New Jersey
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In Memory of Sheriff Richard Berdnik
Stop what you are doing. If you aren’t driving, close your eyes, and take a deep breath. Take another deep breath. Pause. Today, Sheriff Richard Berdnik, a decorated and highly respected officer, took his own life. It is a tremendous loss to his family, his fellow officers, and his community. The Clifton Police Department has… Continue reading
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Martin Luther King, Jr. and his Connection to Camden
“I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. When many think of Martin Luther King, Jr., they often think of his childhood in… Continue reading
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12/26/1776: A Bad Day for the Hessians
As I have said over and over again, we New Jerseyans are made of tough stock. People from other states just don’t get where that “Jersey attitude” originated. Many feel it comes from our immigrant roots and their willingness to go it alone and persevere. Well, that is part of it, however, it really goes… 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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My 2023 New Jersey Christmas List
I may be a little late getting my list to Santa this year, but I hope he knows all that has been going on lately and he’ll cut me some slack. I think I’ve been a pretty good girl this year, so hopefully I’m on the fat man’s nice list. Especially when he doesn’t need… 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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Remembering September 10th
Every year I am compelled to write about the attack over two decades ago. I have shared my memories of 9/11, the subsequent days after the attack, and visiting the site. This year, however, I want to share some thoughts about September 10th. On Monday, September 10, 2001, people were going about their normal kickoff… Continue reading
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It’s Marching Band Season!
As much as I hate to see summer come to a close, it does mean one of my favorite seasons is right around the corner. No, not all that pumpkin spice nonsense. It’s marching band season! If someone asked me one of most memorable times growing up, my time in marching band would probably be… Continue reading
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