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The Andrea Doria’s Endless Curious Connections
“Right of Passage” First, let me explain the title Curious Connections. Today is the first of a series of blog posts about my personal daily happenings. Before you think this will lead to the mundane, let me explain the impetus for these … Continue reading
Where Are the Remaining Andrea Doria Lifeboats?
A few days ago, I received an e-mail from a young man who needs information on the existing Andrea Doria lifeboats. “I am a student at SUNY Maritime College. I am studying the Andrea Doria disaster for my senior thesis. We … Continue reading
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Overboard! A True Bluewater Odyssey of Disaster and Survival
As a member of the American Library Association and the Public Library Association, I receive an online book review source called Booklist. Books that make it into this highly respected source for librarians, have been scrutinized by the experts in … Continue reading
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The Philadelphia Story
“Time Takes Its Toll” Tony Gramer, a distinguished looking gentleman, appeared on the stage at the Washtenaw Community College Campus. It was February 27, 2010; the occasion, The Great Lake Ship Festival sponsored by the Ford Seahorses dive club. … Continue reading
How to prevent or recover from the norovirus on cruise ships
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Receiving a Testimonial
It’s always pleasant to receive a testimonial. This one is from my neighbor Marge who is an avid listener of audio books. In fact, I may not recognize her without her ear plugs on; she is a familiar sight in … Continue reading
Speaking for the Downriver Town Hall Lecture Series
On Wednesday morning, I received a call from my agent asking if I could fill in for Anne Thompson of NBC News. The event would take place on Thursday, but thousands of flights had already been canceled due to the … Continue reading
Meeting James Cameron–part three
Another partial standing ovation followed. James Cameron and Bill Garzke returned to our table. People followed them, hoping for a quick chat or to give praise. I offered Cameron my compliments for his interesting talk: “I never thought I could … Continue reading
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Meeting James Cameron– part two
The chairperson for the evening began her introduction of ASNE’s coveted guest: …He studied physics and English at California State University. Later, he discontinued his studies and worked several jobs such as machinist and truck driver and wrote when … Continue reading
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Meeting James Cameron–part one
My friend Giuliano called me shortly after 9 p.m. on 2-3-10 to inform me that “my friend” James Cameron was appearing on the Larry King show. I told Giuliano that I was on a Teleseminar; but after two seconds of reflection, … Continue reading