Architectural Order refers to classical styles such as Greek columns.
The Corinthian Order (Greek column) is the most ornate. Elegant, this type of order was used for the top story standing ten diameters high or about 100 feet high.
Second …
In the mother of all metaphors, The Wizard of Oz, the Tinman wasn’t always made of tin.
He was originally flesh and blood. The Wicked Witch enchanted the Tinman’s ax so that it cut off his body parts. Since that …
Last week, the market began elevated by a forklift.
Monday’s Daily stated, “In the market, Technology and the FANG stocks did all the heavy lifting.”
Tuesday, the market looked like a Roadrunner, born to run. The Daily stated, “At 7 …
I have a fascination with traffic cops.
They keep track of which cars to hold up and which ones to let move forward. They watch pedestrians crossing the street.
They blow whistles. They often entertain, moving their arms and legs …
In 1878, after nine days of Nun’s prayers, a rare helix-shaped spiral staircase leading up to a loft appeared at the Loretto Chapel in Santa Fe.
With no attachment to a wall and built with dowels and wooden pegs, this …
A hot air balloon is made of a fabric gas bag (envelope) with an opening at the bottom. Attached to the envelope is a basket that carries passengers.
The burner, fueld by propane, injects a flame which heats the air …
Even this fast-running Roadrunner pauses at the Handicapped Parking sign.
A bird born to run, it can outrace a human. It can kill a rattlesnake. It thrives in the harsh desert landscape.
Last week, the market paused at the many …
How many hard hats does it take to remove a sapling?
Apparently five. One to control the forklift and four to stand around and watch.
Ok, derivation of an old joke. However, applicable to last week’s market action.
First off, …
Continuing with the Wild West theme, “Buffalo Bill” Cody staged the period with “border dramas.” Buffalo Bill’s fame as a westerner gave his shows star appeal and an aura of authenticity.
The market has had its own border drama this …
Yesterday, we explored the myths and truths of the old Wild West and the current Wild Market.
Back in the day, rowdy frontier towns gave rise to saloons, which in turn gave rise to the “saloon girl.”
The “saloon girl,” …
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