The mess the country is in must be blamed on something — some group or some philosophy. Of course, it’s easy to blame the politicians because their mistakes are so public. This is true for both parties. Pointing fingers at business and finance is almost a knee-jerk reaction. Then there are the people who have [...]
With so many cars being recalled for repairs or fixing of design problems, it makes one wonder if the manufacturers are producing inferior quality products. Are regulations too strict? Or, have cars have become too complex, thereby increasing the possibility of problems? It’s safe to suspect the problems are a combination of all these factors.
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Pre-boomers (those born between 1930 and 1945) may consider circling the wagons, because our generation, now known as New Seniors, is under attack. Have you noticed? It’s mainly below the radar. But, it’s there. The subtle, almost subliminal, message is, “Programs for those 65+ are too expensive, will add to the deficit and ultimately be [...]
Sitting in Los Angeles and watching television coverage about the latest blizzard hit the East, I wondered what in the world is happening with our weather. When the climate conference in Washington, DC had to be cancelled because of the record snow fall, I didn’t know if I should laugh or cry. There’s no doubt [...]
Recently I visited a super book store with my grandson. He is just starting on chapter books and enjoys browsing around the children’s section looking for his next book to read. He wanted to know if they had book stores like the one we were in when I was young. You know, the olden days. [...]
