The Mason Minute

The Mason Minute


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Shopping For Shoes (MM #5342)
November 06, 2025

If you have kids, shopping for shoes can be frustrating. Finding something affordable, stylish, and durable is the quest. As I've discovered through the years, even if you don't have children, it's s

The Great State (MM #5341)
November 05, 2025

I have always loved election coverage. It doesn't matter if it's on TV, the radio, in the newspaper, or online. To me, it's like watching sports. But there's one phrase that always comes up in electio

Libraries (MM #5340)
November 04, 2025

Libraries are often something we take for granted since the launch of the Internet. Children dont need to spend as much time there researching school papers. Back in my day, I spent more weekends at

Championship Celebrations (MM #5339)
November 03, 2025

I have long been fascinated with sports fandom. While Ive always considered myself a sports fan, I never understood the true meaning of being a fan until I moved to Northeast Ohio in the mid-90s. I n

67 (MM #5338)
November 02, 2025

Twenty years ago, when I first started working in social media, I marveled at the possibilities of connecting families, friends, and businesses in a new yet simple way. But boy, has it changed over th

Mistakes (MM #5337)
November 01, 2025

For many of us, its tough to look in the mirror and reflect upon our lives. When I dig deep, I often think about the mistakes Ive made throughout my life. But theres one day a year when I only thin

Check Your Treats (MM #5336)
October 31, 2025

Every year, TV news, newspapers, and even the Internet remind you to check your treats. That reminder goes all the way back to my days of trick-or-treating. But while youre checking your childrens c

Chain Restaurants (MM #5335)
October 30, 2025

We live in a world where there's a lot of sameness. There are very few local or regional businesses anymore. These days, you can find the same gas stations and stores like Walmart or Target in nearly

Whooping Cough (MM #5334)
October 29, 2025

I've had a fear of needles since I was young. Yet that never stopped me from getting my vaccinations then nor now. As I mentioned recently, I just got my flu shot for the year. And I know that vaccine

Earlier And Earlier (MM #5333)
October 28, 2025

The onset of Christmas advertising is hitting earlier and earlier. Over the weekend, I saw Christmas commercials for both Walmart and Home Depot. And literally as Im writing this description for The