Finding Southern Hospitality After Long Train Ride

A vacation trip should be both an adventure and a learning experience. Maybe they’re the same thing. We had both on our recent trip to Charleston and Savannah. We now understand and appreciate Southern hospitality more. We also wobble when we walk. Let me explain. For months, Catherine and I had tried to figure out … Continue reading "Finding Southern Hospitality After Long Train Ride"

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Eating Out was a Real Treat in Years Gone By

I was stuffed, along with everyone else in the family. That was a good thing because Dad knew he’d gotten his money’s worth at the all-you-can-eat fish fry at Berlin’s in Frontenac. We were so full we wouldn’t be hungry at least until we got home. It seems like there were fish fries everywhere back … Continue reading "Eating Out was a Real Treat in Years Gone By"

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We Seem Powerless to Find the Right Battery

The power was out and the house was dark. I hoped my flashlight’s weak batteries would provide enough light to find my way to the battery drawer. There are way too many different batteries. Different types, shapes, sizes and voltages. We have the common D, C, AA, AAA and 9-volt batteries. Don’t get me started … Continue reading "We Seem Powerless to Find the Right Battery"

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Living the Dream On The Food That Built Me 

History made me hungry. Well, not exactly. More specifically it was The History Channel’s “The Food That Built America” that made my mouth water. This series explains the trials and tribulations American food manufacturers went through to create food we didn’t know we needed, like Twinkies, KFC and Wonder Bread. In America that often meant … Continue reading "Living the Dream On The Food That Built Me "

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Puzzle Projects Present Perplexing Pastime

Seniors are encouraged to continuously exercise their minds and bodies. We’re supposed to cut back on TV, read a lot and at least go for regular walks. That’s the bare minimum. And I thought doing nothing was always an option. But since retiring I’ve noticed a push to get seniors to try games and puzzles … Continue reading "Puzzle Projects Present Perplexing Pastime"

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