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Memories, a memoir, philosophy or simply the ramblings of a boomer. These are my thoughts, my observations and my opinions.

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  • reminders

     After a certain age it seems the Doctor’s appointments just seem to stack up. It is fortunate, in todays world, that we have so many ways to be reminded. I get notifications on the computer and by text message. When… Continue reading

  • justification

     And once again I am amazed at the logic some people use to justify their actions. I hadn’t heard this one before. The Bible says that life begins with the first breath, therefore its’ alright to abort children  anytime before… Continue reading

  • Spring

     Spring arrives this afternoon and with it a change in routine. As the weather warms, a welccome bit of climate change, the focus will shift to out of doors. The daffodils have been up for a few days already, along… Continue reading

  • writing for a reaction

     Writing for a reaction. That is what I believe a lot of articles I read on Facebook are designed to do. This is especially true with articles published by my left leaning friends. The reaction I believe they are trying… Continue reading

  • time will tell

     On Saturday the wife and I accompanied our grandson and his parents, as he made his commitment to Stevenson University. I believe that is the proper term to use, commitment. Signing the agreement and giving them a check he is… Continue reading

  • it's criminal

     I keep hearing about the big scandal. Rich folks using their money to influence college admission for their children. Well, who would have ever thought such a thing was possible. I’m certain this has only begun since Trump took office!… Continue reading

  • the written word

     I was reminded yesterday about the writing of letters. It is my thinking that many of the kids today will never know that singular thrill of getting a letter in the mail. As a child I received few letters but… Continue reading

  • survival

     My heart has been heavy these past few days. This morning I thought I would share some thoughts on a lighter subject, Facebook. It was the day before yesterday when there were issues. From what I understand problems were experienced… Continue reading

  • what I tell myself

     We reside in an ethereal world somewhere between the truth, and what we tell ourselves. That was the thought that occurred to me as I prepared to travel to my sister’s celebration of life. An emotional time for certain and… Continue reading

  • even if you ask

     The Maryland state legislature just passed a bill to allow medically assisted death. I call it assisted suicide. The debate rages on about that action, whether it is compassionate or immoral. The discussion centers around the precept we label ”… Continue reading