Cutting Off Parents

When Robin Brill walked into a conference for estranged parents this summer in Chicago, she was stunned by the crowd. More than 200 moms and dads filled the chairs, some of whom had traveled from as far away as Australia. Another 250 watched a livestream. Like Brill—whose 28-year-old son cut off contact three years ago—these parents were seeking one thing: answers. “We want to know what makes all these kids want to do this,” says Brill, a 60-year-old retired event planner from Atlanta. “Because whatever the individual case may be, they are all saying the same thing: ‘My mom is a narcissist.’ ‘My dad is self-absorbed.’ ‘It’s your fault something is wrong.’ ”

Many experts believe that estrangements between adult children and their parents are becoming an epidemic in the U.S., just like divorce in the 1970s. Much like then, the movement is driven by a convergence of large societal trends—this time the rise of social-media algorithms, changing therapeutic approaches and a broadening definition of trauma. “We’re at a cultural tipping point,” says William Doherty, a therapist and professor emeritus of family social science at the University of Minnesota. “A confluence of forces is leading to certain actions and choices that were considered taboo before now becoming acceptable and even celebrated, and then they spread via social contagion. Postpandemic statistics on estrangement are hard to come by. Prominent recent research—published in Cornell sociologist Karl Pillemer’s 2020 book, “Fault Lines: Fractured Families and How to Mend Them”—shows that 10% of the U.S. population is estranged from, or has cut ties with, a parent or child at any given time, while 25% is estranged from any close relative.

Payment-Guy's CV

CV KENNETH JACKSON RICHARD O’BRIEN 1.10.2026 Private & confidential I. CONTACT INFO Phone: (709) 388 6433 Email: paymentguy@gmail.com Mailing Address: 24 Hillcrest Road, Corner Brook NL A2H 1N6 II. EMPLOYMENT The Transatlantic Group (Helsinki, Finland, Corner Brook NL, Canada) 1.1.2005 – present • Founder & CEO of a consulting firm providing legal, IT and business consulting to individual and enterprise clients throughout North America, Europe and ASIA. Medicine Hat Law Firm (Medicine Hat, Alberta) 1.11.16 - 1.8.2020 • Managing Partner/Sole Practitioner Lawyer at Alberta General Practise Law Firm. • Expert in Canadian, Newfoundland and Alberta Criminal and Family Law. NOKIA Oy. / Microsoft Inc. (www.nokia.com) Helsinki, Finland) 11.2.08 - 1.1.2016 • Legal Architect & Legal Counsel Common Platform Operations 1.7.2008 - 1.1.2014 responsible for designing and Architecting NOKIA's legal administration system throughout the NOKIA organization world-wide and providing Legal advice to the IT Department globally. • Reported to NOKIA's Chief Architect. Linden Research Inc. (San Francisco California, Helsinki, Finland) 1.8.2006 – 1.10.2008 • Director, Business Infrastructure, Linden Lab (www.lindenlab.com San Francisco, California, USA) a Social Media company providing the online virtual reality service Second Life (www.secondlife.com). • Established domestic and international payment infrastructure. Managed US and international payment systems evaluation and legal and administration, negotiation and contracting relationships and implementation of European expansion. • Managed retained outside legal counsel in USA, Canada and EU. Sulake Corporation Oy. (Helsinki, Finland) 1.5.2004 – 1.8.2006 • Director, eCommerce, of the Sulake Group (www.sulake.com) a world leading interactive entertainment company distributing online communities and games (www.habbohotel.com). • Created international eCommerce infrastructure tailored to Sulake's teen aged customer demographic and online and mobile product portfolio. • Designed and managed Sulake's global payment network spanning 45 countries including online, off-line, mobile and telecoms payment methods generating 95%+ of Group turnover. • Responsible for payment service acquisition, legal and commercial administration and project lead for service deployment and overall management of 150+ payment partners. Planned and implemented e Commerce and payment services strategy reporting to COO and CFO. • Awarded "Best eComm Company" at Scandic Interactive Entertainment Awards 2005. • Expert in payment systems, international e Commerce and contract law. Campbell Germaine Cooper (Fort McMurray Alberta ) 1.5.2003 -1.11.2004 • Associate Lawyer practising Criminal and Family law prior to partnership dissolution. • Accredited and certified collaborative lawyer by the Law Society of Alberta. Sonera Group. (Helsinki Finland, Boston MA, Chicago IL ) 26.6.00 – 1.12.2002 • Legal Counsel / Regional Director (North America) responsible for managing and expanding Fonecta business in the US and Canada. Managed 15-person team. • Originally hired as a Legal Counsel before promotion to Management. • Expert in mobile, fixed line telecommunications and directory assistance business and legal support issues. Translegal Ltd. (Stockholm, Sweden) 1.9.1999 – 23.6.2000 • Legal Consultant in Anglo-American law to leading Scandinavian Firms and Legal Departments e.g. NORDEA (www.nordea.com) and Telia (www.telia.com) and also NordBanken, Vinge, Setterwalls, Danske Bank. • Expert in Anglo-American law and legal terminology and international legal translations. Stockholm Faculty of Law (Stockholm, Sweden) 1.9.1999 – 23.6.2000 • Visiting Lecturer in Anglo-American law to first year law students while studying for Master's in Law (LLM). • Expert in International Law, Comparative Law and IP Law. Poole Althouse Clarke Thompson and Thomas (Newfoundland Canada) 1.5.1996 - 6.8.1999 • Associate Lawyer performing primarily Criminal and Family law. Crown Prosecutor / Agent for Federal Fisheries and Narcotics Control Act violations throughout Western Newfoundland and Labrador. • Expert in Canadian and Newfoundland/Labrador Criminal and Family Law. Faculty of Law University of New Brunswick (Fredericton New Brunswick) 1.9.1994 - 1.6.1997 • Moot Court Assistant responsible for preparing and reviewing Moot Court materials for 1st year UNB Law students. III. EDUCATION • LL.M Stockholm University, Stockholm Sweden (1.5.2000) Master's in Intellectual Property & International Law (Magna Cum Laude). • LL.B University of New Brunswick, Fredericton New Brunswick, Canada (1.5.1997) Bachelor's of Law. • B.A. Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada (1.5.1994) Bachelor's of Arts (First Class Honors, Dean's List 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997). • Various in-course undergraduate scholarships '1991-'1994. IV. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS • Member of the Law Societies of Finland, America, Sweden, Alberta, Newfoundland and the Canadian Bar Association. • Certificates in Arbitration, Mediation & Negotiation, from the Canadian Bar Association. • TOGAF Certified Enterprise Architect (NOKIA/Microsoft). IV. EXECUTIVE TRAINING • Project management and executive management training by Fonecta and Mercury Urval. • Leadership and management training by Sulake, TeliaSonera, NOKIA, Linden Research. • Legal training by The Law Society of Newfoundland, The Law Society of Alberta, The Canadian Bar Association and The American Bar Association. • North American Sales & Marketing training sponsored by University of Oulu, Finland (1.11.03-1.6.2004). • TOGAF Certified Enterprise Architect. V. HOBBIES AND ACTIVITIES • Travel, reading, hunting, fishing, mountain biking, The Elks and outdoor life. • References available upon request.

Friday B-Day

As of today, Friday October 2, 2026, a person born on Friday February 11, 1972, is exactly 54 years, 7 months, and 21 days old. So today PG is 54 years 7 months and 3 weeks. Here is the precise breakdown of the time elapsed since that date: • Total Days: 19,957 days • Total Weeks: 2,851 weeks • Total Months: 655 months

Why The RNC Sucks

I never thought I would be in a position to write a blog post like this as it is off-topic and personal but I think for the public good and welfare of my home Province of Newfoundland Canada that I have to. I recently have come to the conclusion as a Lawyer of 30 years experience both internationallly and domestically that the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary ("RNC") should be immediately disbanded and replaced by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police ("RCMP").

In my personal and professional opinion the RNC is a travesty of a "Police Force". I think it will be a miscarriage of Justice that the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador continue to be "policed" by the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary ("RNC"). IMO Newfoundland and Labrador shoud in fact be policed by the RCMP. Given the unprofessional state of the RNC it should be immediately disbanded and replaced by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Anyone who lives or has lived in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador is aware of the obvious and evident fact(s) that the RNC has declined into a 2nd class 3rd rate Quasi-Police force that is a farce of its former self. Also, anyone forced to interact with the "modern-day" RNC can immediately notce the obvious lack of professionalism and (in)competence amnogst its current ranks. Once a truly professional and honorable organization, the RNC's decline becomes imediately evident if you ever have the unfortunate occassion to interect with it. Not only are their ranks filled with physically smaller and athletically inferior "Constables" who are not even endowed with the physical attributes and athleticism necessary to conduct and perform the job of "Constable" safely, properly and professionally but they cannot even "Act" or "Look the part" by simply being professional. I unfortunately have had many 1st hand experieces both professinally as a Lawyer and personally as a resident of the island over the years to prove, validate and testify to this. As a native life-long property owning Newfoundland-resident without a criminal record who has also worked as a Barrister & Solcitor and Criminal Prosecutor over the course of my diverse and varied Legal Career I can unfortuunately verify and attest to this. Most recently, I was recently sitting alone on a park bench one sunny summer day literally "feeding the birds" during a morning walk when an RNC SUV with 2 RNC "Constables" piulled up in front of me and asked if I was "drunk yet". When I immediately requested their names and badge numbers they rolled up their windows and pulled away after flashing their lights which only added to my confusion. Once back home I called the local detachment and reported this incident to the local Department's "Duty Sergeant". He took my report over the phone and asked if I would like to come to the precinct to "discuss the matter further". I said I would think it over but eventually declined. However, not less than a week later I was arrested by an ethnic (Pakistani, Indian, Sr Lanken etc...) RNC Constable /Officer on a misdemeanor theft charge. This occurred after I sought to retrieve my used 2nd hand EMPTY backpack from a park bench that I had left unattended while I literally "walked around the park" in the morning as I routinely and regularly do by habit. This smaller ethcnic RNC "Constable"/"Officer" immediately arrested me when a long-haired derelict individual accused me of "Theft". Being suprised, I was not sure whether to laugh or cry. This smaller aggressive ethnic non-Native Newfoundlander hard-handcuffed me and pushed me into the back of his SUV all the while addressing me by my 1st name in a farcically faux-friendly manner. He was obviously extremely happy and thrilled to be arresting me on a misdemeanor charge of "Theft" of a used backpack. In retrospect I am very proud oy myself. Having worked in bars and Law Enforcement over the years and being 6'1" 240lbs with a Martial Arts background I actually had to restrain myself while being roughed around and manhandled by this smaller overly aggressive mini-Cop or quasi-Constable. Of course, I will be defending this summary conviction offense allegation of "theft" of a used 2nd hand backpack left on a park bench during a morning walk vigorously, completely and at my own time and expense if the local Crown Prosecution elects to (foolishly) proceed further. PG PS; Disband the RNC ASAP and long live the RCMP!

Royal Newfoundland Cocksuckers (Post 2)

I never thought I would be in a position to write blog posts like thess as they are off-topic and personal but I think for the public good and welfare of my home Province of Newfoundland Canada that I have to. I recently have come to the conclusion as a Lawyer of 30 years experience both internationallly and domestically that the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary ("RNC") should be immediately disbanded and replaced by the RoyalCanadian Mounted Police ("RCMP").

In my personal and professional opinion the RNC is a travesty of a "Police Force". I think it will be a miscarriage of Justice that the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador continue to be "policed" by the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary ("RNC"). IMO Newfoundland and Labrador shoud in fact be policed by the RCMP> Given the unprofessional state of the RNC it should be immediately disbanded and replaced by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Anone who lives or has lived in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador is aware of the obvious and evident fact that the RNC has declined into a 2nd class 3rd rate Quasi-Police force that is a farce of its former self. Also, anyone forced to interact with the "modern-day" RNC can immediately notce the obvious lack of professionalism and (in)competence amnogst its current ranks. Once a truly professional and honorable organization, the RNC's decline becomes imediately evident if you ever have the unfortunate occassion to interect with it. Not only are their ranks filled with physically smaller and athletically inferior "Constables" who are not even endowed with the physical attributes and athleticism necessary to conduct and perform the job of "Constable" safely, properly and professionally but they cannot even "Act" or "Look the part" by simply being professional. I unfortunately have had many 1st hand experieces both professinally as a Lawyer and personally as a resident of the island over the years to prove, validate and testify to this. As a native life-long property owning Newfoundland-resident without a criminal record who has also worked as a Barrister & Solcitor and Criminal Prosecutor over the course of my diverse and varied Legal Career I can unfortuunately testify to this. Most recently, I was recently sitting alone on a park bench one sunny summer day literally "feeding the birds" during a morning walk when an RNC SUV with 2 RNC "Constables" piulled up in front of me and asked if I was "drunk yet". When I immediately requested their names and badge numbers they rolled up their windows and pulled away after flashing their lights which only added to my confusion). Once back home I called the local detachment and reported this incident to the local Department's "Duty Sergeant". He took my report over the phone and asked if I would like to come to the precinct to "discuss the matter further". I said I would think it over but eventually declined. However, not less than a week later I was arrested by an ethnic (Pakistani, Indian, Sr Lanken etc...) RNC Constable /Officer on a misdemeanor theft charge. This occurred after I sought to retrieve my used 2nd hand EMPTY backpack from a park bench that I had left unattended while I literally "walked around the park" in the morning as I routinely and regularly do by habit. This smaller ethcnic RNC "Constable"/"Officer" immediately arrested me when a long-haired derelict individual accused me of "Theft". Being suprised, I was not sure whether to laugh or cry. This smaller aggressive ethnic non-Native Newfoundlander hard-handcuffed me and pushed me into the back of his SUV all the while addressing me by my 1st name in a farcically faux-friendly manner. He was obviously extremely happy and thrilled to be arresting me on a misdemeanor charge of "Theft" of a used backpack. In retrospect I am very proud oy myself. Having worked in bars and Law Enforcement over the years and being 6'1" 240lbs with a Martial Arts background I actually had to restrain myself while being roughed around and manhandled by this smaller overly aggressive mini-Cop or quasi-Constable. Of course, I will be defending this summary conviction offense allegation of "theft" of a used 2nd hand backpack left on a park bench during a morning walk vigorously, completely and at my own time and expense if the local Crown Prosecution elects to (foolishly) proceed further. PG PS; Disband the RNC ASAP and long live the RCMP!

China Helps Iran Against America

Do you buy Chinese stuff? This summer, when the U.S. and Iran signed a temporary truce, China touted its role in easing tensions in the Middle East. It said its foreign ministry made dozens of calls to nudge peace along, and that President Xi Jinping himself had intervened with suggestions to end the fighting. That same day, a plane from China landed in Tehran. It carried a shipment for Iran’s Ministry of Defense that included electronics components that can be used to make parts for drones and missile guidance systems, according to Iranian customs data analyzed by The Wall Street Journal. It was one of around 1,300 shipments that included “dual use” components from China to Iran’s defense ministry this year through the end of June, customs data show. Two days after the electronics components shipment, there were more than a dozen other shipments carrying parts worth more than $6 million that can be used in drones.

The Other "Ken"

Another natural "Paymentguy";

Kenneth Cordele Griffin (born 1968) is an American hedge fund manager, entrepreneur and investor. He is the founder, chief executive officer, co-chief investment officer, and 80% owner of Citadel LLC,[1][2] a multinational hedge fund. He also owns Citadel Securities, one of the largest market makers in the United States.[3] As of January 2026, Griffin had an estimated net worth of $51.2 billion, making him the world's 34th-richest person.[4] In 2015, he made the largest private art deal in history when he bought two paintings, Willem de Kooning's Interchange and Jackson Pollock's Number 17A, for $500 million.

RIP "Ken" O'Brien

Obituary - https://thewhig.remembering.ca/obituary/kenneth-ken-o-brien-1093565653 Ken O'Brien Thu, Sep 24, 9:25 AM (4 days ago) to Anna https://thewhig.remembering.ca/obituary/kenneth-ken-o-brien-1093565653 Kenneth "Ken" O'BRIEN Obituary It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth "Ken" O'Brien, who was born February 11, 1952, in Ottawa and passed away at his home in Kingston on Saturday, February 21, 2026. He was 74. Ken was predeceased by his father, Richard, born in the United Kingdom, who passed when Ken was a teenager, and by his mother, Rachael (née Bell), who was born in Ontario and whose family farmed on Division Street in North Kingston for many years. He was also predeceased by his siblings Elizabeth Pattison (Robert) and Richard (Carolyn). Ken is survived by his sister, Marilyn (Tom) Reichert of British Columbia, and by his nieces and nephews: Tom Pattison, Pernell Reichert, Darin O'Brien, Sara (Reichert) Wiltse, and Jonathan Reichert. Ken was previously married to Lynne, who will miss him dearly. Ken was a longtime and dedicated employee of Bell Canada. He enjoyed the outdoors, was an avid boater for many years, and accrued many medals for running. Ken shared many happy years with his beloved dog and faithful companion, Jovi, whose constant presence brought him comfort and companionship. Quiet and intelligent by nature, Ken lived a more private life in his more recent years. He will be missed by his longtime friends Russ and Wendy Harrington, and Pete and Cheryl Dermann. In keeping with Ken's wishes, cremation has taken place. Interment will occur in the spring at Cataraqui Cemetery. For those wishing, donations in Ken's memory may be made to the University Hospital Kingston Foundation. Published on February 28, 2026

27.9.26 Day-Plan (Sunday)

ZZZ - slept 9+ hrs (most restful sleep in recollection) H20 - 2L in AM Power Index - outdoor exercise 4+ hrs Vocab - "S"

Bugs Eye View

AMAZING!!! Well done Photog! https://www.nationalgeographic.com/photography/article/life-through-bugs-eyes-insects

Countdown To 60

PG will turn 60 on February 11, 2032. From today (September 27, 2026), that is exactly: 5 years, 4 months, 2 weeks (15 days), and 1 day. 1,963 days total. Q: What does PG want to achieve in the interim? What should PG do in the next 5 1/2 years? 1. (Attempt to) Reconnect with or 100%/Disown "children"; not kids but bio-legally-untethereds? - Daughter seemingly uninterested and currently without direction and no life-cpurse with son seemingly interested in contact. Decision Point: allocate 30 days for kids to reconnect or disown. 2. Adpot Matrilineal Family naeme? O'Brien and re-identify as KJ O'Brien? - As of 27.9.26 now Kenneth Jackson Richard O'Brien KJR-O. 3. Completely eliminate alcohol or occassionally indulge? - Occassional special events / spontaneous occassions otherwise 97.5% sober-lifestyle. 4. Stay in current residence or relocate? - Pursue virtual & real 2ndLife property @ www.newfoundisland.com 5. Stay single or look for GF? Get a new Life-Partner? - stay single in '26 6. Get a tatto(s) or stay untatted? - No tats 7. Continue free-lance Lifestyle or adopt DPQ QC daily-scheduling routine? - Adpot "Quasi-NAZI-Scheduling-PM-coffe-routine@TH's" ala DPA QC 8. Refesh legal career or stay disbarred by lesbian-femi-NAZI-2nd-rate cunts? - Fuck Femi-NAZI-Quazi-Lawyers & onerious legal career (c'est la vie) 9. Refresh Tech career as TOGAF-Certified & Microsoft-Qualified Enterprise Architect specializing in Payment Systems & Virtual Worlds or pursue new career? - Determine ability to exist off $40/mo with own residence & sans dependants incl pets ... TBC! 10. Continue blog or terminate? Or create new blog e.g.; NewfeeUbermensch? - Add addittional blog(s) NewfeeUbermensch/UberNewfee/NewFoundIsland etc... To be continued ... PG

Cindy Crawford's 27 Year Old Son Dies In Rehab

Condolences to the Crawford Family;

Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford, has died at 27 ... TMZ has learned. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, Presley died Sunday at a rehab facility. An autopsy has yet to be completed. When reached for comment on Presley's passing, a rep for Cindy, her husband Rande Gerber, and their daughter Kaia Gerber confirmed to TMZ that Presley passed away earlier today. The rep says, "The family is asking for privacy during this very difficult and painful time." In January 2019, Presley was arrested for a DUI. Later that year, he was sentenced to 3 years of probation and ordered to complete a DUI program, as well as 2 days of community service. Wonder if the Crawfords will be suing the Rehab Facility for negligence? PG RIP

Sad To Say; (But Can't Help It ...) Was This Death By "Irony"?

Lyrics sprang to like mind "I am barely breathing I can't find the air ... when PG heard Duncan Sheik has died at the age of 56 of cardiac arrest (LOL - RIP). Sheik first found fame as a singer-songwriter with his hit song “Barely Breathing.” In 2006, he wrote, along with Steven Sater, the score for the smash Broadway hit Spring Awakening.

The musician died Thursday, Sept. 17 in Manhattan, his mother Suzanne Sheik told The New York Times. The cause of death was heart failure leading to cardiac arrest. How ironic lol - RIP ... “It is with profound sadness that we confirm the passing of Duncan Sheik,” a spokesperson for Sheik said in an exclusive statement to PEOPLE on Friday, Sept. 18. “The world has a lost a singular talent, and deeply influential voice in music and theater. From his Grammy-nominated hit ‘Barely Breathing’ to his groundbreaking, Tony and Grammy Award-winning work on Spring Awakening, Duncan’s artistry touched many and leaves an indelible mark on the cultural landscape.” RIP PG

Trump Says His "Deal" Will Protect Danish Sovereignty of Greenland

This is hilarious; Denmark stated its sovereignty over Greenland would not be compromised by a developing deal with the Trump administration permitting a significant expansion of the US military presence on the Arctic island. On Friday, the United States, Denmark and Greenland said they had reached an agreement for the US to broaden its military footprint in the self-governed Danish territory, while preventing adversary nations from establishing bases there. Key details of the arrangement — including the scale of the planned build-up and whether formal authority over foreign policy and resources will be ceded to Washington — have not yet been made public. Denmark and Greenland expressed hope that the pact, expected to be signed during the UN General Assembly next week, would end months of uncertainty triggered by President Donald Trump's threats to seize control of the territory. Trump stated on Truth Social on Friday that under the deal, "the United States will FOREVER have the complete ability to do what is necessary in Greenland in order to secure and defend the security of Greenland, and the United States of America." "A time of uncertainty will hopefully give way to a binding agreement that strengthens security in the Arctic and the North Atlantic, and thereby our shared security within NATO and Europe - while respecting the (Danish) Kingdom's red lines," Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said on Saturday. Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said the proposed deal "recognizes the sovereignty and territorial integrity of our Kingdom and the right of the Greenlandic people to self-determination." I say America should simply invade TrumpLand/TrumpIsland aka Greenland and buy NewfoundIsland and LabradorLand for $1 Billion USD each as well as cancelling the NL Provincial debt. Long live Trump-Land!!!/Trump-Island!!!; formerly Greenland... lol PG

12 Nations With Lockheed Martin F-35's

12 nations currently operate Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets on home soil, with several more countries having placed orders or awaiting deliveries.Nations Actively Operating F-35 JetsNations currently operating F-35 aircraft include the United States (A, B, and C variants), United Kingdom (B variant), Italy and Japan (A and B variants), Australia, Norway, Denmark, and Netherlands (A variant only), Belgium and Finland (A variant), Israel (F-35I "Adir"), and South Korea (A variant). Nations Awaiting Delivery / With Active Orders/Additional countries with active orders or awaiting deliveries comprise Canada, Germany, Poland, Switzerland, Singapore (A and B variants), Greece, Czech Republic, and Romania

In Memoriam - Ken O'Brien

KENNETH (KEN) O'BRIEN in Memoriam; (Memoriam is a Latin phrase that means "in memory of," used to honor and remember someone who has passed away). It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth “Ken” O'Brien, who was born February 11, 1952, in Ottawa and passed away at his home in Kingston on Saturday, February 21, 2026. He was 74. Ken was predeceased by his father, Richard, born in the United Kingdom, who passed when Ken was a teenager, and by his mother, Rachael (née Bell), who was born in Ontario and whose family farmed on Division Street in North Kingston for many years. He was also predeceased by his siblings Elizabeth Pattison (Robert) and Richard (Carolyn). Ken is survived by his sister, Marilyn (Tom)

Reichert of British Columbia, and by his nieces and nephews: Tom Pattison, Pernell Reichert, Darin O’Brien, Sara (Reichert) Wiltse, and Jonathan Reichert. Ken was previously married to Lynne, who will miss him dearly. Ken was a longtime and dedicated employee of Bell Canada. He enjoyed the outdoors, was an avid boater for many years, and accrued many medals for running. Ken shared many happy years with his beloved dog and faithful companion, Jovi, whose constant presence brought him comfort and companionship. Quiet and intelligent by nature, Ken lived a more private life in his more recent years. He will be missed by his longtime friends Russ and Wendy Harrington, and Pete and Cheryl Dermann. In keeping with Ken’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Interment will occur in the spring at Cataraqui Cemetery. For those wishing, donations in Ken’s memory may be made to the University Hospital Kingston Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to Gordon F. Tompkins Funeral Home, Central Chapel. Sharing online condolences available at www.gftompkinscentral.ca RIP PG aka KJR - Kenneth Jackson Richard ("Ken") O'Brien

Time Stands Still

Classic RUSH

Send Her My Love

Timeless Journey ...

Barely Breathing Has Died

A classic 1-Hit Wonder has moved on ... and is now barely-breathing. RIP

Age @ The Moment

Age: 54 years 7 months 7 days or 655 months 7 days or 2849 weeks 0 days or 19,943 days or 478,632 hours or 28,717,920 minutes or 1,723,075,200 seconds

Brad Pitt's Return to Alcohol

BP's return to alcohol comes despite a career resurgence which included an Oscar for Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood and a Best Picture nomination for F1: The Movie.

A source claimed: "Brad also decided to start drinking after he got an all-clear with his health – that's why he has been joking about having the clearest urinary tract in LA after his period of sobriety." PG predicts this will not end well. Stay tuned.... PG

Brad Pitt's Problems

Brad Pitt continues to deal with ongoing legal battles and personal scrutiny stemming from his contentious split from Angelina Jolie and related business disputes.The Château Miraval Winery LawsuitThe Dispute: Pitt and Jolie have been locked in a multi-million dollar legal war over the French winery Château Miraval they once co-owned.

Pitt sued Jolie after she sold her stake to a third-party investment firm, claiming it breached an agreement requiring mutual consent.Recent Filings: Pitt's legal team has pushed to compel financial records and depositions, while Jolie's team has countersued, alleging a pattern of controlling behavior and citing past abuse allegations. A civil trial for the case is anticipated to head to court in early 2027.Other Legal Issues: Pitt also faced an unrelated trademark infringement lawsuit regarding his skincare brand, Beau Domaine.Family and Personal StrugglesDivorce and Estrangement: Although their formal divorce settlement was reached in late 2024, the fallout heavily impacted his relationship with his children, several of whom legally dropped the surname Pitt.Mental Health and Sobriety: In public interviews, Pitt opened up about past mental health struggles, including a period of severe depression and suicidal ideation during the peak of the custody and divorce proceedings, alongside ongoing navigation of his sobriety.

Jew NN

Does anyone else think it is time to call CNN (Cable News Network) what it is i.e. The Jewish News Network or "JNN"? I personally am sick and tired of John Berman, Kate Baldwin and Harry Enten et al cackling on Cable TV every morning. Is anyone else sick of these giggling, chuckling, squealing Jews on live American TV every day all day long?

The Germans talked about their natural "Instinctive aversion to Jews". I also have it in spades... PG

Me & Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt recently commented on his age and living his 50's over again. The difference between Brad's birthday and mine is as follow; BP was born December 18, 1963 and PG born February 11, 1972. This is 8 years, 1 month, and 24 days (or 8.15 years if expressed as a decimal) differrence. The breakdown of the duration; Total Years: 8 years (Dec 18, 1963 to Dec 18, 1971). In total, this equals 2,977 days between the two dates. I wonder what Brad would give to have 8 years back?

Born On A Friday - Day 1 of 2nd Life (www.secondlife.com)

No wonder PG has always liked, embraced, enjoyed and even in fact LOVED Fridays because I was born on a Friday;

Note: If you are born February 11, 1972 you are 54 Years, 7 Months, 7 Days. I wonder how much DJ Trump would give me to be 54 years 7 months and 1 week old today? I bet ALL OF HIS MONEY because he could ALWAYS MAKE MORE. Being born on a Friday is a real blessing... For some reason, after a long 2 hour walk and workout in the Corner Brook Park and Trail Network, I have never felt better! TY GOD!!! www.secondlife.com PG aka Kenneth Jackson Richard (KJR) O'Brien BA (Hons), LL.B., LL.M

Day 3 Mid-Life Reinvention Planning (Friday - SEPT 18)

zzzz Good. 8+hrs. Bed early @ 8:30/9 up @ 6-6:30. Hydration. 2L. Creatine. Fed crows. Blogged. American Idol Contestant Caleb Flynn 40 "Pastor". Fred Flynn accused of murdering Wife vs. "Theft" of backpack on park bench allegation & "hard hancuff arrest by minority-runt-rnc-cop lol"... it can always be worse lol: Flynn has pleaded not guilty to charges of aggravated murder, murder, felonious assault, tampering with evidence and witness intimidation. Good Friday AM so far.

A. 7:30-9AM UNI WALK / GRENFELL RETURN VIA MILL ROAD MIN 250+ P-UPS\ B. 9AM BFAST 2XBOILED EGG SANDWICHES H20 - SANS CAFFEINE, START CREATNE CYCLE C. "VOCAB - W; WEDNESDAY" HOWEVER LONG IT TAKES D. BLOGGING PAYMENTGUY MIN 10 POSTS E. LUNCH NOON - TUNA SANDWICH 1 CAN / LEFTOVER SOUP F. BLOGGING MIN 10 POSTS G. 2-3 PM NAP H. 3/4 - WALK WALMART + OLD HIGHWAY TRACK I. 5/6 DINNER NTV/CNN/CTV/NEWS J. 7-9 TV/INTERNET - WEIGHTS (ALL OVER) DAY 1 K. 9-10PM BEDTIME ZZZ L. PSYCHOLOGICAL - DISOWN KIDS, SIBLINGS, NEPHEWS, FATHER - "Lexxx"(S); COMMIT TO SOBRIETY KJR O'BRIEN DAY/WEEK 1 PAYMENTGUY "PG" B.A. (Hons), LL.B, LL.M, MSN/TOGAF Certiied Enterprise Architect PREDICTABLE RELIABLE PRICIPALED - DICTIONARY LETTER "W" - PARTNER/RELATIONSHIP SEARCH - SOBRIETY - NO CONTACT LexxxxS - NO EPILEPTIC-EVENTS/SEIZURES DAY 1 HEALTHY SECLUSION Seclude yourself means making a conscious choice to stay away from other people and social contact. Meaning of Seclusion/Staying away: You physically or emotionally remove yourself from groups, crowds, or busy places. Finding privacy: You go to a quiet, hidden, or isolated space where others cannot easily reach you (24 Hillcrest, walking routes). Limit contact: Stop answering calls, checking emails, skip social events and keep to yourself (post Uncle Tim's "Farewell Summer visit, Mark & Nico Family visit... excluded). Why People Seclude Themselves 1. Rest - You need quiet time to recharge your energy after a busy week, life-position. 2. Focus: You want to work, read and/or think without interruptions. 3. Cope with stress: You pull away to process grief, anger, or sadness. 4. Safety: To feel safe: You avoid social anxiety, fear of judgment, or emotional pain. 5. Solitude vs. Harmful Isolation; - Healthy solitude: Spend time alone to relax recharge refresh = happy to see people again later. - AVOID Self-isolation: Isolate from fear or sadness, which can habitually cause loneliness. SCHEDULE A DAY-TO-DAY LIFE PLAN SO YOUR IN CHARGE AND ELIMINATE FAUX FRIENDS/FAKE PEOPLE PG PS; WED SEPT 16TH 2026 DAY 1 REINVENT RELECT RECHARGE REFRESH RELAX RECREATE LIFE-PLAN KJRO PPS; SOBER, SERIOUS, STRONG, SILENT, SECLUDED, SELF-RELIANT, SMART, SERENE LIFE-PLAN

DAY 2 Midlife Reinvention Planning (Thursday - SEPT 17)

A. 7-9AM UNI WALK / GRENFELL RETURN VIA MILL ROAD MIN 250 P-UPS B. 9AM BFAST 2XBOILED EGG SANDWICHES H20 - SANS CAFFEINE, CONTINUE CREATNE CYCLE C. "VOCAB - F; FRIDAY" HOWEVER LONG IT TAKES D. BLOGGING PAYMENTGUY MIN 10 POSTS E. LUNCH NOON - TUNA SANDWICH 1 CAN / LEFTOVER SOUP F. PAYMENTGUY BLOGGING MIN 10 POSTS G. 2-3 PM NAP H. 3/4 - WALK WALMART + OLD HIGHWAY TRACK I. 5/6 DINNER NTV/CNN/CTV/NEWS J. 7-9 TV/INTERNET - WEIGHTS (ALL OVER) DAY 1 K. 9-10PM BEDTIME ZZZ L. PSYCHOLOGICAL - DISOWN KIDS, SIBLINGS, NEPHEWS, FATHER - "Lexxx"(S); COMMIT TO SOBER LIFESTYLE KJR O'BRIEN DAY/WEEK 1 PAYMENTGUY "PG" B.A. (Hons), LL.B, LL.M, MSN/TOGAF Certiied Enterprise Architect PREDICTABLE RELIABLE PRINCIPLED - DICTIONARY LETTER "F" - PARTNER/RELATIONSHIP SEARCH - SOBRIETY - NO CONTACT LexxxxS - NO EPILEPTIC-EVENTS/SEIZURES DAY 3 HEALTHY SECLUSION Seclude yourself means making a conscious choice to stay away from other people and social contact. Meaning of Seclusion/Physically &/or emotionally remove self from groups, crowds, or busy places. Finding privacy: You go to a quiet, hidden, or isolated space where others cannot easily reach you (24 Hillcrest, walking routes). Limit contact: Stop answering calls, checking emails, skip social events and keep to yourself (post Uncle Tim's "Farewell Summer visit, Mark & Nico Family visit... excluded). Why People Seclude Themselves 1. Rest - You need quiet time to recharge your energy after a busy week, life-position. 2. Focus: You want to work, read and/or think without interruptions. 3. Cope with stress: You pull away to process grief, anger, or sadness. 4. Safety: To feel safe: You avoid social anxiety, fear of judgment, or emotional pain. 5. Solitude vs. Harmful Isolation; - Healthy solitude: Spend time alone to relax recharge refresh = happy to see people again later. - AVOID Self-isolation: Isolate from fear or sadness, which can habitually cause loneliness. SCHEDULE A DAY-TO-DAY LIFE PLAN SO YOUR IN CHARGE AND ELIMINATE FAUX FRIENDS/FAKE PEOPLE PG PS; WED SEPT 16TH 2026 DAY 3 REINVENT RELECT RECHARGE REFRESH RELAX RECREATE LIFE-PLAN KJRO PPS; SOBER, SERIOUS, STRONG, SILENT, SECLUDED, SELF-RELIANT, SMART, SERENE LIFE-PLAN

RNC Countdown

There are 61 days until November 16, 2026 and 62 until November 17. Time Breakdown Weeks: 8 weeks and 5 days Business days: 43 business days (weekdays only) Day of the week: Monday, November 16, 2026 RNC = ROYAL NEWFEE CUNTS lol

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Canada places 6th!!!

DAY 1 WEDNESDAY SEPT 16 REINVENTION: KJR (KENNETH - "JR") O'BRIEN NEW-LIFE (MIDLIFE) PLAN

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A. 7-9AM UNI WALK / GRENFELL RETURN VIA MILL ROAD MIN 250 P-UPS\ B. 9AM BFAST 2XBOILED EGG SANDWICHES H20 - SANS CAFFEINE, START CREATNE CYCLE C. "VOCAB - W; WEDNESDAY" HOWEVER LONG IT TAKES D. BLOGGING PAYMENTGUY MIN 10 POSTS E. LUNCH NOON - TUNA SANDWICH 1 CAN / LEFTOVER SOUP F. BLOGGING MIN 10 POSTS G. 2-3 PM NAP H. 3/4 - WALK WALMART + OLD HIGHWAY TRACK I. 5/6 DINNER NTV/CNN/CTV/NEWS J. 7-9 TV/INTERNET - WEIGHTS (ALL OVER) DAY 1 K. 9-10PM BEDTIME ZZZ L. PSYCHOLOGICAL - DISOWN KIDS, SIBLINGS, NEPHEWS, FATHER - "Lexxx"(S); COMMIT TO SOBRIETY KJR O'BRIEN DAY/WEEK 1 PAYMENTGUY "PG" B.A. (Hons), LL.B, LL.M, MSN/TOGAF Certiied Enterprise Architect PREDICTABLE RELIABLE PRICIPALED - DICTIONARY LETTER "W" - PARTNER/RELATIONSHIP SEARCH - SOBRIETY - NO CONTACT LexxxxS - NO EPILEPTIC-EVENTS/SEIZURES DAY 1 HEALTHY SECLUSION Seclude yourself means making a conscious choice to stay away from other people and social contact. Meaning of Seclusion/Staying away: You physically or emotionally remove yourself from groups, crowds, or busy places. Finding privacy: You go to a quiet, hidden, or isolated space where others cannot easily reach you (24 Hillcrest, walking routes). Limit contact: Stop answering calls, checking emails, skip social events and keep to yourself (post Uncle Tim's "Farewell Summer visit, Mark & Nico Family visit... excluded). Why People Seclude Themselves 1. Rest - You need quiet time to recharge your energy after a busy week, life-position. 2. Focus: You want to work, read and/or think without interruptions. 3. Cope with stress: You pull away to process grief, anger, or sadness. 4. Safety: To feel safe: You avoid social anxiety, fear of judgment, or emotional pain. 5. Solitude vs. Harmful Isolation; - Healthy solitude: Spend time alone to relax recharge refresh = happy to see people again later. - AVOID Self-isolation: Isolate from fear or sadness, which can habitually cause loneliness. SCHEDULE A DAY-TO-DAY LIFE PLAN SO YOUR IN CHARGE AND ELIMINATE FAUX FRIENDS/FAKE PEOPLE PG PS; WED SEPT 16TH 2026 DAY 1 REINVENT RELECT RECHARGE REFRESH RELAX RECREATE LIFE-PLAN KJRO PPS; SOBER, SERIOUS, STRONG, SILENT, SECLUDED, SELF-RELIANT, SMART, SERENE LIFE-PLAN