You hear people talk about how much simpler life was in the good old days. In many ways, that’s true. It’s easy to get nostalgic as we age. Recently, I was thinking back to my good old days. And I often wonder why some things we remember fondly seem to disappear. Perhaps they haven’t, and…
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I’ve never considered myself to be a typical romantic. I’m not the kind of guy who buys my wife flowers regularly. I don’t go all out for Valentine’s Day. But every year, on November 1st, I put together a love note for my wife. This year, it marks our 27th wedding anniversary. And while most…
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Recently, I’ve noticed something strange just after sundown. People seem to forget how to drive. Driving around Nashville is always challenging as we grow by leaps and bounds. But this is something different. People are afraid to change lanes, have a hard time making turns, and drive at a consistent speed. This issue is something…
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When I was younger, Halloween was a celebration that lasted a few hours. If lucky, we might have a party at school and then a few hours of trick-or-treating. Over the years, many have added a weekend party or two. But now, Halloween has turned into an extended holiday. But is it really a holiday?…
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Every company and business is looking for ways to boost sales. For some, you just need to serve your existing audience better, and that effort will help boost business. However, many companies must look for new customers by expanding their audience. Toy manufacturers not only constantly need to come up with new items, but today,…
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A recent study finds that humans aren’t meant to be awake after Midnight. Our bodies function better with a schedule that includes daylight. Anyone who works the third shift should understand. As humans have evolved, our bodies and minds function better during daylight hours. After Midnight, our emotions get darker, and there’s not much we…
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I come from a family of collectors. I’ve had interest in numerous things throughout my life. My mother has been collecting elephant statues and figurines for decades, and they’ve even featured her collection in a couple of newspaper articles. So, I always try to stay up-to-date on the latest collectibles. I recently learned about something…
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I usually try to handle things I don’t like head-on. But I put off a couple of things as long as I can. One of those is buying a new cellphone. Some friends update theirs every time a new model comes out. But I only upgrade my phone whenever I’m forced to. The money isn’t…
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Like the old saying, you learn something new every day. There’s a term for people who try to board an airplane before their boarding group. They’re called gate lice. Who knew? Since airlines started charging for extra baggage, people are looking for ways to carry on as much as possible. And the key to getting…
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If you’ve ever tried to cancel a streaming service or cable company subscription, you know how frustrating it can be. The Federal Trade Commission has heard your complaints and wants to help. They’re working on new click-to-cancel legislation that will make ending a subscription you no longer want much more straightforward. The FTC feels you…
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