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We had a great time in Florida even though for the first two days I had major sinus attacks. Where does all of the phlegm and congestion come from? The last few days were gloomy and rainy. There was even a roof at a Bed Bath & Beyond store in St. Petersburg that collapsed because of heavy rains. We drove down to Bradenton on one of the days to visit a couple who attend our church and on our way down we were passing an 18 wheeler. I happened to be driving and as I was passing the truck, one of the truck's tires blew. Thankfully, it was one of the rear tires and I was already far enough ahead to avoid getting hit with any tire pieces but it was loud and a little startling.

Al (Grandpa Munster) Lewis has died at the age of 82. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Lewis was actually born Albert Meister and ran for governor of NY as a candidate of the Green Party.

And the couples just keep separating. Sheryl Crow and Lance Armstrong have announced their separation after announcing their engagement five months ago. Another couple who have split after nearly 14 years of marriage is Rob Estes and Josie Bissett. Estes has been on a number of tv shows, most notably the tv show Silk Stalkings, but also played opposite Bissett on Melrose Place. Bissett played Jane Mancini on the show. And after 11 years of marriage, Richie Sambora and Heather Locklear are divorcing. There must be something in the water; don't drink it.

No, I won't be watching the Super Bowl tonight. I can think of very few things that would be more boring. But if you are watching tonight; enjoy and may the best team win.

paul