Author: astarthoraolcom
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Ten More Times
I have made the decision to return to writing daily. Why, you ask? Because I’m uncertain how much longer I have the luxury of doing so. At the ripe age of 73, while in admirable health and among the few septuagenarians who remain blissfully free of prescription medications, I find myself pondering the passage of…
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Life Lesson from a 72-Year-Old Retiree
I’m utterly exhausted from all this single-minded focus, driven by emotions rather than intellect! Honestly, don’t just nod along like a bobblehead or shake your head like a maraca merely because someone has a philosophy you deem the bee’s knees. On the flip side, don’t spiral into utter outrage every time someone you usually disagree…
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Missing My Loyal Companion: A Tribute to Prince
Words fall short of capturing his true essence. If only the strength of love could have anchored him here, but now he’s gone. He was never merely an animal to me; he was a steadfast companion whose very presence became a lifeline I perhaps leaned on too heavily. Day and night, he stood loyally by…
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Ben Johnson: The NFL’s Rising Coaching Star
The topic at hand is the NFL coaching carousel, and in particular, the new Bear’s head coach Ben Johnson. As always, I take the opinions of football pundits with a grain of salt. They are often proven wrong by their own predictions, which can be dizzying to keep up with. But why are they so…
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Insights on Championship Bets: NFL Trends and Predictions
The dust has settled, and if you followed my advice on championship bets, you’re probably swimming in cash right now. The Eagles’ dominant display on the field was no surprise to those who have been following this blog, but for the hapless Commanders, it was a rude awakening. They were ill-prepared for the relentless attacks…
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TikTok: The Illusion of Importance
The thought of losing Tik Tok “does not” send a shiver down my spine, knowing that the nonsensical users who may have to adapt to different platforms will brand me as an ignorant fool. You see, I am not blind to the impact of technology and its constant evolution. I know that TikTok stands in…
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Fortune Cookie Mornings
Twenty years ago I left the rat race of the corporate world behind, I found myself able to indulge in luxuries that were once out of reach during my youth. Cars, family trips, homes and racehorses took up much of my time but before I retired I also had the simple luxury of having the…
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Exploring the Hidden World of Understanding Variation
There is a world beyond the grasp of many, a hidden realm that remains elusive to most. A secret realm, a parallel universe of infinite knowledge that remains shrouded in mystery, forever out of reach for 95% of the population. A world filled with hidden wonders and unimaginable truths, forever elusive and unattainable to all…
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The Hidden Costs of Sports Betting: Unraveling the Vig
In previous blog articles, I have emphasized that everyone, in one way or another, is a gambler. Whether they realize it or not, life is full of risks and chances. It is crucial for individuals to grasp the rules of the game they are playing, as recent messages from readers have reminded me. One significant…
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Understanding the 20% Track Take in Horse Racing
Horse racing is a game of numbers, where every dollar bet at the racetrack only returns about 80 cents to winning bettors. This $20 difference, known as the track take, has contributed to the decline in consumer interest over the years. In comparison to other forms of gambling, a 20% take is considered too high.…
Old Man Pondering 