jake5270
Gift PremiumLaid-back, easy going guy until my passions are aroused. I've been here 3 other times... I keep trying to get it right, I guess. lol
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Wednesday, April 29, 2020, 5:31:06 PM- Live in peace | ||||||
I heard this song on the radio and then sought out the video. We need to appreciate the fact that we are alive and embrace life, even if it's on a limited scale sometimes. Don't live in fear. I saw that the people at Oxford University are working on something right now that could be available by September in the fight against the Coronavirus. Take heart everyone and please think smart and be safe! ~ | ||||||
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Tuesday, April 28, 2020, 6:23:39 PM- Fast times... | ||||||
... on Interstate 65. The time is 1978. I had just finished my shift (afternoons, so it was 11:30 pm) at the local GM plant. I was heading to another town to see a young lady I was seeing at the time, about 65 miles away. When this song came on the radio, I amped my speed from 65 to around 100 mph. Don't ask me why, I was just feeling the music vibrate through me. No one was hurt, I didn't get a ticket and I got to see my lover a little bit sooner. And the best part is that it raised my spirits after a hot, sweaty night. I just heard this classic on the radio. Funny how the music can trigger such vivid memories. ~ | ||||||
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Monday, April 27, 2020, 6:52:58 PM- The Rapper | ||||||
I heard this oldie on my computer today and it had me thinking: Who was the rapper, or, pick up artist in your school? ? | ||||||
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Sunday, April 26, 2020, 7:28:55 PM- A little trip | ||
We have two Walmarts in my little town. I did some shopping in one Saturday. Contrary to popular postings on social media, I did not have to wear a mask to enter, although I did carry one in my jacket pocket in case it was needed. The employees all were wearing masks though. Aisles are all now one way, clearly marked by signs and markings on the floors. Of course, this being Walmart, people were frequently ignoring all signs. Lastly, for the first time ever, I had a shopping cart that didn't wobble, squeak or pull to one side. It made my trip easier and smoother, so I celebrated by buying a triple chocolate cake. Life remains good here in the little town where I live. | ||
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Saturday, April 25, 2020, 11:34:27 PM- 3 down update | ||
At the last minute, my hours for next week were changed from working three days to not working at all. More updates as they occur. | ||
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Friday, April 24, 2020, 6:02:36 PM- 3 down | ||
Effective Monday and for the next few weeks (from April 27 through the first week of June), my work week will be three days (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday). The exceptions will be May 11th and May 18th (both Mondays). I will be paid for Monday, May 25th (Memorial Day). On the upside, some 4 day weekends (woo-hoo!) and the income I miss will be offset by the money I received from the stimulus package. Life is fine. I will be fine. Life rambles on. ~ | ||
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Thursday, April 23, 2020, 6:02:02 PM- I am, I said | ||
At my age, it's o.k. to go out in public to most places alone. The exceptions are bars and movie theaters. Why? Because of the preconceptions people have of an old man being somewhere where younger people are. God forbid you look at anyone for more than two seconds. The terms 'dirty old man' or 'pervert' come to mind. It's rather sad. I always enjoyed going to those places by my self. Now, it makes me feel like Aqualung: One saving grace is that during this pandemic, no one else can go to these places either. | ||
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Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 6:40:58 PM- Hiding in plain sight | ||
I see where our prez is now going to halt immigration to protect jobs. What? Only temporary workers will be allowed in. That's the same thing businesses are doing already, using temps at lower wages (and not having to pay benefits) to replace their staff. Big business strikes again, sorrowfully during a national crisis. | ||
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Tuesday, April 21, 2020, 6:50:51 PM- Coming soon? | ||||||
I see the protests in my state wanting the governor to open up the state again. The protesters are usually grouped together. My own personal opinion is that these people are in the minority. Most people are doing the 'social distancing' thing and taking added precautions to try to stay safe. I haven't heard but a few complaints. I understand if someone has lost their job due to the outbreak. These are indeed tough times. I can't help but hear a little voice in the back of my mind, telling me that these same people, should karma be listening, could invoke a rather tragic irony on those who aren't careful and could take out a bunch in one fell swoop. I've said it before. In my case, being a bit of a loner anyway, being at home or alone doesn't bother me. Taking long walks alone only freshens my creativity as well. Could these people be issuing a cry for help from loneliness? I hate to invoke a tired, conservative cliche from the past, but I feel that 'staying the course' is our best bet here. Doesn't matter a hill of beans what I think. I'm just concentrating on keeping myself alive. End of rant. ~ | ||||||
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Monday, April 20, 2020, 6:29:43 PM- Fingers crossed... again | ||||||
Today I took my bank account online. I have done this before, but troubles arose when I couldn't remember my password. Let me explain: The bank decided, for security reasons at that time, that your password should be changed every month. I simply forgot to write down the one I had changed the last time. There were three security questions to answer to retrieve my password, but they must have been case sensitive, because even though I knew the answers, I couldn't get in. So I let it go for a long time. When I re-opened it today, I could see things have changed on their site. No more security questions. We shall see if they expect me to change my password again after a month. ~ | ||||||
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