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The eye of Hurricane Helene arrived sometime after ten at night. Gusty winds had been kicking up for a couple of hours, and I had hoped it wouldn’t get much worse. The track of the storm was headed steadily to the west all Wednesday night, but when I woke…

In case you’re wondering

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Published: October 4, 2024 02:28

My car is driving a bit sluggish

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Published: October 3, 2024 23:15

It’s a sign

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Published: October 3, 2024 20:10

Obviously true story

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Published: October 3, 2024 17:38

She’s a Keeper, She’ll Sink Her Teeth into any Problem

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Published: October 3, 2024 14:09

We All Could Use a Woman Like That in Our Lives! Via The post She’s a Keeper, She’ll Sink Her Teeth into any Problem first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

Sophia Loren and Paul Newman, on the set of Lady L, 1965

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Published: October 3, 2024 14:00

Paul Sporting that ‘stache that made Lee Van Cleef so Famous Via The post Sophia Loren and Paul Newman, on the set of Lady L, 1965 first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

His Name is Stew, He’s the Soupervisor

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Published: October 3, 2024 14:00

And Well-Seasoned in his Profession Thanks, Chef The post His Name is Stew, He’s the Soupervisor first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

Growing pains – a plausible explanation

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Published: October 3, 2024 11:49

What is joy?

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Published: October 3, 2024 07:06

My hubs and I recently had a discussion about the meaning of joy. I said when I’m feeling joy – ‘my heart sings’. One of my best memories of joyousness is about 12-ish years ago, we had a game night over at mom and dad’s for New Years Eve. We played the…

HR in every company

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Published: October 3, 2024 02:08

Seems to be a problem

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Published: October 2, 2024 23:43

Nefarious neighbors

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Published: October 2, 2024 23:03

Amish Powerball

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Published: October 2, 2024 20:31

Oh no Bono

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Published: October 2, 2024 17:00

This is how UPS Makes Deliveries on Mackinaw Island

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Published: October 2, 2024 14:00

Imagine tracking that on your app Via The post This is how UPS Makes Deliveries on Mackinaw Island first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

Actress Grace Kelly in a few Throwback Photos

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Published: October 2, 2024 14:00

Seen here with Audrey Hepburn And with her Mother via The post Actress Grace Kelly in a few Throwback Photos first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

So, How’s Your Day Going? What’s YOUR Worst Mishap at Work?

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Published: October 2, 2024 14:00

I catered a Prime Rib Dinner for 200 and Forgot the Knives Thanks, Chef The post So, How’s Your Day Going? What’s YOUR Worst Mishap at Work? first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

Try the game ‘Incohearent’ at your next party

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Published: October 2, 2024 07:01

It’s a party card game where players compete to guess the gibberish phrase on a card. The front of the card has a combination of words that sound like the phrase on the back when said out loud. For example, “thirds teeth or stay” sounds like “thirsty…

Yay! The tent from TEMU arrived!

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Published: October 2, 2024 01:51

Name the occasion.

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Published: October 1, 2024 23:41

Soup Season Tip

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Published: October 1, 2024 20:27

Probably Not Known for Great Customer Service

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Published: October 1, 2024 14:15

and unsportsmanlike conduct via The post Probably Not Known for Great Customer Service first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

Makes Perfect Sense, While Also Begging for More Research (of course)

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Published: October 1, 2024 14:11

Thanks, Chef The post Makes Perfect Sense, While Also Begging for More Research (of course) first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

The Kardashians Could NEVER Reach this Level of Classy in Betty White

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Published: October 1, 2024 14:00

Thanks, Mike The post The Kardashians Could NEVER Reach this Level of Classy in Betty White first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

Jesus, Will You Please Give it Back Now?

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Published: October 1, 2024 11:49

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Should work. It’s extra crunchy

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Published: October 1, 2024 11:29

A heart-warming tale

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Published: October 1, 2024 06:58

Ever heard of a ‘pocket poo’?

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Published: October 1, 2024 02:18

Anyone know what happened on the patio?

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Published: September 30, 2024 22:58

The Ultimate October Movie List

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Published: September 30, 2024 20:33

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Let’s talk about problems

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Published: September 30, 2024 17:12

GodSpeed, Rubber Duck, You Gave Us The Music, The Movies, and the Memories

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Published: September 30, 2024 14:11

We’ll Miss you, Sir. The post GodSpeed, Rubber Duck, You Gave Us The Music, The Movies, and the Memories first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

Deborah Harry, aka Blondie, Being Sociable With Other Lesser Musicians

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Published: September 30, 2024 14:03

Like Lemmy from Motorhead and Iggy Pop via The post Deborah Harry, aka Blondie, Being Sociable With Other Lesser Musicians first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

No One Stands Between Me and My Magic Bean Juice

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Published: September 30, 2024 14:01

We’re talking physical harm, people! Thanks, Mike The post No One Stands Between Me and My Magic Bean Juice first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

When Thor, the God of Thunder, Arrives to Pay Us a Visit

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Published: September 30, 2024 13:55

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Roh roh… the investigation’s bringing in the big dog

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Published: September 30, 2024 11:27

Wasted on kids

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Published: September 30, 2024 07:38

There are no mistakes, just happy accidents

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Published: September 30, 2024 01:57

Try this toasty threat on your favorite frenemy

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Published: September 29, 2024 23:49

Would 14 year old you be proud??

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Published: September 29, 2024 20:40

Patco’s Travels – The other sides of Vegas

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Published: September 29, 2024 19:55

While Jon was at a Word Press convention in 2015, I got to see Las Vegas like I’ve never seen. I drove 400 miles in 4 days around the outskirts of Vegas. One afternoon, after picking Jon up, we went to Valley of Fire State Park. It has Bee Hive formations,…

Rollin’ down the river

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Published: September 29, 2024 17:09

June 21 1955. Sam Gray, David Rutford and Fred Hallberg begin their cruise down the Mississippi river from Saint Paul Minnesota on a homemade raft. The raft was built of barrels and planks. Power for the propeller was provided by a 1939 Chevrolet they had…

Lineup of Handsome and Talented Actors, Circa 2003

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Published: September 29, 2024 14:00

What Are Your Favorite Movies From Them? via The post Lineup of Handsome and Talented Actors, Circa 2003 first appeared on Bits and Pieces.

Panic Being the Most Effective Motivator

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Published: September 29, 2024 14:00

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Attempted Murder, Perhaps?

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Published: September 29, 2024 14:00

♫ to say how much I care ♫ Thanks, Mike! The post Attempted Murder, Perhaps? first appeared on Bits and Pieces.