From The Observation Deck

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Wednesday, October 23, 2013

What's that old saying? I can resist anything but temptation! In any form?

IT CAN’T BE BAD WHEN IT’S A SPECIAL TREAT! My wife and I go food shopping together once a week. We have a certain budget we like to maintain, and by now, we know everything each other likes and dislikes. Our general menu is quite full, quite versatile, and there’s never a problem when it comes to... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, October 21, 2013

Monday is upon us once again! I know what you've been waiting for . . .

DROP YOUR LINEN AND START YOUR GRINNIN’! Everyone chomping at the bit, eagerly awaiting your weekly chuckles? Without further ado... Wouldn’t it be extremely weird if the only way people could die is if their heads suddenly exploded without warning? If there was simply no other cause of death? One... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, October 18, 2013

There's something to be said about the power of positive thinking . . .

BRING ON THE GHOSTS, GHOULS AND ALL THINGS SPOOKY! I love Halloween! There, I said it! Of all the holidays and events that come up during the course of the year, Halloween seems to be the only one that has a way of keeping me connected to my youth. I really enjoy the costumes and the decorations,... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Coming soon to a restaurant near you: a little peace and quiet!

IT’S BETTER FOR THE DIGESTION THAN YOU MIGHT THINK! Once again, a recent article caught my eye and, standing here on the observation deck, I just felt the need to pass it along. A new topic to broach... In its entirety... ‘Shut up’ is eatery’s signature dish Quiet, please. Your dinner will now be... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, October 14, 2013

So it's Monday! It doesn't have to be so disagreeable anymore . . .

LET’S SEE IF WE CAN LIFT THE CORNERS OF YOUR MOUTHS! Get ready to start smilin’! Don’t worry, you won’t be able to help yourself! I’ve never had sex with a “10,” but one night I did have sex with five “2’s,” and I think that should count! Scientists claim they’ve discovered a cure for apathy.... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, October 11, 2013

When it comes to religious beliefs, is a lot of diversity good or bad?

OH WHAT A DIFFERENCE ONE GENERATION CAN MAKE! Here’s an article I came across recently that I found quite interesting. I think you will too. In its entirety... New survey shows college students now divided on God, spirituality College students fall into three camps when it comes to faith, according... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

I think ANYONE would have gotten lost in THIS area, GPS or not!

IS IT REALLY THAT DIFFICULT TO GIVE PROPER DIRECTIONS? As some of you may have read, last Friday my wife and I attended the wedding of one of my nieces. It was an added bonus for me since my mom and sister came in from Texas, and my younger brother came up from North Carolina. It was the first time... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, October 7, 2013

Monday morning mayhem doesn't get any better than this! Enjoy!

I CAN KEEP ON ROLLIN’ IF YOU CAN! Ready to split your sides and squeeze your belly? Without further ado... Sometimes, late at night, I like to sit alone in the dark, and try to imagine how many people may have accidentally burned their breakfasts that morning. These are the thoughts that have kept... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, October 4, 2013

It's the weekend, everybody! Time for a wonderful, family-oriented hiatus!

A Special Gathering For A Special Occasion Well everyone, the time is once again upon us. Yet another one of my nieces is getting married tonight, and my mom and older sister came in from Texas to join in the festivities, and will be here through Sunday. And since I usually only get to see them once... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

There is now definitive proof! UFO's are absolutely real! I know!

NO NEED TO ALERT THE PRESS ON THIS ONE! Last Saturday evening, my wife and I were returning from our usual jaunt down to my old hometown near the shore. The final leg of our trip home puts us on a major highway that faces due-west. Depending on the time of year and the time of day, this sometimes... Sign in to see full entry.

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