covid 19

Flowers For Mom (MM #3699)

If you plan on getting flowers for mom tomorrow, I hope you haven’t waited this long. Thanks to COVID-19, there is a flower shortage this year. And if you do find them, they could cost a whole lot more. But there is another unique reason for this year’s lean market. And this one is a…

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Diversions (MM #3675)

With all that society has been through in recent years, we must all find some diversions. At the beginning of the pandemic, it was baking bread and adult coloring books. But now, for some people, the silly things that keep them occupied are getting rather bizarre…  

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FOGO (MM #3671)

For years, the fear of missing out or FOMO has consumed people. But now, thanks to COIVD-19, we have a new concern. It’s known as FOGO or the fear of going out. And while this seems silly, it’s real…  

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Next Hotel Stay (MM #3670)

Over the last year, COVID-19 has forced many businesses to change the way they operate. Some changes are temporary, and some will become permanent. Restaurants, sporting events, and the airline industry have started to adapt. And your next hotel stay may change as well. Some of the perks that you’ve loved could be going away…

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Now What? (MM #3661)

Yesterday, I received my second COVID-19 vaccination. And while I feel a bit of relief, I have many things running through my mind. The one thing I keep wondering, now what?

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No Screaming (MM #3651)

Many businesses that attract large amounts of customers are struggling with ways to reopen. Most will limit the number of patrons allowed. And while face masks are a requirement for some, California amusement parks want to create a new rule. They say there will be no screaming allowed on rides like the roller coaster…  

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Lucky (MM #3644)

I’ve never considered myself a lucky person. Like many, I’ve worked hard for everything I’ve got. But recently, I’ve had a few friends tell me that I’m one of the lucky ones. And it’s not for a reason you’d expect…  

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Tacos (MM #3643)

If you know anything about me, you know that I love tacos. For me, even bad tacos are better than none at all. But thanks to COVID-19, the only Mexican restaurants I’ve visited in the last year have been of the fast-food variety…

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One Down (MM #3641)

At my age, it’s often tough to get excited about anything. But I’m excited to have gotten my first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. So that means it’s one down and one to go…

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Free Ice Cream (MM #3629)

Many people are up in arms because DQ has canceled Free Ice Cream Cone Day again this year. Now I know that everyone likes something for nothing, but this is crazy. We’re only talking ice cream here…

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