Olive Picking in Crete
Writer's Note: This story occurred many years ago and is part of the memoir I'm putting together about my early years. Athens and Crete...
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Kevin Schwarm
Apr 95 min read
Instant Coffee Musings
While at college, I didn't drink any coffee whatsoever. The aroma sent me in the other direction. Beer was an acquired taste, and I felt...
Kevin Schwarm
Mar 67 min read
The Accountability of Economists: Do They Bear Responsibility for Predictions?
We are well into 2024, and I realize the U.S. Economy has not had a recession over the last three years, which made me wonder. What about...
Kevin Schwarm
Feb 185 min read
Are These Examples of Conscious Capitalism? (Sarcasm)
EAT THIS, NOT THAT (Eat This, Not That: Health, Nutrition, Weight Loss & Recipes) About a month ago, I noticed an article on this website...
Kevin Schwarm
Jan 225 min read
Top 5 Protein Bars at Costco?
10 Best & Worst Protein Bars at Costco, According to Dietitians (EatThis.com) I've always been interested in objectively evaluating...
Kevin Schwarm
Jan 104 min read
Zoetry Resort, Punta Cana, Dominician Republic
In early December, my wife and I booked a 6-day resort stay in the Dominican Republic at the Zoetry Resort, Punta Cana. It was booked...
Kevin Schwarm
Dec 30, 20234 min read
How to Avoid Being Killed on a Bicycle
I'm an experienced bicyclist who has been cycling since I was 6 or 7. Admittedly, I don't cycle as much as I used to as I'm in a...
Kevin Schwarm
Nov 19, 20235 min read
A New Tipping Trend in the US?
In his article in the NY Times on 11/15/23, Peter Coy claims that changes in tipping technology and customs have shifted the balance of...
Kevin Schwarm
Nov 7, 20236 min read
Driving from Chicago to Tampa
Over the last 30 years, I've driven many times from the Midwest to Florida, half the time making the trip in one day. Because of this...
Kevin Schwarm
Oct 1, 20232 min read
Costco 'World of Wow' Quiz
In the September issue of Costco Connection, there's an article about Costco continuing to expand to certain countries outside the United...
Kevin Schwarm
Aug 19, 20235 min read
Duo Lingo Language Program Review
A few years ago, I decided to learn the German language. I've wanted to do this for many years, but I only became quite serious about...
Kevin Schwarm
Aug 3, 20235 min read
Customer Service Anyone?
After interacting with employees at a grocery store, restaurant, online websites, and various medical providers, my takeaway is that...
Kevin Schwarm
Jul 18, 20233 min read
Something Else to Worry About...
Over the last several years, I met with physical and mental health providers, landscape architects, and other professionals about...
Kevin Schwarm
May 31, 20234 min read
Is Grocery Service Dead?
Typically, when I'm in a grocery store, I engage in a laser-focus mentality -- pick up a handful of items, pay, and then move on. I often...
Kevin Schwarm
Feb 28, 20234 min read
Unaware or Ignorant Online Commentary
This blog post results from reading social media commentary on the latest online news articles. Some of these comments may be extreme...
Kevin Schwarm
Jan 5, 20235 min read
Misused or Questionable Words?
It's a new year, and Lake Superior State University has released its annual list of words that deserve to be "banished" from our...
Kevin Schwarm
Dec 21, 20224 min read
Spirit Saver$ Club
I received a call on my cell at 8 a.m. Saturday morning. I was waking up and missed the call, so there's always voicemail if the caller...
Kevin Schwarm
Dec 2, 20223 min read
Marketing Ad Questions
I receive the Clipper Magazine with coupons and specials from local businesses every month or two. This includes restaurant deals,...
Kevin Schwarm
Nov 22, 20223 min read
Survey Blues at Mariano's Grocery Store
Before my purchases were scanned at Mariano's in Vernon Hills, I handed the check-out person about nine coupons to be applied to my bill....
Kevin Schwarm
Oct 28, 20224 min read
Northern Illinois Food Bank Volunteer Experience – Pop-Ups
According to their website, the vision of the Northern Illinois Food Bank (NIFB) is for everyone in Northern Illinois to have food to...
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