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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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  • Name the place

     In real estate there is a saying, location,location,location. Those are the three most important things to look for, everything else can be changed. That is true with ourselves as well. Being in the right place is of utmost importance. Just… Continue reading

  • Courtesy and respect

     Some time back I began posting ” Good Morning ” on my facebook page. I started doing this as a way of promoting being ” social. ” I thought, that is what they call this, a social networking site, so… Continue reading

  • The "new" school

     Forty four years ago I graduated from the ” new ” high school. I still think of it that way, although it certainly has undergone many changes over the years. I even heard a rumor that a new building may… Continue reading

  • stirring the pot

     An old phrase my dad used a lot came to mind as I was watching the evening news, ” stirring the pot. ” That is just what the newscasters seemed to be doing too, stirring the pot. I wasn’t hearing… Continue reading

  • Typing Tech

     The hands truly are quicker than the eye. I know this to be true because of the way I type. I type by looking at the keys. There are times when my fingers go to the wrong key before my… Continue reading

  • Gender Issues

     I read an interesting article about a lady in a Planet Fitness club. She was in the locker room when a man walks in. This man identifies himself as transgender. The lady complains to the manager of the club. She… Continue reading

  • Waiting on fate

     I feel like I am waiting for the next chapter. This ” book ” I call my life has certainly been interesting so far, but I’m anxious to turn the page. I can’t imagine what is coming up next. I… Continue reading

  • Passion

    I have always found it difficult for any one thing to hold my interest. There are those that have a ” passion ” for things and I envy them. I wonder what that must be like. I have many interests… Continue reading

  • Spring

     I opened the window and peered outside. The fresh air brushed against my face and the sun made me blink. What is this, spring ? Ah, what a refreshing sensation. My eyes are straining for the sight of the crocus.… Continue reading

  • Words of consequence

     There are times when the things on my mind are things I shouldn’t write about. That is because it is often too complicated a subject to address in a few paragraphs. Words are often misconstrued and take on a different… Continue reading