Monmouth County
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“Jaws” Turns Fifty
It may sound strange, but one of my favorite movies is Jaws. Even though I was only five the year it came out, when I was old enough to see it, well, that movie gave me a healthy respect for nature’s creatures. It is also one of the few movies that I can honestly say… Continue reading
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Winter Events in New Jersey
If you know me, you know how much I truly detest winter. The cold. The wind. The snow. All of it. It is this time of year I wish we could move New Jersey further south. However, just because it is cold out doesn’t mean there is nothing to do. Yes, I admit, I spend… Continue reading
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Happy 236 New Jersey!
Today is an important day in American history. In 1787, New Jersey ratified the U.S. Constitution and became the third state, following Delaware and Pennsylvania. “Now be it known, that we, the delegates of the state of New Jersey, chosen by the people thereof, for the purpose aforesaid, having maturely deliberated on and considered the… Continue reading
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It’s About Our History and Heritage
If you are a regular reader of my blog, you know I am a proud New Jerseyan. Despite all the craziness that is the Garden State, there is no where else I would rather live. This week, however, I heard two news stories that made me truly sad. The potential demolition of two historic locations… Continue reading
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Happy New Jersey Day!
I am excited to (hopefully) be the first person of your day to wish you a Happy New Jersey Day! Now for me, every day is New Jersey Day, but this is one of the two days out of the year we all need to stop and pay homage to our great state. In case… Continue reading
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The True Story Behind Jaws
Today begins the much anticipated Shark Week on Discovery. I’ve always been fascinated by marine wildlife. Fascination, along with a healthy dose of respect. That respect first came from the movie Jaws; one of my favorite all-time movies. What many do not know is Peter Benchley’s inspiration for the book upon which the movie is… Continue reading
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New Jersey: The Cradle of Independence
When many think about Independence Day, they often think of places like Boston or Philadelphia. The truth is, New Jersey played an incredibly important role in the birth of our nation. There are plenty of great events throughout the long weekend of celebrate the holiday! Here are some of events that are taking place over… Continue reading
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Jersey Represent at the Olympics
As the Olympics in Beijing comes to a close, it is important to take a moment and say “thank you” to the athletes for bringing their best to the games. New Jersey sent over 30 athletes to the Olympics. Here are just a few of our great athletes. Hakeem Abdul-Saboor – Bobsled Growing up in… Continue reading
This Is My New Jersey 