Monthly Archives: October 2026

Another Whitley Strieber Book, Reissued and Updated

Posted on October 31, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Majestic (2026) I know it’s going over old territory, the Roswell Incident. I read the original book in 1989. Yesterday I purchased the Kindle version for $2.99. That’s a bargain in anyone’s language. I started reading it immediately. Whitley was … Continue reading →

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Has It Really Been Three Years Since His Death?

Posted on October 30, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Matthew Perry (August 19, 1969 – October 28, 2023) Time is slipping by so quickly. Cash Peters looked at his transition today, so I’m going to start with that: (Isn’t it interesting that Justin Trudeau had an earlier connection with … Continue reading →

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It’s Been a Busy Week, Topped Off with a…

Posted on October 29, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Bone Scan This is the final test of three, ostensibly to see if there is any cancer in my bones, in any part of my body. The experience is unsettling, to be sure. I got my injection at 10:30 am, … Continue reading →

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It’s Not Called “Canada’s Garage” for Nothing

Posted on October 28, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Canadian Tire I’ve been busy for the last two days. I bought tires online on the weekend and then scheduled having them put on rims on Tuesday. I got the oil changed, all filters and a general checkup. It’s the … Continue reading →

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The Hunter’s Moon

Posted on October 27, 2026 by cdsmiller17

October 26, 2026

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Sometimes It Only Takes a Short Clip to Break a Heart

Posted on October 26, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Must Love Dogs (2026) This is a series being repeated on CBC @ 9:00 pm Sunday nights. Essentially this is about a couple who rescue dogs from unhealthy and/or dangerous situations. As a dog owner I can see how useful … Continue reading →

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Sometimes the Truth is Stranger than Fiction

Posted on October 25, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Harlan Coben’s Final Twist I’m a fan of Harlan Coben’s books and their Netflix adaptations, even when they’re in a foreign language with English subtitles. This new TV show demonstrates the adage that’s quoted in the title of this post. … Continue reading →

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What Happens when People Try to Organize Themselves

Posted on October 23, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Lord of the Flies (2026) This book came out in 1954. It was meant to be a retrospective of a WWII idea: kids surviving an airplane crash on a deserted island in the middle of nowhere. Now the BBC has … Continue reading →

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Another Direct Clue from Andrew Brewer on Facebook

Posted on October 22, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Jennifer Lawrence (August 15, 1990) and Lucille Ball (1911 – 1989) There is a certain irony in the fact that the funniest comedienne of the past would take just over a year to return as a more serious actress. But, … Continue reading →

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The Sharpshooter from Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show

Posted on October 21, 2026 by cdsmiller17

Annie Oakley (August 13, 1860 – November 3, 1926) Call it Kismet, call it an accident, just don’t call me late for dinner. After posting, yesterday, about Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau, I watched a PBS special about Annie Oakley. … Continue reading →

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