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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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  • Not that Old

    I was doing a little rearranging and cleaning up when I ran across some older photographs. These pictures were from six years ago. We had taken the Grandchildren fishing. At that time I had a small skiff. It was quite… Continue reading

  • Finding Comfort

    Let me start by saying I am not a fan of Whitney Houston or funerals. Haven’t really listened to a lot of either one. That being said I admit I did, I guess out of  morbid fascination, watch a portion of her funeral. The very… Continue reading

  • Little Details

    I have a penchant for taking pictures. This was only discovered when digital photography became available to me. Before that the cost was a bit prohibitive. Now a good camera can be had and unlimited pictures taken for a few… Continue reading

  • Forgiveness in Death ?

    You have probably seen the news story about the father killing his two sons and then blowing up the house.The same man whose wife went missing while they were camping. His missing wife’s parents had gained custody of the children.… Continue reading

  • Clever

    I love reading the advertising on products. Those that write it are so creative in their descriptions. They can made almost anything sound appealing. It is obvious that they go for the immediate impulse and sometimes rely on the fact that you may… Continue reading

  • A Little Better

    I was thinking just yesterday. If you ever start feeling bad about yourself, your health or appearance I have the cure. Go up to your local grocery or department store. Don’t go to buy anything just go to observe. In my… Continue reading

  • Punishment

    We have had a rash of break ins around Greensboro lately. The Post Office (twice) , the drug store,a restaurant, and a food store. A few other places as well. A total of about eleven burglaries. Big doings around these parts… Continue reading

  • A Silent Sentinel

    Not long ago someone posted a picture of the lighthouse at Montauk Point, New York. It was an exceptional shot. Once again I was reminded what a lovely and scenic place the east end of Long Island can be. For a brief… Continue reading

  • Winners and Losers

    Went to the indoor soccer game yesterday. My Grandson plays and I go to support his athletic endeavors. I have been there for T-Ball,little league and outdoor soccer. I do enjoy watching all the children play. Not because of the exercise they… Continue reading

  • Geez,who knew ?

    Just an observation. Funny how quickly Obama changed his opinion and policy on the birth control issue. Wouldn’t have anything to do with it being an election year would it ? Now if we could only get the lawmakers to… Continue reading