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either side of familiar
We have all heard the saying familiarity breeds contempt. We learned that from Aeosp with one of his fables. Have you ever thought about what he was saying there ? I mean, what is contempt. Other words come to mind… Continue reading
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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