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Internet Of Things (MM #3925)

We often hear people talk about the Internet of Things, but many still don’t know what it is. The objects with sensors or software that helps us connect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the internet are all part of the IoT. When it works, it’s great. When it doesn’t…

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Soap Operas (MM #3924)

Soap operas have been around for what seems like forever. And while their popularity ebbs and flows, there’s something that puzzles me. Do the characters in these fictitious towns ever work? Sure, some of these shows have workplace storylines, but where do they find the time? And, another thing…

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Christmas Cookies (MM #3923)

Over the next couple of days, my wife will be doing her annual holiday baking. Our nieces and nephews all love her Christmas cookies. People all across America love Christmas cookies, too. But, every state seems to be searching for a different kind of holiday favorite…

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Die Hard (MM #3922)

Die Hard was the movie that took Bruce Willis from being a TV star to a worldwide superstar. In recent years, it’s been a hot topic around the holidays. But this year, people are not just arguing whether it’s a Christmas movie or not. Some have another issue…

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Covid Fatigue (MM #3921)

The one thing that I believe everyone can agree on is that we’re all tired of COVID-19. Covid fatigue is hitting us on different levels. Almost everyone is frustrated with the ongoing pandemic. And for some, they’re tired of just even hearing about it every single day…

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Before You Buy (MM #3920)

The pandemic has shown us that many people love to shop online. But we still need to deal with the fact that some things are easier to purchase in person. Clothing is something that you usually want to try before you buy. Amazon naturally wants to change that…

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Millionaires And Billionaires (MM #3919)

How do you pick sides when asked to choose between millionaires and billionaires? If you’re a baseball fan, you may already be pondering that. Major League Baseball owners have locked out the players, and it looks like the fight may last a long time. Experts are already discussing the chance of spring training being delayed,…

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Decorating For Christmas (MM #3918)

Many of us do some level of decorating for Christmas. I think a lot depends on whether you have children or not. In our case, the cat determines just how much we should do or not do. But I was thinking back to my younger days and how different decorating was…

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Wall Calendars (MM #3917)

Back in the day, about this time of year, we’d all start looking for new day planners, datebooks, and wall calendars. But once we started carrying a smartphone, that changed. Or did it? Recently I’ve noticed a lot more people selling wall calendars once again. Perhaps, they’re making a comeback…

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Why Are We Affected? (MM #3916)

For many people, yesterday was a rough day. Auto racing fans lost a legend in Al Unser, and music fans mourned the passing of Mike Nesmith. So many of my friends online were sharing the news and their memories. Why are we affected? I realize many who mourn are of a certain age, but…

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