The Hack Continues..

After 10 days of horrific challenges am unsure if this is over. Today personnel from another retirement account contacted me clearing up another mess. So after this decided to be brave and try to delete my apple id. This message shows up on my apple phone about 7 to 10 times before I can access anything I have left on this phone. Well after the rep from india, (or God knows where), spent 45 minutes with me he dropped me on the last screen. Why? Well, in order to complete the transaction I needed a receipt from 8 years ago when I purchased the apple phone. So, it was all for naught.

Then there is the mint mobile folks. They are pleasant, as is the bot, but, not helpful. I tire of hearing thank you for being a valued customer, and all that b.s. However, when mm runs, it runs good, but low and behold when you have a problem like this. After talking with the BB Geeks decided to throw the annual fee of $260 to the wind as I’m told my concerns will never be fixed. I have annual renewal but all my charge cards have been deleted and changed to new #s, however I still wonder if I am I responsible for the transactions these evil actors cause?

Then there is yahoo which is the worst. The reps tell you they can’t hear you then drop your call or they simply drop you. And that is if you are lucky enough to get connected. And I gather they have productivity standards like the police so maybe that’s why they drop you?

Kudos to my financial institutions. They will remain nameless though I’d like to give them credit. I fear someone may be reading this and figure out a connection. These evil actors are crafty. If only they used their wisdom to a legal or positive intent.

Am unsure if I will be continuing the blog. I’m a mess at this point, and all those who have gone through this understand.

Moral of the story – no FaceBook, or Meta, and limit your time of on line if you can escape it.

Update: Happy Birthday to me!

What a day – it is my 69th, but have decided to claim I am 70, and will be 70 for 2 years…

Who wants to say they are 69 years old?

Kind of disgusting, and oh, the jokes!

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So, what did I do with my 70th, Phase I birthday? Spent it with 18 psych patients from 12- 0730, who merrily wished me Happy Birthday, and some even sang to me. And to tell the truth this was the high point of my day as few were psychotic, and most only depressed. These wishes were welcomed and very grateful the casemix on this day was not dangerous or onerous. It was a slow night, thanks Universe.

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As I worked I noted Mint Mobile continued to text and call me. Something was off. I learned I had been scammed. Then I checked the Chase web page and FaceBook had billed me $63. for a $10. ad boost. Of course at this time there was no one to call, and FaceBook/Mets can only be contacted via web. Plus your lunch break is only so long. These things are tremendously time consuming to fix.

The next day I called Chase, and half the Face Book charges were removed, however, the gal had not removed the entire mother load of 23 charges ranging from $1. to $8. Happily this was corrected in another call. But, will check again tomorrow. Have to stay on top of this stuff.

Then I called Mint Mobile, and while I find their service impeccable, it was time consuming. Another hour of investigating and tracking down information. WHEW!

Note to self: must write Ryan Reynolds, and report his company remains in good hands with the quality of his peeps.

Moral or end to the story: No more Meta or Facebook, and continued praise to Mint Mobile. I even enjoyed speaking with the bot Minty, he’s very knowledgeable. And kudos to all the customer reps!

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I am proud of myself that I remained in control and faithful to my 2020 New Years resolution to never be nasty to a customer service rep person again.

And while August 4th, 2025 will go down as the birthday of being hacked I look forward to trying to celebrate a bit on August 5th, and fingers crossed this is not the way my new year will begin.

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No, I never want to go back, but loved the flowers in this picture.

Caveat: Receive no monetary gain (or loss), from Mint Mobile, Chase, or the evil facebook.

Cayuga Lake Wineries

Happy Birthday πŸŽ‚ to me as I enter the last year of my 6th decade. Guess I’m no longer a young retiree, especially since I continue to work full time!!

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On to the wineries..

Since I’ve seen much of the sites in Ithaca, and time was quickly closing in, decided to start my trek down Lake Cayuga in search πŸ”¦ of wineries open on Monday. And luckily I found 3…

Six Mile Creek Winery

This was my first spot and each wine was more delicious than the next. They also had fine liqueurs. Sadly, as this was my first stop I did not purchase anything. I wanted to try the other wineries first. However, on my return trip, it was closed so for another time.

Lesson learned in traveling: If you see it, and like it, buy it!

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Wines in this area run $18-$27 a bottle. Easily one could spend several hundred dollars on these fine wines. They are exquisite every one of them and make amazing Christmas πŸŽ„ gifts 🎁.

On to the lake.., which was 40 minutes from 6 miles.

Ithaca is known for its waterfalls and gorges. One could take a trip just seeing all the state parks with these lovely spots. This Park was on route to the wineries.
This is the highest waterfall on the East Coast.

Farmstands along the Wine trail.

Did some retail damage at this farm stand. For five dollars a jar one could purchase jams or relishes along with wonderful vegetables and herbs. Holiday shopping has begun!
What a beautiful tasting room and setting
Home associated with the winery. This venue is now being sold to a Long Island couple.

And look at the view these people have.

Donned my suit and took a dip here. The water was warm and perfect as was the day of my visit.
Great place and great food. Good prices too.
Their vineyard
The View

And of course a little food.

Truffle French Fries

Chocolate Cake with vanilla ice cream, no candles wanted or required. Gosh, I’d πŸ”₯ the place down!

What a wonderful way to celebrate my 69th!

From the garden club party last week..

Ross Park Zoo

As you can tell, I loved the red pandas

Cute zoo, if that is such a phrase. Was a reasonable admission price, but sadly this zoo is need of much love as I found in much of Binghamton. Maybe those brilliant college students will stay in the area to upgrade, and revitalize the area as the RPI students have done in Troy, NewYork.

They certainly have warm, friendly, and proud Binghamton residents, and that’s the start of any great place..

Well, enough of my preaching to the choir.

As you enter the zoo, you are greeted by the goats who were very hungry. $3 for a cup of food, but priceless in enjoying their response as they eat. There also is a children’s petting zoo in this area.

Next my favorite, the red panda

And a glimpse at their habitat

Feeding time
Do I really want to go up this pole on this hot day with all this fur?

The Lemurs

Hello
Hanging Out
A little love at the zoo with the monkeys conooduling.

Snowy Owls – first saw these beautiful owls on a trip to Grear Meadow Correctional Facility where they hung out in the openings of the granite pillars and acted like they were embedded in the stone. In this way, they caught prey.. Those with a gray streak are females.

The Cats

Majestic Pose

My what big πŸ‘£β€¦

Lying against the glass in the shade

Sloths. When I visited Australia I missed these, so glad I was finally able to get a glimpse. They are known for little activity.

Marmoset

These creatures really checked me out. Those eyes πŸ‘€ follow you.. Makes you wonder what they are thinking πŸ€”.

What a fun visit!

Ross Park Discovery Center

While I’m not a zoo person decided this was the day to change that thought. Before visiting the zoo came across this lovely free park for children to play in.

Let’s take a tour in pictures.

Behind the tractor was a wonderful find
A Herb πŸͺ΄

What a great way to entice children to read and even garden! I arrived as it opened and within 5 minutes of arrival it was teeming with young folk.

Thanks to all those community sponsors, and workers at the site.

What a find this was, and a need for all parks.

On to the zoo..

Binghamton Visit

On my way to Ithaca today for a pre-birthday trip. Since I will be working on that evil day decided to travel and celebrate 🎊 early. Passed near Binghamton so decided to πŸ›‘.

Weather was foggy on this trip along Rt 17. Came across this beautiful site with fog streaking the mountains on the drive west.

Reminds me of the fog in Hawaii which laces their mountains in similar fashion.

Since I am a psychiatric nurse decided to stop at the Binghamton Asylum which is in ruins. In 1864, this became the first hospital in the world 🌎 to treat the disease of alcoholism. If only these walls could talk.

Later, it became the campus for the chronically insane. In 1993, it was closed due to structural concerns.

The Castle is the main building of the campus.

Another view..

Other structures associated with the alcohol rehab center.

Ominous
Side View

Other Buildings

From here stopped at Binghamton University. This is the diamond in the crown of State University of New York System. Only the best and brightest are admitted.

What a beautiful campus.
Their motto
What a lucky student to be accepted here!

Next the zoo..

The Scots Got It Right

The Scots are the smartest folks I ever met. To hell with the Chinese. They only steal πŸ’‘ ideas.

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The rapist is doing what he always does. First he lies then he says it’s a cover-up and a hoax, then he says he’s a pawn, and everyone is lying. Then when it gets really tough, he leaves the country.

But with this Epstein thing, I am unsure if Scotland is far enough away. Let’s face it.

He did those things with Epstein and the sad thing is, he’ll probably skate.

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Those unfortunate girls will never get justice.

And who knows maybe g. will get clemency?

Am writing ✍️ this a week ahead to see if this epst thing has evaporated.

You never know..

What if’s # 9..

  • I continued this blog and it became a daily post?
  • The blog created traction, and someone like ? Stephen Colbert caught on
  • Stephen created this into his signature piece for his new life
  • Stephen had me on his show
  • What would I say?
  • What would I wear?

Gosh, this really is a dream. Guess senility is fast approaching as I end my 60’s.

Perhaps this What if’s is the funniest of all.

And on this note, good bye July 2025.

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What if’s # 8..

  • rfk’s worm ate away most of his brain, oh that’s right it already has..
  • rfk’s wife decided to come to DC live with him
  • rfk’s wife and melanie got together and they both sued for divorce claiming infidelity
  • rfk stopped his sex texting with young women
  • rfk became the first to test health tracking monitoring he’s proposed
  • rfk went away and we never heard from him again
  • And finally what if he took the rapist prez with him..

One can dream…

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What if’s # 7..

  • musk named his kids with normal names.
  • musk made a space rocket that didn’t blow up.
  • musk was being truthful about the rapist’s activities with epstein.
  • musk actually started a political party.
  • musk’s drug use was finally revealed.
  • musk continued to contribute to the rapist prez’s campaigns.
  • musk lost all his wealth, and was kicked under the bus like all others who follow the rapist.

One can dream………….

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But currently it’s more like a nightmare