The Mason Minute
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Too Old (MM #4514)
It's been a topic of political discussion for decades. The subject is usually just whispered in the halls of buildings throughout Washington, DC. But recently, the whispers feel like they've become
Police Cars (MM #4513)
Like most cities, the speed limit in Nashville is only a suggestion during rush hour. Of course, drivers are always looking for police cars in their rearview mirror. And when they see one, drivers q
Strawberries (MM #4512)
Hypertension has been something that I've been concerned with since my early twenties. So I'm interested anytime I can find information about ways to lower my blood pressure. Recent research says a
Tastee-Freez (MM #4511)
It was National Chili Dog Day a couple of days ago, and whenever I think of chili dogs, I think about John Cougar's 1980s classic, Jack and Diane. It's the song that made Tastee-Freez famous for thos
Silver Alert (MM #4510)
Most Americans are familiar with the Amber Alert program; It helps locate missing and endangered children. It was adopted nationwide over 20 years ago. A similar program started a few years ago, and
Eat An Early Dinner (MM #4509)
Since the dawn of time, people who eat an early dinner are considered old. Others often tease them about being a senior citizen. But life has changed a lot over the last few years. Research has fou
Pop Culture (MM #4508)
I've been a collector for decades. It all started with political campaign buttons back in the 1960s. I've collected a wide variety, most centered on pop culture. I always said that someday I'd star
A Little Petty (MM #4507)
Perhaps I'm being a little petty, but that doesn't bother me. One of my pet peeves is when one of my subscription services decides to raise its price, but I read about it online days or weeks before
Upgrade (MM #4506)
In recent years, many developers have changed their business model for apps and web tools. Many relied on advertising to make their money, but times are changing. Now, they provide a free version of
New Outlet Mall (MM #4505)
Back in my younger days, I spent a lot of time in malls, shopping centers, and outlets. Throughout my high school and college years, I worked in the mall and on the radio. I don't spend as much time