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In just a few days, I’ll be sixty years old, and what is most surprising to me is that I’m actually excited about it! If you told me twenty years ago that I would be happy about turning sixty, I … Continue reading
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It seems that quite a few people are upset about Facebook’s recent revelation that it manipulated the news feed algorithm for some of it users which resulted in those users seeing more positive or more negative posts. Subsequent posts by … Continue reading
When I began this blog the other morning, the subject was the damper that the impending stormy weather would have on that night’s bunco game, the one day a month that I’m guaranteed at least three hours of unbridled hilarity. … Continue reading
We are on a two-day shakedown, aka the-short-trip-before-the-big-trip, at Lake Malone State Park, about an hour northwest of Hopkinsville. In about two weeks we’re taking the RV to Michigan for vacation, and it’s always a good idea to make sure … Continue reading
At the risk of being compared to a bulldog that just won’t release something until its owner commands, I find myself continuing to research various aspects of social media even after not only “breaking up” with Facebook six weeks ago … Continue reading
I have always considered the phrase, “for all intents and purposes,” unnecessary, much like the phrase, “that being said.” Being one to pretty much call ’em like I see ’em, I’ve never quite understood why some people can’t just get … Continue reading
Some birthdays, like 16, 21, and the decade birthdays mark significant events in one’s life. Being able to drive, drink alcohol and vote legally are usually anticipated eagerly, while 30, 40, 50 and beyond are seen by most as benchmarks. … Continue reading
At my daughter’s urging, I joined Facebook a few years ago. As I recall, I really didn’t want to at first; I figured my friends already knew how to reach me if they had something to tell me. But despite … Continue reading
The “gypsy” part of this website’s name was supposed to imply that I’d pretty much seen and done a lot. Not everything, but a lot. After the past few days, however, I’m beginning to wonder. Ever since last Friday, I’ve … Continue reading
I just had dinner with a friend who is moving back to North Carolina after living in Hoptown for three years. She is overwhelmed at the thought of having to downsize enough and fast enough to impact the weight of … Continue reading