Mark Twain observed, “The difference between the right word and the almost right word is the difference between lightning and the lightning bug.” And while they can never compete with lightning in dramatic effect, lightning bugs are extraordinarily good at what they do. Also known as fireflies, lightning bugs emit a light, a brief flash of illumination, that lets other fireflies know where they are. It sends a distinct message, succinct and unmistakable. And in the process, they bring delight … [Read more...]