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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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  • where history goes

     I was talking with my sister last evening, a long remembrance really. She is only two years older than myself but our memories sure are different when talking about the early years. It is always fun when she is in… Continue reading

  • forever unfriended

     Being a man of a curious nature I often stumble upon little facts and tidbits. Then I have to go read a little more about them until my curiosity is satisfied. Fortunately, or unfortunately depending upon your view, it normally… Continue reading

  • write it down

      I read somewhere that if you want to know what you believe, write. I have to agree. I’ve been writing these blogs and have learned what I believe. I have to admit it isn’t always a comfortable experience. Fortunately… Continue reading

  • heads up

     Just when you think you’re heard it all, a new one pops up. I’m reading the posts on my timeline when I notice this meme. It says that NBC reported there were 6000 pedestrians deaths last year, the majority caused… Continue reading

  • a sense of power

     Emboldened or empowered ? They really are different actions. I was thinking about that when having an online discussion the other day. I thought that perhaps the concept of polite company had been lost to generations subsequent to my own.… Continue reading

  • Normal women

     It was 96 years ago today that eight members of the Supreme court agreed on landmark legislation. The judges declared the 19th amendment was constitutional. What is the 19th amendment ? Yes, it is women’s suffrage. Interesting to note is… Continue reading

  • survival

     It’s a common saying today. It is something I hear all the time. It is also something that grates on my nerves. I’m a survivor ! OMG, if you are still breathing you are a survivor that is pretty obvious… Continue reading

  • a time to start

     We started with, spare the rod and spoil the child. Well, we have and we did. We are just beginning to the see the results of that decision. We have tried to drug the children into submission and the results… Continue reading

  • I don't always agree

      People have likes and dislikes. I know, it’s an amazing thing to some that believe everyone should just love everything. I’m talking about personal likes and dislikes of course. It has gotten to be where you can’t express those… Continue reading

  • when facts offend

     I can’t help but notice a growing trend among a certain group of people. Maybe it has something to do with all that bottled water they’re drinking, maybe it is tied to their belief in global warming or that murdering… Continue reading