Category Archives: Real life

Bohemian Rapsody!

John Debella was taking requests on his morning radio show at Philadelphia’s Classic Rock WMGK a few years ago when he received this call: “WMGK, what can I play for you, my man!” John said. With slightly slurred speech a … Continue reading

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Tricks of the Trade and Rules of Thumb!

Even in a high-tech precision world, not much is accomplished without a few “tricks-of-the-trade” or “rules of thumb.”  Why?  Because, despite mechanization and computer manipulation, there is a real world filled with real people who are tasked with getting things … Continue reading

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The Mighty OZ!

I sat in the dentist chair like so many times before as the dental assistant told me it was time for my annual X-rays.  She lay a heavy lead apron across my chest, as was usual, but then she reached … Continue reading

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Is It Heaven or Hell?

Everyone that is human on this planet thinks about Heaven and Hell at some point in life.  For some, the choice is easy . . .  Jews and atheists have no Heaven or Hell and oddly enough, neither do the … Continue reading

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Ryan’s Budget Proposal a “Scandal?”

While watching ABC’s political drama, Scandal, I realized that former vice-presidential candidate, Paul Ryan, is a fan.  Apparently, he tunes in to the hit show gathering tips and tidbits on creating a national budget from fictional President Fitzgerald T. Grant.  … Continue reading

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The Wonder of It All!

It’s a bright, wintery morning as I watch the birds feed on the back porch.  Chickadees, titmice and juncos bounce around the porch and table working hard for a breakfast consisting solely of oiled sunflower seeds, save for an occasional … Continue reading

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And The Dish Ran Away With The Spoon!

John Kerry told the Egyptians to stop bickering and come to a political consensus during his visit last Saturday during his visit to that country.  According to Kerry, the U.S. is concerned about Egypt emerging from an economic crisis and … Continue reading

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Trees

“I think that I will never see a poem as lovely as a tree,” wrote Joyce Kilmer.  As you read the rest of this simple-minded poem, you get the distinct impression that Mr. Kilmer didn’t get out much, or if … Continue reading

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Breaking News!

Last Saturday morning, while I’m enjoying my breakfast vice of bacon and eggs, ABC News interrupted its regular news program with BREAKING NEWS!  Of course, I turned the volume up a bit and directed my undivided attention to the TV … Continue reading

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What’s love got to do with it?

Tina Turner is the new Swiss Miss!  Last month, she renounced her United States citizenship to become a denizen of Switzerland, the country in which she resided for the past eighteen years.  It’s all about love, if you ask the … Continue reading

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