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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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  • What a development

     I was at my grandsons’ soccer game last evening and overheard a conversation. These young ladies from the opposing teams’ junior varsity squad were making plans. One says to the other, do you live in the development ? In that… Continue reading

  • In the cloud

     I spent the majority of yesterday working with my computers. That’s right, two of them and I really don’t understand how to work with even one. Still, undeterred I connected the two with a network cable and proceeded. Following directions… Continue reading

  • Just checking in

     I bought a new computer because the one I had was acting strangely. In one of those things of the modern age it is cheaper just to replace rather than repair. So, when I got up this morning I began… Continue reading

  • finding satisfacation

     For some of us the ebb and flow is subtle. There are those that the opposite is true. Each of us however attempt to control that pattern, each in our own way. These are the things that control our emotions.… Continue reading

  • Offering hope

     The Pope is here and it is all I seem to hear about. It is a big event to be sure. Whether you are of the Catholic faith or not, his presence can be felt. A world leader. What surprises… Continue reading

  • Finding focus

     I was working at the store yesterday when an old customer says to me, I thought you were retired. I just chuckled and said, I am. This person gives me a quizzical look and says , really ? Yup, I… Continue reading

  • Meeting a King

     I have received, as a gift, two VIP passes to meet and greet Richard Petty. King Richard as he is called will be in Ridgely, Maryland for the annual car show. This event has grown in size over the past… Continue reading

  • A birthday

     Today I have a teenage granddaughter. Only one grandchild left that is not in that category. I must be getting old. Morgan Elisabeth , yes that is Elisabeth with an S., Reichart. Grandpas little dancer. I remember the years of… Continue reading

  • A sad state of affairs

     With the news that Ahmed was detained for bringing a suspicious device into school a whole new discussion has ensued, I guess that ” pop tart gun ” was not questionable in any way. If it looks like a gun,… Continue reading

  • Souls whisper

     I hope one day to go where my ancestors lie. I think perhaps that is death. The idea of heaven would be to go back to the beginning and see the face of God. Then, once in his presence you… Continue reading