Category Archives: Health

“Essential Information”

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

That’s a phrase one of the many consultants I’ve worked with over the years loved. “Begin a story with the words “Essential information” to stress its importance.” And years later, sometimes I do.   Like now. For people of a certain … Continue reading →

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A Test

Posted on November 22, 2011 by

I got in a golf cart the other day to discover that the previous occupant left something behind. An open pack of Marlboro Lights.  3 left.  And a Bic lighter. I haven’t had a cigarette in just over four years.  … Continue reading →

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Prescriptions and Plumbers

Posted on October 5, 2011 by

Two things I’ve learned in the past few days: One: When a prescription says “take after meals,” it means after. I’m taking a prescription anti-inflammatory for one of those “you’re not 29 anymore” injuries.  The other day, I took it … Continue reading →

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Get One. Get It?

Posted on July 20, 2011 by

I visited one of my closest friends today.  He’s in the hospital, recovering from cancer surgery.  It went well.  He’ll live.  We’ll be on the first tee again in weeks. His colon cancer was caught just in time.  BECAUSE HE … Continue reading →

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The Glen Campbell Goodbye Tour

Posted on June 23, 2011 by

Sad news about the guy who had a string of hits in the 70s and hosted a popular variety show, The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour. He has Alzheimer’s disease. Now 75, Campbell will hit the road for a final time … Continue reading →

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Boomers

Posted on June 21, 2011 by

It’s National Baby Boomers Recognition Day. Once upon a time, that would mean “Let’s party!”  Now it means, “Get a checkup.” But Boomers still rule, boomers still rock.  And we’re not going away anytime soon. So there.

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The Big Man

Posted on June 13, 2011 by

Bruce Springsteen’s sax player, Clarence “The Big Man” Clemons, is hospitalized in Florida after having a stroke. This was his biggest solo hit.  Great song.

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The Face of an Idiot

Posted on May 11, 2011 by

His name is Louis Camilleri.  He’s the CEO of Philip Morris.  He told a cancer nurse today at his company’s shareholder meeting that it’s not that hard to quit smoking. I am not an anti-smoking crusader even though I smoked for … Continue reading →

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It Ain’t Easy

Posted on February 9, 2011 by

“Bomb Kazakhstan!  Or one of the other ‘stans.  Or just get me some guy named Stan to punch out!” I hate the thought of the President of the United States having nicotine withdrawal.  An edgy commander-in-chief makes me nervous. But … Continue reading →

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Fascinating Facts, Part 1

Posted on February 8, 2011 by

I recently finished reading Bill Bryson‘s “At Home: A Short History of Private Life.” I bookmarked several of what I call “fascinating facts,” and I will share these with you on days that I am out of things to say or … Continue reading →

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