Catastrophe and heartache breeds optimism
I may be considered a bit of a curmudgeon (a friend uses this word quite often when describing me), but I am also am optimist. I have to be. Though…
Aligned with the lunatics
First, I am an independent when it comes to politics. I tend to lean slightly to the left on many issues but certainly not all. Second, I have many staunch…
Possible black sheep of the family?
Three of the five Gronkowski brothers are currently playing in the NFL. All three scored touchdowns today. Rob Gronkowski, the Patriot tight end, scored three. All three won today. A…
Clara and Owen
Owen is not the easiest cat to live with, especially since his brother, Jack, passed away a couple years ago. He overeats and then throws up on the carpet. He…
Self administered surgery
Last night I did a reading at the Millville Public Library in Millville, MA, a town adjacent to my hometown and one of two towns that sent students to my…
Dick Van Dyke rescued by porpoises?
In order for this story to be true, the following must be true: 1. Dick Van Dyke, 84-years old, still surfs. Plausible, I guess. 2. Dick Van Dyke fell asleep…
Bologna and catsup sandwiches
My daughter eats cheese sandwiches on whole wheat bread for lunch. My wife will sometimes cut the sandwich in the shape of a heart. She would add turkey if my…
Large organizations with large problems
Over the past three days: Three Pittsburg Steelers players emerged from their Monday night game with concussions. This is becoming a serious problem for the NFL. The Dallas Cowboys website…
Spreading the McRib and other good news
Over the last week or so, I have been yearning for a McRib, which my local McDonald's is now offering for a limited time only. Frightening words for a McRib…
Lessons from two years of parenting
I’ve been collecting a list of lessons that I have learned from my first two years of parenting. The list was getting long so I thought it was time to…
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