Author Archives: musingmirror

About musingmirror

A writer of many genres, always in search of creative inspiration.

Give Me Back My Sugar!

Posted on February 1, 2020 by musingmirror

Slowly but surely over the last few years, fizzy drink (aka soda or soft drink) companies in Ireland and elsewhere have been ruining their beverages.  First it was Sprite (that I noticed, anyway) and it has made the cycle through … Continue reading →

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Taxing Obesity

Posted on October 20, 2013 by musingmirror

The Institute of Public Health is proposing that the Irish government implement a tax on soda and other sugary drinks to help combat obesity.  Attempts in New York to ban large soft drinks failed because it attacked only one segment … Continue reading →

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Disconnect Me

Posted on March 29, 2013 by musingmirror

We seem to want to be more connected these days, but not in a good way.  We use media such as Facebook, Twitter, Cell Phones and Texting; instead of gatherings and face to face conversation.  Too many people would be … Continue reading →

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Government by/for “Average” People

Posted on November 30, 2012 by musingmirror

The United States (US) presidential election has been put to rest for another few years.  With the obscene amount of money that is spent on elections and a candidate who made more money in one year than most people can … Continue reading →

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Olympics 2012

Posted on September 3, 2012 by musingmirror

For many people around the world, the Olympics were over a few weeks ago, but this year I found myself just as interested in the Paralympics.   For those who may not be familiar, the Paralympics are for those with physical … Continue reading →

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Politically Correct, Emotionally Bereft

Posted on June 10, 2012 by musingmirror

There’s a term that is used frequently in Ireland and the United Kingdom (UK), though more sparingly in the United States (US) to define what was once girl-/boy-friend, soul mate, significant other, live-in, sweetheart, and when in doubt, spouse as … Continue reading →

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Ten Things

Posted on April 14, 2012 by musingmirror

In this day and age of budget cuts, unemployment, housing crises, and health care issues, it’s easy to become discouraged.  Even if you normally think the glass is half full, the more you see and hear, the more it tilts … Continue reading →

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Let Them Eat Cake

Posted on March 7, 2012 by musingmirror

Nutrition guides change as frequently as Irish weather.   Eggs are bad for you one month, then good for you the next.  Chocolate, coffee, and even assorted fruits and vegetables have been victims of this see-saw guidance. A number of years … Continue reading →

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One More Day

Posted on February 24, 2012 by musingmirror

Few people these days can claim they have too much time on their hands. For most of us, there never seems to be enough hours in a day. We find ourselves bemoaning, ‘If I only had an extra hour…’ or … Continue reading →

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Air Travel 101 – Refreshments

Posted on December 21, 2011 by musingmirror

Going well back in time to the 1960’s and 1970’s air travel was almost all first class.  According to my mother, people actually dressed up to get on the plane and were provided with menus from which to choose their … Continue reading →

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