A Remote Mystery

By: Mary Fran Bontempo At age 77, my mother is going to learn Spanish. No, she’s not traveling to a foreign country; she’s only going to her bedroom, where Spanish has become a necessity. And though it would be exciting to think it’s about an international golden-years romance, it’s not that, either. It’s The Big Bang Theory. Again, lest you think I’m referring to an intellectual pursuit, I’m talking about the TV show. [...]

2018-10-30T09:49:24-04:00October 21st, 2012|0 Comments

Joe Biden and His "Friend," Paul Ryan

By: Mary Fran BontempoTo hear an audio version of this post, click the play arrow below. Call me crazy, but I don’t think Paul Ryan is Joe Biden’s friend.During last Thursday’s Vice Presidential debate, Vice President Biden referred to Congressman Ryan as his “friend” a total of 14 times within the 90 minute slug-fest.Oh sure, Joe was smiling as he said it, which is what you usually do with friends. In fact, Joe [...]

2018-10-30T09:49:27-04:00October 16th, 2012|3 Comments

Taking a Stand

By Chrysa SmithElection Day is coming soon. Perhaps you've noticed those pesky campaign ads for like---the last 12 months!!! I, for one, will be glad once its all over. But in the meantime, it does get one thinking--what is it that's really meaningful to you? What would you campaign for? Vote for? Take a stand for?Personally, here are some campaign promises I'd like to hear: SLASHED dress sizes for everyone!Calorie-free chocolate by the end [...]

2012-10-11T10:00:00-04:00October 11th, 2012|0 Comments

There’s an APP for That

by Chrysa SmithAre you one of the millions who sport an IPhone? Do you know what to do with it besides make and take phone calls?OK. So you're a step up on me. I can play music, retrieve emails and voice messages, and the old fashioned phone calling and answering. But that's only a fraction of what your phone can do. I knew it, but compliments of the lady in front of me [...]

2018-10-30T09:49:30-04:00October 10th, 2012|0 Comments
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