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Cinema (MM #4988)

Late at night, my mind wanders as I wind down from the day. I never know where it’s going or what will trigger my next Google deep dive. The other night, I was in my home office working on some social media content and watching some raunchy teen comedy from a few years ago. And…

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In Danger (MM #4919)

Every time we get behind the wheel, there’s a possibility that something terrible will happen. We could encounter a drunk driver, someone who’s on the phone, or text messaging. We’re always in danger whenever we get in the car to go somewhere. But now, many worry about a hidden danger. Over the weekend, someone shot…

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Red Carpet (MM #4917)

Our world has been obsessed with celebrities for as long as I can remember. Long before the internet, finding out about the lives of the rich and famous was a challenge. A quick Google search can give you all the information you desire today. But it doesn’t stop there. When it comes to award shows,…

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Tipping Fatigue (MM #4885)

Tipping fatigue is something that many people are talking about. Many say that giving a tip for good service is an American concept. But lately, it seems out of control. So much in our world changed with the COVID-19 shutdown a few years ago. Even after the world reopened, many service-oriented businesses continued to struggle….

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Shocking (MM #4863)

For the last day and a half, the word I keep hearing on television is shocking. People are shocked by the attempt on a former President’s life at his rally on Saturday night. But for many who, like me, were alive in the 1960s, the events that transpired in Pennsylvania aren’t surprising. While I was…

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Last-Minute Changes (MM #4845)

I often wonder if the world around me changes so much that I usually don’t notice or if I’ve changed. No matter the situation, there always seem to be last-minute changes. Is this new, or is this me? I don’t think I’m the only one who deals with this regularly. I think it’s now simply…

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Civil War (MM #4786)

Anyone who has taken a US History class knows the story of the Civil War. It was a monumental time in the history of our country. But political experts feel there’s potential for another Civil War, which could happen anytime. Some feel we are more divided politically than we’ve ever been in the history of…

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Look At Me (MM #4767)

Today, we live in a world where people constantly seek attention. It’s not everyone, but those who desire to be treated special are multiplying. It’s almost like they’re shouting look at me to anyone who will listen. Perhaps social media is to blame. Many people think that’s the case. But it’s just one avenue where…

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Visionary (MM #4597)

In today’s society, we throw out the term visionary randomly. Is there a criteria for anointing someone with this lofty title? Can you apply it to yourself? Don’t get me wrong; I’m not trying to say that about myself. The other day, on TV, someone claimed they were a visionary. Can you even say that…

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Pop Culture (MM #4508)

I’ve been a collector for decades. It all started with political campaign buttons back in the 1960s. I’ve collected a wide variety, most centered on pop culture. I always said that someday I’d start to sell my collection. And after years of moving my stuff from town to town, it’s time to be a seller…

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