The longest-living Revolutionary War veteran also had the world’s longest……………………..
Daniel Bakeman, who fought in the Revolutionary War, lived long enough to see the end of the Civil War. He died at age 109. His…
Category: People & Events
Terms of Endearment
I just had an occasion for a person to use a short form of my name and ending it in ie, and it felt like…
Gossip that is slanderous
What is your experience with GOSSIP? Do you thing that it is just being interested in others and passing on the news? Or has your…
Volunteering How and Why and Where
I thought I would volunteer after I retired and I guess I did. I helped raise my grandchildren and I did do some projects at…
Manners maketh man !?
Dear friends, I’m going to ramble a bit but bear with me. I’m sure that where ever you get together together with people for a chat,…
What Daily Habit Could Change YOUR Life?
This is about change and most people are not willing to change. We are old and we like to settle into our routine. Change at…
Green eyed monster, Jealousy and Envy
Did you ever wonder why jealousy is called “A green eyed monster” or do you know? The actual labeling is supposed to be from Shakespeare…
The “F” Word
The “F” word is a very powerful word. My cussing was always very mild when young – even right up to my 50s. I will…
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day
Who is celebrating St. Patrick’s day and How are you celebrating? We had a parade last Saturday and many people here wear green on St.…
Guns. USA and UK
Following the recent school shooting in Florida I have seen many discussions here about the relative merits of gun control or the lack of it.…
