Time

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Time can mean so many things to so many people. This is what time means to me today, as I approach the age of 70.

Keepsakes

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I consider myself the family historian: aka, the person in the family who can’t throw things away.

Thank God

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I happen to believe in “God” – or whatever other names “The Force” may have. I just happen to call it “God.”

Print It, Arrange It, Bind It

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It used to be that you would have to send away your pictures to a company that would then charge you a great deal of money to bind your photo book.

Rain, Rain, You Can Stay

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Today I purchased a waterproof, breathable, ultra-lightweight, packable, windproof, washabl, and reusable jacket and pant set, with a hood. I am ready.

Tax Time Fun

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Tax time is fun?

Well, it depends how you look at it.

How to Fight with Your Honey

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The way to fight is to play these games. When you forget the rules (we’re only human), it’s an opportunity to laugh together, and tease: “You FORGOT the rule about ABSOLUTES, honey.” Let the games begin! First Game Rule: LISTEN ACTIVELY. Say, “It sounds like you’re angry, honey.” Reflect actively on your partner’s feelings. You may be surprised when he … Read More

What’s Up This Week? – OK – Prevention Magazine

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My mind usually starts out with a BLANK. It’s usually Thursday morning, and I’m sitting at my computer, wondering what to write about this week. I am asking myself, “What stands out in my mind? An event? A feeling? A moral? An object? Something? Anything!?! Not to worry. Not to panic. An idea will come. It always has before. Okay … Read More

3D for Me

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Around 1953, something wonderful happened that literally opened my eyes and exited my soul.

Ode to Costco #1

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A monthly – after payday – trip to Costco has many joys and benefits. Here are just a few of them.

Pour it. Pour it. Pour it.