By John Matonich I have always been a fan of movies. I like all different types from action to comedy to gangster to westerns. I am not a fan of horror movies, though. I like to laugh or think or simply smile at what I am seeing, not be worried about having a heart … [Read more...]
Surveyin’ da Situation: Getting older isn’t so bad except for …
By John Matonich I have never had a problem getting older. It seemed to me there was always something good to look forward to as I aged. From being able to peddle papers to have a little money in my pocket to driving, voting and legally enjoying an adult beverage were all good … [Read more...]
Surveyin’ da Situation: As it turns out, sometimes they don’t really mean ‘all-you-can-eat’
By John Matonich I enjoy the ride into my shop in the morning. It is about a 40-minute drive, but I get a chance to have a cup of coffee and listen to the local news on the radio. Of course, there are a bunch of ads that go along with the news, but I guess it is one way to … [Read more...]
Surveyin’ da Situation: The good old days weren’t always so good
By John Matonich It is quite common to hear folks speak of the “Good old days." I can relate on a number of levels that times years ago were simpler and maybe a little better, but I don’t think that’s the case for everything. I was thinking about it the other day as I was … [Read more...]
Surveyin’ da Situation: The lure of wagering on gumballs
By John Matonich I am not a huge gambler, but I do enjoy a trip to the casino every now and again. Always take a small amount that I know I can afford to lose and if I don’t lose it, I consider it a victory. It is simply entertainment for me and I look at it about the same as … [Read more...]
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