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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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  • A new day

    Today is a continuation of yesterday. I believe we often think in those terms, but we should not. Each day is new and an opportunity. This isn’t a new concept by any means, but one worth reviewing. The last few… Continue reading

  • Feeling alright

    Recent events have given me pause. They have caused me to to stop and look around. That can be an uncomfortable thing at times. It is also of benefit if one allows it to be. Fortunately I don’t find myself… Continue reading

  • Places in time

    Saw an old photograph yesterday from about 1960 or so. It was a picture of the movie theater in the town of my raising. Memories immediately flooded my mind seeing that. Then the thought, it was much larger than that.… Continue reading

  • Simple

    Funny how things change so quickly. I was in a settled pattern of activity and going along fine. Life was progressing at a comfortable pace. Now it seems like I’m living in a flurry of activity. I barely have time… Continue reading

  • Lessons learned

    A new year is approaching at lighting speed. The year of our lord, 2015, is at hand. And that is an amazing thing if you really consider it,at least for a person born in 1953 it is. I remember fragments… Continue reading

  • Still Interested

    I missed writing a post yesterday. It is the second time in a week and a very unusual occurrence. I am very much aware of it. Funny how these habits and routines ingrain themselves in our lives. I don’t feel… Continue reading

  • Emotional response

    I’m going back to work today. A return to the normal routine of life can be therapeutic. It can also be a struggle. My mind is in a different place and my patience is thin. We do tend to think… Continue reading

  • Circumstance

    Organized thought is becoming difficult. So many things going through my mind.The realization that life as I knew it has changed makes an impact. I do not look forward with regrets but rather with nervousness. Can I measure up and… Continue reading

  • Looking around

    The last few days I have been speaking of my troubles. I’m afraid I became a little self centered. It is a coping mechanism. I think I need to convince myself before I can convince others. Yes this will pass,… Continue reading

  • Perspective

    Gaining a new perspective. That is what I am embroiled in at the moment. Actually it is more than a moment, but that’s the applicable expression. Oh, if it were only over in a moment. Significant and lasting changes take… Continue reading