The Mason Minute

The Mason Minute


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Walkman (MM #4316)
January 15, 2023

The Sony Walkman is making a comeback. It never really went away, but the rise of the iPod made it seem that way. I couldn't afford the real thing when it came out in 1980, so I had to buy another b

Chiming Sound (MM #4315)
January 14, 2023

Like many, I love my technology; until I don't. The other night, every so often, I heard a faint chiming sound in my office. I'm sure it came from some electrical equipment, but I have no idea what

Which One Is Clearer? (MM #4314)
January 13, 2023

I've been wearing glasses for a long time. It's been so long; I can't remember if I got them in Kindergarten or First Grade. And while going to the eye doctor isn't often a horrible experience, it's

Gas Stoves (MM #4313)
January 12, 2023

If you're considering the purchase of a new oven, you might want to act quickly. One federal agency is recommending that we ban gas stoves across America. They won't do away with existing gas ovens,

Egg Prices (MM #4312)
January 11, 2023

If you've been to the grocery store recently, you've likely noticed the steep jump in egg prices. We shouldn't be surprised. Last year there were numerous stories about the avian flu and how it caus

Bathroom Or Kitchen (MM #4311)
January 10, 2023

When shopping for our bedroom, bathroom, or kitchen, most of us have a favorite store. For the last two decades, I usually made Bed, Bath & Beyond my first stop for home goods. But they've been stru

Your Pharmacist (MM #4310)
January 09, 2023

If you've visited your pharmacist recently, you may have noticed that wait times have increased. Even if they've told you your prescription is ready, it may not be in the store. Due to staffing, and

Socks (MM #4309)
January 08, 2023

I've touched on this topic a few times throughout the years, but I hate wearing socks. If possible, I only wear them during the Winter months. It doesn't matter the brand; they're all uncomfortable.

Heated Seats (MM #4308)
January 07, 2023

For decades, you could only find them in high-end luxury vehicles. But by the early 2000s, many cars made heated seats an option. I have them in my MINI Cooper, and they are great, especially on chi

Mass Extinction (MM #4307)
January 06, 2023

Did you catch 60 Minutes last week? They did a fascinating story on mass extinction. Scientists claim that we have officially entered the sixth extinction period in our planet's lifecycle. The last