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Blankets and Boots
Had a great day of soccer yesterday. The air was crisp and clear. The sun peaking in and out of the clouds. Fall is in the air and on the field. Saw the emergence of blankets and boots. Blankets on… Continue reading
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Is it necessary ?
I’ve probably talked about this before but I can’t help wondering about it. Why must the news people report on every little detail when it is potentially harmful to do so ? Last night on the evening news there was… Continue reading
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About Men
I’m from a different generation. Yup,no doubt about it. I’m set in my ways and my thinking. There are a few things I need to explain. My beliefs as it were. First, men don’t wear short pants ! At least… Continue reading
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Mr. Rooney
Yesterday I heard that Andy Rooney will be leaving sixty minutes. His last appearance will be this Sunday. I will be sure to tune in. I didn’t realize he was 92. I’ve always enjoyed his commentary. Straightforward ,no nonsense kind… Continue reading
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In the dark
Working at the grocery store I meet a lot of people. Some, are the regulars. They always say hello and exchange pleasantries with me. The majority of them I don’t know their name and they don’t know mine. Casual acquaintances… Continue reading
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the selling of America
The loss of a lifestyle and heritage. I hear about it all the time on the news and in various articles. These are not lost, they are sold ! Sold for various reasons but sold none the less. Take the… Continue reading
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Just a Theory
I was having a conversation the other day with a gentleman I had just met. He was a veteran,as I am,so we had that much in common. He had had some recent medical issues and we were discussing medical insurance… Continue reading
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Contented
I’ve always been more of an observer of life than a participant. That seems like an odd statement to make now doesn’t it ? I have given it a lot of thought and I’m thinking to this point, it is… Continue reading
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To be a better man
My grand son is invited to a birthday party today. Not an unusual thing. This one is a little different though. The young lady whose birthday it is ,is a special friend of his. I wouldn’t say girlfriend as they… Continue reading
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A few thoughts
Yesterday, I attended the funeral of Florence. Yesterday, I was once again forced to face my own mortality and reflect upon that. We all live with the knowledge that one day we will pass and we are all are convinced it isn’t today.… Continue reading