Monthly Archives: August 2013

Everyone needs a vacation …

Posted on August 31, 2013 by tgilson

I’m on vacation from the Dog Days of Summer. Look for a new post next week. In the meantime, a little bit of laughter to start your holiday weekend.

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Continued unrest in Egypt: Mubarak released, U.S. is M.I.A.

Posted on August 24, 2013 by tgilson

I hate to be once again writing about the chaos in Egypt, but it seems as if it will be a topic for some time to come.  This week, Mubarak was released from prison while he awaits his other trials.  … Continue reading →

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If this happens to Oprah, there’s hope for the rest of us

Posted on August 17, 2013 by tgilson

OMG!  There are at least two people in the world who do not know who Oprah Winfrey is.  How incredibly shocking!  Of course, both were Europeans so perhaps they have missed the television and movie world in the U.S. that … Continue reading →

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Embassy closures: Are we erring too far on the side of caution?

Posted on August 10, 2013 by tgilson

For those of us who have lived in countries when embassies close, it can be a very isolating feeling.  The first time it happened to me I was reminded that the purpose of a U.S. Embassy is NOT to be … Continue reading →

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New York Men: Perhaps it’s time to write a political novel …

Posted on August 3, 2013 by tgilson

As many of you know, I love to write trashy spy novels.  What is happening in Manhattan is making me wonder if I should also attempt trashy political novels.  Although, I don’t think I could have ever come up with … Continue reading →

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