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The Best Of: Air Conditioning (MM #1598)

Today, we have a first. It’s our first ever ‘best of’ The Mason Minute. In all honesty we weren’t planning to ever run a best of, but real life has definitely intervened this week. I had planned ahead for a last minute trip out of town, but didn’t plan for a few extra days away…

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Prescription Drug Coverage (MM #1597)

What is the world coming to? I know I ask the question often, but when did we start allowing bean counters to control how the experts do their job? The reason I’m complaining is one you might also be effected by; prescription drug coverage.

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Potato Chip Flavors (MM #1596)

To me, some things don’t need to be messed with, like potato chip flavors. Do we really need more flavors than plain, barbecue, and perhaps sour cream and onion. Why have we become obsessed with creating new flavors?

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I Love My Car (MM #1595)

I don’t know why, but I truly love my car. Some people simply view their car as transportation, but I’ve loved my Mini Cooper since the first day I drove it a decade ago. And now that loves has gone to new extremes…

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Walking Uphill (MM #1594)

I’ve never been known as a guy who likes exercise, that’s obvious. But even when I want to get some exercise I have to watch out when walking uphill. For some reason I’ve often strained my legs when doing something so simple, even for a short distance…

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Apples And Oranges (MM #1593)

We’ve all heard people talking about two things and the inevitable mention of comparing it to apples and oranges comes up. When did we start comparing apples and oranges, and most importantly why those two things?

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Just Pull Over (MM #1592)

Last week I was griping about one of my pet peeves while driving (MM #1585 – Just Pull Up – Click Here To Listen). Today, I whine about another of my pet peeves while driving; people who refuse to just pull over when the weather gets too scary for them…

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Calling Tech Support (MM #1591)

For many people, calling tech support can be extremely frustrating. But when you actually know something about your technical issues, talking with tech support can actually be infuriating…

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Fries And Tots (MM #1590)

Sometimes I spend way too much time worrying about the important subjects of life, like fries and tots. Some people love french fries, and others love tater tots. But are they mutually exclusive?

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Essential Oils (MM #1589)

I’ve discussed my issues with my sinuses many times before. My sinus trouble can cause headaches and even sleep loss. Recently we turned to aroma therapy and essential oils to see if they’ll help, even just a little…

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