Month: July 2025

07/27/25 – Productive Procrastination

Wm. Allen6 Comments

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Productive Procrastination

I’ve been guilty of this many times.

Book of the Week

This is an extremely easy to read. thought provoking, little book.

Master’s Meditation Mantras – Vol. 1

By Bill FitzPatrick

Here is an example of what you will find in this little book: 

Do it before you’re asked.

Or

The greater your fortune, the greater your obligation.

Movie of the Week

I think this is really worth watching. 

Burn After Reading (2008)

Please click on the link below to see the trailer

https://youtu.be/jksnxStXol0?si=2ozMIxLTD-QBVaxb

Music of the Week

This week’s song was inspired by:

867-5309/Jenny (1981)

By Tommy Tutone

Please click on the link below to see the music video:

https://youtu.be/6WTdTwcmxyo?si=YmO470sjspb0mFOO

Add’d Info

Not surprisingly, the song led to people prank calling unsuspecting victims by dialing 867-5309 and asking for “Jenny”

Extraordinary Person of the Week

As sorry as I am to learn this week of the passing of

Hulk Hogan;

however, this truly saddens me.

It was at Jeff’s retirement party a month or so ago, and he seemed fine. He was such as creative guy, I thought he would really do something amazing during his retirement.

Not only did we work together, but one summer we were on the same bowling league, he was in one of my short films, and came to a number of parties I had put on; plus he brought his “Barbershop Quartet” to my retirement party.

Art of the Week

Backyard Pond

Pond created by my friend Leroy

The Guy Outdoor Services, LLC

Joke of the Week

Physical Traits

I have to keep reminding myself

that the fork always trumps exercise.

 Character Traits

Discipline

I know discipline is the key

to accomplishing anything I want in life.

There are many more lions, that you don’t see:

procrastination,

lack of motivation

the allure of instant gratification,

many others fueled by social media and other distractions.

Social Traits

Here is an example of what happens

when we don’t communicate clearly

Learning Traits

Cosmology is the study of  the universe. It explores the origin, evolution, structure, and future of the universe, drawing on principles from physics, astronomy, and other scientific disciplines. 

This is something we should all have some familiarity with and so I am passing this bit of info on to you.

Miscellaneous

I can relate to this, as many of you can.

Books

Uncle Tony’s

Management Tips & Jokes

By Wm. Allen

Paperback $15.00

Ebook $5.00

Click on Link below to go directly to Amazon

Uncle Tony’s Management Tips & Jokes

The Uncle Tony Book can also be found on the shelves of

Schuler Books is located at the Gateway Center, 7260 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield Twp., MI 48322.

Their phone number is (248) 956-1515.

And if you let me know

that you bought a copy of the Uncle Tony Book “from” Schuler Books, I will mail you a free copy of:

Also, the Uncle Tony Book can also be found on the shelves of the

Self Esteem Shop LLC

9568 Marine City Highway, Building A

Casco, MI  48064

Phone (248) 549-9900

The Uncle Tony book  can also be found on the website of

Pages & Paws Bookshop

https://www.pagesandpawsbookshop.com/

Environmental Animals

https://www.amazon.com/Environmental-Animals-Harmony-Jann/dp/B0BW2GFPDM/ref=sr_1_16?

I’m Tired of Being Ordinary,

Are You?

My Final Cover The Kindle version of this book is free, and the paperback version is $10 However, I must warn you that this book will not change your life, only you can do that. This book can be ordered from Amazon

07/20/25 – Addictions, Fears, etc.

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Addictions, Fears, etc.

Click on the link below for a solution.

https://youtu.be/aAhA7KfbJgg?si=foa7f32uvbe6IDP4

Book of the Week

It’s a children’s book, but is it really?

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

and

Through the Looking Glass

By Lewis Carol

The book talks about very few things being really impossible.

About giving oneself very good advice,  

but seldom following it.

Waking up as one person and changing throughout the day.

Everything has a moral, if only you can find it. 

Movie of the Week

I think this is worth watching. 

Sirens is an American dark comedy limited Netflix series. Set over the course of a single weekend at a luxurious beach estate, the series explores themes of gender, power, and social class. It premiered on May 22, 2025, and received generally positive reviews from critics.

Please click on the link below to see the trailer

https://youtu.be/nxSpZ9khchU?si=HA5KbDO0OkmCHT2N

Music of the Week

This week’s song was inspired by:

Walk Like an Egyptian (1986)

By The Bangles

Please click on the link below to see the music video:

https://youtu.be/Cv6tuzHUuuk?si=vLbwdzm4HVx5m-4S

Extraordinary Person of the Week

I’ve known Michele for over 35 years and watched her career go from a supervisor to a senior vice-president in a large corporation. She is proof that it is possible for really nice people to rise to the top.

Michele Samuels

Art of the Week

Backyard Fairy Garden

Joke of the Week

Physical Traits

 Character Traits

Social Traits

Learning Traits

I believe we can all be more creative, 

if we would just try.

Miscellaneous

Books

Uncle Tony’s

Management Tips & Jokes

By Wm. Allen

Paperback $15.00

Ebook $5.00

Click on Link below to go directly to Amazon

Uncle Tony’s Management Tips & Jokes

The Uncle Tony Book can also be found on the shelves of

Schuler Books is located at the Gateway Center, 7260 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield Twp., MI 48322.

Their phone number is (248) 956-1515.

And if you let me know

that you bought a copy of the Uncle Tony Book “from” Schuler Books, I will mail you a free copy of:

Also, the Uncle Tony Book can also be found on the shelves of the

Self Esteem Shop LLC

9568 Marine City Highway, Building A

Casco, MI  48064

Phone (248) 549-9900

The Uncle Tony book  can also be found on the website of

Pages & Paws Bookshop

https://www.pagesandpawsbookshop.com/

Environmental Animals

https://www.amazon.com/Environmental-Animals-Harmony-Jann/dp/B0BW2GFPDM/ref=sr_1_16?

I’m Tired of Being Ordinary,

Are You?

My Final Cover The Kindle version of this book is free, and the paperback version is $10 However, I must warn you that this book will not change your life, only you can do that. This book can be ordered from Amazon

07/13/25 – Passwords Can Drive You Crazy

Wm. Allen8 Comments

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Passwords Can Drive You Crazy

Book of the Week

I believe this book was written to help young girls become more self-confident, develop a strong body image, develop and practice healthy lifestyle habits and successfully manage times of transition. With that said, I think anyone would benefit from this book.

Strong Beauty – Power Up The Champion Within

By Karen Furneaux

Karen Furneaux, world champion, Sports Hall-of-Famer and international speaker, shares her deepest insights and the golden nuggets that it takes to succeed at your goals.

I’ve had a few email exchanges with Karen over the years and she is an absolutely wonderful person, who wrote a wonderful book. I first read it in 2018 and never does a year go by that I don’t review the book and get inspired again. 

Movie of the Week

I don’t have a movie suggestion for you this week. However, I did go to a Rolling Stones tribute band concert by Jumping Jack Flash.

Jumping Jack Flash

From the video, you can tell it is an old crowd.

But than, so are the Stones

Music of the Week

Those of you who have gotten to know me, probably expected I would be playing a Rolling Stone’s song, well!

Soul Time (1967)

By Madeline Bell

Please click on the link below to see the music video:

https://youtu.be/5k-iuUNwGuw?si=JkPQsY2Eiq6Kg_VC

Extraordinary Person of the Week

The Dalai Lama

Art of the Week

Crochet Creatures

Penguin & Yeti

Joke of the Week

Physical Traits

I can’t think of a better cafe to go to.

 Character Traits

Social Traits

Ladies, Please!

Learning Traits

Not sure what to make for dinner.

Perhaps, this will help.

Miscellaneous

I’m not sure this new chess piece will improve the game of chess.

Books

Uncle Tony’s

Management Tips & Jokes

By Wm. Allen

Paperback $15.00

Ebook $5.00

Click on Link below to go directly to Amazon

Uncle Tony’s Management Tips & Jokes

The Uncle Tony Book can also be found on the shelves of

Schuler Books is located at the Gateway Center, 7260 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield Twp., MI 48322.

Their phone number is (248) 956-1515.

And if you let me know

that you bought a copy of the Uncle Tony Book “from” Schuler Books, I will mail you a free copy of:

Also, the Uncle Tony Book can also be found on the shelves of the

Self Esteem Shop LLC

9568 Marine City Highway, Building A

Casco, MI  48064

Phone (248) 549-9900

The Uncle Tony book  can also be found on the website of

Pages & Paws Bookshop

https://www.pagesandpawsbookshop.com/

Environmental Animals

https://www.amazon.com/Environmental-Animals-Harmony-Jann/dp/B0BW2GFPDM/ref=sr_1_16?

I’m Tired of Being Ordinary,

Are You?

My Final Cover The Kindle version of this book is free, and the paperback version is $10 However, I must warn you that this book will not change your life, only you can do that. This book can be ordered from Amazon

07/06/25 – Sign

Wm. Allen2 Comments

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Sign

It all depends upon how you read it.

Book of the Week

I think you will find this readable book most helpful. 

Letters From a Stoic

By Seneca

Stoicism is an ancient Greek philosophy focused on virtue, reason, and living in accordance with nature. It emphasizes distinguishing between what is within our control and what is not, and cultivating wisdom, courage, justice, and temperance. By focusing on these virtues and accepting what we cannot change, Stoics aim to achieve happiness. 

Movie of the Week

This film is very interesting, I just wished they had shown more of some of her actual interviews with people like Fidel Castro, Colonel Gaddafi, etc.

Barbara Walters Tell Me Everything

Streaming June 23 on Hulu

Please click on the link below to see the trailer

https://youtu.be/4u8UCNCDszM?si=4GMCvP_LoEe7qbg9

Music of the Week

Girl Watcher (1968)

By The O’Kaysions

This song is dedicated to Gene.

Why the dedication, let’s just say Gene’s wife wasn’t happy.

Walter, Me, y Gene

Please click on the link below to see the music video:

https://youtu.be/TGuNIS-n6Q8?si=zhFq-BcGQsCzYt1i

Extraordinary Person of the Week

People You Haven’t Yet Met

Art of the Week

Fourth of July Decorating

Joke of the Week

Physical Traits

Don’t wait until you get old to try and get rid of it.

 Character Traits

Social Traits

On a more serious side, more than a few people care,

even if you can’t see that at the moment.

Learning Traits

You should write and speak

to express, not to impress.

Miscellaneous

To whoever it was in Australia, who bought an

Uncle Tony book.

Books

Uncle Tony’s

Management Tips & Jokes

By Wm. Allen

Paperback $15.00

Ebook $5.00

Click on Link below to go directly to Amazon

Uncle Tony’s Management Tips & Jokes

The Uncle Tony Book can also be found on the shelves of

Schuler Books is located at the Gateway Center, 7260 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield Twp., MI 48322.

Their phone number is (248) 956-1515.

And if you let me know

that you bought a copy of the Uncle Tony Book “from” Schuler Books, I will mail you a free copy of:

Also, the Uncle Tony Book can also be found on the shelves of the

Self Esteem Shop LLC

9568 Marine City Highway, Building A

Casco, MI  48064

Phone (248) 549-9900

The Uncle Tony book  can also be found on the website of

Pages & Paws Bookshop

https://www.pagesandpawsbookshop.com/

Environmental Animals

https://www.amazon.com/Environmental-Animals-Harmony-Jann/dp/B0BW2GFPDM/ref=sr_1_16?

I’m Tired of Being Ordinary,

Are You?

My Final Cover The Kindle version of this book is free, and the paperback version is $10 However, I must warn you that this book will not change your life, only you can do that. This book can be ordered from Amazon