Category Archives: Personal

The Sacrifices He Made For Torah

From May 15, 2012: With my friend Mary Carey, who’s always had so much love for me. She was wonderful material for my blog for years. She and Bill Margold and Amber Lynn and Crissy Moran were the industry folks … Continue reading

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Frustrated Mother

Frustrated mother changing a diaper: “I should have swallowed that night.”

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My Rebel Irish Ancestor – Michael Dwyer

Wikipedia: Michael Dwyer (1772–1825) was a United Irishmen leader in the 1798 rebellion. He later fought a guerrilla campaign against the British Army in the Wicklow Mountains from 1798–1803. Dwyer was born in Camara, a townland in the Glen of … Continue reading

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It Is Good To Feel Heard

Goy Philosopher tells me: Yes and that’s such a rare experience, feeling that you’ve been heard and truly heard the other person. And especially rare for people with our outsider beliefs and attitudes. One reason why I like your blog. … Continue reading

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Making Friends & Influencing People

A friend in shul asked me to estimate various people’s IQs. Finally, he asked me to estimate his. “You’ve got a wonderful beautiful personality,” I said. “You’re funny. I like you. I’ll deport you last.”

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