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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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  • Problem Solved

    I’ve noticed what appears to be a trend. When a law or issue gets to be difficult, or uncomfortable, to enforce, we just legalize it. Oh, the lawmakers will explain how this should be legalized and cite many reasons why… Continue reading

  • Talking about it

    It seems to me in today’s world we are getting caught up discussing the minutia of life. Each and every little detail and nuance. I find it taxing and wearing. I have become weary of it all. A little less talk and a little… Continue reading

  • Threads from the past

    Writing yesterdays post my mind wandered into thoughts of the past. After posting it, it occurred to me that, “the threads of the past, form the fabric of the future.” I’m not sure if I just like the sound of the… Continue reading

  • What's in a picture

    left to right: Millie Reichart, My Mom holding me, Uncle Ben, friend Annie I received some old photographs from my mother today. In them was a picture of a man I only remember from hearing his name. This man was… Continue reading

  • Paths not taken

    The path not taken. Don’t we all think think about that ? The what if’s in life. Most were our own choices. Decisions we made. But what of those we were directed away from ? Those paths we were not… Continue reading

  • More than blood

    Children and Grand children. I have been fortunate to have both. I was reminded of this by a fellow blogger and friend. As I looked at the photo of her holding her newest grandchild and seeing the joy in her eyes,… Continue reading

  • Happiness and Contentment

    Contentment and happiness. One and the same. If I’m contented with my situation in life, I am also happy. There are those that will try to destroy that happiness, whether by design or unwittingly, by insisting I should want more. Either I… Continue reading

  • Traditional Cooking

    I saw a request for a ” traditional ” recipe the other day. An old fashioned recipe for a particular place. I immediately responded with my recipe. Then I read a few others. All came from those native to this particular area the recipe… Continue reading

  • Interrupted

    I awoke the other day to issues with the internet. Nothing wrong on my end, but due to planned maintenance on their end, they were, unable to restore your service at this time. Please call 1-800-Comcast for assistance ! Arrg ! Not the dreaded… Continue reading

  • Grandparents Day

    Yesterday was Grandparents day. I got to wondering just when this holiday began. Googled it. The short answer was 1978. Jimmy Carter signed it into law. The first Sunday following labor day is to be Grandparents Day. Who knew ? I thought… Continue reading