I totally understand that I’m not young and even this ol’ 46-year-old is on Instagram. It’s not that I want to be, per se. In fact, my skewed opinion is that it’s an app mostly used by women. I’m wrong, of course. All the stats I found show that more males use it than females.Continue reading “Is anyone NOT on Instagram?”
Author Archives: Ben Wilder
I’m worried about this Top 7 American Idol contestant
What a season it’s been on American Idol. As of last night, the hopeful contestants have been winnowed down to 6 plus 1 judge “save” and I’m sure we can all agree these 7 are solid! Who gets eliminated next, no matter which one, will feel like a tragedy (although I have a prediction onContinue reading “I’m worried about this Top 7 American Idol contestant”
The Volkswagen Little Boxes Commercial – The Song and More
Color outside the lines. Take the road less traveled. March to the beat of your own drum. All of these well-known adages about living the adventurous life capture the sentiment in a new Volkswagen commercial titled “Best Day.” Take a look, then scroll down for more… The Song. The ad ends with a modern stylizationContinue reading “The Volkswagen Little Boxes Commercial – The Song and More”
100 Men vs. Gorilla – The Debate Continues
When I first heard this dilemma– who’d win in a fight, 100 men or a gorilla?– I thought it was an easy answer: 100 men. How could anyone defend themself against 100 people (let alone the best 100 men the world has to offer)? We all know the question will never have a definitive answer,Continue reading “100 Men vs. Gorilla – The Debate Continues”
35,000 – Almost A Triathlon Story
This was supposed to be a post wrapping up the results of a sprint triathlon I participated in today. I would write about reaching (or not reaching) my goals, how each sport went, where I can improve, what was my favorite part. But as my truck crossed the 35,000 mile-mark, I was driving back 2Continue reading “35,000 – Almost A Triathlon Story”
Out of the Wilderness 