Monthly Archives: January 2018

Winter Olympics

Posted on January 29, 2018 by rcarmean

I look forward to watching the Olympics, Summer or Winter. I wonder how many people feel the same way? No doubt NBC, who broadcasts them, hopes their ratings will be excellent. The 2018 Winter Olympics will take place from February … Continue reading →

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Every Day Is Special

Posted on January 24, 2018 by rcarmean

“Every day is special.” Has anyone ever said that to you? Here is a website that tells you EXACTLY why every day is special. http://www.nationaldaycalendar.com I’m giving this information to you well in advance so you can be prepared for: … Continue reading →

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Casablanca’s 75th Anniversary

Posted on January 17, 2018 by rcarmean

According to the AFI (ie, American Film Institute), “Casablanca” is the 2nd best film ever made. (See its list of The 100 Best Films of All-Time.) Roger Ebert was quoted as saying he thought it never got a bad review. … Continue reading →

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Wit and Wisdom

Posted on January 10, 2018 by rcarmean

Here are a couple dozen bits of Wit and/or Wisdom. I know where about half of them came from and the other half could be from T-shirts. What appeals to you? Humor is the anesthetic of the mind. (Trevor … Continue reading →

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A Final Thank You, Part 2

Posted on January 1, 2018 by rcarmean

Sylvia Moy: Song Writer This introduction is a repeat of Part 1’s introduction. However, the people described below are, obviously, different. Many famous people died in 2017. Among them were: Gregg Allman, Chuck Berry, Glen Campbell, David Cassidy, Barbara … Continue reading →

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