Blog of Josh Hall

if resolution can’t be met over 3 emails, it’s time to escalate to the phone.  Don’t forget rules 161 and 162.

A Mother’s Loss As my son bends his knees Under his blanket, enjoying his dreams I place my head on the doorway Wanting to tell him that I don’t have the words to say. Every morning he grabs his bag, and darts for that yellow bus As I wave farewell, and thank God for how [...]

Don’t make anyone wait for you.  This can be applied to so many things, but it can be summed up as “don’t be the weakest link.”  If you’re meeting people, make it clear that you’re going to be late, or make sure they’re not depending on you to bring something to start.

First off, if you have never seen a Cirque De Soleil show, right off the bat you’re obligated.  It will be the most amazing thing you’ve ever seen. If you’re in Pittsburgh, you have until June 5th to see Totem.  http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/totem/default.aspx I saw Quidam twice, O in vegas, Alegria, and now Totem.  Each time I’m [...]

The folks at Festo have created a mechanical bird that is as graceful as the real thing. Our technology is not just getting smaller and cheaper, but it’s getting smoother. Soon, we won’t be able to tell the robots from living creatures.

I’m not sure there’s a global norm or scientist/hygiene recommended expiration date on sheets.  There especially confusion (for me, at least) around sheets in the guest room.  Do you only put on the sheets when they arrive?  How long can you leave the sheets on there before someone uses them or they need to be [...]