Monday, May 30, 2011, Memorial Day
Freedom Every Day
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Our Small Town
As a life-long resident of Weymouth, I’m fearful that my town is slowly becoming another victim of urban sprawl, where long time residents become displaced by those with no connection to their home’s history and people. Ten years ago, Weymouth officially made the transition from a town meeting form of government to a city, complete with a mayor and town council. The change was painful for us “townies” but at least we were able to keep the name “Town” of Weymouth as our formal identity. When you’re part of a small town, everyone is connected, or feels connected, to each other and to the much larger events that have shaped our country and the world.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Russ MacNeil's Corner
Not too many Americans remembered the United States Navy had a birthday this month. Our armed services, and the men and women who fight to preserve our freedom around the globe and at home are often taken for granted. As this birthday passes and the Marine Corps birthday and Veterans Day approaches, we should all stop to think about not only our military, but all our protectors; those who have put aside some or all of their lives so that others can be safe and free, whether in the military, law enforcement, firefighting or nursing.
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Thursday, October 21, 2010
The National Law Enforcement Memorial
"Each of us is merely a small instrument; all of us, after accomplishing our mission, will disappear."
— Mother Teresa (In the Heart of the World: Thoughts, Stories and Prayers)
On a recent visit to Washington D.C., while looking over a map of the multitude of memorials, museums and history there, I noticed a fairly new cenotaph located in Judiciary Square. It is called the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial and although I hadn’t initially planned on seeing it, I am glad I did. My satisfaction wasn’t just in seeing such a splendid monument, but for the spiritual experience I was surprised with as well. I have never been accused of being overly religious, but on this day I received a message from God.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Southfield- The Funny Place
I thought it was funny the other day when, while out for a walk, I noticed the padlocked gate leading into the old South Weymouth Air Base and the signs reading “no trespassing”.
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Monday, August 16, 2010
Rolling Thunder
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Saturday, August 14, 2010
Meeting Paula Jackson
When the time comes to say good bye to an old friend it’s only natural to reflect back on the snap shots of your life and pick out your favorites. One of the pictures, or videos in my mind that I returned to yesterday was the first time I actually met Paula Jackson because it made me smile on a day when many cried.
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Sunday, May 30, 2010
Memorial Day
We’re a forgetful bunch, we the free that is; those of us that escaped the cruelty of war. Oh sure, there are plenty of us that remember those that died for us. Some of us, especially those that war has touched personally, probably remember too much and try to forget, and can’t. Then there are those that are oblivious to what Memorial Day is all about. How many of us will raise a nice cold beverage to our lips this weekend and remember that others have died for us, and still do? How many of us will be too busy this weekend to clean up a fallen hero’s grave because we want our own slice of freedom to be manicured.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
When The Levee Breaks
If you’re old enough to remember listening to Led Zeppelin’s new song, “When The Levee Breaks”, then you might remember when the citizens of Massachusetts staged a tax revolt in the form of a petition that would restrict the revenues cities and towns could collect through a property tax levy. Up until that time local governing bodies of the Commonwealth could levy whatever tax they felt was necessary to raise revenues that would cover the cost of running their municipalities.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Trash Or Tomorrows
I'm posting this video. I hope the authors don't mind, whoever they are. Whether you agree or not with the message, the video is well done and puts into perspective the budget problems facing the Town Of Weymouth. Parents are understandably upset that it appears the school system will be taking the brunt of the fiscal beating the town will take in FY-2011.
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Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Weymouth's Budget Crisis
I know, I know, I've been slowing down on the blog. Hey, I'm busy with other stuff and that's a good thing, trust me. We have a full house again for the first time in a few months after another marathon drive to Washington D.C. and back to get my little princess and bring her home to cash strapped Weymouth.
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Thursday, April 22, 2010
Simple Math
At the beginning of this past fiscal year, FY 2010, as it is referred to at the Town Hall, Mayor Sue Kay was quick to point out that it was her second year of presenting a balanced budget. She was able to do this with the help of two very important events.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
High And Tight
Sunday, April 18, 2010
The Old White People's Party
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Merle's Birthday
Friday, April 2, 2010
Maybe It's Me
When I first moved into my home of twenty something years with my wife of twenty something years, I struck up a conversation with the guy that lived right behind us. It was a pleasant conversation about the neighbors and the neighborhood and couple of weeks later, my wife informed me that the man had had a heart attack and died. Not long after that, the guy that lived next door to us, after a brief conversation with me in his driveway one day, promptly passed away a few days later. At that point I took a look around at my neighbors and discovered that there was a shortage of males. The neighbors immediately surrounding my home were all widows.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Second Place
Congratulations should be extended to the United States Hockey Team that won the Silver Medal in the recent Olympic Games held in Vancouver, Canada. Unfortunately, as the Games fade further and further into history, eventually only historians and statisticians will remember their feat. It’s easy to remember those that come in first, while second and third place finishers are more quickly forgotten. Any marginal hockey fan could tell you who won the 1980 Olympic Hockey Gold Medal but would be hard pressed to tell you who got the Silver.
Click here to read more of this article that appeared in the Weymouth Historical Society Newsletter.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Connie Page
What can be said about Connie and Eddie. Great memories.
There will be a service for Connie at the Calvalry Baptist Church on Saturday, March 27 at 3:30 p.m.
Rest In Peace.
POSTED BY STAN on March 24, 2010
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010- Happy St. Patrick's Day
Níl aon tóin tinn mar do thóin tinn féin
Transparency
This article appeared in the Patriot Ledger on March 16 and was posted on line March 17.
Friday, March 12, 2010
Sunshine Week
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Don Kent
Famous Weymouth guy, Don Kent passed away recently. He lived for many years on the Fore River side of Great Hill overlooking Wessagusset. His brother, the former owner of Kent's Carpetland still lives in Weymouth as well as some of Don's children. He was the original weather-man, getting his start forecasting on the radio for free.
Patriot Ledger article on Don Kent.
POSTED BY STAN on March 6, 2010
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Thursday, February 25, 2010
Southfield- The Movie
Heading south on Route 18 in South Weymouth a sign on the left says “Southfield”.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Leo X
I flew back to Boston today, from sunny and 70 to rainy and 30, but that's nothing new to anybody from up here. I came across this article in the Weymouth News about our old friend Leo Crowley, Dave's Dad. Anyone who ever spent any time at the St. Jerome Church knows Leo. I'm guessing he's mid eighty's by now and still living next to Julia, and still playing golf from what I hear. The party will be April 9 at the Marriott in Quincy from 7 to midnight. I'm sure there will be lots of Weymouth people and lots of fun for a great guy. Hard to beleive Dave D is his son. Well, I guess he turned out okay too.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Fuck The Helmet
In case you Wahey Boys were wondering where Stanley is, I'm down in beautiful Florida taking in the sun, spring training and, oh yes, watching over the original Stanley Ramon
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FYI I gave a report on Sid at our last Lodge meeting. I told them that he'd be OK because he landed on his head first and you can't do any damage to a Marine by hitting him in the head. Say Good Nite Stan. Dinty
Posted by: Dinty Moore | February 23, 2010 10:38 PM
hey marine,the picture makes you look old, pull up those boot straps we leave for dc on may 27 semper fi kilty
Posted by: kilty | February 24, 2010 12:27 PM
I bet that's a Dunkin Donut Coffee he's got! I'm recommending to the US Marine Riders that we change his road name from Sid to Deerslayer!Posted by: Pete | February 24, 2010 05:00 PM
Old Dogs
Friday, February 12, 2010
Several Beers Ago
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Why My Friends Are Afraid Of Computers
Most of my Wahey friends have computers and use them for work and at home but when it comes to actually enjoying what the computer has to offer by participating in on line events and forums, they remain skeptical and afraid.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Yukon Quest- Slaven's Cabin
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Yukon Quest- Mile 101 Check point
Super Bowl Sunday 2010
Saints 37, Colts 14
Best commercial- Dorito's
Menu- Jambalaya- what else? Did I spell it right?
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POSTED BY STAN on February 7, 2010
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Thursday, January 28, 2010
Catcher In The Rye
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I don't think I ever read it is school (may or may not have been assigned). I didn't read it until I was 31 years old. I have read it a handful of times since then though!
Posted by: PG | January 29, 2010 01:02 PM
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Big D Has Left The Glacier
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Congratulations Scott Brown
Although I am a Democrat and have voted that way ever since I was old enough to vote, I do not vote based on the person but the issues. For me the issue of health care in this country is huge and way overdue for an overhaul.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Paula's Village Unites
That's me on the left with my buddy Jon Cazeault. I think we're waiting for cake. I'm not sure but it might be the first time we partied together.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Spain Politics
That's Spain, the family not the country, where politics is not unlike it is in Massachusetts.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
This And That
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Bye, Bye, Basta
I almost forgot. How could my year end review not include our little go around regarding the Basta Bar and the Barroom Heroes. My opposing view directed toward Weymouth's Licensing Officer was printed in the Ledger. And yes our dear Wahey Boy, Harry, chimed in on the side of Officer King. My how times have changed. It shows that all opinions are welcome here.
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Also, a few years back a Weymouth firefighter was arrested for kicking a patron with a "shod" foot outside the chinese restaurant. I agree with you that the Basta seemed to catch alot of grief from the town. There is nicely done over barroom near me that seems to get frequented by one of our at large councilors friends. They seem to be able to park overnight on the street all winter without any problem. Having the right "friends" matters.
Posted by: Linda M. MacDonald | January 3, 2010 02:29 PM
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Backwards And Forwards
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Keep up the good work, Stan. We Weymouth expatriots who have emigrated to places like Cape Cod salute your efforts.
Posted by: Paul Niles | January 3, 2010 10:03 PM