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A BIT OF THIS AND THAT
A bit of this and that. Politics first. Most recent polls re the Presidential race have Harris up by 4 points, 3 points and 1 point. Beware, Donald! It’s only just begun. The Democratic Convention...
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TAMPON TIM
“Tampon Tim.” Another Republican shot at Tim Walz. As with others, it will backfire. Guaranteed! Genuinely high praise for Walz! What it’s all about. Walz took steps in the past to assist menstrual...
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WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND
What goes around comes around. Trump made a great choice in selecting JD Vance. Great for the Democrats! Vance anti everything. Two matters have arisen which may spell out where Vance really stands....
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I HAVE COME TO LIKE CHICKENS
After 30 years in Key West, I have grown to like the chicken population. At first, I had a great dislike for them. Filthy germ infested creatures. Bothersome. Time and getting to know them have...
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VE DAY…..I REMEMBER IT WELL
VE Day. Victory in Europe. Tuesday, May 8, 1945. Germany surrendered. I remember it well. I was only 9 years old. I recall it vividly because of my Father. He took me everywhere with him that day. We...
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DAVID WOLKOWSKY BUYS THE KRESS BUILDING
David Wolkowsky one of Key West’s greats. The father of modern Key West. We were friends. Unfortunately, we only got to know each other the last 10 years of his life. David made and remade Key West....
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LOWER DRUG COSTS FOR SENIORS
Lower drug costs for seniors! Yesterday, Biden and Harris announced their agreements on lower drug costs for Medicare recipients. There is a limitation in that the lower drug costs would apply only to...
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RESPECT AND LOVE FOR THE UNITED STATES HE HELPED FOUND
Following the Revolutionary War, Lafayette returned to France. He visited the U.S. again in 1824 and remained for a period of time visiting many parts of the nation he helped found. During his...
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TRUMP’S LIES, DELUSIONS AND DIMINISHED MIND
An interesting editorial in yesterday’s South Florida Sun Sentinel. Titled: “Lies, damn lies and Donald Trump.” A right on quote from the editorial: “Former President Donald Trump is as unable to tell...
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FIRST ANNIVERSERY OF JIMMY BUFFETT’S DEATH SEPTEMBER 1
The first anniversary of Jimmy Buffett’s death is close at hand. Key West is preparing a major celebration in honor of the man. I have decided to share a few words each day about Buffett. A history of...
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DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION A WINNER…..IT’S A NEW DAY
The Democratic Convention last night was a winner. Suggestive of the beginning of a new era. One of joy and happiness. Contrary to Trump and the Republican Party’s spewing of hatred and negativity....
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DEMOCRATS AND REPUBLICANS THIS YEAR THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GOOD AND EVIL
This year’s choice politically is simple. The difference between good and evil. The Democrats the good, the Republicans evil. Trump is rot. Everything he touches. We do not want him to finish the job...
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THAT’S MY DAD
It was an emotional night again at the Democratic National Convention. Two tear jerker episodes definitely! Each proper in every respect. One involved Tim Walz’s 17 year old son Gus. As his father was...
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DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION LEFT YOU FEELING CLEAN
The Democratic Convention left you feeling clean, the Republican one dirty. Can’t express it any simpler. An outstanding Democratic Convention. Deeply rooted in family. All American. As for Kamal...
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HISTORY OF THE CANDY BAR
For centuries the Maya and Aztecs were the only ones enjoying the fruit of the cacao tree. Consumed during those times as a chocolate drink. The candy bar not yet in vogue back then. In the 16th...
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JIMMY BUFFETT’S "MATH SUKS”
Buffet beginning in 1998. In April 1998, Buffett released an album of songs from a musical theatre production he co-created based on Herman Wouk’s novel Don’t Stop the Carnival. The album was...
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DAYS OF MY YOUTH…..CONEY ISLAND’S CYCLONE ROLLER COASTER
Coney Island’s Cyclone Roller Coaster has been shut down since Thursday for repairs. The Cyclone is 97 years old. Opened in 1927. In my “youth,” even before school age, I was taken on it many times....
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LEAVE IT TO BEAVER AND THE CENSORS
For most, you have to be my age to recall the early TV show Leave It To Beaver. A family sitcom, parents and two young sons. Network TV censors were pretty tough back in the 1950’s and 1960’s. Rarely...
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ALEXANDER THE GREAT
One of the greatest and most successful military commanders of all time was Alexander the Great. Born in 356 B.C. He became King of the ancient Greek kingdom Macedon at 20 following his father’s...
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POURING RAIN!!!!!
The past two days have rained big time. Yesterday the worst. Heavy rain all day. Thunder big time. No lightning, however. The weather report was to expect another big rain day today. With lightning...
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