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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1985
Page
5
In Fort Walton Beach Don Murray says the heat is a fact of life. He jokes that you just live with it and try to stay in the breeze with a Budweiser. The Log asks readers for tips to beat the high temperatures.
A reflective aside on moving blues from college life. The narrator, amid a Pinto packed with belongings and an unpaid stereo, contemplates lost and gained possessions. The essay notes annual moves after semesters and a cycle of packing, waiting, and departure.
A quirky diary piece chronicles a Florida move in a Ford Pinto, framing a personal philosophy called The Pinto Theory of Existence. It argues for limiting possessions to fit a small car, reflecting on packing efficiency, mood shifts, and a playful attempt at grand ideas.
A satirical look at male secrets as a study notes how men hide insecurities and resent former partners. It cites reluctance to admit fear or weakness, from car troubles to height, while exposing the sly truths behind male behavior.
An ex-girlfriend essay examines male posturing in dating and the quiet battles within. It exposes how men deny nerves, hide insecurities, and react to women’s styles and successes while masking hurt. The piece questions why women once dated “greaseballs” and asks for female readers to explain.
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