I’m only a few days into Dry January, and I’ve already become everything I hate: A “reformed drinker”. I say
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The origins of the New Years Eve celebration are shrouded in mystery, but appear to coincide with the end of
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“Joseph and Mary, expecting their first child, are incredibly excited. It is election season as well, and they are also
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Heard “The City of New Orleans” today, followed by “Yellow Coat”. Both were written and recorded by Steve Goodman, a
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My Father graduated high school, but there was never any chance to use the GI Bill. He never saw Paris,
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“Fear Your Government”. Perhaps the best advice my Father ever gave me. But his runner-up – “Never eat anything bigger
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One of my favorite Southern expressions is ‘Dang, these collards are fabulous. Can I have some more?” But 500+ words
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The man my captor calls “The Governor” assured us that if we continued to follow C19 guidelines: Wear a mask,
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My Father was a member of the “Greatest Generation.” Their WW2 bravery inspired that moniker, as they stared down Hitler,
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The man my captor calls “The Governor” keeps urging us to wear masks, avoid crowds, and not slow dance. And
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