Category Archives: General

Observations

Posted on May 12, 2020 by Marty Ryan

Are you the type of person who writes little notes to yourself so that you can write a letter, a blog, or an article later?  I want to say that I’m that person, but I’m not.  It’s not from a … Continue reading →

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Order Up

Posted on May 3, 2020 by Marty Ryan

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

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Marty Ryan

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

Posted on April 14, 2020 by Marty Ryan

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

Posted on April 1, 2020 by Marty Ryan

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

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Marty Ryan

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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