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On my last nerve (and it’s still only the 3rd)
Posted on July 3, 2015May 24, 2021

On my last nerve (and it’s still only the 3rd)

I felt compelled to go dig this up after reading today’s article on CNN, “Enough with Celebratory Gunfire.” After all, guns … or the bullets fired from them … kill a lot more people than the illegal fireworks I usually rant about this time of year, although that may still come … I’ve very few nerves … Continue reading On my last nerve (and it’s still only the 3rd)

‘Not 100% sober’ isn’t necessarily ‘drunk’
Posted on February 13, 2015May 24, 2021

‘Not 100% sober’ isn’t necessarily ‘drunk’

Anyone who watched the president’s State of the Union address last month must have noticed Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg nodding off on the front row. I cringed at the time, knowing full well that conservatives would have a field day with it. More ammunition for those who want her off the bench because of her age … Continue reading ‘Not 100% sober’ isn’t necessarily ‘drunk’

Posted on July 7, 2011May 24, 2021

Giving new meaning to ‘mixed drinks’

A few days ago, USA Today ran a story about fast food restaurants serving alcoholic beverages. I think it’s a really bad idea and was disappointed to read that some of my favorite chains — Burger King, Sonic, and Pizza Hut — are already doing so in Florida. Fast food is fast — eat and … Continue reading Giving new meaning to ‘mixed drinks’

Posted on July 13, 2009May 24, 2021

Maybe I should change my ways

Based on some chatter on CNN just now, I should consider changing my ways. According to their little report from Nature or wherever they get their science news, my chances of developing dementia will be about 40% less if I have a drink or two every day. Not just red wine, but beer, liquor, or … Continue reading Maybe I should change my ways

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