Author Archives: swabby429

About swabby429

An eclectic guy who likes to observe the world around him and comment about those observations.

To Perceive

Posted on December 8, 2021 by swabby429

Wherever we find an object or develop a concept, there is perception. When we examine a thing or a thought we arrive closer to the reality or detoured by falseness of what we had previously believed about it. When we … Continue reading →

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To Be Fair

Posted on December 7, 2021 by swabby429

One of the first interpersonal impulses we feel as children is the necessity of fairness–especially as it applies to ourselves. The matter of justice is strong in other species, too. People who have more than one dog have observed that … Continue reading →

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The Days Slip By

Posted on December 6, 2021 by swabby429

“This will probably be the last time I will ever drive home to Norfolk.” While this statement from one of my old buddies hit me like a brick, it was not unexpected. Years ago, Ward and I used to goof … Continue reading →

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Time To Renew

Posted on December 5, 2021 by swabby429

Considering the holiday season and year-end catching up, this time of year is rather hectic for a great many folks. It’s easy to forget to take the time for contemplation, and personal rest, because we feel so rushed. Failing to … Continue reading →

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Dystychiphobia Awareness

Posted on December 4, 2021 by swabby429

I felt compelled to look up the meaning of the word dystychiphobia because my calendar noted that today is “Dystychiphobia Awareness Day”. It turns out that some of my friends and myself may have some undiagnosed form of this condition. … Continue reading →

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Base Blue …Floral Friday

Posted on December 3, 2021 by swabby429

This might be an unpopular opinion: I get tired of the amount of red and green decorations at this time of year. Although I enjoy that combination year around in judicious doses, the red and green motif is way overdone … Continue reading →

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Time And Innovation

Posted on December 2, 2021 by swabby429

Shortly after awakening this morning, I shut off the “Goodnight” sleep monitoring function of my Galaxy Watch. Then scrolled through the apps to decipher the quality or lack of quality of my sleep. I was pleased to find that over … Continue reading →

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