The Mason Minute

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Sandwich Shop (MM #5094)
Where do you go when you want a sandwich? You can make one at home. Perhaps you can visit your local deli. Or you could get a sub at places like Subway or Jersey Mike's. It feels like everything is a
Sky Ride (MM #5093)
I was scrolling through my Facebook timeline last night and saw two groups I follow share pictures that opined about their defunct Sky Ride. You probably rode on the Sky Ride if you visited nearly any
Alternate Identities (MM #5092)
In my younger days, I spent a lot of time in stadiums, arenas, and ballparks. I watched a lot of minor league baseball, basketball, hockey, and many semi-pro sports. I did it with my father during his
Ruts In The Road (MM #5091)
As the calendar prepares to head into March, much of America deals with potholes. Winter weather is never kind to our streets and highways. As much as I loathe potholes, I do my best to avoid them. Bu
Economic Blackout (MM #5090)
If you've scrolled through social media this week, you've probably seen an announcement from a group called People's Union. They're calling for an economic blackout from Midnight to Midnight tomorrow.
Lifestyle And Aging (MM #5089)
We all know how much our lifestyle and aging are connected. Sure, your diet and exercise can help in the aging process. Plus, if you smoke and/or drink, that can speed up your aging. However, research
Closing All Stores (MM #5088)
Yesterday, another major retail chain announced they were liquidating. Earlier this month, JoAnn Fabrics announced they had filed bankruptcy for the second time in less than a year. They hoped to reor
Wrong Turn (MM #5087)
I've been driving for over 45 years. And a lot has changed over that time. Vehicles have changed, and the technology available to us is amazing. Thanks to that technology, there's little reason for us
Even Numbers (MM #5086)
Like many guys my age, I'll never be as rich or skinny as I'd like. But I shouldn't complain. Most of my objections in life are petty. But there are some things that drive me crazy. There's one small
Outbreak (MM #5085)
Many years ago, measles was almost commonplace. Millions of people every year caught the virus. It was very common among children, and while not ordinarily deadly, cases were severe enough for worldwi