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SAM

Friday, June 8th, 2012

Sam’s replacement in the foxhole at Omaha Beach swallowed a shrapnel sandwich. Years of shenanigans followed.

Sam married a model. Elsewhere, they were manufacturing better ones.

Her Dreamcatcher hung from the rearview mirror of Sam’s Mustang long after she deserted him.

At the VA Hospital, Sam became paralyzed while snowflakes that glittered like crystals dissipated outside.

Sam lent the Mustang to an acquaintance who … Continue reading »

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PLANET OF THE APES EASTER MARATHON

Friday, April 10th, 2009

With the holiday upon us, I thought it would be a perfect time to share how I often spend this weekend.  Nothing says Easter like a “Planet of the Apes” marathon.  There is, of course, the original 1968 film, followed by 4 sequels: “Beneath the … Continue reading »

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“Scared Straight” (or “How I Got My Driver’s License”)

Saturday, February 14th, 2009

I saw “The Wrestler” a few weeks ago and really enjoyed it. I hadn’t realized that a lot of it was filmed in New Jersey. I recognized the Asbury boardwalk during the scene where The Ram is walking with his daughter. In another scene, they mention that the characters are in the town of Rahway.

If you grew up in the … Continue reading »

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