Tag Archives: communication

Corrected Vision

Posted on September 17, 2026 by dtopliff

This summer I’ve been blessed with at least four pair of emerald and ruby throated hummingbirds. They flit among my feeders, sometimes three at a time drinking the nectar I provide. This summer, the first time I filled the feeders, … Continue reading →

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Communicating with Both Hands Tied behind Our Backs by James R. Coggins

Posted on February 25, 2026 by jrcoggins

Experts tell us that when we speak to one another, 55% of our meaning is expressed by body language, 38% by the tone of our voice, and only 7% by the words. Which is why the lyrics don’t matter in … Continue reading →

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Something Strange by James R. Coggins

Posted on October 2, 2024 by jrcoggins

I found something strange in my mailbox today. Among all the flyers (air mail), store coupons, political advertisements, bills, lottery notices, etc. was a white envelope about nine inches by four inches. I couldn’t recall ever seeing anything like it. … Continue reading →

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Cards and Communication by James R. Coggins

Posted on December 2, 2020 by jrcoggins

Every year when I was growing up, one entire wall of our living room would be filled with multiple strings holding Christmas cards our family had received that year. Long distance telephone rates were very high, and the postal system … Continue reading →

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The Alexa Newsflash Epiphany by Julie Arduini

Posted on November 15, 2017 by juliearduini

I think the one thing on a lot of Christmas lists last year was the Amazon Echo Dot. Priced just under $50, this is a hands-free voice-controlled device that can answer questions, play music, control smart-home devices, make calls, create … Continue reading →

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