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Been There, Done That: Another Great Surprise
October 3, 2024
Seeing family you don't get to see often is almost always a welcome interruption, especially when it's your "designated granddaughter."
Been There, Done That: Sicka Being Sick
September 26, 2024
I’ve never had COVID-19 but was not too concerned as I felt confident in my personal health and well-being. Not long after that, I started feeling sick. Sick enough to go to the doctor.
Been There, Done That: International Drive Your Studebaker Day
September 20, 2024
Last Saturday was International Drive Your Studebaker Day, a day that has been celebrated since 2009 by Studeholics, such as myself, all over the world. Yes folks there are lots of us Studebaker Dudes all over this crazy granite planet.
Been There, Done That: Attaboys
September 12, 2024
Everyone loves to get an "attaboy," whether a verbal compliment or a certificate to hang on the wall. I've been fortunate to get a few of them through the years, and to hand out several, too.
Been There, Done That: Family Reunion
September 5, 2024
You don't see many family reunions these days, but last week was about as close as it gets, anymore.
Been There, Done That: The Big Surprise
August 29, 2024
On June 20th, I got a text from my daughter Jessica saying "I have a gift for mom's birthday, and you can't say anything..."
Been There, Done That: Drone Photography
August 21, 2024
There's been a drastic change in the technology used for taking photos. Lately, I've been getting more interested in lightning storm photoraphy, and these local drone pilots are some of the best at that niche.
Been There, Done That: On The Radio
August 15, 2024
After moonlighting as a karaoke DJ getting involved in the local music scene during the 80s and 90s, I landed a guest spot on the a Sacramento radio show.
Been There, Done That: The Draft
August 7, 2024
I was not a hero volunteering to serve my country. Back then, we had the draft and every young man that turned 18 years old had to sign up, like it or not.
Been There, Done That: AI Scares Me
August 1, 2024
Some of these AI car images are so good, I don't know if it's real or not. Is there a day coming where these images may be passed off as the real deal in the future? That's a scary thought.