Roger
@rogeraug.bsky.social
91 years young & still embracing the future. Korean War veteran, civil rights advocate, pioneer in computer education. Former top ECPI sales rep, door-to-door legend, world traveler & proud family man. I try and answer all comments in time.
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Haven’t posted in a while, so here’s an update. I saw three doctors in three days last week, which was a bit harrowing, but I made it through in one piece. One of them asked if getting older is stressful. I told him honestly it’s not exactly what it’s cracked up to be.
November 16, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Haven’t posted in a while, so here’s an update. I saw three doctors in three days last week, which was a bit harrowing, but I made it through in one piece. One of them asked if getting older is stressful. I told him honestly it’s not exactly what it’s cracked up to be.
Another eye lid surgery today. Might be a minute before I jump back on or reply. This will be the fourth eye lid surgery this year. Wish me luck.
October 29, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Another eye lid surgery today. Might be a minute before I jump back on or reply. This will be the fourth eye lid surgery this year. Wish me luck.
That was great that young people were out in force on Saturday. This is just the beginning though. It got everyone’s attention. The maga people know they have to stop this now. They realize they cannot let this become a national movement that spreads and gains real power.
October 20, 2025 at 7:47 PM
That was great that young people were out in force on Saturday. This is just the beginning though. It got everyone’s attention. The maga people know they have to stop this now. They realize they cannot let this become a national movement that spreads and gains real power.
I hope everyone gets out there this Saturday for the No Kings protest. Don’t let fear or doubt keep you home. I’ve seen a lot in 91 years, and change only happens when people stand up and are counted. The civil rights movement proved that. Your voice still matters—use it!
October 16, 2025 at 6:37 PM
I hope everyone gets out there this Saturday for the No Kings protest. Don’t let fear or doubt keep you home. I’ve seen a lot in 91 years, and change only happens when people stand up and are counted. The civil rights movement proved that. Your voice still matters—use it!
When I was 14, I got brave and asked my dad for a few dollars. He looked me dead in the eye and said, “I’ll loan it to you, but you’ll have to find a way to pay me back.” That one line stuck with me — it wasn’t just about money; it was about learning how to earn.
October 15, 2025 at 4:14 PM
When I was 14, I got brave and asked my dad for a few dollars. He looked me dead in the eye and said, “I’ll loan it to you, but you’ll have to find a way to pay me back.” That one line stuck with me — it wasn’t just about money; it was about learning how to earn.
Friday night I sat up all night watching that Seattle Mariners and Detroit Tigers game that went on forever. I fell asleep, woke up, and it was still on. I could not believe how long it lasted. Baseball sure can test your patience sometimes.
October 13, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Friday night I sat up all night watching that Seattle Mariners and Detroit Tigers game that went on forever. I fell asleep, woke up, and it was still on. I could not believe how long it lasted. Baseball sure can test your patience sometimes.
I see a lethargic sentiment settling over this country that I have never seen before. It scares the hell out of me. I am 91 and this country is in bad shape. Take MAGA Republicans. Does anyone really know what they want? There is a deep longing to go back to a time when everyone knew their place.
October 8, 2025 at 4:36 PM
I see a lethargic sentiment settling over this country that I have never seen before. It scares the hell out of me. I am 91 and this country is in bad shape. Take MAGA Republicans. Does anyone really know what they want? There is a deep longing to go back to a time when everyone knew their place.
Sorry I haven’t posted in a while. I had an eye procedure last week, and my vision’s been blurry, but I thought I’d check in. Glad to see Jimmy Kimmel back. It makes me think of shows that pushed boundaries, like the Smothers Brothers in the ’60s, who clashed with CBS over politics.
September 25, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Sorry I haven’t posted in a while. I had an eye procedure last week, and my vision’s been blurry, but I thought I’d check in. Glad to see Jimmy Kimmel back. It makes me think of shows that pushed boundaries, like the Smothers Brothers in the ’60s, who clashed with CBS over politics.
Getting another eyelid surgery tomorrow. Hoping the 3rd time is the charm. Wish me luck.
September 18, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Getting another eyelid surgery tomorrow. Hoping the 3rd time is the charm. Wish me luck.
In the early 60s, I was appointed National Sales Manager at ECPI. I was proud, but also stunned—no Black man had ever held that role in an all-white company. The president told me, “Don’t blame me for the hell you’re about to encounter. Be strong and trust your instincts.”
September 16, 2025 at 9:21 PM
In the early 60s, I was appointed National Sales Manager at ECPI. I was proud, but also stunned—no Black man had ever held that role in an all-white company. The president told me, “Don’t blame me for the hell you’re about to encounter. Be strong and trust your instincts.”
If you think you’ve seen the worst of Trump, you haven’t. He’s still trying to get Congress fully on his side, and if that happens, next year we’ll see some truly dark stuff that will shock people.
September 15, 2025 at 9:37 PM
If you think you’ve seen the worst of Trump, you haven’t. He’s still trying to get Congress fully on his side, and if that happens, next year we’ll see some truly dark stuff that will shock people.
Back in the early 1960s, I was national sales manager for ECPI. Whenever I visited a city with one of our schools, I’d take the sales crew to dinner. One time, a rep suggested an upscale restaurant. Seven of us, dressed sharp, arrived with a reservation, ready to eat.
September 13, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Back in the early 1960s, I was national sales manager for ECPI. Whenever I visited a city with one of our schools, I’d take the sales crew to dinner. One time, a rep suggested an upscale restaurant. Seven of us, dressed sharp, arrived with a reservation, ready to eat.
Well folks, what I feared is here. The Supreme Court just gave Trump power to stop and search people based on looks. Doesn’t this echo the early Nazi regime, when anyone suspected of being Jewish was stopped? Our country falls when the Court sides with a lunatic leader.
September 9, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Well folks, what I feared is here. The Supreme Court just gave Trump power to stop and search people based on looks. Doesn’t this echo the early Nazi regime, when anyone suspected of being Jewish was stopped? Our country falls when the Court sides with a lunatic leader.
Watched the Falcons game today. It was a good one overall. But when it came down to a 37 yard field goal to force overtime I had déjà vu. Last year Koo missed 5 crucial kicks, and I thought here we go again. I tried to place a bet online. Sure enough the kick hit the post. The legend continues.
September 8, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Watched the Falcons game today. It was a good one overall. But when it came down to a 37 yard field goal to force overtime I had déjà vu. Last year Koo missed 5 crucial kicks, and I thought here we go again. I tried to place a bet online. Sure enough the kick hit the post. The legend continues.
Switched from T-Mobile to Mint and I have to say I'm impressed. My son was paying $180 for all of our phones per month, now my phone bill is $180 every year. The call quality is just as good. If anyone is on the fence about switching, give these low-cost providers a shot.
September 5, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Switched from T-Mobile to Mint and I have to say I'm impressed. My son was paying $180 for all of our phones per month, now my phone bill is $180 every year. The call quality is just as good. If anyone is on the fence about switching, give these low-cost providers a shot.
The weaknesses Trump is taking advantage of will one day be fixed, making our system stronger and fairer. My only question, at 91, is whether I’ll live long enough to see it. I hope I do, because if elections hold, this nation still has the ability to protect itself and live up to its promise.
August 26, 2025 at 9:30 AM
The weaknesses Trump is taking advantage of will one day be fixed, making our system stronger and fairer. My only question, at 91, is whether I’ll live long enough to see it. I hope I do, because if elections hold, this nation still has the ability to protect itself and live up to its promise.
I went to my eye doctor to chat about eyelid surgery scheduled in September. It’s the same procedure I had last year, but that doctor didn’t do it right after two tries. He even wanted a third attempt, but I declined and chose a new doctor instead. Do your due diligence and avoid Thomas Eye Group.
August 24, 2025 at 10:41 PM
I went to my eye doctor to chat about eyelid surgery scheduled in September. It’s the same procedure I had last year, but that doctor didn’t do it right after two tries. He even wanted a third attempt, but I declined and chose a new doctor instead. Do your due diligence and avoid Thomas Eye Group.
Trump’s plan to gain control of our country is clear. Those who voted for him will feel the tariffs and his vengeful attacks. He’s a spoiled New York brat who only knows vengeance, never honest effort. I wonder what America will look like when he’s done.
August 22, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Trump’s plan to gain control of our country is clear. Those who voted for him will feel the tariffs and his vengeful attacks. He’s a spoiled New York brat who only knows vengeance, never honest effort. I wonder what America will look like when he’s done.
Need to send everyone a big hello. I am still alive and kicking. Thinking back to when we had a bad president, Richard Nixon. Now we have someone I see as the next Hitler, using troops in DC to distract from Epstein, test the waters, & tighten control. This is not ok. People need to hit the streets!
August 13, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Need to send everyone a big hello. I am still alive and kicking. Thinking back to when we had a bad president, Richard Nixon. Now we have someone I see as the next Hitler, using troops in DC to distract from Epstein, test the waters, & tighten control. This is not ok. People need to hit the streets!
Just had coffee with my son. Nobody talked to anyone. Silence, screens, and solitude. It felt like a mausoleum. What happened to conversation? To meeting people? Real friendships start with talking. The internet cannot replace human connection. So sad to see.
July 22, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Just had coffee with my son. Nobody talked to anyone. Silence, screens, and solitude. It felt like a mausoleum. What happened to conversation? To meeting people? Real friendships start with talking. The internet cannot replace human connection. So sad to see.
Need to vent I am still very concerned about this so called Epstein papers There is no way it’s going to be controversial because there’s too many concerns about rich guys having sex with children There is no way that ever becomes fully public.
July 20, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Need to vent I am still very concerned about this so called Epstein papers There is no way it’s going to be controversial because there’s too many concerns about rich guys having sex with children There is no way that ever becomes fully public.
In my 90-plus years, I have never seen a president curse on camera like this one. Parents will have a hard time telling their kids to look up to him. He acts like he is still on the streets of New York. He is taking this country down a dark road.
June 25, 2025 at 1:15 PM
In my 90-plus years, I have never seen a president curse on camera like this one. Parents will have a hard time telling their kids to look up to him. He acts like he is still on the streets of New York. He is taking this country down a dark road.
People are asking what’s the next step in this fight for our survival as a country. Here are my thoughts as an old warrior. Let them throw the next punch. Trump will do something to win the next round. He must fix the divide among his base over Iran or fall further behind the eight ball.
June 19, 2025 at 9:40 AM
People are asking what’s the next step in this fight for our survival as a country. Here are my thoughts as an old warrior. Let them throw the next punch. Trump will do something to win the next round. He must fix the divide among his base over Iran or fall further behind the eight ball.
Don’t you think it’s hilarious that a man who claimed bone spurs to dodge the draft now salutes the flag like a hero? I wonder if his feet feel better after skipping service. He has perfected the salute but it will take more than that to be a real leader.
June 17, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Don’t you think it’s hilarious that a man who claimed bone spurs to dodge the draft now salutes the flag like a hero? I wonder if his feet feel better after skipping service. He has perfected the salute but it will take more than that to be a real leader.
Thanks to the No Kings group for showing up Saturday. Trump looked crushed his MAGA crew didn’t show. Some voters now say they regret supporting him. Too late for that but another election’s coming. Think before you vote next time. It matters.
June 16, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Thanks to the No Kings group for showing up Saturday. Trump looked crushed his MAGA crew didn’t show. Some voters now say they regret supporting him. Too late for that but another election’s coming. Think before you vote next time. It matters.