I heard an old friend was in hospice. We were friends but not close. Should I visit? Must I visit?
I was raised evangelical. I was weaned on love for Israel. I was a Christian Zionist.
We all marry a stranger.
It’s not easy being the chosen people of God. I mean it’s like being the teacher’s pet. I don’t care how smart, friendly, or helpful you are, people will hate you.
Because of the ick factor, I’ll keep this short. Think of it as a Public Service Announcement.
The road of life is a rough road. That can’t be helped.. Wear good shoes.
By chance, my seat mate at the O’s game last Sunday was an old guy. We bonded instantly. Old people find each other fascinating.
Baseball is a great American tradition. I want my grandchildren to appreciate it. It’s governed by rules.
I told my friend I was bracing for the Man from Mar-a-Lago’s victory in 2024. That’s not going to happen, he said.
Let Oliver Anthony bewail rich men north of Richmond and bemoan the plight of working people. Today, let’s drink to the hard-working people.
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THE STRANGEST DREAM
Last night I had the strangest dream. I was watching the presidential debate between the venerable president and his cantankerous challenger.
INTERRUPTIONS
I don’t like interruptions. Last week my work was interrupted by dogs.
CHRISTIAN ATHEIST
A friend asked me: Are you an atheist? Someone told me you were.
MY FIRST PEDICURE (Won’t be my last!)
I’ve got happy feet. I’m walking on sunshine.