The Mason Minute

Apr 11, 2025 • E5133 • 00:01:00

For the last 20 years, you've been told that the Real ID is coming. There have been numerous delays, but the day is almost here. On May 7th, you'll need a passport or one to board an airplane. If you've been putting it off, you want to move quickly.

Apr 10, 2025 • E5132 • 00:01:00

We haven't bought any postage stamps in quite a while. I've lost track of how much they cost. Ever since the debut of the Forever Stamps, they haven't listed the price on the front. The US Postal Service is floating a trial balloon.

Apr 09, 2025 • E5131 • 00:01:00

With the new Presidential tariffs going into effect, many manufacturers warn people that prices will rise. We all know that, but now some toy companies are telling parents they should shop early for Christmas. Yes, it's still eight months away,

Apr 08, 2025 • E5130 • 00:01:00

When you're young, you don't worry about the future. You're invincible. You can get through anything. But as you get older, you worry about things out of your control. You start thinking about things like Alzheimer's and dementia.

Apr 07, 2025 • E5129 • 00:01:00

We all have pet peeves. I have more than my share. Sometimes, we have things that bother us that we don't encounter often, but when we do, we make a note and add them to our list. I came across this over the weekend.

Apr 06, 2025 • E5128 • 00:01:00

As some say, when feeling nostalgic, happiness comes from very basic and simple things. And while I understand the sentiment, that's hard to fathom in our world today. Is anything simple today? Life is much more complicated than in the good old days.

Apr 05, 2025 • E5127 • 00:01:00

Honestly, there are some things I'll never understand. Why do people leave their keys in the car? How hard is it to remove the keys? I lived in small towns when I was younger. Even back then, people locked their homes and vehicles' doors.

Apr 04, 2025 • E5126 • 00:01:00

People often say there's a big difference between watching the game in person and watching it on TV. While I love seeing sports up close, whether it's a stadium, arena, or ballpark, there are some benefits to enjoying everything from the comfort of you...

Apr 03, 2025 • E5125 • 00:01:00

This time of year, many yearn for warm weather and coastal beaches. Spring break is on everyone's mind. But have you ever thought about the sand you want to dig your toes into? We're actually running out of it. Technically,

Apr 02, 2025 • E5124 • 00:01:00

Helium is in short supply. We've discussed this a couple of times over the last few years. Depending on how you look at it, it's either a recurring or ongoing shortage. Helium isn't a gas that we manufacture. It's mined like natural gas.