A crazy fun experiment. Maybe I can write fiction. The following story line is something I wrote over 2 years ago. Reading it now – I am surprised by my own creativity. I found it yesterday in my phone notes. In September 2013, a friend of mine and I decided to … Continue reading
Author Archives: Pat Pinto
Day One- Fatty Patty, Che, Camilo Cinenfuegos, & Cool Cars
On September 30th, I had the pleasure of starting my 8 day tour of Cuba. Here are some photos of my introducetion to Havana. I saw no military in my entire eight days. Che dominates the worship scene along with Camilo Cienfuegos- another hero of the Revolution. Surprisingly, the Castros … Continue reading
Cuba Today – Part I
My fellow boomers are likely to sympathize with me on this one. No I did not take the best of notes on my trip. I have a bad memory and it is now 3 months later. I need you to cut me a little slack. So I knew some of … Continue reading
Cuba Today – Part ll
Cuban Propaganda – I don’t think so. The Average Cuban person has few worries but also few opportunities to change their station in life. Socialism is tough but Cubans get free housing, free healthcare, and free education. Their biggest expense is food which is subsidized. Cuba has apparently some great … Continue reading
Audio Books
In my January 2015 post, I identify two Joseph Campbell audio books I listen to – all the time. Another audiobook I recently enjoyed listening to was The Power of Vulnerability: Teachings of Authenticity, Connection & Courage. Show up and let yourself be seen. “In our culture,” teaches Dr. Brené Brown, “we … Continue reading
Consciousness – What Is It?
Over the past two years, I would attribute my own level of consciousness raising to, more than anything or anyone else, finding Joseph Campbell. Joseph Campbell (March 26, 1904 – October 30, 1987) was an American mythologist, writer and lecturer, best known for his work in comparative mythology and comparative religion. … Continue reading
Do You Have a Bucket List?
Someone recently asked me if I had a bucket list. The thought of it was really unappealing to me. Did you know that the whole Bucket List idea is related to the phrase – ‘Kick the Bucket.’ To me it’s like planning “your retirement.” That time when you hit 65 … Continue reading
A 94 Year Old Dreamer – Post 2
Irv Senne is a 94 year old who has some really cool dreams and not only remembers them but has agreed to write about them and share them with us here at Boomer for Life. Each of the dreams he reports about will be presented in his own words – … Continue reading
A 94 Year Old Dreamer – Post 1
I am thrilled to announce that Boomer for Life has another guest blogger. Irv Senne is a 94 year old who has some really cool dreams and not only remembers them but has agreed to write about them and share them with us here at Boomer for Life. Each of … Continue reading
Palm Springs CA
I had some time-share points I had to use or lose by the end of September. So, I decided to checkout Palm Springs CA as a possible future option for escaping at least part of Maine winters. Wouldn’t you know it – while I was there last week – they … Continue reading