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Old, Fresh, and Green
Here it is, year 3.5 and I am still not sure I have this thing figured out. The “thing” to which I refer is, of course, retirement. OK. I’m not dumb. I know what the word itself means… even without… Continue reading
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Did You Miss Me?
As the kids say, “It’s been a minute.” In my case, it’s been a minute (or two) since I last sat and did any kind of communicating via this blog. Actually, I am pretty certain you didn’t miss me. But I REALLY missed… Continue reading
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WHEE! 23!!
Today, on the 23rd anniversary of our wedding day, I come to you with a heart overflowing with gratitude. Yes, Joan and I chose to be married on Cinco de Mayo of the year 2000. I’m not sure May 5 had… Continue reading
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Defining Success
What does success look like to you? If you are a parent, success might look like seeing your children grow into contented, confident adults. If you are a musician, success might look like performing a piece with passion and without… Continue reading
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Abandoned
I am a guy who likes to keep score. Which probably explains my attraction to nearly every sport under the sun… every sport, that is, except golf. (Low score wins? Wait, WHAT??? How messed up is that?) Besides keeping track… Continue reading
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New Old People
Isn’t life amazing? This morning I read an article in the Washington Post about an A.I. bot that came up with a detailed promotional strategy (including artwork for a logo, in-depth social media posts, shooting script for a video, and ad copy) for a… Continue reading
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Reversing the Poles
I don’t know what your calendar says today, but the heading on my March 22, 2023 box reads: A DAY OF CELEBRATION AND GRATITUDE. Of course, I am celebrating the first day of spring. Yes, I realize I am a… Continue reading
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“Have a Nice Day!”
It sounds so simple. So basic. So dripping with common sense. “Be nice.” I saw this phrase emblazoned on the front of my granddaughter’s T-shirt the other day and immediately replied, “YES! Of course!” But then I tried actually DOING it. Not so easy after… Continue reading
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Busted Truster
Who do you trust? Stop for a minute and really mull that question over. Because trust is the glue that holds our world together. For example, I trust that the funny-looking green piece of paper in my wallet can be… Continue reading
Russellings of the Spirit 