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Joe Must Go
Joe must go, President Biden no longer has the physical and mental ability to do the job as president. New democratic blood is needed.

Kevin Schwarm
Jul 2, 20244 min read


The State of the Union in June 2024 - Part II
(Part II) (Con't) I had an opportunity to spend a few hours with a friend at a café. He's independent-minded and tries to evaluate...

Kevin Schwarm
Jun 9, 20247 min read


Would I Miss the NBA on TNT?
It was reported recently that NBC had offered the National Basketball Association $2.5 billion to steal the rights from TNT. For the last...

Kevin Schwarm
May 20, 20245 min read


The Trump Interview (Satire)
I had a dream recently that I had the chance to interview Donald Trump on various topics concerning Americans. He was incredibly candid...

Kevin Schwarm
Mar 15, 20248 min read


Are These Examples of Conscious Capitalism? (Sarcasm)
EAT THIS, NOT THAT (Eat This, Not That: Health, Nutrition, Weight Loss & Recipes) About a month ago, I noticed an article on this website...

Kevin Schwarm
Feb 18, 20245 min read


A New Tipping Trend in the US?
In his article in the NY Times on 11/15/23, Peter Coy claims that changes in tipping technology and customs have shifted the balance of...

Kevin Schwarm
Nov 19, 20235 min read


A Serious Romance? - Taylor & Travis
Those who are into pop culture or follow the National Football League know Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are dating. Taylor, an icon amid...

Kevin Schwarm
Oct 28, 20234 min read


Costco 'World of Wow' Quiz
In the September issue of Costco Connection, there's an article about Costco continuing to expand to certain countries outside the United...

Kevin Schwarm
Oct 1, 20232 min read


Duo Lingo Language Program Review
A few years ago, I decided to learn the German language. I've wanted to do this for many years, but I only became quite serious about...

Kevin Schwarm
Aug 19, 20235 min read


Customer Service Anyone?
After interacting with employees at a grocery store, restaurant, online websites, and various medical providers, my takeaway is that...

Kevin Schwarm
Aug 3, 20235 min read


Is Joe Rogan Lacking Critical Thinking Skills Regarding the War in Ukraine?
Article in Fox News on 6/28/23: Joe Rogan praises Trump for 'perfect' answer declaring he would end Russia-Ukraine war as president. All...

Kevin Schwarm
Jul 3, 20236 min read


Coffee with Frank: Discussing the Independent Counsel & Donald Trump (Political Satire)
I ran into Frank at our local café, whom I hadn’t seen since pre-Covid. At the time, I knew he was a Republican and had voted for Donald...

Kevin Schwarm
Jun 21, 20237 min read


What is Nikki Haley up to?
Recently, Nikki Haley (Nimrata Nikki Randhawa), the former Governor of South Carolina, entered the race for the 2024 Republican...

Kevin Schwarm
Jun 10, 20235 min read


Is Grocery Service Dead?
Typically, when I'm in a grocery store, I engage in a laser-focus mentality -- pick up a handful of items, pay, and then move on. I often...

Kevin Schwarm
May 31, 20234 min read


Misused or Questionable Words?
It's a new year, and Lake Superior State University has released its annual list of words that deserve to be "banished" from our...

Kevin Schwarm
Jan 5, 20235 min read


Spirit Saver$ Club
I received a call on my cell at 8 a.m. Saturday morning. I was waking up and missed the call, so there's always voicemail if the caller...

Kevin Schwarm
Dec 21, 20224 min read


Marketing Ad Questions
I receive the Clipper Magazine with coupons and specials from local businesses every month or two. This includes restaurant deals,...

Kevin Schwarm
Dec 2, 20223 min read


Survey Blues at Mariano's Grocery Store
Before my purchases were scanned at Mariano's in Vernon Hills, I handed the check-out person about nine coupons to be applied to my bill....

Kevin Schwarm
Nov 22, 20223 min read


What's up with Bill? Part III (Political Satire)
It was time to mow my front yard, but first, I had to pick up loose sticks and other debris from my lawn. As I was doing this, my...

Kevin Schwarm
Sep 22, 20224 min read


What's up with Bill? Part II (Political Satire)
I was getting a fence installed in my yard a few weeks ago and as I supervised, Bill, a neighbor, walked by and wondered what I was...

Kevin Schwarm
Aug 24, 20225 min read
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