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Continue reading →: The Raiders Tank Another SeasonAfter 50 years of being a Raiders fan, I’ve seen the highs and many, many lows. From Oakland to Los Angeles and now Las Vegas, the team’s legacy of losing continues. Despite the frustration, I still find myself watching, hoping for something better—even if it’s just a name change’
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Continue reading →: Walking Rufio with crowsRufio, my aging dog, asked for a rare walk today. As we strolled slowly around the block, our local murder of crows joined us, hoping for peanuts. Rufio barked, claiming his space.
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Continue reading →: Turning Fear into Fun: How I Learned to Love SudokuOvercoming my fear of math and puzzles wasn’t easy, but learning Sudoku taught me that it’s never too late to develop new skills. With patience and practice, I discovered that logic and persistence can turn once-daunting challenges into enjoyable experiences.
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Continue reading →: Chasing the Elusive Birthdate of Uncle HarryGenealogy research is both rewarding and frustrating, especially when resolving conflicting records. In this post, I explore my search for my uncle Harry Masterson’s birthdate and share tips on using tools like Find a Grave to help organize and streamline the research process.
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Continue reading →: AncestryDNA’s New Update: Unveiling My RootsAncestryDNA’s latest update reshapes my understanding of my heritage, with more specific insights into my English, Irish, and Scottish roots. The new subregions, website redesign, and breakthroughs in African ancestry mapping make it an exciting time for genealogical research.
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Continue reading →: Hamilton, Hollywood, and the Power of SmellNavigating Hollywood’s chaos for a night at the Pantages Theater, I found myself reflecting on the strange sensory experiences the city offers—especially its unforgettable smells. From family memories to unexpected odors, Hollywood proved to be as bizarre as ever.
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Continue reading →: My Flobots MomentAfter receiving my annual vaccinations, I spent a day catching up on the latest developments in Trump’s election case. His actions are shocking, and four years later, I’m less hopeful about our future. It’s clear Trump should never hold office again, yet here we are.
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Continue reading →: The War on Truth: Steve Benen’s Ministry of Truth and Its Warnings for DemocracySteve Benen’s _Ministry of Truth_ explores how the Republican Party, especially during Trump’s presidency, has manipulated recent history. From denying election interference to minimizing the January 6th insurrection, the book highlights the dangerous implications of rewriting truth and its threat to democracy.
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Continue reading →: La France Moche: How ‘Ugly’ Influenced My PhotographyIn this post, I explore the concept of _la France moche_ (ugly France) and how it shaped my approach to photography. From Paris to urban sprawl in California, I’ve learned to find beauty in the mundane and the overlooked ugliness around us.
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Continue reading →: Rediscovering Reading: A Life JourneyReading has always been my favorite escape, from childhood through retirement. Whether it’s science fiction, Hemingway’s short stories, or poetry, books have been a constant companion in my life. Since retiring, short stories have once again become an essential part of my daily routine.
Hello,
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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