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Diphthongs, Mnemonics and Homophones

The English language can be most illogical at times, especially with the spelling of various words. For instance, take the title of my latest musical cover, a tune called “Creep,” which got absolutely no response after my posting it on … Continue reading

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Political Platitudes, Sedition and Treachery

The holidays are history, thank goodness, which were painful for many this time around. Due to not being able to gather with family and friends safely in large numbers, resulting from COVID-19 and a variant thereof (into week 43 of … Continue reading

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Routine Standard Time Conundrum

All the clocks in the household: the digital alarm in the bedroom, clock on the stove and dining-room wall, stereo system, thermostat and wrist watches—a couple of which need to have their batteries changed, not to mention those in the … Continue reading

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To Eat Or Not To Eat: Here Comes the Season!

At the threshold of another joyous, festive season, starting officially here on Thursday in the United States, the holidays seem to get here earlier every year. Merchants are biting on the bit and drooling already for a month-long spending spree … Continue reading

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