Author Archives: Ray Fowler

Do You Understand?

The English language can be confusing. I have had several people tell me how difficult it is to learn English due to all the different uses of words and how they work together. Here is an example. Do you know what each of these words mean? Homonym Homophone Homograph
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Here’s to You, Partner!

My wife and I have been married for nearly 32 years and, as a result, I can speak to the value of partnerships. She has been the most influential person in my life, and I am grateful for the partnership we share. Success in life is all about partnerships and the added strength the partnership [...]
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Medieval Legislation

Until the last few hundred years, the problem of unpaid debt was dealt with through a variety of punishment methods. In ancient Greece and Rome the use of Nexum (debt bondage) style contracts became so wide-spread, with so many people borrowing money they were unable or unwilling to pay back, the practice had to be [...]
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Being cheap may leave you broke(n)

Over the holidays, my wife and I went to see the new Mission Impossible movie, Mission Impossible 4: Ghost Protocol. If you are familiar with the franchise, you know the movies always contain a bunch of explosions, fire and mayhem. This release is no different; Ethan Hunt is out to save the world from nuclear [...]
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Feinting Can Be a Good Thing

In any type of sporting event, the participant or team is going to be looking for a competitive advantage. For example, a pitcher will throw fast balls, curves and change-ups to confuse the batter. A fly fisherman will try a Woolley-Bugger one time and a nymph the next. The participants will feint one way and [...]
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