It has been said if you want to know yourself, write. Join me on my journey of discovery, we just might discover something together

Memories, a memoir, philosophy or simply the ramblings of a boomer. These are my thoughts, my observations and my opinions.

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  • The annoying truth

     I keep seeing the advertisements for all these drugs that will help you quite smoking. The side effects may kill you but you will die a non-smoker. I can not help but wonder if it is a good idea to take… Continue reading

  • A tradition continued

     Tomorrow is Pearl Harbor day. A date that will live in infamy. That is what President Roosevelt stated on Dec 8 1941. Within an hour the United Sates was at war with Imperial Japan. America had been victimized and we… Continue reading

  • Accepting the gift

     Does the acceptance of a gift create a social contract ? Sounds like a Sheldon ( Big Bang Theory ) sort of question doesn’t it  ?  Well my sister in law feels as though it does and I agree with… Continue reading

  • Rage and frustration

     I am growing weary of some these terms being thrown around by the media. It appears as though they are going out of their way to find different ways of saying things so as not to offend. Saying these latest nut… Continue reading

  • A little upset

     My mind and thoughts are naturally preoccupied with the recent events in  California. The senseless taking of lives for some unknown cause sickens me. The news reporting sickens me. You can feel the excitement in the air at certain news outlets… Continue reading

  • pursuit and popularity

     Do you think a nick-name more closely identifies who you are than your given name ? I do think it has a definite influence upon you if you acquire that name at an early age. Take me for instance, I… Continue reading

  • An early gift

     What gives you your greatest satisfaction ? For most of us I believe it would be tangible evidence of our contribution to society. That idea came to me as I began reading a book I was sent in the mail.… Continue reading

  • Madness and motivation

     I believe that each of us are here for a purpose. We are not just some random occurrence. The creation of a life, any life, is a miraculous event. We all want to know why. That is a question we… Continue reading

  • Believing in the magic

    Why is everyone trying to take the magic out of Christmas ? That is the way I feel when I see trees and trimmings going up in November. The Thanksgiving day turkey and ham are still being eaten as leftovers… Continue reading

  • Deceived

     The ties may become tangled but never severed. This is what I have found so far in my family tree research. Names have changed due to marriage. Divorce and death separate indiscriminately. New bonds are formed and remain wrapped up… Continue reading