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OCCURRED IN 1971

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History may not always repeat but it rhymes. It's a good line no matter who originated it. Essentially it suggests that events may not occur again in exactly the same way but there often are enough similarities to make it seem like a spot of deja vu.

RASPBERRY PARK

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When my daughters were little girls we traveled to Asbury Park beach, which is the same place I frequently visited as a teenager. We collectively renamed it to Raspberry Park. We also went to Wildwood and Cape May, I hope to take my grandkids there someday.

YES SI MON

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Say YaY for Monterey 😍 The iconic event was full of notable performances by Canned Heat, Laura Nyro, Jefferson Airplane, Booker T. & the M.G.’s, and the Grateful Dead. Monterey’s multi-genre bill offered the best of what the 1960s had to offer: sentimental folk, experimental psychedelia, and straightforward rock ‘n’ roll. In addition to the music, the festival’s social attitude, artistic style, and general “vibe” helped define the ethos of the Summer of Love. West Coast was a musical mecca, and the Monterey Pop Festival was the world’s journey to this central point.

Roughly 200,000 people attended the Monterey International Pop Festival. Compared to Woodstock’s approximately 400,000, the 1967 festival seemed somewhat small. But at the time, it was one of the largest and most significant musical events the U.S. had ever seen. Fortunately for many of the artists involved, this impressive accolade meant that their inclusion on the lineup caused their careers to skyrocket practically overnight.

THE SPAN OF LIFE

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The Span Of Life
The old dog barks backwards without getting up.
I can remember when he was a pup.

This poem portrays the fleeting nature of time and the progression of life. The elderly dog's backward barks symbolize his lived experiences and the past receding into memory.

The author observes the dog's present condition, contrasting it with his youthful vigor. This juxtaposition evokes a sense of nostalgia and reflection on the passing of time.

The poem stands out from Frost's other works, which often delve into complex themes of nature, isolation, and mortality. However, it shares his characteristic minimalist style and use of everyday imagery to explore profound truths.

In the context of its time period, the poem reflects the growing awareness of the transience of life during the early 20th century. The First World War had left a significant impact, instilling a sense of loss and uncertainty.

Through its simple yet evocative language, "The Span of Life" captures the universal experience of witnessing the passage of time and the wistful longing for the past.

DAD DAY

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How words, phrases, and sentences convey meaning and how that meaning is interpreted. Examples include understanding the difference between "pail" and "bucket", or the different meanings of the word "bank" depending on context

GIVE A DAMN

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From the 14th to the 16th century, the term wasn't used profanely. Over time, the English phrase “I don't give a damn” came to mean “I don't care.” The term itself can be used positively; however, most of the time, it is used negatively. The word “damn” is primarily used as a verb and not a noun.

FATHERS DAY DREAM

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Sometimes I text and call with no response may feel like I am abandoned. It is because they have children, jobs with constant travelers and their lives at home that keep them very busy. Then, I burst out with family pride and It makes me proud to read notes from my youngest Olivia’s teacher praising her laurels. It is truly fascinating. A chip off the old block?

AI BOTS

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Artificial intelligence is the capability of computational systems to perform tasks typically associated with human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and decision-making. It is a field of research in computer science that develops and studies methods and software that enable machines to perceive their environment and use learning and intelligence to take actions that maximize their chances of achieving defined goals

PUERTO RICO PARADE

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PUERTO RICO PARADE THIS SUNDAY LIVE ON WABC TV