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The truth is a tool
Every once in a while when I am writing a line or phrase will come out that I enjoy. I usually write them down elsewhere and call them my quotes. I think everyone should have their own quotes, don’t you… Continue reading
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Opening old wounds
” The world premiere of “Detroit,” the movie, will be happening in Detroit, the city where the events that inspired it actually took place. Oscar-winning director Kathryn Bigelow’s film about the 1967 Detroit riot will have its official debut on… Continue reading
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an unanswered question
It is a popular expression right now, ” thank you for your service. ” You hear people say that all the time. I hear it all the time. I’m never quite sure how to respond. A simple you’re welcome is… Continue reading
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a " daycation "
Today the plan is to take a ” daycation. ” Hey, I can make up words. A ” daycation ” is a vacation for one day but you probably surmised that much. Anyway my wife and I along with one… Continue reading
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Something more
I saw that Muslim gentleman on television this morning. Ever notice how they emphasize that ? The fact that he is a Muslim. Don’t say what country he comes from though. Muslim isn’t a nationality but his religion and that’s makes… Continue reading
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everyone is doing it
I seldom know what I want to write about when I get up in the morning. I just turn on the computer, check my e-mail, say Good Morning followed by birthday greetings as appropriate. It is a routine I have… Continue reading
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A luxury vacation
I still enjoy watching the price is right. The price of things certainly have gone up that much is certain. Most of the prizes I really don’t have a clue how much something like that would cost. Hot tubs, exercise… Continue reading
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The Derby
I stayed up to watch the home run derby last evening. That is an unusual thing for me these days staying up past eight o’clock. I haven’t found many shows worth staying up for. I suppose I’m just getting old.… Continue reading
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opinionated defense
My grandson Mark, who rarely reads my blogs, says to me, you should try to be more convincing in your writing. You see, he has decided that he want to become a prosecutor, a lawyer. He has been taking advanced… Continue reading
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the lesson of time
Aging is a matter of developing patience. The ironic reality in that statement is that by the time you learn true patience, your time is up. Fortunately I am still just a bit impatient. There is still much I want to… Continue reading