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What is good about having a pet?

what is good about having a pet is that they teach us what’s truly beautiful about being human. Have you ever looked into your pet’s eyes? In those moments, you’ll see pure love and boundless devotion. Years ago, we had a Pomeranian, a Sidney silky, and a dachshund. Eventually, though, we chose not to keep pets anymorea decision I even wrote about at the time. I believe that we shouldn’t have pets if we aren’t prepared to love them with the same intensity they so freely give to us.

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The most expensive personal item

The most expensive personal item I’ve ever purchased, not counting vehicles or homes, is a treadmill. I bought it a couple of years ago, and it came with a dizzying array of buttons and settings. It offers options for walking, jogging, andrunning…i guess . The price tag? A five-digit figure. Like most fitness gadgets, it has one major flaw: it expects you to put in all the work. Wouldn’t it be amazing if you could buy a pair of running shoes that, each morning, went on a 10-mile sprint while you slept? Then, when you wake up, you’d feel fresh and energized, while the shoes neatly returned to their rack. Now, back to my treadmill: Is it getting regular use? The honest answer is no. My son uses it when he comes in early from work. My wife occasionally uses it… but more as a place to hang clothes than… The most expensive personal item

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Do I listen to podcasts?

I do not listen to podcasts. I’ve always been skeptical of lectures, whether they come from politicians, self-proclaimed experts, or social media influencers. I prefer to form my own opinions on matters, big or small, without someone else trying to shape my views. The only exceptions are when the topic at hand is of specific technical importance, like space exploration or medical breakthroughs, where deep expertise is essential. Then I listen to the person behind the discovery or invention. The issue with many podcasters and social media influencers is that they are often pushing an agendawhether it’s a product, an idea, or a brand. They get paid to sell something, and their polished rhetoric is designed to make you believe in whatever they’re promoting. I believe the most reliable way to gather information is to do your own research and come to conclusions based on your own understanding. Subject matter… Do I listen to podcasts?