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Continue reading →: Why is Trump Talking About Tariffs?Tariffs may sound like a solution, but in reality, they’re just another form of taxation. Despite the rhetoric, consumers are the ones who end up paying. This post breaks down how tariffs impact prices and why Trump’s plan doesn’t make sense.
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Continue reading →: We Escaped from Prison BreakOur team took on the challenging **Prison Break** escape room at The Escape Game in the City of Orange. With teamwork and some quick thinking, we made it out with minutes to spare. It was a fun and immersive experience that tested our puzzle-solving skills.
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Continue reading →: Say Hello to Uncle GeorgeGenealogy often uncovers relatives like my great-great-granduncle George Harvey Gray, whose life remains a mystery. Despite hours of research, his story ends in a genealogical dead end, highlighting the challenges of tracing forgotten ancestors through history.
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Continue reading →: Lies and more liesModern politics is plagued by lies, amplified by both the media and social media. The recent Trump/Harris debate highlighted this, with Trump spreading misinformation and his campaign knowingly pushing false narratives. We must demand truth in politics and reject the harmful effects of these lies.
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Continue reading →: Learning to love crosswords puzzlesCrossword puzzles have always been a challenge for me, especially with my struggles in spelling. Recently, I set a retirement goal to master crosswords, and with help from my wife and a few self-imposed rules, I’m finally making progress.
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Continue reading →: I Like JournalingJournaling has been my obsession for decades, evolving from handwritten notebooks to daily digital entries. It’s more than just recording events—it’s a way to process thoughts, remember, and even forget. Discovering new techniques like interstitial journaling has deepened my connection to the practice.
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Continue reading →: The Frustration of Forgotten Family StoriesGenealogy research can be frustrating, especially when ancestors are reduced to simple labels like ‘farmer’ or ‘soldier.’ Without stories passed down, many relatives fade into history. I reflect on the challenge of uncovering who they truly were and what they left behind.
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Continue reading →: Using ChatGPT for GenealogyGenealogy can be a tedious process, especially when deciphering old wills. I recently tested AI to help summarize a will from my 5th great-grandfather, and the results were impressive. Using AI, I saved time and discovered new family connections.
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Continue reading →: Doing The Right thingI believe actions speak louder than words, especially in politics. JD Vance’s recent failure to denounce Tucker Carlson’s support of a Holocaust denier shows a lack of integrity. Leaders must be judged by their actions, not just their rhetoric.
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Continue reading →: Incremental MeLiving in a visually boring neighborhood has challenged my photography skills. Inspired by a YouTube video, I’ve learned to find beauty in the mundane, embracing the process of making interesting photos through small, incremental improvements and a fresh perspective.
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I’m Joe/Mojoey
Welcome to my blog. Please join me in exploring life after work and other topics of interest. I’m not sure where I am heading with this, but I’m heading somewhere.
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