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Join me as I explore the intersection of business, sports, and everyday life. Here, I share my personal takes, professional insights, and everything in between.

  • The change of 50’s

    I am not sure about many but for me turning 50 and getting real close to 51 has brought changes and these changes I have found to be quite beneficial. I realize that I have less time than more time on this earth 🌍. I also have found peace, comfort and relaxation. The peace comes…

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  • The highs and lows of being a cat owner!!!

    I have never really been a dog guy, the furry kitty has always been my animal let of choice. I personally like how after a long day in the professions that I am in, how they can just lay in your lap and bring peace. I have two “Remi” & “Leo” and let me tell…

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  • College Basketball is now over and my bracket was trash!!!

    As long as I have been able to walk I have loved sports, watching them, playing them and even at times putting some money on them for fun in my younger days. What a year this was and one of the best in many years. However, I completely SUCK at picking games!!!! Every year I…

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  • 2026 Final Four Hoops

    If you love basketball like I do then this weekends ballgames were AWESOME!!! Down to the Final Four now and my bracket is TRASH as I only got 1 of 4 Final Four teams correct. I had Arkansas, Iowa State, Duke and the only one right is Illinois. This is a sign for me that…

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    Illustration of an orange basketball with black lines
    A classic orange basketball ready for the game. Perfect symbol of teamwork and competition.
  • The Blessing Sun

    I love March, I love the spring and summer and all that comes with the months that follow. The warmth, sun water and the peace that it brings !!! We have limited time in this earth 🌍 so when the sun is out = get out. Sit in the sun and soak in the benefits…

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  • Love, Kindness and Social Media….

    As a person in their 50’s man what a change I have been able to witness over the years. There is so much less love in the world, the kindness that we used to have a teach each other. I believe and contribute this to social media. Back in the day if you had an…

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  • Credit Card Misery….

    At the ripe age of 50 I have had my fair share of loans, credit cards etc and I have always been aware of the importance of credit score. However, I want an apology from someone that makes these rules of make your payments on time, work hard and pay your bills!!!!! Let me explain…

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  • War

    Many of us woke up this morning to the news that the USA has begun military actions against IRAN. I think it is important that we all take a minute to think before we post on social media. Social media is very powerful tool that can be used for so much good but also bad.…

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  • Hidden food gem and you can thank me later!!

    Listen, I like food and I have always liked food since the day the doc slapped my backside to make sure that I was alive. Just ask my momma :) as the poor lady had to have multiple jobs just to feed me. I love going to places to eat, see the menu and try…

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  • The Importance of positivity!!

    Listen we all have bad days, we have days where we just look out a window and just “I AM TIRED, FRUSTRATED AND I JUST WANT TO QUIT” Trust me in my 50 years of living I have been there more than once. Life struggles, business struggles or just not wanting get up and deal.…

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  • You Can, You Will….

    Life man, it can beat you down and make you want to just quit. It sucks and it is always something that has to happen to discourage you from wanting to stop chasing. I have been there, you have been there and it will always be a factor in life. It is however 1000% up…

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  • Snow!

    Over the last few days this small community that I live in has been BUZZING!!! So many people going to the store to get prepared for a massive snow storm that we come into the area later this evening. I myself are so thankful fore the area that I personally live in. The vendors and…

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  • What a season for the beloved Chicago Bears 🐻

    Well the football season has come to an end for this Bears fan in a heartbreak 💔 of a loss last night to the LA Rams 20-17. From the first game of the season until the bitter in I was locked in on every play with a range of emotions from the highs to the…

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  • Chicago Bears need your help!!!

    I come to you and ask for some help :) If you happen to be a football fan and your favorite team has been eliminated??? I ask you to jump on the Chicago Bears bandwagon :) I have been a massive fan from my very young years and have seen some good times and some…

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  • Supreme Court & Women’s Sports!

    I spent my morning listening to the Oral Arguments before the highest court in the land this morning on the matter of women’s sports. I listened in great detail to both sides with open ears to try and understand how we even got here in history. Let me clear, I am a firm believer that…

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  • What a day for this sports fan!!!

    I have been a Chicago Sports fan my entire life from the Bulls, Bears, Blackhawks and most of all my beloved Cubs baseball team. What a ride of emotions it has been over the years since birth onto this earth. It all started with the Cubs back in 1981 when at the age of 6…

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  • How about we grow up America

    I have debated posting this not b/c of fear or backlash but only because I dislike drama so much I try not to invite it. However, after todays events in Minnesota I just had to… GROW UP AMERICA!!! Law Enforcement has it flaws just like any other profession in the world. They do a job…

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  • Monday Monday Monday

    IT HAS RETURNED!!!! Tomorrow will be January 5th and a Monday and I sure hope that all had a great break if you were able to get one. Tomorrow will officially kick off the year 2026 as we all return to work etc. I myself didn’t get any days off based on my profession but…

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  • Happy New Year!!

    As we bring 2025 to a close take the time to reflect on the things that made you happy. In 2026 capitalize on those but also remember the things and people that brought you stress and sorrow!! Look at it like this, if you have a leaking toilet that run up your water bill every…

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  • Never Give Up

    Over the years of your life you will hear this old saying “Never Give Up” and let me be another one to remind you to NEVER GIVE UP!!! There is always tomorrow, there is always hope, there is always another chance. Life is hard and full of challenges and disappointments. Life at times just makes…

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  • Christmas Weather

    Let me be the first to admit that I love ❤️ warm and hot weather!!! The more humid the better as I have always believed that it is easier to cool down than to warm up. HOWEVER >>>> +60 degrees during the Christmas 🎅 time of the year is just WRONG 😑 It should be…

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  • Kitty Kitty

    If you have a warm and loving home and you would like to share that???? Please consider visiting your local Animal Shelter and adopting a pet. I myself a cat lover enjoy so much of them everyday. Always ready for a pet and some lap time when I get home, the naps on the chest…

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  • Make The Change!!!

    Good evening everyone and may I say that I hope that all of you have had a great day and your evening is awesome! I would like for you if you read this to think about that CHANGE you want to make (if you do). I can tell you that your body will never lie…

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  • Forgive Me :)

    I just need to say that I am sorry to anyone that might read this! I drive many miles daily with my jobs and I say things in my head and sometimes out loud that are shameful. Really, what is up with the world and people not being able to drive anymore???? Is it phones,…

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  • Chicago Cubs Baseball

    I have been a fan of the Chicago Cubs my entire life! This gift I can credit to my Grandparents who were Cubs fans as well, the memories of watching the Cubs on WGN with Harry Carey and Steve Stone calling the games. I can also remember the struggle year after year with getting close…

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  • Patience & Peace

    Listen let me another person to tell you when you hit 50 years old all you want is peace!!!! If you want that you are going to need to learn the fine art of PATIENCE :) Day after day I find myself just counting to 10 or deep breaths having to deal with the world…

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  • Social Media & Business

    In the year 2025 if you own a business you need to learn how to use social media. Everyone has a phone in their hand and this is how they shop, socialize and look up information. This is not something that you do not already know but I wanted to post this as a solid…

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  • December Judicial Court Information

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  • Politics Are Disgusting!!

    Listen I personally do not care if you have an R or D next to your name as a politician… I have ZERO trust or care for anyone in Washington. Sure, there must be a few good ones BUT how the hell do so many go in with very little and come out FILTHY RICH????…

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  • Hate

    I hate COLD weather, I have NEVER EVER liked COLD WEATHER!!! I personally see no benefits from it at all. I know that so many people love it but I cannot not think of one postive thing it brings truly. People that work outside maybe if it is not too cold. Hunting season could be…

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  • 44 year old QB

    Thats right if you did not know the Indy Colts NFL team is calling up 44 year old Philip Rivers to help with their QB issues. At this rate of NFL QB’s getting hurt maybe Jim McMahon will get another chance to play another down. I watch a lot of football as well as many…

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  • Arkansas Razorbacks Football

    I have been a Razorback fan almost all of my life from the good ole days and somehow have manage to get through it with some sanity left. Do you remember the good days of Petrino before he made a huge life mistake??? We were so good and competed every week. Fayetteville was buzzing!!! Personally…

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  • Not Enough Time???

    Is it just me or does it seem like there’s just not enough time in a day? It always seems like the moment we get up to start the day all we do is run, run, run, and run some more tackling objects and things that come up throughout the day, but this does not…

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  • My First Post: Just What’s On My Mind

    Hey, I’m Jeremy Rowland, and this is my first blog post. I’m not here to act like I’ve got everything figured out. I just wanted a place where I can talk about life, sports, and whatever’s on my mind without overthinking it. What I’ll Be Talking About This blog is going to be a mix of…

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