Personal Reflections of a Middle-Aged Man

Thoughts and Opinions as I Grow Older

Author: frank

  • I Miss My Family and Friends

    You wouldn’t think an introvert would utter he misses his family and friends, especially since he treasures, seeks, and needs time alone. But I do, I miss my family and…


  • This Bible Verse is on My Mind

    Few know of my religious background or my beliefs. Mainly this is because I’m a fairly private person and I’m respectful of the religious beliefs of others. I would characterize…


  • What Will It Take?

    What will it take for Republicans to take back their party from the Trumpists? The man in the Oval Office, while on the campaign trail of the 2016 election said…


  • The Great Compromise Has Begun

    A few days ago I wrote a post entitled, The Great Compromise. When I wrote it, I thought it might still be a little while before we would get to…


  • Too Many Thoughts

    I have started writing on several topics this evening, but nothing is gelling. My mind is just in a jumble this evening. Time to let it rest for today to…


  • A Statement of Gratitude for Today

    A very good friend of mine is about to go on a stricter shelter-in-place order where she lives. She has great Faith and always expresses gratitude in her life. As…


  • What Does Safe Look Like?

    The man in the Oval Office wants the country to reopen. The lead medical expert in the nation, Dr. Fauci, says the virus and data will drive the timeline to…


  • I Crashed the Coolville Village Council Meeting

    The other day on my Facebook newsfeed, an invite popped up to attend a WebEx for the Coolville, OH village council meeting. Full disclosure, the post was on my sister’s…


  • Took a Break Today

    Since we had to cancel our June New York trip, I decided I would take a vacation day for today. I needed something different as the staying at home, although…


  • Saturday Night “Live” in the Age of COVID-19

    This evening, after getting caught up with The Masked Singer (yes, I know, but what you going to do?), I watched Saturday Night Live Home Edition. It was better than…


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These are the inner wonderings and thoughts of a middle-aged man who happens to be a father, husband, grandfather, friend, brother, son, and thinker.