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Those Wacky Presidents Part Two
There are so many fun facts about U.S. Presidents that aren’t mainstream, like JFK being allergic to Caroline’s pony, Macaroni, and how Teddy Roosevelt’s kids once brought theirs up in the White House elevator. Speaking of Theodore Roosevelt, who hated … Continue reading
Posted in Culture, History, humor, inspiration, media, modeling, Politics
Tagged American History, Trivia, U.S. Presidents
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Governor Andrew M. Cuomo…Respectfully
My respect for Governor Andrew Cuomo has increased considerably. If one wants to see what’s been referred to as a War President, he certainly wears the mantle. New York, the city where I’ve lived more than half my life, is … Continue reading
Posted in art, Beauty, Culture, Faith, grace, Gratitude, Health, History, humanity, inspiration, media, New York City, Politics, war, words, writing
Tagged American History, COVID-19, Governor Andrew Cuomo, Living with a pandemic, Makeshift hospital/mount sinai/nyc, New York City's Health Crisis, Shelter in place
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A New Year’s Promise
I find when I call changes I’d like to make in the coming year, resolutions, they never pan out. But a promise, after all, is a promise, even if it’s only to yourself. I’ve decided, I’m going to be happier. … Continue reading
Posted in Beauty, Books, Culture, History, humanity, humor, inspiration, Politics, war, words, writing
Tagged 2020, Abraham Lincoln, American History, empathy for all, Meditation, New Year's resolutions, The Brady Bunch
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A Patriot Without a President
So, Michael Bloomberg, to quote Teddy, is tossing his hat in the ring, and I for one am glad. He was my neighbor for many years before and after he became Mayor of New York, so I got to observe … Continue reading
The Tiers of History
As I’m rereading a book about Mickey Mantle, I don’t recall the problems he had had with Joe DiMaggio, who, as The Mick was beginning his career, Joltin Joe was ending his. I also don’t remember what a light touch … Continue reading
History’s Greatest Hits
I had lunch with my friend Jack and his date, I’ll call Minnie, from Long Island. Jack, whenever we meet, always asks what I’m reading, so I mention a book on Benjamin Franklin, by Stacy Schiff, I’ve just reread. Minnie … Continue reading
Sentimental History
There are so many poignant stories that aren’t mainstream, reminding us that we all possess humanity in one way or another. I’d like to share eight tender tales of lore, five about U.S. Presidents. Theodore Roosevelt wore a ring with … Continue reading
Posted in Books, creative writing, Culture, Family, humanity, Love, media, men, New York City, Politics, violence, words, writing
Tagged American History, Robert F. Kennedy 1968, The sinking of the Titanic, U.S. Presidents
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Tweeting History
You know how much I love American History, regaling it at every opportunity. It’s what keeps me calm during our present, being able to tiptoe back to consult with our noble predecessors. When I recently was told to shut-up by … Continue reading
It’s Cause Ah’ Read, Baba’
Someone sent me a personal email asking how I know so much after reading my post…Things You May Not Know. At first I thought it must be code for, wanna have a cuppa coffee, since, what a silly question. But … Continue reading
Posted in Books, creative writing, Culture, History, humor, inspiration, internet, New York City, Politics, readng, words, writing
Tagged American History, Being self-taught, Bill Hicks, Love of books, The Vietnam Memorial
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Mornings On Horseback
I’ve just finished David McCullough’s book, Mornings On Horseback (1981) about a young, romantic Theodore Roosevelt. The by-line reads: The Story Of An Extraordinary Family, A Vanished Way of Life And The Unique Child Who Became Theodore Roosevelt. What inspires … Continue reading
