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Glenn Blair
Registrace 19. 06. 2020
Memories of Urbana Illinois / Growing up in Urbana, Illinois / C-U memories
I grew up in a little town in central Illinois. Urbana. Since then. I've lived in Virginia, London and Ohio. All great places, but anyone who knows me even just a little bit knows my heart remains in Urbana. A former secretary surprised me a number of years ago on my birthday by giving me a subscription to the Sunday News Gazette, which I had delivered for a number of years. When I read The Gazette, it wasn't for World News. My attention was drawn to local activities, high school sports, ads, obituaries. I was looking for names. Some of them produced faces and memories of friends and schoolmates. Some I no longer knew. But have never forgotten. I enjoyed looking at the real estate ads. I thought I knew all the streets. But I didn't recognize half of them. Urbana had grown so much. But, the ones I did recognize, oh my. Memories. Of my best friend who lived two blocks over on Michigan. My Pennsylvania Ave. first love. And the far-off mystery streets in our twin city Champaign… Church, Ridgeway and John. From which new high school friends came. Friends that I have never lost contact with. I'd like to name all the people who meant so much to me. I think I could. I remember them well. But despite my good intentions, it might embarrass someone. I don't know the present circumstances of many or where they live. Or if indeed they still do. And I might leave out some who should be on such a list. Maybe it's just a sign of old age. Or maybe it's the wisdom that comes with old age. But in the end. It’s not what happened that matters… It's the people. It's always the people that count.
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Annoying Acronyms: POTUS, FLOTUS and SCOTUS / More Annoying Acronyms: What's a DINKWAD?
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It's been fully revealed before that I'm old and grouchy and have difficulty accepting new things. My current irritation is overuse and absurdity of some acronyms. I’d admit they can be time savers. Saves a lot of words. Easier and quicker to say SCUBA than Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus But some of the new acronyms are just plain disgusting. POTUS, FLOTUS and SCOTUS for example ...
OneDrive photo memories / pictures help me remember what I can't/daily photos/photos from the past
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My OneDrive has been emailing me some of my old photos on a daily basis. At first I was annoyed, but I've learned to enjoy it. It's happened to me before. Didn't like something initially, but now can't live without it. I'm getting old, trying to enjoy what I can from what comes my way. It's amazing what comes your way if you keep your eyes open, extend yourself and take a few chances. And MOST ...
Can't remember words. Lethologica. Can't remember why I'm in the room. Hiding things from myself.
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I love words. Not just any words, but quirky ones like those that don't mean what they look like they should mean. "Enervate" or "Sanguine" for example. Or words that aren't pronounced like they should be... "Epitome" or "Penelope." But best of all is learning a new word...one that is useful, apt, timely and fills a real need for me at this time of life. You probably know it: Lethologica... the...
Thank you to Alexa. Thanking inanimate objects. Thanks to Siri. Thank you to AI. Gratitude to AI.
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I just got an Alexa-type gadget and every time I ask a question I say Please and Thank You. Does that make any sense? I think it does.
It is what it is. What does "new normal" mean? Application of the Serenity Prayer.
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There are a couple of expressions in popular use today...although accurate...easy to understand... I still find annoying. "It is what it is" and "New normal" Both are negative and defeatist. Suggesting that the old days were better and will never return. I prefer the wisdom of the Serenity Prayer. A realistic and useful approach to the future
Shakespearean sonnet / How to write a sonnet / Shakespearean sonnet example /Geezer poetry by Glenn
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There’s a lot written and said to help old timers like me learn how to live longer and better. Out of any list of 10 things we are supposed to do, two will always be challenge your brain and try new things. So I wrote a poem. A difficult one. A Shakespearean sonnet. Here it is: Our love was strong, rare, and never faded, A thought that most who knew us would agree; Yet now awareness has come, b...
Best New Year Resolution for a Senior / New Year's Resolutions 2024 / Novel New Year's Resolutions
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I'm 88. This year I made just one resolution and that is to live the year 2024 as though I was 15 again
Advantages of a left hander / Left-handed advantages / Left-handed baseball glove /Lefty presidents
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Hi, I'm Glenn Blair and I love being left-handed. Many advantages. Especially in sports. About 10% of us are left handed, but we seem to be disproportionately successful and talented. Of the 8 most recent U.S. Presidents, 5 were left handed.
The Greatest General that ever lived. Wisdom from Mark Twain. Unrealized talent. Incompetent leaders
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According to Mark Twain, the greatest general of all time was a Boston bricklayer named Absalom Jones... but he never got a chance. He was rejected by a military recruiter for a minor physical shortcoming. Twain would argue that too often superficial impressions keep the deserving from opportunities or catapult those with no real ability into positions they don't deserve and can't handle. As Gi...
There are no free gifts. All gifts are free. Get rid of junk mail. What to do with unwanted mail
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I have some thoughts for the organizations overwhelming my mailbox with an extraordinary array of things I have absolutely no interest in.
George Carlin Quote About the Government. Government Issues Today. Who will be the next President?
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George Carlin, Will Rogers, and Mark Twain all agreed that our government fails to meet expectations.
4 Frustrating voicemail messages/Corporate voicemail messages/Businesses that don't care about calls
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Here's a rant from the Geezer's Perspective! Don't use these self-serving statements that everybody knows aren't true: Your call is important to us. Listen carefully as our menu has changed. If you've called during normal business hours, we're serving other customers. We are experiencing an unusually high volume of calls today.
Older adult synonyms: older adults or senior citizens? George Carlin and old people.
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I’ve referred to myself as a Geezer for a number of years now and am aware that not everyone likes that term. A recent Wall Street Journal article revealed that the subject of what we older folks should be called is now becoming an issue. The suggestion is that we no longer want to be called Senior Citizens. That we would prefer being known as Older Adults. I don’t recall being asked my prefere...
Renew old friendships. Find old friends. Find people from the past. Find classmates.
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Generally triggered by some minor event, not a day goes by that I don’t think back to a friend from the distant past. My first thought is, “What happened to them?”. And then, "How did we lose contact?" I gave a uTalk on how introverts can build the social relationships that are so important to lifetime health and happiness. One of my suggestions, was to reclaim old friendships. I’ve decided to ...
This page is intentionally left blank! Wasting ink? Wasting paper? Wasted opportunity!
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This page is intentionally left blank! Wasting ink? Wasting paper? Wasted opportunity!
why am I misunderstood? / how can I get my message across? / my audience doesn't understand /
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why am I misunderstood? / how can I get my message across? / my audience doesn't understand /
How do introverts make friends? / eliminate toxic people / restore old friendships
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How do introverts make friends? / eliminate toxic people / restore old friendships
Harvard loneliness study/Old age happiness/lifelong health & happiness/more crucial than cholesterol
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Harvard loneliness study/Old age happiness/lifelong health & happiness/more crucial than cholesterol
Unique birthday cards / Unique birthday tradition / Wife's birthday / Homemade cards
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Unique birthday cards / Unique birthday tradition / Wife's birthday / Homemade cards
Phillip Morris / Power of Gratitude / Gratitude works / Butterfly effect / Benefits of Gratitude
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Phillip Morris / Power of Gratitude / Gratitude works / Butterfly effect / Benefits of Gratitude
Do this before you die! Funeral planning . Write a living Eulogy.
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Do this before you die! Funeral planning . Write a living Eulogy.
Reasons to smile / Power of a smile / Why you should smile / Benefits of smiling / Why smile?
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Reasons to smile / Power of a smile / Why you should smile / Benefits of smiling / Why smile?
Post Election Remarks / How to vote when you don't like either candidate / Voter disappointment 2022
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Post Election Remarks / How to vote when you don't like either candidate / Voter disappointment 2022
The Glenn Blair Story / Thank-you note a day / Benefits of expressing gratitude / Why say thank you
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The Glenn Blair Story / Thank-you note a day / Benefits of expressing gratitude / Why say thank you
A Geezer's Perspective / Reasons to express gratitude / Remedies in divisive times / Curiosity
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A Geezer's Perspective / Reasons to express gratitude / Remedies in divisive times / Curiosity
Short story: Firefly Kisses by Glenn Blair
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Short story: Firefly Kisses by Glenn Blair
Thank You Note Project /Professor Glenn Blair speaks at Baldwin Wallace University December 3, 2018
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Thank You Note Project /Professor Glenn Blair speaks at Baldwin Wallace University December 3, 2018
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It’s a big club and we ain’t in it!
Amen
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I love a geezer’s perspective. Putting out your thoughts and ideas shows how powerful thinking is at any age and that the value of humanity should always be prized. Keep on!
Excelsior ☝️ Serenity Prayer
Cool story! enjoyed listening.
I love the wisdom of "It is what it is". I resent the laziness of "That's just the way it is".
Miss you George! So glad I got to see you live in the 70’s Greatest comic ever! RIP
I think I love your mind, very dearly ❤just as real as can be, thank you for your deep thoughts❤ Cheers to the more pleasant life. I understood, I don't know how so many have let government control people's minds & time.
Love it Geezer! Keep it coming . Special Ed.🕺
"Lo que es, es.." (old saying from the south of Spain)
Yes, George Carlin was great comedian and he's comedy was right on the money. We all laughed and enjoyed but how many of have really acted upon his comments? For example, voting. How many gave up on voting? How many of us really blame ourselves for electing politicians that time and again don't do what they promised? Yes, let's stop whining and find more time to educate ourselves and vote intelligently. If politicians let us down don't elect them again.
Are you familiar with the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act? Back in 2012 it was put in the NDAA. All media have been affected.
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The government loves it when there people give up protesting.
A lot of people think that they are A+ all the time. Since we are all imperfect and flawed this is impossible. And these same people think and believe, that they are superior to all the rest of us.
America was never about freedom and democracy, it was only and always about the accumulation of wealth, everything of value and all political power by rich white men only. You can’t lose what you never had. Change will come regardless. For the past 40-50 years the republican party has caused the worst economic and foreign policy disasters in our history and the morons keep voting for them.
turn off the news really
We get what the people want, and half of them love people with the same intolerant narrow views, that they themselves have. Thank you George for plain talk.
Well said
My favorite saying: “We’re not here for the out come”
As long as we have government,,this world will always be up the creek without a paddle,,, they are above and beyond the laws that they make ,,but until man sticks together and finally says NO MORE DAMN IT we will just have to deal with it .
I believe we all have an inherent knowledge of what has been, we are living it now, it is the universe
Sir, my recommendation for you would be to turn away from it All. Everything, and enjoy your last year's in good health and mind. Let it go brother, it's not your concern anymore, I say that respectfully. Do what you want that doesn't cause you any suffering and head aches
Imagine the material George would have today with this shill Present we've got today. The material would be endless and sad. Thanks
Excellent😀
Hey trump fans, here's a hint, he was never a conservative, and was not talking about Biden or liberals.
Biden is the real tyrant...
I feel exactly the way this man does, I’m 75 and tired of what the current Republican Congress has done our country.
That was a great talk, thank you. Speaking of philosophers, something that Bertrand Russell said makes a lot of sense: "Part of the secret to happiness is to realise that the world is a horrible place." That doesn't mean we should give up on trying to improve things, not at all, but as you so aptly said at the end, "It is what it is."
I like words, too. How fun!
I disagree with you. More than just government is at risk. Why would you bring children into the world? A person of your age and wisdom should be able to see the consequences of the past, present, and future of what people do and none of it is positive. People are the cause of all of our problems, and human nature is inherently destructive. Humans are what they are, so it is what it is. Why add more to the messes to the mess? You forgot to add climate change diminishing resources, polluted oceans, toxic fish and food. A new one, too many people with a cell phone like me. Now the wireless companies are having difficulty keeping us online. That includes computers, any wireless technology. I keep getting kicked off the phone, or the internet goes down. This is due to more people. However, I liked your perspective and respect it.😊
I have occasions when I could apply lethologica,,,,if I can remember it.
I'm also a senior/baby boomer, and your take on the meaning, and pronunciation of some words, gave me pause to think, and agree with you. Especially, Buick 🤫
"People were always rotten! But the world was beautiful!" -SAUL as played by Edward G. Robinson in SOYLENT GREEN
Nobody can tell me who put the polar northern star there
There’s not enough of that in this world today . I say it . I was raised right
I’m thankful for Amazon. I’m able to buy stuff you just can’t find in a traditional store.
In this country you're voting for a s**t sandwich or a s**t sandwich with sprinkles. Tom in Idaho
Truly annoying and somewhat profound indeed… I dislike that saying as well but… it is what it is in many contexts… thank u and I respect ur view on todays govt… I personally have no faith in our govt and will carry that sentiment till the end… keep up the positive commentary! Thanks again…
Comment didn’t go through your shadow band.
It is what it is. Such is life.
@Glenn Blair: I get a kick out of your comments, Glenn! "New normal" = COMMUNISM; I absolutely HATE that phrase, and the dirty, evil, amoral, Godless COMMUNISM that it represents!!! The other phrase doesn't bother me so much, since it doesn't stand for evil, amoral, tyrannical control over a population.
Thank-you, Professor.
Thank you, Glenn! I wish that the "new normal" phrase would dissappear. I heard it when I was going through my cancer from my doctors. It used toget on my nerves. But now I realize God has a purpose for me in my being a 3 year survivor going on 2/23/2024. It taught me to have more patience with others and myself. So, new me not new normal. Thank you very much.
I'm so glad you're a cancer survivor!!! I am too - I lost a breast in 2016, so that's my "new normal". I hate having to wear a prosthetic, but that phrase Glenn doesn't like (not crazy about it myself!) actually applies, in my case. I wish you God's blessings for good health in the future (I can't stand the 'pc' phrase 'going forward'!!! 😅).
Here's another solution: REFUSE to wear a commie-mandated face diaper!! ALL health and Gov't websites state that there are exemptions for those who can't (or won't!) wear a face diaper!
George; would have made a GREAT PRESIDENT
3:05 Sheep have been and always will be sheep. Timely discussion with the present chasm between the political parties but we first must begin with the separation/chasm between church and state.
You said nothing wrong - we all know what that saying means! Sorry, but your colleague sounds like a politically correct, leftist snowflake!
Yes, I did find your comments interesting, Glenn,and I agree with you. I was kind of saddened, though, to hear you say that you're glad you don't have grandchildren. The next generation needs common sense people like you to carry on your sense of decency and justice.