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Anniversary | Mark’s Remarks

I started writing this column in October 2007. Yes. This particular week marks the week I started writing this column. I can’t really believe it. Back then, I had written…

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Uncharted Territory | 10/11/2017

Every year at this time, we have a day off to celebrate Columbus, his discoveries, etc.  There has been much debate over Columbus Day. I won’t get into that again…

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Tech Trouble | Mark’s Remarks

I know you are like me and you stop and think about technology from time to time.  I was just thinking about how far we’ve come in just a short…

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Up and Down | Mark’s Remarks

I wasn’t even aware that people did this until the women in my life mentioned it. Now I notice it all the time.  You know what I’m talking about; the…

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‘Victoria and Abdul’ | Movie Review

Victoria and Abdul: a Lavish Dramedy with Wonderfully Packaged Moments  I can’t imagine Judi Dench disappointing in anything she appears in.  This movie is another testament to her prowess. “Victoria…

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Say Goodbye to Greeting Cards | Mark’s Remarks

Up front, I need to tell people who send me cards that this is not a complaint toward them.  I appreciate getting a card.  However,  I must also confess that…

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Pool Etiquette | Mark’s Remarks

We are members of a neighborhood pool. It is something that comes with the territory. We pay a mandatory fee each year. It’s a nice pool, and I’m glad we…

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What Is It? | Mark’s Remarks

When school starts every year, there is a feeling. Or maybe it’s an attitude. Maybe it’s an overall experience. I’ve thought about it a lot. What is it, exactly? Kids…

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When You Least Expect It | Mark’s Remarks

It’s amazing when you talk to people and find out some of the stuff they’ve been through. We were in a group of people not long ago, and after a…

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Movie Review: 13 Minutes

As always with dramas based on history, I recommend reading the real story first. Movie goers who see “13 Minutes” will have their curiosity peaked and will have a desire…

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