Heat Wave by Martha and the Vandellas - Song of the Day

Article in the Business Section of the Sunday New York Times

The article written Eilene Zimmerman titled Between College and That First Job caught my eye and brought back some memories. She suggested that recent graduate use that time to try to develop skills needed for employment and to network with people who can lead to professional employment.  That is much easier today with services such as Facebook and LinkedIn.  She also said that any job is better than no job in the interim.  There is always that "Catch-22" - I can't find a job since nobody will give me one because I am unemployed.  Believe me I know that experience.

Let's turn the clock back to early 1974.  I left the University of Rhode Island in January with a masters degree in chemistry and no job prospects.  It was hard to return to living with my parents after 2 years of being on my own.  In early March I got a temporary job doing clerical work for a bank making a few cents above the minimu wage.  Finally in May I was hired by Rhodia a chemical company in New Brunswick, NJ.

Jose Jose - Mets beat the Braves 5-0

Jose Reyes hit a triple in the 7th inning to drive in 3 runs as the Mets beat the Atlanta Braves 5-0.  I really hope that Jose stays with the Mets after his contract expires at the end of the season.  There is speculation in the media that the Mets will not have the money to sign him and will trade him to get some players in exchange.  Reyes has been one of the few highlights for the Mets this season.  Dillion Gee certainly has been a pleasant surprise as he is now 6-0.  He is certainly a good candidate for rookie of the year honors.

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Mini Meet and Greet of Oldies Radio Enthusiasts

Since Alan Berman just can't wait for the annual Meet and Greet and Ben's Deli we had a small gathering for breakfast at the Palace Diner near Queens College.  The following were there:

• Bruce Slutsky
• Karen Slutsky
• Lee Slutsky
• Alan Berman
• Terri D
• Cara Sieden
• Ira Sieden

There was a little discussion about Facebook.

Alan -  "Facebook is the greatest thing on earth."
Karen - "Facebook is nothing but nonsense."

Here is my opinion.  Facebook can be a big waste of time, but I have enjoyed reconnecting with people from my past.  I have had some interesting discussions with people who share my leisure interests.

Kate Palmer - Facebook Friend of the Day

In honor of her birthday, Kate Palmer is my Facebook friend of the day.  She lives in Philadelphia, roots for the Phillies and is a big oldies fan.  She is regular poster to the oldies message board and listens to Bob Radil's  show on Rewound Radio on Friday nights.   I will not reveal her age.

Quote from Ann Landers

"Hanging onto resentment is letting someone you despise live rent-free in your head.”” — Ann Landers

I refuse to let a few people who dislike me live in my head.  Why must a difference of opinion about a radio show and its host continue to cause such animosity? 

The two sentences above may be attributed to me.

Gary Fishbein - Facebook Friend of the Day

I have only met Gary a few times.  Every time I see him his wearing New York Mets paraphernalia.  He even works at Citifield.  For his unconditional devotion to the Amazin's, he has earned the title of my Facebook Friend of the Day.