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Prompt: How Do You Celebrate the Holidays? 8/11/25
RIP: Charlie Kirk, a voice of religious and conservative views and prayers for his wife, children, and family Most holidays are celebrated at our house, surrounded by family, in-laws, and friends. My wife and I always enjoy this, especially now that we are retired, willing, and able to host. We love having our children, grandchildren,… Continue reading
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Most Epic win or failure in cooking? 9/10/25
Well, as someone who enjoys cooking a variety of meats, including seafood, I found the biggest win in planning a Valentine’s dinner for my siblings and their significant others as described below, with my wife only doing most of the decoration and table setting using her inherited grandmother’s delicate, fine French Limoge porcelain dishes. The… Continue reading
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Long-term Investment, Stocks and Futures Planning 9/9/25
I always managed to have a savings account early on in life, and even in the early years of managing our money, we would squirrel away money in both a Vacation and Christmas Club Accounts. My late brother-in-law, Steve, was genuinely passionate about sparking meaningful conversations within our family, especially about an insightful article he… Continue reading
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Prompt: What Are Your Favorite Types of Foods? 9/8/25
Like many of these prompts, this one can be broken down into categories. My initial choices would include cheeseburgers, cheese steaks, or pizza steaks, served with a side of French fries, of course. I enjoy pizza with mushrooms and/or pepperoni, and I can’t resist a thick black and white milkshake that comes with a spoon… Continue reading
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Prompt: How Often Do You Walk Or Run? 9/7/25
Personally, despite many foot, knee, and heart-related issues from my past, only a fool would be complacent in not getting exercise. Any doctor worth their weight in salt will tell you staying and keeping an active lifestyle is anyone’s best way forward to better health. That would include eating, drinking, habits, and avoiding other, more… Continue reading
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In most instances, it is important to appreciate the available options before making decisions that significantly impact a group. 9/6/25
Anyone who is a self-described good leader can only be effective if they are willing to listen and take advice from a broad-based group of their constituents before weighing their options and making a decision. The best leaders typically prefer not to be surrounded by so-called “YES” people, as they tend to agree with anyone… Continue reading
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Prompt: What personality trait in people sends up a red flag to you? 9/5/25
E-A-G-L-ES Eagles! GO BIRDS Be cautious of people who speak quickly or loudly, struggle to maintain eye contact, and seem rushed to make deals that sound too good to be true. Watch for exaggerated or fidgety movements, as well as defensive body language, such as crossing arms or legs. Be wary of individuals who flip-flop… Continue reading
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Prompt: What are you doing this evening? 9/4/25
E-A-G-L-E-S EAGLES! GO BIRDS BEAT DALLAS This prompt is what I would consider inappropriate. It’s referred to even by friends in response as… Why? Are you writing a book? Which gives me a nice segway. However, speaking of books, I’m a local author from the Philadelphia suburbs, known as DELCO. I have written a true… Continue reading
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Prompt: Describe your perfect week. 8/3/25
Any week in which your loved ones are healthy and safe is a successful one. Everything in our lives flows from that foundation. It’s not about being on a fabulous vacation or having a week filled with unforgettable moments; it’s primarily about everyone getting through their daily routines without illness, loss, or hardship. As long… Continue reading
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Football and Baseball players are surely among those making a significant impact in their team’s community outreach programs 9/2/25
The list is extensive and varies across cities and sports, and I did not intend to diminish the impact of hockey, soccer, and other sports. Special Olympics, Leukemia, Local Food for Poor Organizations, ALS, MDA, St. Jude, Shriners, Heart and Cancer institutes and organizations, just to name a few. Additionally, many athletes pay it forward… Continue reading
