Author Archives: Marty Ryan

Order Up

In the Army, written formal orders from above can be good; they can be bad.  When you’re not expecting orders, they can be like getting a notice from the Internal Revenue Service, it will make your stomach feel uneasy.  Upon … Continue reading

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That First Job

Upon writing a blog about the Coronavirus in packing houses, not too many people are aware of my extensive background in the meat packing industry.  It’s not a career I would choose, but it was one I fell into.  My … Continue reading

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Easter Shoes

Last Saturday, Stephanie was going to the store and asked if I needed anything.  In my world, need and want are the same thing.  I decided against asking for another thirty-eight-ounce package of M&Ms.  But it was the day before … Continue reading

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Risky Business

After a few weeks of this hibernation practice propelled by the coronavirus pandemic, I decided to take some risks. Last week, I washed my hands a couple times for only nineteen seconds. I saw a crowd of nine people, so … Continue reading

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My Worst Friend

We all have our best friends, but have you ever had a “worst friend”.  I know it sounds like a paradox, but hear me out.  I believe most people have experienced a worst friend. When I was stationed in Fort … Continue reading

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Gloom and Doom

By now, everyone has experienced the disappearing toilet paper caper.  We made our monthly trip to COSTCO last week only to discover that the warehouse was void of any toilet paper and paper towels.  In its place was an employee … Continue reading

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