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I started blogging again in July 2023 after some shifting of my job responsibilities, and my children growing up which gave me a lot more discretionary time. I do this for me, but I hope some others find my posts interesting or useful in some way.

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Ficus Tree Trimming in Backyard 2026

2026-07-06 - Updated 7/6/2026

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I have needed to trim my Ficus Trees in the backyard for a long time. Finally for Fathers Day on June 20, 2026 I was able to get to this with my children.

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The Coming AI-Fueled Recession: Efficiency Meets Unemployment

2/26/2026

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AI may not cause a recession because it fails — but because it succeeds. As companies cut payroll and boost margins with automation, the ripple effects could push markets into bear territory. Is efficiency about to collide with employment?

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Sedona Arizona Travel Guide

2/18/2026

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Sedona is a wonderful place to visit. I have gone there three times in the last five years, staying at our Wyndham Timeshare each time. There is a lot to do including Hiking, Wineries (yes even in Arizona), Fun Restaurants, and of course, lots of tourist Shops which are fun to enjoy every now and again...

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OpenClaw Just Changed the World!

2/17/2026

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I first learned about OpenClaw on February 12, 2026. I realized immediately (along with about 150,000 people on github) that we are entering a new chapter in Artificial Intelligence. This is just beginning...

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We Know So Little About Ancient Civilizations - Here is What Is Starting to be Shared

12/15/2025

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Some ideas challenge what we think we know. Others challenge how we came to know it. This section explores modern voices who challenge established historical narratives — particularly around ancient civilizations, lost prehistory, and civilizational resets — not to declare answers, but to examine the evidence, the arguments, and the resistance these ideas encounter.

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I Have Learned So Much From the Podcast NO AGENDA

12/15/2025

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I have been listening to the No Agenda show for quite some time now, and I have learned so much from both Adam and John. I have compiled much of it here.....

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What Are Stocks Really Worth - Here are Some Thoughts On Price to Earnings Expansion

12/11/2025

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Let's look at what happens when a stock price goes up quickly, but it's earnings do not.

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My Year of the Podcast and YouTube Videos - 2025

11/29/2025

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I started listening to podcasts hours and hours each week. There have been many different podcasts and content creators that I have learned to enjoy...

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Epstein - Did Trump Just Get Overrun, Or Did He Just Fool Almost Everyone?

11/19/2025

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On July 10, 2025 I realized that things weren't what they appeared to the Public. Let me take you down a rabbit hole, that in this case, I believe to be true.

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Does The Bible Say Anything About Aliens?

11/18/2025

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I never heard of Timothy Alberino before, but I am very curious and interested in what he has to say in his discussions about creation, angels, and subject involving non-human beings such as God, Angels, and other things mentioned in the Bible.

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Blog Posts

The Python Tutorial

11/7/2023
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I have chosen to use Python as my programming language to for the OpenAI Platform, so here we go...... - Read More (00137) >>>

Welcome to the OpenAI Platform - Lesson 1

11/7/2023
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And my Journey begins on learning how to get Content from my ChatGPT Plus Subscript. Lesson 1..... - Read More (00136) >>>

Turn Back Our Clocks and Remember To Do These Things

11/6/2023
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When the clocks get turned back it is a great time to do these bi-annual things as well..... - Read More (00133) >>>

My Favorite Amazon Music Playlist

11/7/2023
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I started searching around for 80s Rock, and this playlist really resonated with me. It is my new Favorite Amazon Music Playlist..... - Read More (00132) >>>

I Actually Taked to an Amazon Employee About an Amazon Return Issue

11/6/2023
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I have always been told that you can not every talk to someone at Amazon. Well that was not my experience...... - Read More (00131) >>>

What is DALL-E 3 BETA

11/2/2023
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As I investigated further, ChatGPT isn't making images. It is actually DALL-E. What the heck is DALL-E you ask..... - Read More (00127) >>>

How Can You Interact With ChatGPT With Software?

11/2/2023
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That is my question for the day. So where do you think I went to get the answer? - Read More (00125) >>>

My Left Apple Airpods Pro Earbuds Stopped Working - Here is How I Fixed It!

11/2/2023
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I was so mad that my left airpod stopped working. I could't figure out what was wrong. Here is how I fixed it..... - Read More (00124) >>>

Graphics Courtesy of ChatGPT

11/1/2023
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It is pretty difficult to be creative with images and graphic design, but I found a new friend..... - Read More (00123) >>>

I Asked ChatGPT to Make an Image for Me and Here is What Happened

10/31/2023
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The new Bing suggested that I make a halloween image, so I decided to give this a try. Here is what happened..... - Read More (00122) >>>

My First Post - Exciting Stuff!

7/18/2023
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And the Journey Begins...... I had my first Blog probably about 13 years ago. After my job changed significantly in the Summer of 2021, I have been searching for my next adventure, even if it is in my spare time rather than as a new Entrepreneurial Adventure! I had been toying with several ideas the last 2 years (I can't believe it has been that long) and I came to the conclusion of several things.... - Read More (00001) >>>

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In July 2025 I am making a complete overhaul of my Blog System. Hopefully this will add some value to anyone looking at these posts... - Blog Home
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