The idiom “get down to brass tacks” is an Americanism from the nineteenth century meaning to get down to the most important, the fundamental, the basics, immediate facts, or priorities. It is also expressed in the idea of “getting down to the nitty-gritty” which is noted as referencing the most important aspects … [Read more...] about NITTY-GRITTY!
Integrity
A REFLECTION!
There are those who make a fool of themselves, but in so doing may embarrass their family and others around them. Though we live in a world where many feel the right to live life however they choose, they need to come to realize how personal choices can still have an impact on others. Because we live in a world … [Read more...] about A REFLECTION!
HIS SIGNATURE!
[03/16/2023 “teEn-MAIL”] The expression “my word is my bond” was used in noting one with the integrity of always following through on what was promised. Based on this, many agreements in the past were sealed with a simple handshake rather than a formal signature. However, even with some signed contracts today … [Read more...] about HIS SIGNATURE!
