Tag Archives: Top Ten Things Not to Do
Top Ten Things Not to Do at the First Sunday Football Game at Philadelphia in 1933
This post was first run on November 11, 2018. From a historical perspective, I thought you would enjoy it since we are all now surrounded by Sunday American Football Top Ten Things Not to Do at the First Sunday Football Game at Philadelphia in 1933 10 At the first Sunday football game in Philadelphia, do […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do Landing at Plymouth Rock in 1620
This post ran on December 10, 2018. Since the anniversary of the Pilgrims’ arrival is approaching, I thought preparing would be a good idea. * * * The pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock on December 11, 1620. If you were there, here is a list to help you stay out of trouble. Top Ten Things […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do at the George Washington Proclamation of Thanksgiving in 1789.
This post ran on November 25, 2019. I thought it would be fun to reread it since this is Thanksgiving week here in the US. * * * George Washington proclaimed November 25 as a day of Thanksgiving in honor of the new constitution. This day has been used to set Thanksgiving as the last […]
Top Ten things not to do when trying to decide what to watch on TV
This post ran on October 6th, 2014. Since we all need to decide what to watch on TV, it still might be helpful. * * * Top Ten things not to do when trying to decide what to watch on TV This list was inspired by a recent visit to a friend’s house […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do in the Rain
This post ran on December 15, 2014. It may come in handy since it still rains, and we have time before the big freezes. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Do in the Rain 10 If you are in the rain driving your car, do not engage cruise control. If you do, at […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do if You Have a Lousy Boss
This post ran on August 11th, 2014. I’m sure there are still lousy bosses out there. I hope you enjoy it. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Do if You Have a Lousy Boss 10. If you have a lousy boss, do not try to curry favor. If you do, at best, […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do If You Leave the House Without Money or ID.
This post was originally published on May 10, 2018, but it may still be relevant today. Of course, if you have transferred all your credit cards and access to cash to your phone, this old-timey post won’t mean much unless you forgot your phone. (Which would be like forgetting your arm.) * * * […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do Yourself
This post ran on October 2, 2017. I’m still heeding its advice. I hope you find it useful too. Top Ten Things Not to Do Yourself 10 If your electrical service is out, do not try to diagnose and fix the problem. If you do, at best, you’ll melt a screwdriver. At worst, the jolt […]
Top Ten Things Not to Say in a Text
This post ran on October 28th, 2019. I think it still may have some merit. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Say in a Text 10 If you are texting, do not say, “Will you marry me?” If you do, at best, your intended battery has failed. At worst, your reply will be […]
Top Ten Things Not to Do When You Are in a Dentist’s Chair
This post ran on July 9, 2018. Since we all still go to dentists, it may be useful. * * * Top Ten Things Not to Do When You Are in a Dentist’s Chair The inspiration for this list was a routine visit to the dentist. Like all dentist offices, I could hear what was […]



















