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Getting my Taxes Done
I finished my taxes yesterday. Whew! Am I glad that’s over. I always feel that doing taxes is like getting a root canal- not a pleasant experience but sometimes needed. I’m not sure exactly why I have so many negative feelings about it. Maybe I’m annoyed I have to give away hard earned money. …
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My Tarnished Journey with Elden Ring
About two years ago, I was looking for a new game to play and decided to give Elden Ring a try. I enjoy playing video games and I really like playing Role Playing Games (RPG). I’ve been playing video games now for several years. Elden Ring has a reputation as one of the hardest…
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Grandpa Worked in a Broom Factory
I found out the other day my grandpa, who I barely knew, worked in a broom factory. Yepp, a broom factory. He passed after a long illness when I was pretty young, so I have few memories of him. The memories I do have are mostly scary ones as he spent the last several…
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Thank God for Science
In the past few weeks, another branch was added to the Bergan family tree. Yes, a tiny sprig is now part of the family. I couldn’t be happier. My daughter gave birth to a baby boy in early March. He is a sweet, adorable baby. There were complications, he had some respiratory struggles, and…
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Critical Thinking Powers Technical Training
Critical Thinking is the engine that powers Technical Training. You say, “Ernie, what do you mean by that?” I say, “Hang on, I’m about to drop some knowledge on you about a core skill for the Technical Trainer.” There are many areas a Technical Trainer must excel – translating complex ideas into simple, clear…
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The XXV Olympics 2026
Been watching the Winter Olympics this year and it’s been a great experience. It’s a beautiful thing to see the best athletes in the world compete against one another as elite athletes. And of course, it’s fun to cheer for the USA team as they exemplify sportsmanship and athletic excellence. The video from Italy…
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The Borg Queen’s Teenage Son
Not too long ago I was doom scrolling through social media and encountered a chat thread that, to say the least, was interesting and shocking to me. In fact, I was completely unprepared for what I found that night. I thought I had seen everything and been everywhere on the internet, but I was…
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Latest E-vent
I’m retooling the erniebergan.com web site for 2026. You understand, new year, new things. It’s still a work in progress, but I’m excited about where it’s going. I’ve reformatted some of my blog categories and freshened up the overall site look as well. I’ve added new content and more is on the way. I’m…
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Bringing in the New Year
Sitting in my easy chair watching some football with two my cats sitting in my lap. They have gone into “Boneless mode”, a deep sleep status where they relax and nestle contentedly in my lap. I had to ask permission to get up and write this blog. It’s been a nice day after a…
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Wherever you are, best wishes to you. Merry Christmas and a happy New Year! No matter your status- in a box, on a box, next to a box or even if you have no box, it doesn’t matter to me. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your crew! Ernie