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Category Archives: family
Of Christmas Just Past
‘Twas the day after Christmas, and in towns all about,
Suspenders were straining, and belts were let out;
Boxes and trash were piled by the street,
Awaiting trash trucks to make their first sweep;
And toys lay scattered throughout the homes,
From puppets to Muppets, to strange little gnomes, Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, family, Family Vaules, Holidays
Tagged Christmas, Elf on the shelf, gifts, grandkids, holidays, swatting
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Traditionally Speaking
Okay, the title is a bit of a play on words. This is not about how you, me, or anyone else speaks. Instead, it is a bit of musing over the impact the coronavirus crisis may have on time-honored traditions, … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, family, Manners, Science
Tagged coronavirus, face masks, handshakes, social distancing, societal change, traditions
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Of Climate Change and Exploitation
First, there is no doubt climate change is real. Doubts arise when activists begin to claim climate change is the result of humanity’s ignorance concerning the fragility of the ecosphere. Yes, climate change is real. The questions are how much … Continue reading
When Wisdom Isn’t
Don’t you love these little bits of wisdom that Anonymous1 and others publish to help us find our way? Of course, one cannot forget the friends and associates who help spread these so-called truths in one way or another. Take … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, family, Manners, social media, Uncategorized, Verbal Communication
Tagged anger and fear., apologies, domestic abuse, fear persecution, gossip, hostile workplace
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Eating an Elephant: The Media Circus
Given the title of this piece, one might wonder if it will be another op-ed about the media and the Republican Party. If that is a concern, rest assured, that would be akin to carrying sand to the beach. No, … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Entertainment, Ethics, family, Family Vaules, Morality, social media
Tagged current-events, family, family values, societal decline, societal subversion, society
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A Sad State of Affairs: NYPD
Years ago I wrote an article for LAW and ORDER1 titled “The Rubber Gun Squad.” I was reminded of that piece a short time ago when I watched an interview with New York Mayor DeBlasio and NYPD Commissioner O’Neill. The … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, family, Law Enforcement, Police
Tagged Police suicide, PTSD, suicide, suicide prevention
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Of Altitude and Attitude: Challenging Our Waistlines
As a regular reviewer of restaurants on TripAdvisor* and other sites, I cannot leave the story of our Rocky Mountain excursion without mentioning the food. First, hat’s off to my long-time friend and Rocky Mountain regular, Scott Windham. Scott made … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, family, Family Vaules, Travel, Vacation
Tagged dining, Dunraven Inn, elk fest, Notchtop Cafe, Rock Inn Mountain Tavern, vacation
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Of Altitude and Attitude: Bear Lake and Beyond
As chronicled in A Rocky Mountain Story, Bear Lake was “closed” when we attempted to visit it the first time. Our second try was more successful, but the start of our day made one wonder if we were in for … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, family, Travel, Vacation
Tagged Bear Lake, Emerald Lake, Estes Park, Hiking, Rocky Mountain National Park
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Of Altitude and Attitude: A Rocky Mountain Story
All right, before the grammar hawks start swooping in trying to take my scalp for using altitude when I meant elevation, it’s a play on words, not a scientifically correct title! Anyway, my attitude at altitude on this trip was … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, family, Family Vaules, Travel, Vacation
Tagged chipmunks, Elk, Estes Park, Hiking, mule deer, Rocky Mountain National Park
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Of Idiots and Ignorance
First, if you find the title of this piece offensive, consider the following. Merriam-Webster states the word idiot is outdated and offensive. It also lists 80 synonyms, most of which are apparently not considered outdated and offensive. At least, none … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, family, Manners, Morality
Tagged ADL, Anti-defamation, ignorance, racism, Universal Orlando, white supremacists, white supremacy
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