The Mason Minute
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Wide Right Turn (MM #4804)
I've noticed these signs on the back of big trucks for years. They usually read this vehicle makes wide right turns. Sometimes, you get stuck behind one, but it's a minor inconvenience. That all chang
Argument (MM #4803)
There's been a long-running argument over whether hamburgers and hot dogs should be considered sandwiches. But did you know there's also a long-running discussion about tacos and burritos being consid
Speaking Of Skunks (MM #4802)
Yesterday, I was talking about skunky beer. Today, we're speaking of skunks, or technically, I'm focusing on a skunk. We've had one visit our backyard nightly for the last week or so. It shows up just
Skunky (MM #4801)
You understand what skunky means if you've ever drank a glass of stale iced tea or perhaps a nasty mug of beer. Part of the reason I stopped drinking beer decades ago is because I had too many skunky
Armored Cars (MM #4800)
We all have little quirks that make us who we are. For some, they're fears and often irrational. For example, I have a fear of being around armored cars. Technically, I guess we should call them armor
Tough Day (MM #4799)
It's Mother's Day. For many, it's a day to honor our mother and remind her that we care. Of course, I can argue that we should look at every day throughout the year similarly. But while it's a day to
Bachelor Party (MM #4798)
One of our nephews is in Nashville this weekend for a bachelor party. When he told us he was coming, I only had one question: Why Nashville? I'm no expert when it comes to the subject, but I have been
Simple Bracket (MM #4797)
No one ever said that simple was easy. A few weeks ago, one of the brackets that hold up the handrail on the steps leading to our second floor broke. If you have a staircase in your house, you know th
Straight-Line Winds (MM #4796)
Many parts of the country have dealt with tornadoes over the last few days. The warmer weather and severe storms often make for a troubling combination this time of year. I remember going through torn
The Backyard (MM #4795)
Many people like to spend time in the backyard during this time of year. It could be gardening, hanging out with friends, or even grilling out. While I enjoyed spending time outdoors in my younger day