Today I begin my 91st trip around the sun and it is far from over. It has been one hell of a ride through the good, bad and ugly over all those years. I’ve been through the depression 17 presidents, WW II, Korea, Viet nam, civil rights, assassinations, 9/11, the Middle East and a lot more I hav e also been blessed with a good life and three different careers I wouldn’t change for anything. I’ve had thje honor and pleasure of being a father and grandfather, for serving my country and the the undying love of my late wife Flo and for the past 17 years Carole. I have been truly blessed in many ways. However, all that said, I have NEVER seen the hate towards one man as I see today that has torn this country apart and it is disgusting, embarrassing and unwarranted.

So I came into this world in 1935, so what else happened in that year?

The Social Security Act: The United States passed the Social Security Act in August 1935. This landmark legislation created a system of old-age benefits, unemployment insurance, and aid to families with dependent children.

Monopoly: The board game Monopoly was first published by Parker Brothers in 1935. It quickly became a popular pastime and remains a beloved game today.05

The First Penguin Books: Penguin Books published its first ten paperback titles in 1935. This revolutionized the publishing industry by making high-quality literature affordable and accessible to the masses.

The Birth of Elvis Presley: Elvis Presley, the future King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, was born on January 8, 1935, in Tupelo, Mississippi. His music would later transform the entertainment industry.

Radar: British scientist Robert Watson-Watt demonstrated the first practical radar system in 1935. This technology would play a crucial role in World War II and beyond.

Nylon: Wallace Carothers and his team at DuPont developed nylon in 1935. This synthetic polymer would become widely used in textiles, toothbrushes, and other products.

The First Canned Beer: The Gottfried Krueger Brewing Company introduced the first canned beer in 1935. This innovation changed the way people consumed and transported beer.

Babe Ruth’s Final Season: Baseball legend Babe Ruth played his final season in Major League Baseball in 1935. He retired with 714 home runs, a record that stood for decades.

The First Major League Baseball Night Game: The Cincinnati Reds hosted the first Major League Baseball night game on May 24, 1935. This event marked the beginning of a new era in sports entertainment.

The Discovery of Vitamin E: Vitamin E was discovered by Herbert Evans and Katherine Bishop in 1935. This essential nutrient plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy skin and eyes.

The First Successful Human Heart Surgery: Dr. Alfred Blalock performed the first successful human heart surgery in 1935. This groundbreaking procedure paved the way for modern cardiac surgery.

The Introduction of the Pap Smear: Dr. George Papanicolaou introduced the Pap smear test in 1935. This test has since become a vital tool in the early detection of cervical cancer.

“Of Mice and Men”: John Steinbeck published his novella “Of Mice and Men” in 1935. This classic work explores themes of friendship, dreams, and the harsh realities of life during the Great Depression.

The Debut of “Porgy and Bess”: George Gershwin’s opera “Porgy and Bess” premiered in 1935. This groundbreaking work featured an all-African American cast and blended classical music with jazz and blues.