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a couple things
I’m browsing my news feed yesterday when I stumble across this little news article. The University of Maryland is installing ” nap pods ” in their library before exam time. This was the first I had heard of any such… Continue reading
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recycled conversation
They say when you get old you begin to repeat yourself. I have to agree as I do find myself having the same conversations over and over again. This is not restricted to family and friends but is evident on… Continue reading
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no audience
I didn’t watch any super bowl so I have nothing to say about that. Did my not watching make a difference ? No, the reality is it did not. Still it was a positive thing as I did show my… Continue reading
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still here
I saw yesterday another person saying they were taking a break from Facebook. I understand the sentiment as Facebook can get you upset when you don’t agree with others. The part I don’t understand is why blame Facebook ? You… Continue reading
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common sense
It’s the age of activism ! At least that is the way I see it. The number and color of ribbons worn in support of some cause is staggering, I can’t even begin to name them. Ribbons weren’t enough so… Continue reading
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like it never happened
I saw a short article yesterday about San Francisco. The city has decided to retroactively allow felonies to be reduced for Marijuana convictions. Prop 64 ” legalized ” Marijuana in the state, not really but that’s another whole discussion in… Continue reading
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the tempest of time
Here it is February. Many of you will think of Valentines day, that will be the association you make. For me, I think of my friend Richard J Pratt. I know that his birthday is this month, although I can’t… Continue reading
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where once we prayed
A picture I had taken appeared on my ” on this day ” feature on Facebook. I do enjoy seeing what I had posted in years past, what was on my mind. I have discovered there are a few recurring… Continue reading
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Shadows cast
I slept in a bit this morning and am running late. I’m only late by my own internal clock as I have nowhere to be, the benefit of being retired. I have always considered myself a fairly adaptive person and… Continue reading
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liberty lost
Okay, I admit it, I sometimes amuse myself by posting my opinion on websites like MSN. I did just that yesterday and went about my day knowing that some would react unfavorably to my comments. I wasn’t disappointed. I’m thinking… Continue reading