Category Archives: Just Because

The REAL 12th Man

. There’s a little football game going on tomorrow, and the fans of one team have taken to calling themselves “The 12th Man”. Fine. They can call themselves that all that they want, but they will never be THE 12th Man – that … Continue reading

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Foodie Friday – Sweet and Tangy Brittle Bites

With the big game coming up on Sunday, I thought I would share a yummy “party food” recipe that’s bound to be a hit with any crowd – if it ever makes it to the party 😛 I found this … Continue reading

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Tuesday Tunes – State of The Union

. Tonight is the annual State of the Union address – today I thought I’d include a few “Presidential” songs. Even though no official music is played at these addresses, I wanted to mark the occasion. Since most of us … Continue reading

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Sunday Funnies – The Man Cold

. Every once in a while, The Thing That Will Not Die rears its ugly head: . .

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Saturday Stuff: “Rhapsody in Blue”

. Well, I went playing on YouTube again, and this time I ran across several versions of one of my favorite orchestral pieces, George Gershwin’s quintessentially classic American composition, “Rhapsody in Blue“. I’m used to the big symphonic version – … Continue reading

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Tuesday Tunes – “Don’t Be Cruel” (from “Magic City”)

I first heard this on Showtime’s series “Magic City”, and HAD to find it – it’s from 1975, and is sung by Billy Swan. This is a very cool version of the Elvis Presley classic! . . Have a great day! . … Continue reading

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Sunday Funnies: I’m Changing My Primary Doctor…..

Finally, A Doctor Who Agrees With ME! . Q: Doctor, I’ve heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life. Is this true? A: Your heart only good for so many beats, and that it…don’t waste on exercise. Everything wear out eventually. … Continue reading

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Tuesday Tunes – Dr. Who Mashups

My children have learned not to let me play on YouTube without adult supervision. I escaped their clutches this weekend…. . . . . Age, treachery, and all that – 😛 Have a great day! .

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Sunday Funnies: Gaming the System

The following is a repost from January, 2013: So it’s the beginning of a new year, and Paul’s employer has teamed up with Virgin HealthMiles to encourage their employees and their families to “Be Healthy”. What a crock. You sign … Continue reading

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OMG – It’s My Blogiversary!!!!

On January 10th, 2011, a new blog was born.  It’s 391 posts and 2,251 comments later, and – for better or worst – this little vanity project is still here.  Here’s a look back at my very first post:

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