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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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  • Anniversary

    Twelve years ago today my son Kevin got married. When your child gets married you naturally have reservations. Is it love that they feel or is it something else ? Are they making the correct choice ? Why didn’t he ask… Continue reading

  • Common Sense Controversy

    There has been a great deal of talk lately about Pit bulls. Here in Maryland a court has labeled them as a dangerous breed. This has lead to some consternation from homeowners and landlords. Landlords are requiring you to get… Continue reading

  • Pride and Sorrow

    I attended my Grandson’s ” Fifth Grade Farewell “. For some reason,which I don’t recall,they could not call it a graduation. Whatever the name it was a nice little ceremony. Awards were given out, a song was sung by the graduates and… Continue reading

  • Vacationing

    Fresh back from a short vacation. I sure could get used to being on vacation. Can you get that as a job ? Vacationer. I’d write reviews about the experience. Sounds like a fine job to me. I really do… Continue reading

  • Lighting the Graveyard

    Like most things it has been a gradual process. I have noticed it growing in popularity. Then the other night it became really evident, the lighting of the cemetery. I was driving home after nine at night,pretty darn late for me… Continue reading

  • Man Down

    It has been a gradual process. It began when man moved into the cave. It started innocently enough, honey drag me over there ! Soon it was move that rock over there so we can have a better view of… Continue reading

  • Time

    We can not see time, only observe it’s passing. What was here is gone, a part of the past. Time passes slowly and quickly . When we are young, time travels slowly. As we age the time speeds up. Time… Continue reading

  • Making Memories

    I’ll be leaving for a short vacation this morning. We are going with my son and his family to Myrtle Beach,South Carolina. Off for a few days of fun in the sun. I’m always amazed at the amount of work… Continue reading

  • Aunt Frances

    Today my thoughts wandered to an old neighbor and friend. Francis Rollings. Aunt Frances we called her, although she was was no relation at all. She was just a kindly lady that lived just up the road from us. I can just… Continue reading

  • Opportunity Knocking

    Not being much of a financial person I am confused by some things. I was listening to the news about the sale of Facebook stock. Apparently you can buy a share of stock for $38.00. There is much excitement about it. They… Continue reading