by mmooney | Nov 15, 2024 | The Friday Message
I often look to music, mostly from when I could understand the lyrics, for insight. I was torn this week between a few classic Beatle songs. Elton John’s Sad Songs (Say so Much) was certainly in the running. Credence Clearwater wins the spotlight for “Bad Moon...
by mmooney | Nov 8, 2024 | The Friday Message
Presidential elections have become a source of great angst for many of my friends, relatives and myself. One person texted me on Election night about 10 ish as noted above. Trump was winning and we would not have to go through his normal bull shit and militia...
by mmooney | Nov 1, 2024 | The Friday Message
Edgar Allan Poe left a lasting legacy for his creative poetry and short stories that were mysterious and macabre. He is credited with the creation of detective fiction in the United States as well as a pioneer of science fiction. His poem “The Raven” is...
by mmooney | Oct 18, 2024 | The Friday Message
Each and every week, I grow more concerned about the upcoming election. I heard a political analyst suggest ignoring the polls from now on, or at least only watch them until noon is wise. She alluded to this race being like a roller coaster ride, the...
by mmooney | Oct 11, 2024 | The Friday Message
When I was in high school, my Dad, all the boys called him Ed, taught me a life lesson. The fourth of 5 boys, I was pretty much left to my own supervision. I came home very late one night, probably after a beer or two. I told a tale that could only have made sense to...
by mmooney | Oct 4, 2024 | The Friday Message
I am very fortunate to have a few friends who push me to think about things nonpolitical. This week I got interested in the Bay of Fundy and turn of the century sailing ships. Thanks to Mr. Breaux and Dr. Pete for stretching my scope of interest. I may mention Jack...
