Monthly Archives: June 2009

My obligatory Michael Jackson piece…

Posted on June 27, 2009 by SamuraiMarine

Yes… it is sad that Michael Jackson died.  Yes… he was a legend in the music industry.  Yes… the image that he held (please note the past tense) will be missed. The fact is that the Michael Jackson that died … Continue reading →

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The Metric System – Isn’t it about time?

Posted on June 23, 2009 by SamuraiMarine

This debate has been going on for a long time, but when most of the world is using the metric system, why are we one of the last hold-outs? When you look at the world, especially from a scientific point … Continue reading →

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What to expect from July

Posted on June 22, 2009 by SamuraiMarine

In July I will be trying something new.  I will be writing eight articles that feature a different band or performer.  I have decided to write about people that many of you who might read this would probably not be … Continue reading →

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Is America watching?

Posted on June 17, 2009 by SamuraiMarine

There is no denying that the elections in Iran and the controversy surrounding them have the attention of the world focused on that country.  We may be witnessing a monumental moment in the development of the middle east, depending on … Continue reading →

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Flowers for Men…

Posted on June 9, 2009 by SamuraiMarine

It has been many years, but I once received flowers at work from my wife. To say it was an unusual experience is an understatement.  But to say that it was not welcomed, is untrue. Typically men will send flowers … Continue reading →

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Who is to blame???

Posted on June 5, 2009 by SamuraiMarine

No matter who you listen to or what you read, it is painfully obvious that the nation and the state of California are experiencing financial difficulties.  There does not seem to be any disparity between the various news agencies about … Continue reading →

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ABBA – Memories of the past

Posted on June 3, 2009 by SamuraiMarine

I was born in 1968… so by most counts, many would not consider me to have experienced the 1970′s.  I will grant you that, yes, I was not old enough to participate in the 70′s in the manner many people … Continue reading →

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More annoyances…

Posted on June 2, 2009 by SamuraiMarine

There are a great many things in life that annoy me to no end.   The list is, in fact, to long for me to place here without losing you, my loyal readers, before I get to my point. Last night … Continue reading →

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