The Mason Minute

The Mason Minute


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Purple (MM #4217)
October 08, 2022

The color purple has been in the news for the last couple of weeks. No, we're not talking about the award-winning movie. And this has nothing to do with Prince. Purple is the newest color from M&M'

Early Dinner (MM #4216)
October 07, 2022

If you enjoy an early dinner, people likely tease you and call you a senior citizen. But researchers now say that the old-timers are doing things the right way. To promote a healthy weight, we shoul

Need A Flu Shot (MM #4215)
October 06, 2022

Cold and flu season are on their way. And, of course, medical professionals are worried about a new strain of COVID-19. Naturally, they say you need a flu shot. But most Americans won't get one. B

Being Unhappy (MM #4214)
October 05, 2022

As we age, many people try anything they can to look younger. Getting lots of sleep and avoiding alcohol can help. Most have thought that cigarette smoking can age you. And while that's true, resea

Last Chance (MM #4213)
October 04, 2022

Many of my favorite rock stars from my youth are either gone or winding down their career. Elton John was in Nashville over the weekend, giving fans one last chance to see him live before he retires

Studying Viruses (MM #4212)
October 03, 2022

Since the pandemic began in early 2020, scientists have been studying viruses more. And they're not just focused on the Coronavirus. Experts have been trying to figure out how different viruses act.

Beans (MM #4211)
October 02, 2022

My wife is away this weekend, so I thought about making a big pot of chili. You wouldn't think a simple meal like chili would be controversial, but it is. And the hardest decision is whether to make

No Power (MM #4210)
October 01, 2022

My parents are hanging tough down in Florida after Hurricane Ian. They still have no power, but that's the least of their concerns. Today is their 62nd wedding anniversary, and instead of going out to

Boxes (MM #4209)
September 30, 2022

I've had cats for many years. But it wasn't until we adopted our current cat Bizzie that I learned how much cats love cardboard boxes. Most of our cats would hop in a box for a few minutes, but thei

Hunkering Down (MM #4208)
September 29, 2022

As I mentioned the other day, my parents decided they were hunkering down to ride out the storm in Florida. So far, Hurricane Ian hasn't been very kind. Many friends have reached out to check on my