My daughter’s mind is a Cauldron of Curiosity, and when she was super young, she perpetually peppered questions at a rate of roughly 678 Inquiries Per Hour. And whether it was due to fatigue, ignorance, or inability to interpret the…
Overall, life was pleasant for the School of Fish. Most of the fish in the school were seahorses, and they dutifully learned the basic skills of Seahorse Life. From an early age, they learned how to avoid predators and blend…
As I was foraging for Lipid Literature this morning, I stumbled across a short article claiming that “Squirrels Land Like Superheroes.” I love a good squirrel, but as much as I wanted to believe that they gracefully land in the…
This week, we celebrate Inferiority. We recognize the 2nd Class Citizens. We commemorate the champions of the Consolation Bracket. And we shed a tear for those poor patients who “were forced to see the PA instead of the Doctor.” But…
Unexpected cameos and unlikely showdowns often end up being among the most memorable moments in movies. I don’t think anyone was expecting Bob Barker from The Price Is Right to lay a beatdown on Adam Sandler in Happy Gilmore, but…
“Some people care too much. I think it’s called love.” -Winnie the Pooh So often I’m guilty of FORGETFULNESS. Not forgetfulness in the sense of “having no recollection,” but in the sense of failing to fully recognize the myriad blessings…
“Coach, those new sunglasses are TOUGH!” I had actually found these “new shades” underneath my car seat because one of the other kids had accidentally stepped on my usual, “apparently not-as-tough” pair. So I initially thought this “compliment” was actually…
A young boy had expressed an interest in baseball, and so for Christmas, the benevolent Old Coach gave the boy a baseball glove. The glove was old, and yet perfectly broken-in. It was clearly battle-tested, yet somehow seemed brand new.…
“Dad, I think I just had my most brilliant idea ever!” Given that my daughter’s bustling brain is perpetually percolating with interminable innovation, I figured this was going to be good! “I’m just going to wear sandals and Crocs when…
Cholesterol Guidelines recommend checking for Lp(a) “Felons in Your Lipid Neighborhood” AT LEAST ONCE in a person’s lifetime. We have discussed the effect of statins and other medications on Lp(a) levels in Chapter 6 of THIS BOOK and in THIS…
