Rich Monetti
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Princess Long Long Invites the World to Unify and Shine with the Seven Colors
Princess Long Long is an international traveler and entertainer who believes world peace is within the sights of every human being. Her vision emerges from the concept of the Seven Colors, and she sites a speech that set her on a course of global unity.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Humans
Part IX : Memorable Moments that Could Only Happen in Plattsburgh
The last we left him, poor Tim had hitched a ride from Albany to Plattsburgh. Matt, Steve and Andy had enough of his unseemly antics, and when they got to Albany, they dumped him on me. At the time of Part VIII’s writing, I did not have the gory details on what actually got Tim expelled from his ride. But a little email back and forth from the boys and here it is. Enjoy and please don’t judge.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Wander
A Democratic False Flag Operation at the Capitol - I Don’t Think So
Photo by U.S. Embassy Ghana So there’s a bizarre school of thought out there that says the insurrection at Capitol was a false flag operation. One which the Democrats were behind and meant to make Donald Trump look bad. Well, it isn’t that outlandish because I’ve considered the possibility myself. But just a little bit of common sense and a review of the basic facts renders the assertion highly unlikely.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in The Swamp
Renowned Lyme Doctor in Mt. Kisco Discusses Limitations of Medical Treatment and Insurance Complications
Photo by Chris Booth Whether you have Lyme Disease or not, most know that treating the affliction can be far more complex than simply administering 21 days of antibiotics. But resistance to the medical intervention of the tick-born illness doesn’t always represent the most elusive aspect of overcoming this problematic and chronic disease, according to Dr. Daniel Cameron.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Longevity
Basketball and Its Jewish Origins in New York City
Photo by ajay_suresh With its high-flying, slam dunking Madison Avenue image, the NBA looks as similar to its origins as the high tech video games of today do to the primitive digital displays of yesteryear. Showtime versus short, white Jewish boys playing in settlement houses and club leagues for $5 a game. "Watch the women play in the WNBA, and that's what it was like," says Herman Romash.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Unbalanced
Recurring Characters Give Star Trek: The Next Generation A Leg Up
Photo by Archman8 One of the many area in which Star Trek: The Next Generation was superior to the Original Series was the introduction of recurring characters. They provided a welcome change up from the typical infallibility of the main characters and returned a much more human component to the drama.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Futurism
Why You Should Love/Hate the Filibuster
Photo by kidTruant When Donald Trump was President, Democrats saw the filibuster as their savior. Of course, the ascendency of Joe Biden and a senate majority has the Donkeys clawing for the end of the antiquated procedure. Unlikely to fall either way, the stagnation that has ruled the day for years will continue. But no matter the majority, 2020 won’t be the last congress or constituency to question why the republic must stand still as the public boils well beyond 232 degrees Fahrenheit.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in The Swamp
Katonah Celebrates the Long Service of William “Doc” Smith
Back in the 1920s, Katonah resident William “Doc” Smith began a lifelong affiliation with the Scouts when he joined in Cold Spring, NY. After completing his studies in pediatrics and serving as a Captain in WWII, he settled in Katonah to practice medicine. He also started his association with Troop 1 in Katonah. Thus, February 9, 2006 was marked at the Katonah Methodist Church to celebrate his 50 years as Scout Master of the troop. But the milestone’s significance was not meant to imply an ending of any sort.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Education
Mariano Rivera Brings Energy to Appearance at Acura of Bedford Hills
Professional athletes have two things in abundance that most of us do not: time and money. Inevitably, inertia must draw them to causes and foundations, and Mariano Rivera is no different than any other. “I believe in today’s youth. We created this foundation to help kids who are less fortunate and get their focus on school rather than the uncertainty of the streets,” he said at Bedford Hills Acura on Saturday afternoon. But it was the infectious energy and illumination around young fans that made him a man of his words.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Unbalanced
Star Trek’s Mr. Data May Never Feel But His Artificial Intelligence Definitely Makes Us Think
Photo by Gage Skidmore Robby the Robot from 1956’s Forbidden Planet may have been the first artificial intelligence movie robot to have his say. But the evolution of thinking androids in science fiction movies have come a long way – even if the limits that are tested go long beyond what I believe is possible.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Futurism
Part VIII : Memorable Moments that could only Happen in Plattsburgh
Hitching a Ridge The Northway In 1988, homecoming was a given. So when Steven and Matt found Tim in the Point upon arrival, they more than a little surprised but why? We must backtrack a few hours first. At the time, I lived in Albany, and Steve, Tim and Matt rolled into my apartment at 304 Quail Street. I was promptly informed that Tim would not be accompanying Steve and Matt on the final leg up the Northway. Neither my memory nor my primary sources can confirm the issue, but at the time, Tim didn't put up much of an argument. He was completely resigned and lodged no protest as the car drove off. Still, the arrangement would not do since my departure time was three or four hours away. No time to waste, Tim went full Plattsburgh mode. In other words, the chance for decadence was out of reach, and Plattsburgh bred us to find an expedient solution at all costs.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Wander
