Rich Monetti
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Confessions of a JFK Conspiracy Addict
Photo by Gage Skidmore I love a good conspiracy, and YouTube is littered with documentaries that would make Oliver Stone weep. I should know, I swallowed up the 1991 Oscar nominated film like an apostle to scripture. But while my proclivities to be initially peaked hasn’t been diminished, I’ve become more discerning. Case Closed by Gerald Posner took care of the rest of my irrational leanings, and closed the book on JFK by simply presenting the known facts.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Geeks
Part II : Kirk Versus Spock—The Captain of the Enterprise Always Wins the Episode
Photo by Gage Skidmore One of the things that has made Star Trek endure is the duking it out that takes place between Kirk and Spock at the end. The successful formula always had the two giants trying to gain the upper hand in the interpretation of events. So in case you hadn't noticed, the winner usually lands Kirk in the win column, while Spock can't figure out why he's left licking his wounds.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Futurism
Are You Sure That Your Ancestors Came Here Legally and That Today's Immigrants Just Want a Handout
Photo by Celso FLORES Immigration, a subject that gets everyone’s ire up. I am among them. For me, it’s the generalizations that infuriate me, and unfortunately, my fellow Italians do their fare share. So let’s begin.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in The Swamp
The Yardbirds Still Blasting Their Classic Rock Guitars
Photo by ultomatt Any mention of the Yardbirds almost immediately turns the conversation to the band’s three trailblazing classic rock guitarists – Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page. Often lost in those five decades’ old riffs, the founder and composer of all those songs must feel somewhat slighted in the way he’s so effortlessly written off the pages of oral history.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Beat
Hate the Red Sox? This Yankee Fan Doesn’t Understand
Photo by Jennifer Boyer I began watching baseball in 1973 and simply followed my lineage in adopting the Yankees as my team at the age of nine. Flirting with first place briefly that year, three Bobby Murcer home runs deposited not far from where I was seated was the extent of it. However, I didn’t take kindly to the Baltimore Orioles taking the division that year. 1974 officially introduced me to the Yankees-Red Sox, and I was on the hate train with everyone else. But down the road, I have never been able to understand the disdain Yankee fans have for their rival to the north.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Unbalanced
Part III: Best Second Tier Episodes of 'Star Trek: The Next Generation'
Photo by Cristiano Betta Do you remember when we thought Klingons were completely soulless warmongers who loved to kill and oppress. Many of us even had reservations about allowing one to serve as an officer on the Enterprise. But you never really know a man until you walk in his shoes, and Gene Roddenberry reminded us of that when he placed Mr. Worf on the bridge.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Futurism
Part II: Snippets of Somers Teachers
A few more snipets of our Somers Teachers Mr. Bickel I think my brother had Mr. Bickel, but the luck of the draw did not do me the honors in 7th grade. I set out to get to know him nonetheless, and once again, no string of memories to draw upon. There’s just the strong impression of his sense of humor, and an appearance that was not as athletically sleek as a Mr Pellegrino or Mr. Burke. But my main memory from that time comes from the field of play.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Education
Americans Need to Stop Saying Thank You for Your Service
Photo by Billie Grace Ward I’ve met, and more importantly, interviewed quite a few soldiers and veterans in my career. As such, I’ve never said, “thank you for your service.” Oh my, I must be some kind of serious asshole. I’m not, I just can’t bring myself to say it, because as I will explain, the words don’t ring true. Of course, I do feel awful for the omission. But do I have a better idea, and even if I lag behind in my own recommendation, I have arrived at a send off that has me grateful for being able to say it with true sincerity
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Serve
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Can Put Lymphedema at Bay for Breast Cancer Patients
Photo by Kirsty Topping Breast cancer obviously emanates fear from the core of any women who’s been diagnosed. But once acceptance allows the patient to gear up and fight the disease, they must pick themselves up again and face down the most troublesome side effects of treatment. The removal of two or three of the lymph nodes under arms and radiation damage of other nearby nodes can bring on a condition known as Lymphedema. The arms, hands, breasts, or torso may swell and cause pain and limit range of motion. But a treatment is available, and the main component involves a process known as Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD).
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Longevity
Limelight Shines as Rush Tribute Band
Photo by Dejan Krsmanovic If you happen to stumble across the website for the local band, Limelight, and select a track, you'll have a pretty difficult time distinguishing the Rush Tribute band from the actual thing. 35 year career musician and lead guitar, Eric Strom can speak for the band as to why they've chosen this outlet for their musical talents. "We were all inspired as young musicians by the band and their music and they influenced our own careers," he revealed.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Beat
Part II: Mamaroneck High School Athletes to Remember
Photo by Tak Lau Mamaroneck Tennis Captain Doesn't Stress Over Doubles Game It took a full two days for the Mamaroneck Tennis Team to defeat Scarsdale this season. Considering the last time that happened their captain was five years old, a little bad weather in between made the victory worth the wait. But Stephanie Banks definitely welcomes the tennis postseason with a sigh of relief—despite the exciting defeat of their arch rivals.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Unbalanced
