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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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  • canonical

     I keep hearing the insistence that America was founded on diversity. Yes, it is true that Americans come from all nations and backgrounds. We hear today that we are a nation of immigrants. Yes, we are. Well, at least we… Continue reading

  • personas and personalities

     Before politics what did we talk about on Facebook? I’m thinking it was mostly pictures of our kids, grandkids and what’s for supper. It was a different atmosphere that much is certain. I admit to being one of those that… Continue reading

  • rational emotions

     I was reading some comments concerning the Flag. The Flag code is the guiding document for the display and respecting of the flag. It is an attempt to rationalize emotion. That is how I would describe that. It is a… Continue reading

  • the old way

     Ever hear of white gas? You may have if you had any experience with gasoline before 1975 or so. Why 1975? That was the year unleaded gas was introduced. But, then gasoline with lead added was called ” regular ”… Continue reading

  • the next deal

     Although it is on my mind I grow weary of writing about the current atmosphere in the country. The morning news is just full of divisive and anger inducing stories. And that is a part of it, they are reporting… Continue reading

  • is more enough

     I saw a meme about housing those that call themselves refugees. Apparently the United Stats has erected a tent city for them. The question was if we could do that for them why can’t we do it for the homeless… Continue reading

  • back on track

     I went on a little hiatus. I was disconnected from the news and Facebook for almost six days. I didn’t miss it nearly as much as I thought I might. I did notice that folks everywhere seem a bit more… Continue reading

  • come as you are

     I’m leaving this morning for a trip to Florida. I’m not one to go on vacations and such very often, that isn’t the way I was raised! Still, it is a blessing to be able to do so. I am… Continue reading

  • look both ways

     When I was growing up there were three classes of people. There were the rich people, the poor people and there was us. That’s the way I thought of it anyway. To be rich you only needed to have a… Continue reading

  • planning ahead

     We are half way through the year 2018. Alright this is day 164 so technically not half,  but in my mind it is. June being the sixth month and we are halfway through June, sooo. The official start of summer… Continue reading