Monthly Archives: July 2014

While Rome Burned, Nero Played the Fiddle?

Technically this would have been impossible since Nero lived about 1,500 years prior to the “fiddle” being invented. He did consider himself a musician and played another type of string instrument which might have contributed to the saying. Rome did … Continue reading

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What will happen in Ukraine now?

Much more will indeed come out about the downing of the Malaysia Airlines plane (Flight MH 17) over Ukraine – why did it fly that path? Who shot it down and why? But what we do know is that if … Continue reading

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The CIA Tweets Now

The Agency that when I was young had a sign out in front identifying the driveway as a weather station now not only has Central Intelligence Agency on large green and white signs at both the front and back entrances, … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, America and Alex!

Today is not only Uncle Sam’s birthday, but it’s also the day Alex Garfield was born. In the spirit of celebrations and birthdays, I’m taking a break this week. Don’t worry, I’ll be back in full force next week with commentary … Continue reading

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