Thomas Mayhew

Health Matters - Ol' Timers (Rhymes with Alzheimer's) Disease

My Dad is a funny guy. I owe the title of this article to him. Fortunately, he still has his mental faculties intact. However, he has what he refers to as 'senior moments'. When that happens he often says jokingly (as he abruptly feigns as if he is looking for something) "where did I place my aluminum pills?" It's one of those sort of funny, sort of not-so-funny things that he says, in... (posted by Thomas 4 years 26 days ago.)

Health Matters - Stop Severe Diarrhea without Nasty Meds

C an it be possible? Sure thing. I am living proof. This is no laughing matter, but I've learned to laugh at the tough stuff and the unmentionables. Severe diarrhea is one of them. Ha Ha Ha. For three years, I was suffering intolerably from Irritable Bowel Syndrome. After failing to find relief (pun not intended), I had resigned myself to die at home. You say "really"? Really. Over a 3- year... (posted by Thomas 4 years 182 days ago.)

Translation Matters: Important Tips for Translation Service Buyers

A number of rather comical translation faux pas have been brought to my attention over the past days. It is true that not all translations are created equal. Equally true is that translators are not all created equal. Of course, I use the term "created" in a very loose sense here as I believe a translator is a product of his or her effort, training and attention to detail. If you are... (posted by Thomas 4 years 216 days ago.)