape, and location of every land mass.
Equal Earth • Political Wall Map | Equal Earth Free Downloads
Charles Handy passed away this month. His concept of The Second Curve is one of the most powerful ways to look at strategic planning ever developed.
As Americans, we are fortunate. It is easy to forget that sometimes.
A remarkable story of perseverance and success.
The Winter Solstice!
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Reindeer Lawyers!
Santa gives year-end performance reviews!
Hanukkah starts on Christmas Day, which highlights the opportunity to find common ground rather than differences between religions. I believe all religions strive to show their faithful how to live a good life. Problems arise when people use faith to mislead the faithful. All religions are plagued with individuals who use the Word to do evil or convince other to do so.
Here is a collection of end-of-year reviews and 2025 predictions.
Best Songs of 2024 | New York Times My favorite artist of the year is Shaboozey.
Critics Pick the Best TV Shows of 2024 | Hollywood Reporter Shogun was excellent. The last season of Star Trek Lower Decks just aired; I will miss that show.
Quotes
“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.”
- Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss)
“Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference.”
- Helen James
“Whatever anybody says or does, assume positive intent.”
- Indra Nooyi
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