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The Undersea World of …

January 17, 2025/0 Comments/in Friday Afternoon /by Steve Kowalski

It’s fun sometimes to look back at events that shaped our fascination with the world around us. For me, seeing rocket ship launches, a man walking on the moon, jets overhead, up close photography of creepy, crawly things like fascinating fly eyes and hairy spiders (still very creepy!), steam power and crystal snowflake formations (ok, so I’m a thermal processing geek), I’ve always been interested in our oceans and the undersea world. Like our team here, with their dedicated exploration into solving your PIA (pain in the @%$) Jobs!, I love it when a team takes on their own explorations and discovers things we didn’t know existed, like GPS, energy, weather forecasting, computers of all kinds, medical breakthrough cures, and so much more. Technology is in a word…. AMAZING As a kid, there was a TV show that I loved – I was glued to the television set every time Jacques Cousteau’s “Undersea World” was on. His amazing camera photography caught my attention, as I could feel myself swimming along with the divers. Today marks 57 years ago when his famous TV show debuted. Here are some fun trivia, links, and background on one of our greatest explorers, and teachers, who touched so many kids in his amazing explorations. Thanks to Britannica.com, Wikipedia.org, YouTube.com, and thelegendsofq.com for the links, images and history. Enjoy!

Steve’s 5 F’s for 2025

January 10, 2025/0 Comments/in Friday Afternoon /by Steve Kowalski

As the new year begins, it’s a perfect time to reflect on what matters most and set intentions that will truly enrich our lives. For me, it centers on five essential things that guide me, and hopefully you, into a fulfilling year: faith, family, friends, fitness and finally fun! When we focus on these areas, we create a balanced life rooted in purpose, connection and well-being.

Embrace the New Year

January 3, 2025/0 Comments/in Friday Afternoon /by Steve Kowalski

OK, so you made it through the holidays – opened your gifts, returned some items, put away the decorations and are now settling into embrace 2025. Whether you sleep in (have breakfast in bed!!) or wake up early, there are plenty of ways to make the most of the new year. 2024 was certainly a challenging year for many, but you can start 2025 off on the right foot by making the most of it. It will take some planning, and effort on your part, but I know you’ll enjoy this checklist. Thanks to gardenary.com, and supercook.com for the info. Enjoy!