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Dreaded mask mandate makes a comeback

Philadelphia mayor Jim Kenney has issued another edict. As of Monday, everyone who wanders into a public indoor space in the city must wear a mask. Or to put it in Biblical terms, So Let It Be Fastened, So Let It Be Worn.

Earth Day 2022 – All about balance

The Earth rotates on its axis, just one example, though quite important to our existence, that the Earth is all about balance. Throughout our lives, we continually seek balance – whether work and family or activity and rest.

Learning to appreciate the regular flu

I recommend the seasonal flu — but please allow me to explain.
About a week ago, I felt suddenly rundown and weak. I just wanted to lie down.

Early retirement: threat or menace?

“But I’ll keep workin’/As long as my two hands are fit to use…” – Merle Haggard
I haven’t run away and joined the circus, but I am nearing the age when a financial safety net admittedly has the allure of the Sirens of Greek mythology.

Fantasy takes over reality in Disneyland

A few years ago, someone started a campaign to make Elsa the first lesbian Disney princess. It didn’t get much traction at the time, just like the idea that Ernie and Bert were shacking up as domestic partners on “Sesame Street.”

Is President Biden still with us?

Senator John Kennedy’s (R-LA) recent op-ed “No More IMF Subsidies for Dictators” shines the light on a very dark subject, the International Monetary Funds “Special Drawing Rights” (SDR’s) that are backed by the U.S.

Have you slapped anybody lately?

After the Academy Awards incident between Will Smith and Chris Rock, I started wondering how many of my gentle readers have resorted to physical violence in their adult life.

‘Old boys’ didn’t seek training

It’s pretty well known that during World War II SLI president Joel Fletcher and academic vice president Joseph Riehl persuaded the Navy to locate V-12 and V-5 officer training programs at the Lafayette school.